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Saturday, October 29, 2011

The Spell is Cast....

 
Just in time for Halloween....

BBD Casting a Spell 1
Boy...do I now love Briwax!

I was able to finish up the stitching this
week and decided to go ahead and
get it ready for Halloween.


BBD Casting a Spell 2
BBD "Casting A Spell"
stitched on 32ct LL Navy Bean
w/recommended threads

I have to be honest....some of these
designs were great to stitch and
some....not so much! 
Very happy this one didn't end up in limbo.

I didn't exactly finish it as instructed but
I do like the way it turned out.   I think
this one will stay on display all year.

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I had to get the sewing machine out this
morning so I decided I would go
ahead get this earlier finish "finished". 

Threadwork Primitives Harvest Moon
Threadwork Primitives "Harvest Moon"
 
I love this design and am glad to
enjoy it for a few more weeks.
 
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Thanks for visiting and happy stitching!
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53 comments:

  1. MargaretOctober 29, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Wow!!! Double wow! Yes, you have to keep that out year-round. It's wonderful!!! I love it! Congrats on the beautiful finish! Love the little pillow too!

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  2. CalamityJrOctober 29, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    Perfect timing, and it looks like a perfect finish!

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  3. TheresaOctober 29, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    The finish is so AWESOME!!! I love each and every part of it!!!!!

    Your pillow finish is gorgeous, too!!! I think you are all set for Halloween now~~

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  4. CatherineOctober 29, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    Fantastic!!!! I love BBD designs and am always amazed at their ideas for finishing!
    I love how you finished that little pillow!! So sweet!
    Congrats on both finishes. :)

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  5. Elizabeth MacGregor-KirkcaldyOctober 29, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    Oh, WOW Karen, it's gorgeous and oh, indeed I would have to leave it out on display year 'round! Beautiful, Beautiful finish! Love your wee Harvest Moon as well... it's lovelyy and a gorgeous finish as well. Blessings always in stitches...

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  6. ~*Sharee*~October 29, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Beautiful work hun; and finishing also; love the Harvest Moon pillow, the BBD is on my "wish list" maybe next year I'll be able to buy it and get it stitched up...

    Hugs, Shar

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  7. MaggeeOctober 29, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    Wow! That BBD piece is so beautiful! And the finish suits it well! Worthy of a long display! I always love your pillows--they are always done so well! Hugs!

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  8. Patty C.October 29, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    Love the BBD - Absolutely incredible
    work !!!!

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  9. Jackie's StitchesOctober 29, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    Beautiful! I'd love to hear about how you finished it differently. Your Harvest Moon finish is just as gorgeous. You have this unique ability to pick THE perfect fabrics and embellishments for finishing.

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  10. Keeper of the CrowesOctober 29, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    Oh Karen, I more determined than ever to finish mine after seeing your box!! Ditto on the Briwax!!!
    Linda

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  11. MindiOctober 29, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    Double wows! Both of those are wonderful. Maybe next year I'll get that BBD project done, I have it all kitted up, just never did get started on it. Your finishing might have differed from what they specified, but it still looks wonderful.

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  12. Susan in SCOctober 29, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    You are one talented person! I love both finishes, all your hard work does not go unnoticed by all of us who look to you for inspiration!

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  13. valerieOctober 29, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    Wow! Your BBD box is amazing! I love it and your Harvest pillow is gorgeous! You've got great decorations for the season!

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  14. ChristineOctober 29, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    BEAUTIFUL work, not just in the stitching but in the finishing as well! You should feel very proud! Congrats!

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  15. Nan ~ Threadwork PrimitivesOctober 29, 2011 at 10:57 PM

    WOW Karen. Your BBD piece looks incredible and really should be left out all year.
    It is always thrilling for me to see how one of my designs will be finished. You have a real knack for picking the perfect fabrics and adding the finishing touches. Looks wonderful.

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  16. Teresa S.October 30, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    Love both finishes! Your workmanship is beautiful!

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  17. TanechkaOctober 30, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    Wonderful design! I love it!
    Tatiana

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  18. sanaOctober 30, 2011 at 1:29 AM

    Wonderful!!
    Beautiful finish! It is a treasure chest definitely!!

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  19. MicheleOctober 30, 2011 at 1:31 AM

    love love love Casting Spells! Yours look wonderful! Where'd you find the box?

    Harvest Moon turned out adorable!

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  20. EllenOctober 30, 2011 at 1:43 AM

    Beautiful stitching and finishing! Love that box!

    Happy Halloween!

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  21. AliOctober 30, 2011 at 4:05 AM

    WOW!! Love how you have put the designs in the box - and another gorgeous finish xx

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  22. And This Little PigOctober 30, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    Beautiful finishes Karen
    LiBBiE in Oz :@

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  23. ShebafudgeOctober 30, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    Both finishes look amazing. Congratulations on both of them!!

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  24. LesleyanneOctober 30, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    Two gorgeous finishes.

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  25. Aussie StitcherOctober 30, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    Thanks for leaving a comment on my blog Karen. I love the stitching that you do, and you seem to get so much done. Your two finishes are beautiful.

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  26. ChristineOctober 30, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Lovely stitching and finishing!

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  27. CindyOctober 30, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    ooohhh wow, what beautiful finishes....i have not seen 'casting a spell' and i love, love the Harvest Moon...thank you for sharing :D

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  28. VinnieyOctober 30, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    Beautiful works, Karen! Your "Casting A Spell" is absolutely spectacular! I love how you finished "Harvest Moon" too. Adorable!

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  29. DeniseOctober 30, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    This is an awesome finish Karen, I just love it. I think I would keep Casting a Spell up all year round.
    Great finish on Harvest Moon also.
    Happy Stitching
    Denise

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  30. BertieOctober 30, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Oh I love Cast your Spell in the box, fabulous!! Indeed some are nice and some not, to stitch I mean:))
    If only Hobby Lobby was in the UK.
    Harvest Moon is lovely, great finish:)

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  31. DeniseOctober 30, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Amazing - they are beautiful finishes!

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  32. JanOctober 30, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Harvest Moon is just adorable. Great job. Cast a Spell is another one in my stash that when I see it finished so wonderfully I want to drop everything and start it. Keep it out. It deserves to be seen all year round.

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  33. FionaOctober 30, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Your finish look great. I really like the 'Casting a Spell' it is designs/finishes like this that make me wish I did Halloween, they are so pretty.

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  34. SiobhánOctober 30, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Wow, I love your Casting A Spell! How cool. I have my chart but of course haven't touched it yet other than to look and plan. LOL Your Harvest Moon looks great too--fantastic finishing!

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  35. NicoleOctober 30, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Beautiful finishes Karen!! The box turned out so good!! Congrats!!!

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  36. Charlene ♥ NCOctober 30, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Now see... all that sweat and toil was well worth it; wasn't it? It is beautiful! They both are! Your finishing is always perfect - great job.

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  37. JackieOctober 30, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    I love Bri-Wax too. LOL. Wonderful Karen. It turned out beautiful.
    Congrats on your finishes and TFS.
    Jackie

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  38. JulieOctober 30, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    A marvellous finish - casting a spell is enchanting!

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  39. BekcaOctober 30, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Truly gorgeous stitching Karen, you must be so pleased with the finishing on both. Best wishes to you.

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  40. DeborahOctober 30, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Love the BBD pieces! The box is beautifully finished. I would keep it displayed all the time , as well. The pillow is so very cute.

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  41. MyraOctober 30, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    Casting a Spell looks great! I love the little Harvest Moon pillow too - you do beautiful finishing.

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  42. PennyOctober 30, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    Your's is the first finish I've seen of Casting a Spell and I agree you should leave it out year round ~ it looks wonderful!
    I love your Harvest Moon finish too, your embellishments are always perfect. :)

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  43. Carolyn NCOctober 30, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Fantastic - love how you finished this!

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  44. staciOctober 30, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    Your gorgeous finish is casting a spell on me Karen...it's amazing!!!

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  45. RobinOctober 30, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    Love, love, love your finishes! Your Casting a Spell finish is awesome!

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  46. FayeOctober 30, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    good job girl!!!!! mine is nearly there~~~~~ good job!!

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  47. RanaeOctober 30, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    Woohoo!!! That has to be the greatest finish of the season, Love it!!!
    HM finish is awesome too.

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  48. BeritOctober 30, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    I keep seeing the 4 side designs stitched as 2 long ones...and hear them calling...but overall I agree that this one looks like it is more fun to own than it is to stitch!

    Wonderful finishes; my especial favorite is Harvest Moon. :D

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  49. LynnOctober 30, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    What an incredible finish Karen! It looks awesome! I'll bet it looks fantastic displayed in your home. Congrats!
    Love your Harvest Moon finish too. The fabric really compliments it.

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  50. PumpkinOctober 31, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Oh Karen!!!! It's absolutely gorgeous! Superb job and you must be so happy :o) Congrats on your finishes.

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  51. SallyNovember 1, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Oh wow your Halloween box looks fantastic Karen! Love the pillow too.

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  52. MelanieNovember 1, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    Super awesome!!! You did a great job on it!! :)

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  53. MouseNovember 8, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    ohhh that is wonderful ...love that chart and the box is fab for it ... I've looked over here at our hobby craft and we don't have them :(
    love your little cushion too :) well done love mouse xxxx

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