UFO/WHIP Update - "Time and Season Sampler"

As promised, here is an update on the Moira Blackburn "Time and Season Sampler".

This is what it looked like on Sunday morning.

And this is what it looked like today.

I'm very pleased with how it has progressed since I last posted.  But I will have to put it down again as I have another UFO that needs to be finished this month, namely  "Let's Bee Friends" by Margaret Sherry.  I will post a picture as soon as it is finished.

Happy Stitching

Derwent and Howden Reservoirs

I went for a lovely walk in the Upper Derwent Valley on Saturday with a group of friends.  This time we started in Fairholmes which is close to the Derwent Dam.  We walked along the side of the reservoir until we reached Howden Dam, and then retraced our steps.  As usual I took lots of photo's along the way. 

Goldcrest

We were so very pleased to see some Goldcrests flying about.  They are similar to the Firecrest and also the smallest European bird.  I was very lucky to get a photo of one of them.

Derwent Dam

Derwent Reservoir

Wild Snowdrops

Howden Dam

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UFO Stitch Along

I belong to a forum that has a weekly UFO Stitch Along.  This group really helps me to keep focused on my stitching.  So, every Monday you will find me busy stitching, and on Tuesday it's "Show Time".  I have promised to show my "Time and Season Sampler".  So watch this space for an update.

Happy Stitching

Owl Stitch Along and Giveaways Galore

I have just joined a group called OakHaven Designs Yahoo Group and I am participating in there Stitch along.  So here is a picture of the January Owl.  I just loved this owl from the moment I saw him.  Just need to finish the February Owls and I will be on track to start March.   Just 11 more for me to stitch.  It's the first time I have joined a SAL and everyone stitching the same thing!  Oh, I am enjoying this!   If you want to see more OakHaven Designs have a look at there blog.

OakHaven Designs by Tonia Pappan - January Owl.  

 I've finally pick up my "Time and Season Sampler", so I thought I would show you an update on it.  There is still lots to stitch.  Hopefully by next week I will be able to show you a bit more done.

Time and Season Sampler by Moira Blackburn.

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Giveaways Galore

There are quite a few giveaways again.

Notes from under the Mountain is having a little stitching giveaway.  Become a follower and leave a comment on her blog in February and say what part of the world you live in.  Draw will be in March.

Samplings from a Blue Ribbon Girl is Celebrating 100 designs and is having a giveaway.  Simply leave one comment telling me your favorite Blue Ribbon Design and why.  Draw is on 26 February.

Loretta's Stitching Blog is celebrating 100 + followers Giveaway.  Drawn of 6 March.

Feathers in the Nest is holding a Spring Fever Give-a-way.   Winner will be picked on 1st March.

My Life in Stitches 60 followers giveaway.  Pick a winner on 26 February.

Willow Tree Pond First year of blog giveaway.  Winner will be picked out of 26 February.

Nutmegger Stitcher's Work.  Reached over 100 followers.  Pick a winner on 24 February.

Crafty Lil' Witch Some stash to giveaway.  Draw names on Sunday 27 February.

Pine Mountain Designs  All you have to do is "Post a comment anytime in the month of February for a chance to win a free March Kit!  Follow Me for another entry!  Good Luck!"

Joanie's World  I'm tired of Winter Giveaway!  Draw the lucky winner on the 1st day of Spring, 20 March.


Craftymoo   Spring Giveaway.  Draw will be 5 March.

Well I hope that's all!!  You never know, more might turn up soon.  I have added more since I first posted this.

Happy Stitching

Time and Season Sampler - WIP

As promised, I'm attaching a photo of the "Time and Season Sampler" so that you can see how I have progressed during the week.

I have added my initials which you can see at the bottom, and also the year 2011, which means I will have to finish it this year.  It's gown so fast since I last posted a photo, as I have not stitch anything else.

Happy Stitching