Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Progress

Yippee! finished block #4 for my Folk Art Tribute designed by Dawn. I did the moon in needle turn and the stars are done in wool with a whip stitch. I really like this block.
Last year Jenny sent me some of this colorful variegated thread and I decided to use it in the Give Thanks BOM that she is sharing with us this year.
I love the look. I am still waiting on my sewing machine so I can get it sewn together. After I sew it together I need to add some beads around the heart and in between those two little hearts.
Here is my progress on my first Hop To It block. Looks like worms. lol
I thought I would share this photo of a cardinal with you. We always see more of them when it snows. We got another inch this last storm.
Lots of birds scavenging for seed. When it is cold and snowy I have to fill these up every day.
With Passion,
Carrie P.
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20 comments:

  1. DarleneJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Great progress! Be careful the birds will come snatch your 'worms' LOL

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  2. LorisJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Thank you for the cardinal picture! We don't see them in my neck of the woods. They are so beautiful so seeing pics them are a treat.
    Lovely work on the BOM. Love how the threads are showing up in the embroidery.

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  3. Linda January 12, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    You've made a lot of progress!! I had to laugh at your HTI block because that's exactly what I thought when I made my first one!!

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  4. Abby and StephanieJanuary 12, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    Love the worms! :o) Give Thanks is really delicate. Looks like you have as much snow as I do. Stay warm.

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  5. JocelynJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Carrie, I love the cardinal picture. Such a beautiful contrast against the white snow.

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  6. CarolJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    You're making great progress! Love the cardinal picture.

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  7. JanetJanuary 12, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    That variegated thread is really wonderful. You do such a beautiful job with embroidery. I love to see your cardinal!

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  8. marinaJanuary 12, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    the moon looks so sweet with the wool stars.
    I love cardinals they are such handsome birds.

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  9. MarieJanuary 12, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    Carrie - you got a little more snow than we did. But south of here about 5 miles got about 8 inches this last go round. We got a 'trace' and lots of ice. Still iced in after 3 days.

    Hugs - Marie

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  10. Jane's Fabrics and QuiltsJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Oh Carrie, You know I love your work. especially the wool stars!
    I love cardinals, so very pretty!

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  11. UnknownJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    love your stitching......maybe i need classes from you, lol

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  12. AllieJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    I love the stars and moon block! You do such lovely work, Carrie. That floss is beautiful, your Give Thanks is going to be GORGEOUS. Great pic of the cardinal - and good for you on keeping them fed!

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  13. Mary on Lake PulaskiJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    Your Give Thanks BOM is beautiful already Carrie!

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  14. StitchinByTheLakeJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    Love that Folk Art block Carrie - of course, you know I'm a sucker for wool. :) blessings, marlene

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  15. WoolenSailsJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    I love how the variegated threads look.
    I use them in some pieces and need to dye some more.

    Debbie

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  16. JanetJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    The wool stars look great and I love the colour of the varigated thread, it's lovely stitched up. Thanks for showing the cardinal, they are beautiful birds.

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  17. Simone de KlerkJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    What a lovely bird! We don't have them here.

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  18. CrispyJanuary 13, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Love the blocks and your worms LOL.

    Crispy

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  19. CindyJanuary 14, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    I'm sitting here giggling - I have to tell you this: As soon as I saw the "Green thing" photo, even before reading, I thought to myself "WORMS" and then you type WORMS.. I'm still giggling...LOL

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  20. RobinJanuary 15, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    You've been busy! That variegated thread looks just lovely. I look forward to seeing the block once all of the finishing touches are added-- it's going to be beautiful!

    What a lovely photo. Cardinals are such beautiful birds. There's just something about that red.

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So glad you have come by for a visit.