SAL #7 Bags of Fun

I finished my stitch-along just before Christmas last year and then subsequently lost my post!

I am soon going to start another Margaret Sherry project, so I thought I had better post my finished SAL.

Here is a photo of my WIP:

And here is the finished piece:

I loved working on this project so much, even the backstitch was a joy. I plan to frame it sometime during the year.

This will be my next Margaret Sherry project. As you can see it is similar to bags of fun. I just need to buy some new material and get my threads out. I have a friend who I think will love it!

Happy stitching!
Love,

SAL # 6: SUNNY SNOOZE

I thought I would let you all know how my SAL # 6 is coming along.

My stitching on this one has been slow, mainly because it has been incredibly hot here and I have been too tired by the end of each day. As in all Margaret Sherry designs, there are lots of colour changes and little details, which have slowed me down too, but the end results are worth it.

I did the backstitch on the little mouse last night and it really helps the picture to come alive.

Happy stitching everyone! I hope to see your progress on your SALs soon.

Christmas Exchange 2013: Debbie’s gift from Ysa in the Dominican Republic.

Thank you so much, Ysa, for 2 beautiful parcels that were full of lovely goodies. Although it took a long time to reach me, it was worth the wait!

As you can see from this photo, my parcels contained two cute pieces of Christmas fabric, some sparkly mounting ‘paper’, a Christmas stocking set (which needs to be made up), beautiful Christmas cord and a lot of shiny, sparkly goodies like sequins, beads, pompoms and buttons.

My favourite items, of course, are the set of 4 beautiful coasters, which my daughters helped me to unwrap. They are so useful and are beautifully stitched. I haven’t seen anything like them before.

Once again a huge ‘Thank you’ to Ysa! I am sure you were worried that your parcels had gotten lost along the way. I’m so glad they weren't.

With love,

Secret Santa From Debbie V. for Julianne

I received a lovely package today from Debbie V.  in South Africa.

Thank you so much Debbie.  You put together a really lovely package for me.  The extras of the stickers and ornaments are so appreciated!

Here are a few pictures for all to admire: