My mum arrived today to spend the day with us and we exchanged Christmas gifts as we wont see her again till after the holidays. She was really pleased with both of the bookmarks i had stitched, here's the second one all completed but only just in time. I hope the ladies who receive them get plenty of use out of them, i did wonder what type of book they might end up in though ... its strange the things that go through your mind when you are stitching something for someone else.
DD was also here today and i was able to give her the ornie for her tree, i finally made it up this morning after putting the roast into the oven and preparing the veggies.I decided to stitch Herald Angels by Prairie Schooler from JCS ornament issue 2003 as i felt it would compliment her other ornaments on the tree as she has some nice black and gold creations that she bought this year. She loves it and made a request for 'one every year please mum' to build up a nice collection for her tree, i'm sure i can accomodate that request LOL
Sally had a birthday yesterday and knowing her love of Just Nan, i decided on a floss bobbin holder using the ornamental letters chart. I hope you had a lovely birthday Sally and were thoroughly spoilt by your family and friends.I hope you all had a good weekend too.
Love the gifts you made esp that Prarie Schooler. Great that your dd wants more lol. xx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful finishes: lovely lovely lovely.
ReplyDeleteThat knitting pattern you sent me has turned up! One of the ladies at the knitting club took it home by mistake but forgot to bring it back today...still, looking for it meant at least I got to hoover under the sofas lol
Hi Julie,
ReplyDeleteYour ornament your dd is really beautiful.
I hope you have a Merry Christmas.
Beautiful stitching gifts made, Julie.
ReplyDeleteWow Julie, you've made some fantastic gifts!
ReplyDeleteGreat finishes! Love the bookmark.
ReplyDeleteJulie your gifts are lovely, but I have to say I too LOVE that angel one -want it, want it . lol.Did you use the colours exactly as chart? As for VC threads you did say you hoped you hadnt started something -so sorry still holding you responsible lol.I love them.Hugsxx
ReplyDeleteThey are super gifts Julie.
ReplyDeleteI bet Amy will have a real treasure trove of a tree in a couple of years
All three of your latest creations are wonderful, Julie--lucky recipients! How nice it must be to have a daughter who appreciates your ornaments enough to request one each year--that is so sweet :)
ReplyDeleteLovely finishes, well done.
ReplyDeletegorgeous work as always hun
ReplyDeleteHappy Christmasto you and yours in case i donty get on again b4 lol
Hugs Shellie xxx
Just lovely stitching, Julie! You should make DD learn to stitch so she can help!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful stitching! I've just stitched a similar Prairie Schooler ornie(from Starry Night chart) and they look amazing in real life, the pictures just don't do them justice.
ReplyDeletePretty bookmarks - am sure they will be appreciated & much used. You already know I love the Angel ornie. :0)
ReplyDeleteVery pretty gift for Sally. :0)
Love your work - you are so clever JUlie :)
ReplyDeleteThree lovely little finishes there
ReplyDeleteI love my floss bobbi holder Julie. Absolutely perfect for me and I love the smell as lavender is my fave. I've been putting threads on the bobbins today in readiness for my next needleroll :)
ReplyDeleteLove the ornie you stitched for Amy. I think it's lovely she's requested one every year too :)
Lovely bookmark too.