Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Fall.......ahhhhhhhhh

 
So happy that fall is here.....
at least in theory.
The calendar tells me it is fall but the
temps in SC are telling another story....
hopeful cool weather will be here soon to stay.
 
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Work is starting to settle down after a crazy
summer.  To get back in the swing of
things, I picked these up to add to
may fall basket of goodies..
 
Plum Street Samplers "Stranded Jacks"
stitched on 40 ct. LL Toasted Almond
w/Victorian Motto threads
 
Don't you just love that name...
Stranded Jacks....
I wouldn't be surprised it there was an Irish
trio out there by that name.
 
Anyway...these are a fun stitch.
There is still one more to stitch but I just
couldn't wait to finish these.

 
I just couldn't bring myself to get out
the sewing machine...

 
so I decided on a no-sew method.
 
 
I did bring out my Sidekick to
make the scalloped frames.
 
 
This is my favorite....
I love the little wave at the bottom
and think it matches the fabric perfectly.
 
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Well....I'm off to catch up some blogs and
see what other wonderful goodies y'all
have been busy stitching!
 
Wishing you a great stitching week...
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42 comments:

  1. aprilmecheelesdulllifeSeptember 24, 2013 at 8:20 PM

    I love them all Karen !!! So cute. The finish is great! I may have to drag my chart out. I'm looking for 3 more smalls to stitch.

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  2. ShpinelkaSeptember 24, 2013 at 8:43 PM

    Beautiful finishes! I love all of them! Great!!!

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  3. NicoleSeptember 24, 2013 at 9:06 PM

    So cute Karen! Your finishing is just perfect! I love these designs! :)

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  4. FayeSeptember 24, 2013 at 9:11 PM

    If they don't get you in the Fall mood, nothing will!!!!! Can't wait to see you next month~

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  5. ErinSeptember 24, 2013 at 9:18 PM

    Those are so cute, Karen! (I was tempted by the witch-mermaid, but resisted buying that pattern!)

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  6. MargaretSeptember 24, 2013 at 10:06 PM

    Oh my gosh, I love them all! Your way of finishing them is wonderful!

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  7. DeborahSeptember 24, 2013 at 11:40 PM

    As always, wonderful finishes and great finishing.

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  8. Friendship CrossingSeptember 24, 2013 at 11:47 PM

    Love the background fabric you chose Karen! It looks so fallish and perfect w/the designs.

    Tanya

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  9. valerieSeptember 25, 2013 at 12:25 AM

    So cute! Your finishing is wonderful!

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  10. BethSeptember 25, 2013 at 12:39 AM

    Very cute and such a creative way to finish

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  11. LesleyanneSeptember 25, 2013 at 2:36 AM

    Gorgeous finishes.

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  12. Lisa VSeptember 25, 2013 at 2:48 AM

    Beautiful finishes.

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  13. butterflySeptember 25, 2013 at 3:41 AM

    Great stitching Karen , Love your finish.

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  14. ChrisSeptember 25, 2013 at 6:07 AM

    It is cooler here in NC now. 70's during the day and 50's at night. It feels wonderful!!
    I LOVE these finishes. So sweet.

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  15. rionaSeptember 25, 2013 at 7:05 AM

    Those are so very unusual I may just have to break my self-imposed moratorium on Halloween chart purchases. I have so many Halloween projects finished, in progress and yet to be stitched that I have reached what any sensible person would call a saturation point but that merwitch is definitely calling my name!

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  16. DawnSeptember 25, 2013 at 7:07 AM

    They are great, love your finishing

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  17. Vonna PfeifferSeptember 25, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    OMGosh Karen, they are just stunningly, gorgeously, wonderfully perfect, just perfect!

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  18. AngelaSeptember 25, 2013 at 7:49 AM

    They are all gorgeous finishes Karen! Love the fabric you chose to match them :)

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  19. LittlebitSeptember 25, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    Oh my, Karen, they look amazing!!!

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  20. TheresaSeptember 25, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    Such a handsome set!!!!!!! I love how you finished them. They look amazing!!!

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  21. The Inspired StitcherSeptember 25, 2013 at 8:59 AM

    Such a fun set. Love all of them. I'm ready for fall too.

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  22. MelodySeptember 25, 2013 at 9:05 AM

    Love these designs, and especially your finish! Great job.

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  23. VickieSeptember 25, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    Fab U lous! Love them. Great job!

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  24. dixiesamplarSeptember 25, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    Love them, Karen...but, how did you get that scallop design for the background and trim? Paulette will love these finishes when she sees them :-)

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  25. CarolSeptember 25, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    What fun and fabulous fall finishes, Karen!! Love them all :)

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  26. BekcaSeptember 25, 2013 at 10:32 AM

    Beautiful stitching! Thanks for letting me know about a new (to me!) designer :)
    Best wishes.

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  27. Charlene ♥ NCSeptember 25, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    A-dorable. Love your finishing - girl, you're right on top of things!! Had to get that chart but haven't done a one yet! Looking forward!

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  28. Nan ~ Threadwork PrimitivesSeptember 25, 2013 at 12:23 PM

    These are too adorable and your finishing is spot on as always. I want a sidekick just so I can make some of those scalloped frames :)))
    Love your Bee's Gathering from the previous post. Don't know how I missed that, but it will fit right in on your "Beehive" wall. Nancy's threads look great too.

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  29. Nan ~ Threadwork PrimitivesSeptember 25, 2013 at 12:23 PM

    These are too adorable and your finishing is spot on as always. I want a sidekick just so I can make some of those scalloped frames :)))
    Love your Bee's Gathering from the previous post. Don't know how I missed that, but it will fit right in on your "Beehive" wall. Nancy's threads look great too.

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  30. KatrinaSeptember 25, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    They are so cute!!!!!! Love them.

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  31. CatherineSeptember 25, 2013 at 5:01 PM

    These are fabulous!! Love them!!

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  32. Vicky LSeptember 25, 2013 at 5:47 PM

    They came out beautiful! I love how you finished them.

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  33. MarySeptember 25, 2013 at 7:06 PM

    Just love them.

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  34. BluSeptember 25, 2013 at 7:31 PM

    Lovely stitching and your finishes are just fantastic!

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  35. MaggeeSeptember 25, 2013 at 9:55 PM

    I was going to ask how to cut the frame with scalloped scissors... guess you have to really measure as you go! Lovely lovely stitching and finishing as always! See you in a few weeks at MB! Hugs!

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  36. Annette-CaliforniaSeptember 26, 2013 at 12:56 AM

    OH I LOVE how you finished the set. They are ALL beautiful. I had seen this but didn't think much of the chart, BUT NOW that I have seen yours........
    I want I want I want... love Annette

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  37. MmankaSeptember 26, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    Lovely stitching and your finishes are so fantastic! Like the fabric you chose.

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  38. Jackie's StitchesSeptember 26, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    I'm glad to hear that things are settling down at work. Work sure can get in the way of having fun! Though it does pay for the fun! Lovely finishes - you look set for fall!

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  39. LoisSeptember 27, 2013 at 5:04 AM

    Love these Karen! Great finishes!!!!

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  40. ChristineSeptember 28, 2013 at 11:55 PM

    These are wonderful and what great a finishing job you did on them! Just looking at them puts me in the mood for fall stitching.

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  41. ricketyjoOctober 5, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    What cute little designs, perfect for the autumn! Love the finishing of them as well :)

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  42. AnonymousNovember 14, 2013 at 6:11 AM

    I love love LOVE your Stranded Jacks - your stitching and finishing is perfect! :)

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