Sunday, May 27, 2012

Pretty little things....


I decided Mother's Day weekend to take a
break from my Nantucket Sampler....
actually the dang border.  
I plummaged through my stash and came up
with some smalls to take my mind off the other.

First up a little Blackbird Designs......

BBD "Remember Me"
stitched on 35ct WDW Straw
w/ Victorian Motto hand-dyed thread

I recently ordered a lavender thread pack from
Nancy and just loved this soft toned thread.  I
think it makes the perfect complement to
the golden linen.   This one makes the 
perfect pin pillow.


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La D Da was next up on the hoop....

La D Da "Count Your Blessings"
stitched on 30ct WDW Mocha
w/recommended DMC

I saw this one being stitched in action at Pals this
past October and it looked so much better
in person.  Not sure why it took so long to stitch
this one but am happy I finally got around to it.
Another little pillow to remind me each
day of this wonderful sentiment.


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While looking for some Americana designs
to stitch last week, I came across this
one and decided I just had to stitch it next. 


BBD "Morning Star"
Stitched on mystery 40ct linen
w/DMC

This is the sweetest design.  I love the colors
in this one and almost hated to see it end.

 
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My little helper....Pork Chop
I'm so lucky to have help when staging my photos.

For those you enjoying the Memorial Day
weekend, I hope it is a good one.
Thanks for visiting and I hope you
have a great stitchy week!
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48 comments:

  1. BarbiMay 27, 2012 at 8:08 PM

    Lovely finishes!! You have the cutest little helper too:)

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  2. AnonymousMay 27, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    What fabulous finished finishes, Karen! Your little helper is a cutie!

    Robin in Virginia
    rlbrowninva @ gmail.com

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  3. TheresaMay 27, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    Beautiful finishes, Karen~ I love all these patterns!!!
    How nice pork chop was there to help you stage the photos~ I'm sure he gave you lots to tips~ ^^

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  4. Friendship CrossingMay 27, 2012 at 9:08 PM

    Oh Karen,
    I LOVE those finishes but esp. the first one! Such pretty colors you chose!
    Kitty sure looks cute in the pic too!!

    Tanya

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  5. ~*Sharee*~May 27, 2012 at 9:12 PM

    We diffidently have the same tastes hun! lol I have all these patterns and you are "3 up" on me; I haven't stitched them...yet, but seeing how cute yours are makes me want to get them all out..Beautiful finishing..

    Hugs, Shar

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  6. AprilMay 27, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    Karen your finishes are gorgeous. I love the La D La chart and will have to get it for myself.

    Your helper is very cute.

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  7. JanMay 27, 2012 at 9:23 PM

    Great finishes! I like your little helper too!

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  8. DebMay 27, 2012 at 9:26 PM

    Wonderful finishes! I really like all of them. Your little helper looks so sweet too. Seems to want to be in the middle of what you're doing.

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  9. MaggeeMay 27, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    How cute!! I have two of the three patterns myself, languishing in my stash! Of course, now they are swirling around in my head! Real nice finishes! Hugs!

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  10. BethMay 27, 2012 at 10:35 PM

    As always Karen you have the best finishes to highlight your super stitching. I so enjoy seeing your creative efforts in action.

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  11. DeborahMay 27, 2012 at 11:10 PM

    All the pillows are beautiful! The finishing is perfect. Pork Chop couldn't be cuter.

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  12. Mary AnnMay 27, 2012 at 11:22 PM

    I was doing a little blog visiting, and found your lovely blog--wonderful finishes!!

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  13. BarbMay 28, 2012 at 12:54 AM

    I just got morning star. After seeing yours, I'm so glad I got it. Great smalls!

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  14. LesleyanneMay 28, 2012 at 1:55 AM

    Congrats on your gorgeous finishes. Love the colours for Remember Me. Your little helper is very cute.

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  15. SolstitchesMay 28, 2012 at 3:59 AM

    Three gorgeous finishes. I'm just loving the finishing on the little lavender pillow.
    Cute little helper too :)
    Margaret

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  16. BekcaMay 28, 2012 at 4:53 AM

    Wonderful finishes Karen! I love the Count your Blessings pillow, such a lovely sentiment.
    Best wishes.

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  17. DaffycatMay 28, 2012 at 5:09 AM

    *squee* Delicious finishes, Karen! The pieces are wonderful and the fabrics compliment each one perfectly!

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  18. AnonymousMay 28, 2012 at 6:30 AM

    Hello Karen

    Beautiful finishes! I love the little lavender pillow, the way you made it up is just gorgeous!

    Sweet Kitty helper too!

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  19. ChrisMay 28, 2012 at 6:52 AM

    Beautiful finishes Karen! I love the purples that you used for Remember Me.
    Hugs to you and Porkchop :)

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  20. JulieMay 28, 2012 at 7:24 AM

    3 beautiful pillows Karen, i do like your little furry helper - so cute.

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  21. KatrinaMay 28, 2012 at 7:49 AM

    Sweet finishes!!!!! Cute kitty too, my puppies do the same thing :-).

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  22. MargaretMay 28, 2012 at 8:08 AM

    All of your finishes are wonderful! You always do great finishing too. I really love the Morning Star piece -- have to stitch that one for sure.

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  23. AnonymousMay 28, 2012 at 8:12 AM

    I love them, great job! Pork Chop is adorable. As soon as I lay out fabric, or a quilt top on the floor to work with, the dogs are on it. :)

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  24. GiovannaMay 28, 2012 at 8:25 AM

    Lovely finishes, and your little helper is adorable :-)

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  25. FayeMay 28, 2012 at 8:48 AM

    Cute stitches Karen....Love all those finishes,each unique in its own way!! Pork chop is so cute~~ I know she is a big "help" at each and every project....

    Take care and happy stitching (and finishing)~~

    Faye

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  26. AngelaMay 28, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    I love all the pillow finishes Karen but the La D Da one is my favorite. I have this chart too and keep passing it over as the DMC alternates didn't catch me but now I will dig it back out again!

    I love your "stager".....mine is very helpful that way too :)

    Have a great week!

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  27. Simple PleasureMay 28, 2012 at 9:01 AM

    Karen
    Lovely finishes...your needle certainly has been flying. I agree, Nancy floss is fabulous!
    Hope the long weekend affords you quality stitching time.
    Busy Hands...Happy Heart
    Patricia

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  28. CarolMay 28, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    What fabulous finishes, Karen--I especially love the lavender BBD one!

    How nice to have a staging helper as cute as Porkchop--all I ever get is a stray spider now and then :)

    Enjoy your Memorial Day...

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  29. blue star stitcherMay 28, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    Love that lavender you used on Remember Me. The fabrics you (and Porkchop) chose to finish them with are great. I hope you have a fun and relaxing Memorial Day!

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  30. butterflyMay 28, 2012 at 12:39 PM

    So many beautiful stitching finishes just wonderful love them all.

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  31. MyraMay 28, 2012 at 12:58 PM

    Pork Chop is a pretty little thing too! So much help, aren't they? Lovely finishes Karen.

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  32. Charlene ♥ NCMay 28, 2012 at 3:05 PM

    Girl Friend, you are one more speedster! They're all great and finished perfectly. I don't remember seeing pork chop before. What a darling! Is he a baby?

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  33. mdgtjulieMay 28, 2012 at 3:10 PM

    Wow, aren't you just the busy little beaver. Grats on the finishes. I wish I had some to show, too, lol. Alas, all my WIPs are BAPs. Happy Memorial Day to you too!

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  34. KayMay 28, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    The colours on Remember Me are just stunning.

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  35. LoisMay 28, 2012 at 5:38 PM

    What nice finishes Karen. Especially love your Count Your Blessings pillow finish.

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  36. Patty C.May 28, 2012 at 10:48 PM

    Great finishing - i love count your blessings :)

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  37. MindiMay 28, 2012 at 11:56 PM

    Very cute finishes, and you have an adorable helper.

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  38. The Inspired StitcherMay 29, 2012 at 9:29 AM

    What great finishes! So pretty!

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  39. JennyMay 29, 2012 at 11:28 AM

    Oh wow - Pork Chop is just the cutest little assistant! Your finishes are lovely as always - great job. I especially love the BBD pillow.

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  40. BrendaSMay 29, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    Lovely finishes Karen. Your little helper is a cutie pie too:)

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  41. MelanieMay 29, 2012 at 3:19 PM

    Really great finishes!!!!!!!! :)

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  42. CatherineMay 29, 2012 at 9:21 PM

    Beautiful stitches and finishes! And what a sweet little helper!

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  43. JudyMay 29, 2012 at 10:29 PM

    Love the designs you stitched and the finishing is fantabulous!!! Your little helper is precious.

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  44. MaggieMay 30, 2012 at 6:05 PM

    Such lovely finishes :-)
    I have Count Your Blessing and pulled it out the other day thinking of making a start on it, i like how you have finished yours off :-0

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  45. SallyMay 31, 2012 at 4:36 AM

    I love all of your finishes Karen but love Count Your Blessings the most. Love the colours.

    Aww your little helper is adorable!

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  46. Dani - tkdchickMay 31, 2012 at 12:26 PM

    Karen those are beautiful finished finishes!

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  47. Miss T.June 2, 2012 at 1:28 AM

    Dear Karen, I do love all your finishes. Lovely colours and fabric and so nice to have such a cute little helper around! :-)
    Have a nice weekend!
    Miss t.

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  48. valerieJune 6, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    Wonderful smalls! I love all the finishes!

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