Quaker Bluebird Sampler

During this past Christmas I stitched this Quaker Sampler. It is called the Quaker Bluebird Sampler by Willow Hill Samplings. I stitched it on 30 ct linen with sampler threads. I love the variation of colors when using sampler threads. This was a joy to stitch on a larger thread count.  Great project!!

Quaker Bluebird Sampler

Long Overdue Update

It is hard to believe that I have not updated this blog in nine months .   I am flattered that I have so many followers and that I get emails on my work.  Thank you!!

Of course, I have been crafting.  There really has never been a time when I have not had a craft project to work on.  During this year I have cross stitched, knitted, crocheted and quilted.  I am currently teaching myself to free motion quilt.  That is machine quilting on my home sewing machine.  It is a very difficult skill to master.  I am making significant progress.  I thought this would be a good skill to have under my belt for baby quilts and lap quilts from all the reproduction fabrics I love.

Here is an afghan I crocheted in the early summer of 2011.  It is called Tuscan Throw and the designer is Treva McCain.  I used Hobby Lobby yarn in an off white.  Hobby Lobby is my local craft store.  This is a soft, sturdy and inexpensive yarn.  I really enjoyed this project.  It looks very old fashioned and lacy.  I think it would be a great wedding gift.

I will show you my free motion progress and the adorable cross stitch sampler I am working on very soon..

Dutch Treat Table Topper

Every Spring I take out my Sampler Dutch Treat Table Topper.   I love this project.   It was sewn with Caron Watercolors...heavenly.   Yes,  I would really like to stitch another one sometime soon.  Problem is deciding which one!!

Been very busy with work and home, no real sewing these days.

Enjoy!!

Sampler Dutch Treat Table Topper

Stacy Nash Class, More of Jane Baxter

On Saturday, April 30 I am taking a class at my LNS, Three Sisters Needlework and Antiques here in Knoxville, TN with Stacy Nash.  I am really looking forward to this class.  I have completed the cross stitch sections and we will complete in class....  At first I didn't like the Autumn (rose) overdyed floss, then I realized that this project needs the variation of colors to differentiate the flowers.  Great designs!!  I added the little blue bird on the tree.

Here is my progress on Jane Baxter.  This is a wonderful sampler to stitch.  From the pattern to the silks to the linen, this project is a winner in my opinion.  Again, notice how I stitch all over the place, never really completing a section until I go back to the beginning...kind of strange.


Enjoy!!  Thank you followers I am glad you enjoy my blog.

Jane Baxter, Needlepoint Silk, LL Vintage Luna 40 ct

 

 

Permin Sampler 1749 Dug Out, Dusted Off

I dug out Permin 1749 and dusted her off and put her on my mantle.  I had put her under my bed because I got tired of looking at it.  Now, I am in love with this sampler again.  I stitched this on 36 count linen with my all time favorite Gloriana Silk.  The sampler, linen and silk were wonderful.  This was a joy to stitch.  Here it is in blue.

here is the frame....which is perfect for this sampler.

 I am continuing on Jane Baxter..  Enjoy!!

Very Small Sampler

Here is a very small sampler that I completed.  The pattern is Milady's Needle.  It is was part of a pattern, but I am not sure what I will do with my sampler.  These small patterns are so much fun to stitch.

I also want to share this great blog I found that pictures gorgeous flowers in jugs  Sherrie .  Wow!!  Sherrie, those photos have my head spinning with ideas for keeping fresh cut flowers in my home this spring and summer.

Jane Baxter 1824 Current WIP

Here is what I am working on. This is Jane Baxter 1824 by Primitive Traditions on 40 ct. Luna with Needlepoint Silk. This sampler is beautiful and a joy to stitch.  I look forward to the evenings so I can relax with this project!!

Jane Baxter 1824 Primitive Traditions
40 ct Lakeside Linens Luna
Needlepoint Silk