Latest Work - All Things Spring

I am currently working on a body of work inspired by Spring.  Here is my latest project.  I've got just a few more details to work out and then I'm done... So excited to share!

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Little Pretties

Look at these little pretties!  I'm working on these gems as part of a Spring collection I'll be putting out in another week or two in my Etsy shop.  I can't help but feel a bit excited about how they are turning out - so colorful and bright.

They're porcelain keepsakes, measuring 3 inches in diameter to hang about the house, in a little nook, or maybe even in your office to welcome you with a bit of color and sunshine.

I've made each of these lovelies by hand, first drawing with pencil, sketching out details, then with watercolor and ink.

*Sigh* I LOVE making things and this is no exception - a labor of love for sure.

Here are some closeups of the bird portraits.  The hummingbird is my favorite I think.

Embroidery Session; Part 2

Alright, so I am starting to feel confident on these fancy stitching skills and am starting to flex my finger muscles on trying out some new techniques with creating lettering and flowers.  I think I'm going for a wall hanging - although I didn't really have a clear vision of where I wanted to go with this so I am flying by the seat of my pants and will figure it out as I go.  So far, I'm digging' the nod to  spousal glee (my husband, Steve, was actually very touched) and I like the flower I through in on the left.  Now what to do with the rest of the space?  More flowers? I think that will be a given... Hmmm.. what else, what else?  If you've got any ideas shoot me a comment!  I need help getting the creative juices flowing in the embroidery department!

Here's the latest and greatest work on my project (no laughing please!!!):

On another embroidery note, I recently picked up this lovely case of amazing "floss" on Etsy.  Sometimes I think I buy more than I sell on there, but it's okie-dokie!  Just look at the amazing jewels of thread I found!  Aren't they lovely!?!  I was getting ready to make a big financial splurge at JoAnne's and Michael's craft stores when I thought I'd take a look in the vintage section of Etsy for a lot of floss and it turns out there are amazing deals there if you just take a look.  I love the fact that I am adopting thread from a fellow stitcher before me and wonder what these beautiful threads helped make.  I also like that it feels a bit "green" and "tree-hugger-ish" that I am re-using before going out and purchasing brand new.  To top it off - notice how each skein of thread is numbered?  Sweet! Now I can easily find the same color when I'm ready to purchase more...  Maybe I'm over thinking it, but still, I'm giddy.

If you are interested in picking up a deal on embroidery threads - check out these listings I found (and am oh-so tempted to purchase myself!)

https://www.etsy.com/listing/207429215/sale-vintage-embroidery-supplies?ref=sr_gallery_32&ga_search_query=embroidery+thread&ga_search_type=vintage&ga_view_type=gallery

https://www.etsy.com/listing/222331782/vintage-embroidery-floss?ref=sr_gallery_2&ga_search_query=embroidery+floss&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=vintage&ga_view_type=gallery

https://www.etsy.com/listing/186440371/10y-antique-french-early-flat-pink-metal?ref=sr_gallery_24&ga_search_query=embroidery+floss&ga_page=3&ga_search_type=vintage&ga_view_type=gallery

Embroidery? Yes, please!

Where has February gone?  One minute it's Valentine's Day and now March.  Time to get ready for St. Patty's day soon I think... Well, as soon as I finish this one project that has sent me over the moon.  

Embroidery + Samplers = LOVE.

I'm hooked (with every pun intended).  I didn't know how easy it was or how proud it would make me feel to have a set of stitches that I made by hand.  Throw in a name or two, a flower here and there, maybe a bumble bee to boot and VOILA!  Instant loveliness created with a piece of fabric, string, and needle.  Pure joy.

Admittedly, I have a bit more work to do on the project, more flowers and honestly, I haven't even gotten to the bees, but the ideas are all safe in my head.

Here's what I have so far! Eeeeee! :0)