Wednesday, December 01, 2010

Belle Pepper Finished!

I got her finished up last night. I think she turned out so cute! :)






Little House Needleworks "Belle Pepper"
Fabric: 32 ct. Willow Green Belfast
Threads: Crescent Colours, Gentle Arts, and DMC
Started: 11/26/10 - Finished: 11/30/10

I decided to stitch another Christmas sampler, so I think I'm going to start Shepherd's Bush "Holly and Ivy Sampler."



I love the colors in this sampler...



I also decided to change the fabric to 32 ct. Vintage Light Examplar (the kit came with a 30 ct. WDW linen, which is not my favorite linen to stitch on).

I need to get working on an ornament before I start this sampler though. Our get together in Manning is coming up fast and I have to have an ornament stitched and finished for our gift exchange!

Write soon!

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40 comments:

  1. AnonymousWed Dec 01, 09:22:00 AM EST

    Beautiful finish Nicole, I love this one :)

    Holly and Ivy is a pretty sampler, I loved stitching mine, hope you enjoy it too!

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  2. LauraWed Dec 01, 09:39:00 AM EST

    Gorgeous!!!!! And so fast! Your needle must be sparking!!! How exciting your Christmas stitching is!

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  3. MargaretWed Dec 01, 09:48:00 AM EST

    Beautiful finish! I love what you're going to stitch next too!

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  4. DebWed Dec 01, 09:58:00 AM EST

    A beautiful finish Nicole!! And I love your SB pick too - I'm with you on the fabric - I think that you made a great choice!

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  5. Nan ~ Threadwork PrimitivesWed Dec 01, 10:09:00 AM EST

    That was a quick finish and it's so pretty.

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  6. SherryWed Dec 01, 10:09:00 AM EST

    What a wonderful finish! I just love Christmas samplers and need to do more of them!

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  7. BrendaSWed Dec 01, 10:16:00 AM EST

    Beautiful finish!

    I love the Holly and Ivy Sampler and can't wait to see your progress on it:))

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  8. MaryWed Dec 01, 10:41:00 AM EST

    Congrats on another darling finish!

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  9. AnonymousWed Dec 01, 11:01:00 AM EST

    Nicole, what an absolutely stunning finish!!! Belle Pepper is on my list of to do items! I have a question...where did you get your floss keeper that is in one of the pictures? I have been trying to find one that is suitable....

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  10. Natasha Wed Dec 01, 11:06:00 AM EST

    Very pretty finish Nicole, Holly and Ivy is a beautiful new piece to start. those colors are so soft and lovely.

    Take Care and Happy Stitching

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  11. AnonymousWed Dec 01, 11:17:00 AM EST

    Lovely indeed! Belle is the belle of the Christmas Ball!

    Oh, I love that SB design...can't wait to see it finished. I bet it is going to be splendid.

    HAPPY STITCHIN'
    Terri

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  12. LesleyanneWed Dec 01, 11:23:00 AM EST

    That is a stunning finish and so quick too. Looking forward to seeing your SB.

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  13. Patty C.Wed Dec 01, 11:31:00 AM EST

    Beautiful Work :)

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  14. JanWed Dec 01, 11:43:00 AM EST

    Gosh that is so pretty, Nicole. Going to have to pull that and get it stitched, thanks for the visuals! Oh and I love The Holly and the Ivy too!

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  15. AnonymousWed Dec 01, 11:51:00 AM EST

    Belle is darling, darling, darling! Did your needles melt? Because that was fast! I love the SB piece. If you ever want to sell that chart, I'd be interested. I can't wait to see yours finished. :)

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  16. ZlataWed Dec 01, 12:13:00 PM EST

    Beautiful finish and excellent new start!!! :)

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  17. valerieWed Dec 01, 12:30:00 PM EST

    Beautiful finish! Belle Pepper is so cute!

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  18. aprilmecheelesdulllifeWed Dec 01, 12:53:00 PM EST

    Belle Pepper is so cute ! I love the colors! SB is a great stitch too!

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  19. Teresa S.Wed Dec 01, 01:52:00 PM EST

    Another beauty, Nicole! Congratulations!

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  20. Chookyblue......Wed Dec 01, 03:36:00 PM EST

    beautiful.........love it

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  21. KarenWed Dec 01, 06:12:00 PM EST

    Stitching with your eyes closed again I see!!!!

    See ya Saturday...

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  22. DeborahWed Dec 01, 07:22:00 PM EST

    I love Belle! I have her in my stash and will be bringing her out.

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  23. Laurie in IowaWed Dec 01, 07:41:00 PM EST

    Sweet... congrats on your finish.

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  24. VeronicaWed Dec 01, 09:52:00 PM EST

    I'm always amazed at how fast you stitch. Congratulations! Belle Pepper is cute! Look forward to seeing your new start.

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  25. JaneThu Dec 02, 04:59:00 AM EST

    Lovely finish and a good choice for a new start too, Nicole!

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  26. Carol RThu Dec 02, 06:04:00 AM EST

    Beautiful finish Nicole!
    BTW - I gave in a got an iPad while I was in Florida and now I want a Macbook Air to replace my Macbook - it never stops does it? LOL

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  27. CatherineThu Dec 02, 12:38:00 PM EST

    Well now, after seeing your Belle all finished, I have decided that I must get this one to do! Love it!

    Love the colors in Holly and Ivy and it looks like a fun stitch.

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  28. LisaThu Dec 02, 01:22:00 PM EST

    What a gorgeous finish, Belle is so cute and the colours are wonderful. This has just moved higher up my wish list I think lol.
    Will look forward to seeing your new project grow.

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  29. woolwomanThu Dec 02, 05:38:00 PM EST

    Belle is SOOOO cute !
    Melody

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  30. Charlene ♥ NCThu Dec 02, 07:19:00 PM EST

    Beautiful stitching on Belle! See, I told you you're an enabler... It was Catherine this time.

    See you Saturday!

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  31. DebsFri Dec 03, 12:51:00 AM EST

    How pretty your Belle Pepper is. I made some changes in mine because I thought mine was looking a bit drab. Guess I should get it ironed up and pictures taken. And that SB piece is gorgeous and you're just the one to get it done before Christmas.
    hugs
    Debs

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  32. SiobhánFri Dec 03, 06:02:00 AM EST

    Wow, Nicole! It looks FANTASTIC! Great job. I hope to stitch this one eventually, too. I am a sucker for Jenny Bean and her many friends.

    Can't wait to see your SB Christmas sampler, and your ornament!

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  33. SrinityFri Dec 03, 09:35:00 AM EST

    Wow it's really pretty!

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  34. DebSat Dec 04, 12:11:00 AM EST

    I just love these, Nicole, especially the Holly and Ivy which is somewhere in my stitching pile! That darling little Pepper would be so sweet in my grandgirl's bedroom! :P
    I'm headed for Jessica's the l7th and I'm so excited to see Kellan and her for Christmas. Praying that you and the boys have a very special one, too,with your DH and family.
    Love and hugs,

    Deb/YourBookishLavenderRoseDame :P

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  35. KarolineSat Dec 04, 06:58:00 AM EST

    Belle is lovely, congratulations

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  36. KatrinaSat Dec 04, 08:39:00 AM EST

    Gorgeous finish!!!! I love the color changes in the house :-). Pretty overdyed floss.

    Cute Shepherds Bush piece too!

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  37. AndreaSat Dec 04, 09:06:00 AM EST

    A gorgeous finish. Looking forward to seeing your progress on Holly & Ivy.

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  38. AnonymousSat Dec 04, 09:23:00 AM EST

    Belle Pepper turned out fabulous! You take such great pictures. Any tips? What digital camera do you use?

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  39. staciSat Dec 04, 04:09:00 PM EST

    Congrats on a darling finish...that hardly took you any time at all!

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  40. SusimacSun Dec 05, 05:24:00 PM EST

    Really lovely finish.

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