Tuesday, January 25, 2011

My New Ornament Exchange.....

Can you ever have enough stitched ornaments?  Is that a crazy question?

I wanted to continue my "Me, Myself & I" Ornament Exchange this year but only I was interested in continuing. 
 After sharing my dilemma with my hubby,
he came up with a wonderful idea!

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I will be exchanging with YOU in the

"You & I Ornament Exchange"! 
(Well....not all of you, but at least 12 lucky "you".)

The premise is quite simple....

I will stitch an ornament each month....
one for me and one for you...a lucky follower. 

Rules?   None...
just the following disclaimer. 

I can't guarantee that "you" will like the
ornament exchanged so "you" can reserve
the right to refuse the ornament or
regift the ornament. 
(I do ask that it not be "disposed" of...
if you know what I mean!) 
If "you" prefer not to receive the ornament,
then I will just choose another "you". 

Can it be much simpler than that? 
And the best part about the exchange is....
"you" don't have to do anything!

 So....here January's exchange........

"Noel" motif
from Jardin Prive "Christmas"
32ct beige linen w/DMC(yours)
32ct white linen w/DMC(mine)

Teresa was so nice to share this design after I admired her finish.  I love the finished piece but couldn't resist stitching some of the motifs also provided with the design.  There are several more I want to stitch so don't be surprised when you see more of these! 

And I am happy to share an ornament with.....

Margaret
Days of a Sampler Lover

Well...this has been fun and I can wait to start stitching for next month!  If you want to be my "exchange" partner for next month, just make sure you're a follower!

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I also want to give a big
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
shoutout to my
MOM!
We were fortunate enough to celebrate on Sunday but I do hope she had a great day!  Love you lots....

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Thanks for visiting!  I loved reading all of your comments and hope the nasty flu skips your household!   Hoping you have many happy stitches this week....
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48 comments:

  1. Friendship CrossingJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    What a neat idea Karen! I've been a follower for awhile now, so please count me in! You do amazing work and I'm sure anyone would be pleased to receive something handmade from you!

    I love to do RAK myself and find it a thrill to surprise someone w/a handmade gift.


    Tanya

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  2. Patty C.January 25, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    Awesome Idea !!!! I don't see how anyone could possibly want to refuse or dispose of any of your work - Your posted finish is wonderful !!!!Have fun with the exchange :)

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  3. JulieF1962January 25, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    What a generous and lovely thing to do! I'm sure each recipient will be very happy with your beautiful ornament!

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  4. MargaretJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Thank you so much, Karen! I'm so thrilled to receive something made by you. You are always so amazing with your stitching and finishing. Thank you thank you thank you!

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  5. PumpkinJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    What an AWESOME idea Karen!!!! Sounds like a lot of fun and who wouldn't appreciate a handmade ornie????

    Happy Birthday to your mom :o)

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  6. Jackie's StitchesJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Happy Birthday to your Mom!

    and

    Congratulations to Margaret!

    What a love surprise for one of your followers each month. You're so very generous!

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  7. CatherineJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Love your idea!! It will be fun to see the lucky person and ornament each month!

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  8. Lisa VJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    What a lovely idea! Your ornies are always soo lovely, I loved all your collection from last year.
    Hugs
    LISA V

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  9. katicaJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    and you say I'm enabling you with Molly! You continuously do with all your lovely finishes!

    Great idea and I look forward to seeing which ornaments and other projects you will be stitching!

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  10. MaggeeJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    I am in awe of your generosity Karen! If I had the time, I would enjoy stitching more projects, including for many others, but... alas, I must work to support this hobby! I have admired that Jardin Prive piece for a while too--your interpretation as an ornie is wonderful! Thanks for being such a generous person! Hugs.

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  11. ~Judy~January 25, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    How sweet of you! Who wouldn't LOVE an ornament stitched by you!!

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  12. DeborahJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    What a wonderfully generous thing to do! Your stitching is beautiful and I am sure that whom ever receives your ornament will love it. Congrats to Margaret and Happy Birthday to your Mom.

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  13. ChrisJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    What a generous thing to do. That is a beautiful ornament.
    I hope your Mom had a special day :)

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  14. Cathy BJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Very cute ornaments and a nice idea for an exchange! I am now one of your followers! :)

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  15. JanJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    That is a most generous and kind hearted thing to do, kudos to you! And congrats to Margaret in winning such a sweet, sweet ornament!

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  16. UnknownJanuary 25, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    You cracked me up with "I" being the only one who wanted to play!! What a cute and generous idea you and hubby came up with. You know that if anyone has been a follower, they will know just how lucky they are to be in the running for one of your ornaments. Just too much fun!!

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  17. BluJanuary 25, 2011 at 11:05 PM

    What unique idea for an exchange!
    And do stitchers really "dispose" of stitchy gifts? That's so...wrong!

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  18. IreneJanuary 25, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    Lovely ornament!

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  19. CrystalJanuary 25, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    Love your new ornament and your new idea.

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  20. SylviaJanuary 26, 2011 at 1:14 AM

    What a sweet idea!! I can't imagine anyone turning that down, unless they already stitched the ornie. Can't wait to see what you will stitch next month.

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  21. JaneJanuary 26, 2011 at 3:49 AM

    Who can ever have too many ornaments?
    Karen this is such a heartwarming idea, so very sweet of you and DH to think of it and I'm sure you will be as happy to stitch one each month as the lucky recipient will be when they receive it. Good Luck xxx

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  22. ChristineJanuary 26, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    To answer the initial question, no, you can never have too many stitched ornaments!
    This is a wonderful and generous idea, anyone would be thrilled to recieve one of your ornaments.
    Congratulations to Margaret on being the first lucky recipient

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  23. CathJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    Beautiful finishes ,and what a great idea . X

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  24. FayeJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Cute idea!!! I love this!!! This may inspire others to do the same!!! Take care and glad you are feeling better~~~ Faye

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  25. Charlene ♥ NCJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Great idea! You may need to get the Hubs stitching, too! This challenge, that challenge, You and I challenge... Glad you're feeling more like stitching! Take care.

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  26. DaisyJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    This beautiful your ornaments.

    Congratulations.

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  27. ShariJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    what a neat idea........how sweet of you...
    I can't believe I wasn't a follower......I read & comment all the time!!!!! I guess I don't do the follower thing a lot, because I go to blogs via my blog!!!

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  28. LittlebitJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Aww, lucky Margaret!! What a very sweet idea, Karen. I would love to own one of your darling ornaments! And Happy Birthday to your mom.

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  29. CarolJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    That is such a great idea, Karen--and how could the lucky winners of your lovely ornaments be anything less than thrilled! Congratulations to Margaret :)

    Happy Birthday Karen's Mom!!

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  30. SiobhánJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Karen, what a neat idea! Lucky Margaret! ;)

    Happy birthday to Karen's mom!

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  31. gracieJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    What a fun idea.....I would love to be involved...I am doing the Crazy 15 Challenge and I wonder what else I can squeeze in?! Congrats to Margaret....I am sure all who receive will be thrilled.
    Happy Birthday Karen's mom!

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  32. SheilaJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    What a generous thing. I can't imagine anyone not wanting to receive a beautiful handmade ornament.I didn't know about your ornament exchange, sounds like fun.

    Happy Birthday to your mom

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  33. Natasha January 26, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    what a wonderful idea. I am doing a Me, My, and I ornament exchnage with myself. But this idea is so very nice. Congratulations to Margaret. I am ure she will LOVE the oranment.

    Have a terrific day Karen.

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  34. JulieJanuary 26, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Happy Birthday Wishes to your Mom

    What a lovely idea Karen, lucky ladies who receive one of your beautifully stitched and finished ornaments

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  35. NicoleJanuary 26, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    That is an awesome idea Karen!! Congrats to Margaret!! :)

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  36. NanJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    Awww.......You're such a sweetie. Who wouldn't want a stitched treasure from you? Congratulations to Margaret, you lucky girl.

    Happy Birthday MOM!

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  37. JanJanuary 26, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    That idea should keep your hubby in the good for a while. That is such a great and generous thing to do.

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  38. MyraJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    LOL I will miss seeing the 3 musketeers ornaments this year but I think you will make some lovely ornaments on your own. ;o) What a wonderful, generous idea Karen. This month's ornament is very pretty.

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  39. MeredithJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    Karen, What a generous and fun idea! This is a beautiful ornament (as all your ornaments are)! I've been following you for a while now but now I'm an "official" follower! Hope you're doing great and happy stitching! Meredith

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  40. LynnJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    Your hubby came up with a wonderful idea!! I don't think anyone would pass up one of your beautiful stitches.
    I just finished Jardin Prive and thought that several of the motifs would make cute ornaments. The Noel one is gorgeous!

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  41. BrendaSJanuary 27, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Great finish and what a very generous offer to stitch something for someone else.

    Can't wait to see what each month brings:)))

    Have a great day

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  42. Dani - tkdchickJanuary 27, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    What a COOL exchange idea!

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  43. LaineyJanuary 28, 2011 at 4:12 AM

    What a lovely idea Karen and I;m sure anyone who is lucky enough to receive an ornie by you will be delighted as your pieces are always beautifully stitched and finished.
    Hope your Mum had a lovely Birthday.

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  44. LoisJanuary 28, 2011 at 5:36 AM

    What a nice idea Karen. You are a very kind and generous stitcher!

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  45. NataliaJanuary 28, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    I love your idea, Karen !!! I love your ornaments too !!

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  46. Susan in SCJanuary 30, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    You are so generous! I love this ornament. Happy Birthday to your Mom too!!

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  47. BekcaJanuary 30, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Wow, what a generous idea! I love that you still get to stitch in your favourite ornament style, but are sharing with so many others. Anyone who receives one of your ornaments is very lucky indeed.
    Happy Birthday to your Mum! :)

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  48. DaffycatJanuary 30, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    What a great idea, Karen! I really enjoyed watching your "exchange" last year!

    Congratulations to Margaret!

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