I've been on a roll with some small finishes this week, starting with an unplanned detour to make this hexagon tabletopper.
And then there was my Table Scraps project for October - Denim and Pumpkins.
Finally I got to the November heart embroidery - and since the leftovers from the hexagon topper were still sitting out, I decided that pretty turquoise pumpkin print would make a good border for the embroidery.
Finishing that meant it was time to change over the little chest of drawers from October to November! This is always fun to do because I can pull various things out of the drawers and see what I have to go with the seasonal theme. I found "Gobble, gobble," but where are my little pilgrim figuerines? I'll have to dig around a bit more for them.
I stitched a lot of binding during my evening slow stitching time this week, but I did also manage to finish Little Hoot. He needs to be fully finished into a bowl filler that can join the others for November.
And speaking of scraps, I found one smallish scrap of Aida cloth, about 5 x 8 inches and decided Melisa's Give Thanks design would be a good one to get started on for November.
So I have now run out of Aida cloth for cross-stitching. My go-to place for buying it was always Joann's. Where do all of you buy (or order) it from? I haven't ventured into stitching on linen yet, but that could be something I'll try in the new year. Maybe in the meantime, I'll prep a new embroidery or hand-piecing project. I don't want to run out of things to stitch on!
Linking up with Kathy's Quilts for Slow Sunday Stitching!
And at Quilting is More Fun than Housework for Oh Scrap!
You have had a very busy week, Diann. Woo Hoo and congratulations on all of your beautiful finishes. I always love seeing your seasonal vignettes. You just have the sweetest displays. Your latest heart embroidery is adorable. You have such an eye for color. Thank you for stitching and embroidering so many of my designs. You brought a smile to my day. Happy November. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteMy goodness you have been busy! What wonderful projects! I love the turquoise and pumpkin border and the set-up on your little chest of drawers is so adorable! Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteYou had some really fun finishes. Did you just stitch the November heart one, I don't remember seeing you working on it. It turned out great and is a good fit for your display. I will get my Turkey stuff out sometime this week I hope!
ReplyDeleteGood question on the Aida cloth. I think Michaels would have some if you have one near you. Your finishes are really nice. Love that gobble... I'll have to go find the pattern. I need something Thanksgivingish! Have a great Sunday.
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful finishes! I love the pumpkin print, it goes so well with your lovely embroidery. All your projects are terrific!
ReplyDeleteWhat sweet projects! I love the little owl. I wish my eyes saw better to do cross-stitch!
ReplyDeleteYour November heart embroidery is gorgeous! That little owl stitchery went fast. Hobby Lobby and Michael's both have cloth, as well as Walmart. I miss JoAnn's terribly!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing Carole's page! Years ago I made a Fall candle mat from one of her designs. I do believe it was via her blog that I also made the hexagon tabletopper. Denim and Pumpkins is beautiful. The embrioder adds extra interest! Your heart embroidery came out so pretty - love the use of leftovers for the borders. It's always a joy - and inspiring to see you seasonal decor on your chest of drawers. Your owl will make a cute bowl filler. Oh oh....I'm getting inspired! :)
ReplyDeleteFor years I've bought my Aida cloth at Hobby Lobby. Fingers crossed you'll find some you like. :)
Melanie said that Hobby Lobby used to carry the cloth that she uses for her stitching but that they don't have the kind that she uses now. I know I have ordered as a present for her now and then from the Fat Quarter Shop. I would also check Amazon as they seem to have everything!!
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