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LadyInRed
True Blue Farmgirl
6740 Posts
PeggyAnn
Vancouver
WA
USA
6740 Posts |
 Posted - Jul 01 2010 : 12:22:42 AM
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OK, I am going to try this again. I wrote a nice long response to some of your stitching posts and then my computer ate it, I guess.
So here goes a shorter version.
I finished my first RedWork Tea-Towel and it turned out really cute.
Pam, this pattern was from Jenny Hart's Sublime Stitching Craft Pad...which is 75 different Transfer Patterns. I found it on Amazon for $3.95 originally 12.95. Didn't you say that she was a friend of yours?
Remember me saying last week that I wanted a Three Wheeler Bike with a Basket on it? I told my husband today that I wish they weren't so expensive brand new...because I really want a new one. He said, "Well, we could get you a little girl's bike and put training wheels on it then you'd have an inexpensive three wheeler!" funny man!
It sure is nicer to embroidery in the summer verses knitting; the fabric is so much cooler! I am really enjoying it but have other projects that take my time too. As I am sure you all do too.
Well, looks like we are all happy stitchers with lots of it being done. I am thinking Christmas for a few different projects. Can't start too soon. Can you believe tomorrow is July 1st? WOW!
Blessings,
~peggy
Lady In Red
http://ladyinredsite.blogspot.com
A "SMILE" Should Be A Woman's First Accessory, Then Her Purse, Shoes, and Bling! ~p.smith |
Edited by - LadyInRed on Jul 01 2010 12:26:03 AM |
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mrsamy
True Blue Farmgirl
167 Posts
Amy
Milwaukee
WI
USA
167 Posts |
Posted - Jul 01 2010 : 05:17:01 AM
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Peggy-
I'm with you, thinking about Christmas. I started making crochet covered hangers (very nostalgic for my family...Grandma made us some every couple of years and we all still have 'em), but kind of petered out here. I'm going to pull my crochet bag out again. I had a bumper lavender crop this year so I think hangers and some lavender sachets are going to be in the works. I picked up a couple of super soft pillowcases at rummage that I might use for the sachets. OOOOOH, I could make those little rice bag heating pad things with some lavender in them, too. That's quick and in my ever-tightening budget. Now, what for the fellas???
Amy
Prayer costs nothing, but is worth the most. |
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Ga Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2355 Posts
Karen
Meansville
Ga.
USA
2355 Posts |
Posted - Jul 01 2010 : 06:18:27 AM
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Well its been awhile since I did much sewing or any of the such but yesterday I started working on a pretty rose cross stitch tablecloth. Feels good to pick that back up,seeing it transform inspires me!
Amy, maybe a crocheted hat or scarf?
Blessings,Karen
Create in me a pure heart,O God and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Psalms 51:10
Farmgirl sister #1156
www.KKJD1.etsy.com
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Jul 01 2010 : 11:21:29 AM
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So, not only am I working a scarf for a Christmas gift, but I'm making myself an envelope purse! It's almost done, and I can't wait for it to be finished!
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal. |
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JojoNH
True Blue Farmgirl
1984 Posts
Joanna
Dunbarton
New Hampshire
USA
1984 Posts |
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sherone_13
True Blue Farmgirl
2460 Posts
Sherone
Evanston
WY
USA
2460 Posts |
Posted - Jul 01 2010 : 8:24:19 PM
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Finished up the chicken cross-stitch ornie and almost done with the cardinal ornie. Put projects aside to add new stuff to my etsy shop. (This takes way too much time) I'm on holiday for 4 days, so I plan on finishing up the cardinal and finish an apron I've been working on. Will post pics when I get new batteries for my camera.
Too much to do, too many un-finished projects, too little time. I love my life. :o)
Sherone
Farmgirl Sister #1682
My Blog - www.annapearlsattic.blogspot.com
Etsy Store - www.annapearlsattic.etsy.com
Women are angels. When someone breaks our wings, we just jump on our broomsticks and fly! We are flexible that way! |
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Montrose Girl
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm
1360 Posts
Laurie
Montrose
CO
1360 Posts |
Posted - Jul 02 2010 : 06:25:44 AM
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Shopping bags today!! Have two to make for a swap and found some fun colors.
Best Growing |
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LadyInRed
True Blue Farmgirl
6740 Posts
PeggyAnn
Vancouver
WA
USA
6740 Posts |
Posted - Jul 02 2010 : 10:38:37 PM
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Today I have been working on A Christmas potholder for a swap.
Also, I bought a Vintage 1947 Schwinn three wheeler bicycle today! I am so excited. It needs some work
but over-all is in pretty good shape for as old as it is. It is older than me...so you know that must be
really truly Vintage. LOL
blessings,
~peggy
Lady In Red
http://ladyinredsite.blogspot.com
A "SMILE" Should Be A Woman's First Accessory, Then Her Purse, Shoes, and Bling! ~p.smith |
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kittykill
True Blue Farmgirl
608 Posts
Pam
Portland
or
USA
608 Posts |
Posted - Jul 03 2010 : 06:25:12 AM
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I can't wait to see your bike! I am finishing up pillowcases for a swap then moving on to some tea towels on Monday.
www.fasterkittykill.blogspot.com
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shunger
True Blue Farmgirl
224 Posts
Suzanne
Helena
MT
USA
224 Posts |
Posted - Jul 05 2010 : 5:19:29 PM
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Hi, I started some overalls today -- bright red. Put the pockets in wrong but came up with a fix. At least I think it will work.
I also started some embroidered roosters. I like having hand work for tv time with my husband. We don't watch much in the summer, but in the winter I get a lot of stuff done. The roosters are very elegant in their finery and will be fun to pick up when I can.
Life is so very good today. Suzanne |
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textilelover
True Blue Farmgirl
557 Posts
Dianne
Middletown
NY
USA
557 Posts |
Posted - Jul 06 2010 : 03:29:43 AM
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What am I working on today? Check out the Personal UFO Challenge in the Stitching and Crafting Room! Dianne
"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication." --Leondardo da Vinci |
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Sheep Mom 2
True Blue Farmgirl
1534 Posts
Sheri
Elk
WA
USA
1534 Posts |
Posted - Jul 07 2010 : 09:50:37 AM
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I am working on a pair of socks for my daughters birthday. I have one finished and the second one well underway. The weather has finally warmed up so I am skirting fleeces and washing wool from my sheep for spinning. Later today I will be picking strawberries (yum)
Blessings, Sheri
"Work is Love made visible" -Kahlil Gibran |
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shunger
True Blue Farmgirl
224 Posts
Suzanne
Helena
MT
USA
224 Posts |
Posted - Jul 07 2010 : 12:14:46 PM
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| I admire those of you who knit. My grandmother was a great knitter -- doing so to keep her arthritic hands in shape. I have many of her mittens still. I think I'll make a collage of them on a wintery fabric for a wall hanging -- one more project. I am not a great knitter. I knit doll hair and sometimes a prayer shawl. Suzanne |
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LadyInRed
True Blue Farmgirl
6740 Posts
PeggyAnn
Vancouver
WA
USA
6740 Posts |
Posted - Jul 07 2010 : 1:27:58 PM
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WHAT AM I WORKING ON TODAY?  Laundry...can any one relate? Ha ha!
Suzanne...I started on knitting scarves, then 38 various colored prayer shawls, and branched out of from there. I can't read patterns for sick'em, I am a visual learner...so if somebody shows me how to make something I can crank it out. I am forcing myself to learn to read patterns though. Starting with simple wash clothes is a great way. And they are fun to make. I swap lots of them too. In two weeks time on the Swap and Barter I swapped out 40 wash clothes. So, don't say you aren't a great knitter...if you can do prayer shawls you are an OFFICIAL KNITTER in my book sister!
Hugs,
~peggy
Lady In Red
http://ladyinredsite.blogspot.com
A "SMILE" Should Be A Woman's First Accessory, Then Her Purse, Shoes, and Bling! ~p.smith |
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JenniferJuniper
True Blue Farmgirl
359 Posts
Jennifer
New Hampshire
USA
359 Posts |
Posted - Jul 07 2010 : 2:22:58 PM
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Well its 100F and we do not have central AC, so have been doing little projects so as not to get overheated. The house is a mess - too hot to do vigorous cleaning by far - but I mended a tear in some PJ pants, sewed small bias tape loops onto the waistbands of my half aprons so I can hang them, stitched some vintage embroidered ribbon on a pair of pillowcases, and am knitting a lacy cotton kimono-style cardigan now. All with my feet in a pan of cold water while sitting in front of a fan, of course. Oh I also printed up a bunch of canning jar labels (from my Farm Kitchen post).
Farmgirl Sister #204 |
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knittinchick
True Blue Farmgirl
1854 Posts
Megan
Wisconsin
1854 Posts |
Posted - Jul 07 2010 : 4:57:21 PM
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Today I was working on a baby blanket that I started back in January. It's coming along, but it's really big, so it definitely will take some more time.
God's Blessings,
Megan aka Loretta Rae
At heart, I am both a sassy city girl and a down-home country gal. |
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karla
True Blue Farmgirl
1308 Posts
karla
Pella
Iowa
USA
1308 Posts |
Posted - Jul 07 2010 : 6:20:39 PM
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I finished a miniature Amish wall quilt & started an apron. Only 6000 more projects to go. Where does the time go???
Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
http://rua2j-grammysheirlooms.blogspot.com/ |
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tea_lady_tammy
True Blue Farmgirl
1485 Posts
Tammy
NE
USA
1485 Posts |
Posted - Jul 07 2010 : 6:26:42 PM
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Pinned and sandwiched a quilt I am working on. hope to start quilting on it this week.
of course I have been saying that for a week now. lol
Tea is like being in the stars with God.
http://breathsoffaith.blogspot.com |
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JojoNH
True Blue Farmgirl
1984 Posts
Joanna
Dunbarton
New Hampshire
USA
1984 Posts |
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Betty J.
True Blue Farmgirl
1401 Posts
Betty
Pasco
WA
USA
1401 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2010 : 08:00:16 AM
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JoJo,
If you haven't posted a photo of your handbags, please do. I would enjoy seeing what you have made.
Betty in Pasco |
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JojoNH
True Blue Farmgirl
1984 Posts
Joanna
Dunbarton
New Hampshire
USA
1984 Posts |
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LadyInRed
True Blue Farmgirl
6740 Posts
PeggyAnn
Vancouver
WA
USA
6740 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2010 : 3:24:48 PM
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I AM WORKING ON STAYING COOL TODAY! Joanna...I wish I were a snowman
today...I feel the trickle of the melt-down but not the benefit of the
cold body. LOL
I am also working on taking apart a small stuffed bird that I made ions
ago (ornament size)...I need this one for a new pattern and then I plan
to make some new ones only with some modern touches to them.
And I have one of my Crafting Groups tonight...so, I will be embroidering
on my tea-towel later in the evening.
I would love to see some of your purses posted too!!!
Blessings,
~peggy
Lady In Red
http://ladyinredsite.blogspot.com
A "SMILE" Should Be A Woman's First Accessory, Then Her Purse, Shoes, and Bling! ~p.smith |
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JojoNH
True Blue Farmgirl
1984 Posts
Joanna
Dunbarton
New Hampshire
USA
1984 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2010 : 3:28:40 PM
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Oh Peggy, to be a snow man for even a moment! At 101 today and no relief in sight. . I want an old fashion snowstorm in July!!!
I promise to post some pictures of the handbags when the next order arrives for me to do. I have neglected taking pictures lately and have my camera charging right now. . . need to get back into the swing of things! Stay cool!
Joanna #566
"Keeping Traditions Alive A Stitch At A Time"
JojoNH
http://www.etsy.com/shop/CountryCents
http://CountryCents.Blogspot.com
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Faransgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
895 Posts
Beth
Houston
Texas
USA
895 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2010 : 7:32:45 PM
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I am working on a Christmas Quilt for my daughter. I need embroidery patterns to fit on a 9 x 9 block of cartoon mice. Anything will do. Have the Aunt Martha's patterns and a couple more. Anybody got any ideas besides clip art. I have tried and spent way to much time searching the clip art with no luck.
Farmgirl Sister 572
When manure happens just say "WOO HOO Fertilizer". |
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LadyInRed
True Blue Farmgirl
6740 Posts
PeggyAnn
Vancouver
WA
USA
6740 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2010 : 11:41:15 PM
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Great Suggestion Kris...I would have said the very same thing.
Blessings,
~peggy
Lady In Red
http://ladyinredsite.blogspot.com
A "SMILE" Should Be A Woman's First Accessory, Then Her Purse, Shoes, and Bling! ~p.smith |
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