I got block #12 finished last night. I was going to personalize it (put my name instead of Mary Crow), but I liked the idea of it looking like an old fashioned sampler, so I left it.
40 ct. Vintage Examplar, NPI silks.
Here are the threads for block #11...
This block will take me much longer because it's solid stitching. It's one of my favorite blocks though - I love the ship.
Well, I also got a little bit more birthday stash yesterday (it's the never ending birthday - LOL). I couldn't resist getting a couple new Christmas things from Down Sunshine Lane, especially since Amy offers a birthday discount!
Little House Needleworks "Poinsettia House"
Shepherd's Bush "Holly and Ivy" kit
I'm not sure when I'll get to these, but I think they're so pretty. I love the colors in both designs. Thank you all for the birthday wishes. They meant so much to me!! Write soon! :)
Nicole, this is a wonderful finish!! Somehow I had forgotten that you are "greased lightning". :D
ReplyDeleteIt's not even a never-ending Birthday, yet! In my family, we celebrate with a "Birthday Week". :D So, you get to acquire presenty stash for at least until Monday. :D Then, you'll have to go back to stashing just for the heck of it!
Are you going on to block 11, or working on something else?
(Oh, PS! I signed up for the DSL birthday "thing" a month or two ago, and am thinking of CHS alpahbet or some Rolaframes...or both!!)
(P.P.S. Those black-finish scissors are TDF!!)
Your stitching is lovely as usual Nicole!
ReplyDeleteI like the idea of a never ending birthday as far as gifties go! Love both pieces that you have and they're on my list too! (that's the never ending one!)
Have a good day.
Nice stitching Nicole. Love the new stash too. Can't wait to see some more of CaHRH :-)
ReplyDeleteLovely stitching. I love your new stash especially Poinsetta House - it's one I'd like as well.
ReplyDeleteWonderful new stash - I love your choices!
ReplyDeleteAnd, Block 12 is beautiful - great stitching!
I love it, the 'never-ending birthday" - wonder if my husband would go for that? (somehow, I doubt it)
Enjoy your day
Nicole,
ReplyDeleteThat finished block looks great. I am in love with CaHRH. Look forward to seeing your wonderful progress.
And a Very Happy Belated Birthday!!
Take Care
Your block for CWaHRH is so pretty! I also love your new stash! I got Holly and Ivy at the quilt festival I went to.. The colors on CaHRH are so pretty and your stitching is awesome!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your Block #12 finish! I can't believe how much you get stitched. And good for you on the never-ending Birthday. That stash looks great and even if you don't start on it right away, it will be waiting for you (along with a lot of other things, I'm sure! LOL). Can't wait to see your progress on #11.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! Love the progress on CaHRH and the colors on your newly acquired stash! Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteWonderful stitching. Can't wait to see the next block.
ReplyDeleteNicole, Block 12 is beautiful! You are really tempting me to start this...I still need a few threads or I would probably start it today. :) I love both the LHN and the SB designs/kit that you got for your birthday. Fun stuff! It is fun to have your birthday last for longer than one day. :)
ReplyDeleteHave a good afternoon!
Oh goody! I get to follow your CaHRH progress now! Love the first block -- so pretty! And I love your birthday stash too -- Holly and Ivy is waiting for me at my LNS. :D
ReplyDeleteHa! Finish it by Christmas next year, my foot. You're aiming for Christmas 2009, young lady, admit it!
ReplyDeleteLove your birthday stash, esp. Poinsettia House, which I'm starting as a SAL tomorrow :o)
Congrats on getting that first block under your belt.
ReplyDeleteLove the birthday stash!
NO WAY! Do you not eat or sleep? That's beautiful, Nicole. Absolutely, positively beautiful.
ReplyDeleteNicole, I'm loving Holly & Ivy. I knew we'd both have to have it!! LOL I'm so glad you're enjoying your birthday week. Love and hugs, Deb
ReplyDeleteGood looking on the ChoHRH!~ And, I need to check out that Holly and Ivy pattern too!~~ Now, I will need to email Amy about that b/day discount....didnt know about that one.....
ReplyDeleteThe colors are just beautiful for the CaHRH. I've been going back and forth on the LHN piece. Very tempting.
ReplyDeleteWoo hoo... you've got a block finished already... that's great Nicole. I'm so happy you decided to start CaHRH. I'm looking forward to following you progress and seeing this piece in all its glory.
ReplyDeleteDon't you just love stringing out the birthday for days on end? Smart women! Love all your B-day stash and that first or 12th block...Fabulous! I've seen the first 2 in person that a friend is stitching! It is so fabulous!
ReplyDeleteWonderful finish ! I'm going to love watching your progress on this one.
ReplyDeleteyou compliment this embroidery and' very beautiful
ReplyDeletePat
Great job on block #12!!! Can't wait to see more progress on this one! Happy belated birthday!!
ReplyDeleteGreat stash and I love the first block of CaHRH!
ReplyDeleteGreat new start and great new stash.
ReplyDeleteWow, YGG Nicole! I love your first block-it's wonderful! I think that is one of my favorite blocks--I just love the verse.
ReplyDeleteGood for you on the new stash!
I love both your new birthday stash items! Your current stitching project's looking great too. :)
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