A Finish and Some Stash

WHOOPEE!  I've finally finished stitching my OakHaven Owl SAL.

OakHaven 2011 Owl SAL

So, now that I have decided to make it into a cushion, I just had to go out and get some lovely new fabric for the back.  And yes, it's got lovely Owls on.  While I was there, I noticed lots of reductions, and I came out with more stash at great prices.  Here's a picture of what I got.

The down side is the shop won't be stocking DMC threads any more, which is a shame.

Until next time, Happy Stitching Everyone

2 more OWLs done.

I've managed to do 2 more of my Owl SAL.  Just December to finish.  Then I think I will make it into a cushion, when all the stitching is done.

I've stitch these 3 in February.

OakHaven Owl SAL 2011.

Here is a link to the OakHaven Designs Blog if you want to have a look at how other's have stitched there owls.

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It's been much milder here weather wise, and we are getting more birds in our garden.  Even a fox ventured through the garden, while I was washing up the breakfast things today. 

Great Tit

On Saturday evening we had a beautiful sunset, which I captured on camera.

Sunset

And here are some wonderful tall snowdrops.

Snowdrops

More Snowdrops

Until next time, Happy Stitching Everyone

And the winner is........IHSW and a finish!

Hi Everyone

You must all be wondering who has won my Giveaway.  So I won't keep you all waiting.  The winner is ....

      Stitching Noni of Fireflies & Cats in the Garden.

So my package will be winding  it's way to Western Australia.  Congratulations Stitching Noni.  

My daughter came by at the week-end and she picked out the lucky winner from the pot.

International Hermit and Stitch Weekend.

I've stitched a little bit more on my "Time and Season Sampler", just a couple of acorns.

What I have wanted to get on with was my OakHaven Owl SAL for 2011, that I have not done since August.  So I am very please that I have managed to finish September.  I just loved the autumn leaves.  The colours were wonderful.  Just three more to go, and it's finished completely.

September Owl

OakHaven Owl SAL 2011

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Here is a Birthday Card I sent on to my friend.  It's a Mary Hickmott Design from New Stitches Magazine.

Mary Hickmott Design

My friend loved it so much she sent me a Thank You card.  I don't think she had seen Hardanger Embroidery before.  It's always nice to send friends a special hand stitched card for special occasions. 

Until next time, Happy Stitching Everyone

Another Finish and WIPs/UFOs

WOW!  I can't believe that it's now over a years since I've been blogging!  Welcome to my new followers.  I am amazed at having 142 followers!  

Today I wanted to show you my latest finish, another Blackwork Angel by The Prairie Schooler.  Yes, I know, you have seen it before, but this one I'm keeping for myself.  The last one was made into a tree decoration for my friend Janet.

Angel with Sheep.

WIPs and UFO's

I've got so many unfinished items plus works in progress (depending on how old they are) that I have joined a UFO/WIP Stitch-a-Long for members of the Margaret Sherry Cross Stitch Group (MSCSG).  So hopefully, I will get some more progress done on my stitching.  Here are the ones I want to start on first.

Time and Season Sampler by Moira Blackburn.

OakHaven Designs, Owl SAL 2011 by Tonia Pappan

Freebie design "First Snow" by The Drawn Thread

Blackwork Angle by The Prairie Schooler.

I have also got some UFOs from  "The Stitch Specialists" Group that I am still working on, but I will only share them on this blog.  The designs are by by Abi Gurden.

Tree of Stitches by Abi Gurden.

Little Lace Learning Hardanger SAL by Abi Gurden

 I'm looking forward to finishing these two especially, then I can start the next design Abi has started.

Well, I think that's all from me!   So, until next time Happy Stitching Everyone.

Owls, Christmas Cards and Friends.

Tonia Pappan has been having a Christmas Party at OakHaven Designs Group.  She has been giving away Christmas designs to member, but for one day only.  I could not resist stitching the 3rd gift, which was given out on my birthday.  And you can see now why I loved it so much - Owls!

This design was the 3rd Gift at the Christmas Party. It's not available now.

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I have received another Birthday gift from my dear friend Jan, who also knows that I love owls.

"Bags of Character" for the National Trust.

Inside this little owl storage pouch is a handy lightweight tote bag, which you can clip onto your handbag or keys.  Such a handy gift to have around.  Thank you so much Jan.  

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I have received a lovely cross stitch Christmas Card from my dear friend Mary Grace in Malta.  In fact I also have last years on display as well.  Thank you so much Mary Grace.

"Snowman" 2011.

"Santa" 2010

It was only last month Mary Grace had her birthday and I sent her a little gift, which she stitched up in no time for her Christmas tree.  It's so cute!

A Joan Elliot design.

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I have another friend Jayne who love Meerkats.  So I stitched her a Hobbycraft kit by Mouseloft of two Meerkats, waiting for Santa.  I'm sure she will love it.

Here's a close up of the meerkats.

Well, I hope you are now ready for Christmas, it's not long now.  It's only a week to go!!

Have a lovely week-end.

Happy Stitching Everyone

August Owl finished and a Day Trip

Hello Everyone and welcome to my new followers.

I have finished my Oakhaven August Owl SAL.  I can't believe that there are only four to go and then it will be finished!!  How time has flown this year.  And here's a picture of what it looks like so far.

Oakhaven Owl SAL

August Owl

Here are the links for OakHaven Designs Blog and the OakHaven Designs Yahoo Group.

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Day Trip

I've been to Coventry on a day trip on Saturday.  And as you all know me so well, my camera was at the ready and I took lots of pictures.  Here are just a few of what I took.  The first picture shows old and new parts of the city.  The last two shows picture of Coventry Cathedral, Old and New, Inside and Outside.  At least the weather was kind to us and it did not rain.

Coventry

Coventry Cathedral - Old and New

Coventry Cathedral

Top left: "The Chapel of Christ in Gethsemane".  

Top right: "The Tapestry of Christ in Glory.  

Bottom left: "The bronze Statue of St Michael and the Devil.  

Bottom right: "The Baptistery Window and Font".

PS.  My flowers are looking even better now that the lilies have come out.  And here's a picture for you to see.

Happy Stitching Everyone

A quick finish!

I can't believe it myself!  I've already finished my July Owl!  And here it is.  Isn't it good when things go well.  Now I will have to wait until August to get the next chart!

July Owl

OakHaven Designs - January - July

Now, I wonder what I will do next?  Shall I start something else, or finished something I have already started?  You will have to wait until next time!!!

Happy Stitching Everyone

WIPS and Lots of Giveaways!!

First of all I want to say "Welcome" to my new followers.  I'm always pleasantly surprised to see so many  people following me.  Thank You All.   

I have finally finished my OakHaven Designs Group June Owl SAL and will shortly be starting the July Owl.  

Here are what they look like so far.

June Owl

OakHaven Owl SAL

I've also move on a little bit further with the, "Little Lace Learning Hardanger SAL", by Abi Gurden at

"The Stitch Specialists" Yahoo Group.  Just need to finish the bottom section before I start cutting out the middles and start the needle weaving.

Lots of Giveaways

I've been amazed at how many Giveaways there has been recently.
I now post them on my right hand sidebar for all to see.
But as there has been so many, I've listed them below.
Do check them out.

!Happiness is cross stitching!

Lynn B is having a Giveaway, which ends 31 July 2011.

Teresa is having a Giveaway at "Teresa's Heartfelt Stitches". The winner will be announced on Monday 18 July 2011.

Lori at "Notforgotten Farm" is having a Giveaway. The draw will be held on Wednesday 20 July 2011.

Parsley is have a Giveaway at "Seasons Of My Mind". The draw will take place on 25 July 2011. Please note for US residents only.

Valerie is having a Giveaway at "A Shenandoah Sampler". The Giveaway will close on 25 July 2011. The winner will be chosen the next day.

Jennifer is having a Giveaway at "Feathers in the Nest". The draw ends 6 August 2011.

June is having a Giveaway at "Butterfly Wings", to celebrate her first blog. The draw ends on 12 August 2011.

Happy Stitching Everyone

May Owl SAL

Welcome to my new followers. I'm always very surprised when I see more people are following me and I'm very grateful. Well, my posting today in the May Owl from the Oak Haven Designs SAL. At least I have managed to stitch it in May.  But as usual, I can't wait to see the next one, so I will have to be patient.

I've almost finished my Celtic Knot, so watch this space.

Happy Stitching Everyone

April Owl Finished

Welcome to all my new followers.  It's always a lovely surprise to see new faces, and extra special when I've only just got back from being away for a few days.

Well as promised, here is my Oak Haven April Owl finally finished.

April Owl SAL

Oak Haven Owl SAL

Well, I've just been touring around Norfolk, and the place I've been staying at have mallard ducks with lots and lots of ducklings.  As usual, my camera was with me and here are just some of the photo's I took for you to look at.

Aren't they just so cute!

Norfolk Windmill

Chaffinch

White Horses

While I was away, I did do some stitching.  I've been doing a miniature "Celtic Knot" by Textile Heritage.  I've almost finished, I just need to do some backstitching and a few extra stitches.  Unfortunately, the lighting was not good and I could not stitch too long at night.  So watch this space for an update.

Happy Stitching Everyone