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Sunday, October 30, 2011

'Tis a Finish

While I was away at PALS in Myrtle Beach I got tons of stitching time.  The whole time I worked on only one project because I felt like I was on such a roll.  I had other projects with me, but this particular project just kept tugging on my needle. 

By the time the retreat was over I was about 85% done so I kept the focus on this piece all week long.  Now all I have to do is find a frame and I will have a wonderful piece to display this Holiday Season.

I am thrilled to present to you 'Tis the Season by Blackbird Designs (from the Joyeux Noel booklet).


'Tis the Season by Blackbird Designs
Stitched on 40ct Vintage Pear by Lakeside Linen

I just love this Cardinal!

I've been trying to expand my skills with my camera, so I took this fun little shot.

Looks like I have another Crazy January Finish!  I hope that I may have inspired someone today.

Happy Stitches!

22 comments:

Myra said...

Tis gorgeous indeed. :o)

valerie said...

Gorgeous finish! Perfect to display this year.

Mindi said...

This is one of my all-time favorite designs, and your finish is stunning. I'm actually getting the urge to stitch it a second time, but on a pale green linen, similar to what you did.

I like the last interesting camera shot. I'm trying to work on my photography skills as well.

Adrienne said...

What a stunning piece!! It's gorgeous. :)

I love that you're finishing items from your Crazy January Challenge. Gives me hope that I might finish some of mine next year!

Congrats!

Elizabeth MacGregor said...

Oh, what a Gorgeous finish, Jennifer! Love the colours... It's one of my favourites by BBD ~ just beautiful! Congratulations on such a lovely finish! Blessings always in stitches...

Danielle said...

That cardinal is awesome! I have always wanted to stitch this piece. Fantastic job!

cucki said...

i love it so much..beautiful stitching xxx

Catherine said...

Beautiful finish Jennifer!! Congratulations!

Faye said...

Just gorgeous Jennifer!!! Seeing it in person and now finished...wow! Have a great week~~

Jackie's Stitches said...

Congratulations on a beautiful finish!

CalamityJr said...

Beautiful! Can't wait to see how you frame it. This has to be one of my favorite Christmas designs Guess I'd better consider stitching it - someday!

Cindy said...

Beautiful piece :D...i have not seen this one....thank you for inspiring me....its now on my 'list'...i love how the cardinal came out too...

Anne said...

Congrats on your finish!! I love this design and it's nearly that time of year to get this one up and proudly displayed!!

Angela said...

Congrats on the beautiful finish :)

Mouse said...

woooo hoooo love that finish :) and well done on another crazy finish :) love mouse xxx

Penny said...

What a beautiful finish!

geeky Heather said...

That's a gorgeous piece; I love the sense of motion in it. Congratulations on your finish!

(PS...my verification word is "toking"...I'm not that kind of a girl, Blogger, LOL!!!)

Michele said...

love love love it! Congrats on the finish!

Brigitte said...

What a great finish! I can understand that you wanted it to be finished so quickly, it's just beautiful. Congratulations.

Sharon said...

Gorgeous finish!

Sherry :o) said...

I have this kitted up, just need to start. I am sure, like you, once I start it will be the focus of my needlework until finished!

Beautiful :0)

Robin said...

Tried to use the link for the Traveling Pattern to get the address of Nataly but your hyperlink in broken. No need to send me the list if you update your link. I will be sure to add a note to the journal that refers stitchers to your site for the link to the next lucky stitcher.

Thanks, Robin