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Wednesday, July 20, 2011

So close.......


I was so close to having another Challenge
finish last weekend. 

I was stitching away on BBD's "Its Berry Time" and had sneaky feeling that I was going to run out of thread with just the alphabet left to stitch.  I was using Victorian Motto's Plum so I shot off a quick email to Nancy to see if she had some more.  Luckily, she was able to identify just the dye lot I needed and I got my package of threads (I couldn't order just one skein now could I?) yesterday.

Just a few hours stitching and I
finally have my finish.....

BBD It's Berry Time

BBD "It's Berry Time"
Stitched on 35ct WDW Linen w/
Victorian Motto Plum

I really love the color of this one and will add it to the framing pile.   I really need to work on a "framing plan" so I can rescue some of these finishes from seclusion.  Guess I need to go buy that lottery ticket.......

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 We spent a few days in Charleston and Pawleys Island the first of the week.  The weather was just perfect for walking and touring.  I had forgotten how pretty Charleston is and the food is wonderful too. The best thing I had was the
found at the Boone Hall Farms Market.  
I can not describe to you how good this was...yummy!

We headed up the road to spend a day at the beach.  While at Pawley's Island, I decided to make a quick trip to the Quilter's Cottage  located right up the road in Garden City.  


I certainly didn't need any more fabric but decided I should come home with some type of "souvenir" and I think this filled the bill.   If you are ever in the Myrtle Beach area, it is definitely worth the trip to visit.

We are home for today and will head out Thursday morning to Tennessee for a few days.  Sure hope we find cooler weather too! Hopefully I can work in some stitching time during the ride.

Well...I'm off to work on my ornaments since the 25th will be here before I know it. 
As always...thanks for visiting and happy stitching!
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45 comments:

  1. RanaeJuly 20, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    Pretty Berry Time, love the plum color
    Have fun in Tennessee, hope it's cooler for ya to enjoy

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  2. BethJuly 20, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Karen - Berry Time is so very pretty - it's interesting how sometimes a monochromatic finish is the best way to stitch a pattern. Can't wait to see it done.

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  3. JudyJuly 20, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Beautiful finish, Karen. Love the color.

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  4. MargaretJuly 20, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    I love your finish! So good that you were able to get more of the same dye lot to finish! Love the fabrics you picked up. Fabrics always make me happy. LOL!

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  5. Friendship CrossingJuly 20, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    Wow Karen,
    That turned out so pretty w/that plum color! I have had this chart in my stash for quite sometime and now you've inspired me once again!

    Tanya

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  6. PumpkinJuly 20, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Congrats Karen! I agree, the color is just gorgeous :o) Great job!

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  7. LynnJuly 20, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    Such a pretty stitch Karen! I've always admired this design. I'm stitching BBD Their Song right now and have run out of floss for stitching the lettering. I'm hoping I can find a dye lot close enough.

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  8. JennyJuly 20, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Oh, that is breathtaking -I love the design and the colors. Congrats on a wonderful finish!
    Also, I had to smile at your excuse that you got the fabric as a "souvenir". Good one - I'll remember that for the future... :-)

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  9. LorettaJuly 20, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    Pretty stitch. The colour you used is gorgeous.

    I love BBD designs and have just pulled out Garland Fair to start stitching on.

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  10. MyraJuly 20, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Gorgeous finish Karen! Lovely fabrics you chose - I agree, you needed a souvenir of your trip. ;o) Hope to see you on the 6th @ the stitch in!

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  11. KathyJuly 20, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Oh my ut Berry Time is just gorgeous! I'm glad you were able to get the right dye lot to finish it. :) Can't wait to see it framed. Also the fabrics are beautiful.

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  12. Yvonne.....July 20, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    Oh My!! That crab and pimento cheese sandwich sounds awesome!! Now you have me wanting one!

    Love the Berry Time piece too. It's gorgeous!

    Have fun in Tennessee. If you get a chance, if you are in Pigeon Forge, go to the Titanic museum. It was very humbling and well done. I highly recommend it and would go back.

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  13. DeborahJuly 20, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    Love Berry Time. Have a wonderfuk time in Tennessee.

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  14. Teresa S.July 21, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    I really need to try some Victorian Motto thread-this finish is a beauty!

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  15. LesleyanneJuly 21, 2011 at 2:33 AM

    A gorgeous finish. Love the colour. Great new fabric. Have a lovely time away.

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  16. KateJuly 21, 2011 at 2:44 AM

    Beautiful finish. Colour looks great. Congratulations.

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  17. SolstitchesJuly 21, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    A very pretty finish and a lovely addition to your fabric stash.
    Margaret

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  18. MouseJuly 21, 2011 at 4:12 AM

    ita a lovely finish and must try and get some of that thread myself soon ..lol and oooooo nice fat quarters :)love the blue with the tiny flowers on it :) take care and happy stitching :) love mouse xxxx

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  19. ChristineJuly 21, 2011 at 4:19 AM

    Beautiful finish, I love the colour. Nice fabrics too

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  20. SiobhánJuly 21, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    What a beautiful finish!! I love it, and you chose the perfect fiber color for it. I really do need to get stitching this one. It's the perfect summer stitch.

    I called my daughter over to the computer to read your blog post because after reading a few Karen White (one of our favorite authors) books, she is obsessed with wanting to have pimiento cheese and live in the south and have southern food. I knew the crab would throw her over the edge. LOL Me, I'm dying to try some fried green tomatoes. My nephew is working in Myrtle Beach this summer and I'm anxious to hear how everything went when he gets back.

    Congrats again on the finish!

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  21. Patty C.July 21, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    Great Finish Karen ;)

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  22. AnonymousJuly 21, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    Your work is so beautiful:-)I wish you a nice summer, Karen!

    Norwegian greetings from M@y

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  23. CatherineJuly 21, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    What a pretty piece Berry Time is!! Love those fabrics too!

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  24. GillieJuly 21, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Lovely! Look forward to seeing it framed!

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  25. SallyJuly 21, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    Congratulations on a gorgeous finish Karen. Love that colour.

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  26. Babs in AlabamaJuly 21, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Berry Time beautiful, karen! so glad Nancy had the thread :) You made my mouth water over your meal choice, sounded delicious. I think the fabric was a perfect souvenir and why not? When you finish something with it, you'll remember...isn't that what a souvenir is? a reminder?
    hugs, babs

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  27. DebJuly 21, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Berry Time is so pretty and seems like such an appropriate piece to stitch this time of year.

    And you can never have enough fabric!! :o)

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  28. BekcaJuly 21, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Congrats on your latest finish, it really is a beauty. Can't wait to see what's being stitched up next.

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  29. NicoleJuly 21, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    Beautiful finish Karen!! I love this design!! :)

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  30. DeniseJuly 21, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Love your finish and the color you pick out to do it in.
    Have fun and stay cool.
    Happy Stitching
    Denise

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  31. CarolJuly 21, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    What a gorgeous summery finish, Karen! Glad you were able to get the exact dye lot for the threads--you sure got lucky there...

    Hope your search for cooler weather in Tennessee pays off :)

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  32. AngelaJuly 21, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Congrats on your lovely finish! I think your souveniers are just perfect!

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  33. mdgtjulieJuly 21, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Grats on the finish. I too love that color. It's lovely! And glad you had a nice trip. Here's hoping you find cooler weather. Summer seems to be getting hotter, and winter seems to be getting colder. I would love some brrrr... right now.

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  34. GabiJuly 21, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    What a beautiful finish. Congrats. Love your chosen color. Wishing you a great time in Tennessee

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  35. LaineyJuly 22, 2011 at 3:33 AM

    Beautiful finish Karen.
    Love the new fabric.
    Enjoy your visit to Tennesse.

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  36. LoisJuly 22, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    Oh, what a lovely finish Karen! Very nice fabric you bought too! Enjoy your couple of days away.

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  37. JoyJuly 22, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Lovely finish!

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  38. BrendaSJuly 22, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    Great finish!

    Hope you have a good time in Tennessee and find some cooler weather, we sure could use some:))

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  39. FionaJuly 22, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    Very pretty finish. The fabric that you bought looks great. Enjoy your trip.

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  40. SueJuly 22, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Beautiful finish!!

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  41. ChristineJuly 22, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    Beautiful job as always on Berry Time! Love the fabrics you picked up as well.

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  42. MelanieJuly 23, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Love your Berry Time!!!! :)

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  43. Charlene ♥ NCJuly 23, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    How pretty is that? And your souvenir is quite lovely, too. Glad you had some nice days to play in the sand and sunshine!

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  44. LauraJuly 24, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    Karen, your finish of It's Berry Time is so gorgeous!!!!!!! I love that chart! I need to stitch it soon!

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  45. LittlebitJuly 24, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    It's Berry Time is absolutely beautiful! I LOVE IT!

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