Junebug

A finish well actually two but one has to wait as it’s a gift for a very special newborn great niece …… I just think of her and Jada and smile …..

I’ve also renamed Junebug Winifred …her hair is perfection and while stitching I got all sorts of witchy vibes … so here’s Junebug aka Winifred. She’s stitched on 32ct Oceans by Colour Cascade Fabrics …the same as Luna Moth. Thanks for visiting my page ♥️

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Here I am again

I woke up inspired this morning after a good sleep and yes finally stitching last night! I took a quick picture of Cinderella Sampler so it's not the best! So sorry about the shadow........but it was a quick pic before I put it back on the Qsnaps.... It is almost done! I did more after I took the picture! When I told DH that I was going to personalize it as a wedding sampler for us he said and I quote "don't make me cry" . Yes I married a mush and I love him! I am now more determined than ever to complete it and soon!

I was also able to find the design that my dear niece picked All in a Heart by Miss Crescent's Crown... She started in the center and is crossing each "x" as she goes since it done with overdyed Crescent Colors! And it only has 4 colors as well. A perfect first design!

I'm sure everyone has seen these as well but here they go..the new Nora Corbett Pixies.... Lily of the Valley and Lilac. I really thought there were only supposed to be 6 of these. I have lost count but I do love them! And I may have posted them already.......

I am grateful for my dear sweet husband........

May your needle fly through your fabric.........

What have I done......

I have had another migraine but took the new meds since it came back with the old meds and the doc said to try the new ones and in what order to take them...I was just so frustrated the last time I saw him and he listened so we developed a new plan. I am happy to say I am migraine free as I type this post!!!! Still post migraine feeling like I am walking through tissue paper but I took care of me including a nap last night and skipping bowling and then sleeping in and resting today. I did skip Pilates as well but I'm off all next week so I will make it up I promise!!! My niece is getting better but she needs to remain in NY so my California trip is on hold but I plan to keep the time off and rest and stitch myself!!!! Thank you again for all of your prayers and well wishes for her!!! She and her sister are truly my heart!!!!!!

Now on to updates..First is Holly by NC She is done except for the beads and kreiniks!!!! Next is Cinderella Sampler and she now has a pumpkin coach to get around in There is more a new start yes even with a migraine I stitch.....I can't explain it but tend to just go with it... It is Nora's Alphabet which I am doing on PTP Crystal Highland! Next and last is an old WIP that was staring me down so she came out.... Queen of The Fairies by Passione Ricamo I did a little on her on sunday and realized just how much I love her! So she'll be out and stitched in my version of a loose rotation!!!!!

I've seen a lot of the Nashville releases but nothing jumped out at me which is a good thing actually and then I saw this... Quaker Gone Tropic by Michelle Ink. I just sat and stared at it and fell in love with it! I love the whimsy of it!!!! So when my LNS called and told me about the Nashville preview tonight for their "Bird Club" of which I am a member I innocently asked if they had acquired it at Nashville and they did so they are holding one for me.....I wanted to go to the preview but feel I should still be resting! I may go in on monday since I have the week off!!!!!

I am grateful for my niece feeling better and my wonderful husband......

May your needle fly through your fabric.........

New Beginnings!

Happy Happy New Year all!!!! I have been planning this post all day so here goes!!!!!

First I have to say that I am loving Paperback Swap

Which is listed in my sidebar! I am in the process of mailing out nine books and my first is on the way to me. I may never need to go to a bookstore again!!! Check it out if you like!

I worked New Years Day so just managed to get one thread in my new start but it was started so that is what truly matters! I started NC Holly Pixie......after much debate she won out! Here are two pix... and Iam really enjoying her and the fabric is making her pop! I joined a SAL for a bit of motivation and friendship started by Kathy A. and the new blog is Stitch A Mirabilia . So go take a peek if you like and if you want to join contact Kathy A.

Next is my updated Cinderella sampler and I will post the designer soon...it's downstairs and I'm upstairs......

and . She is halfway done now and I am so loving stitching her!!!!! Even on 36count she just flows......

May I also add that there is a new Nora Corbett called Nora's Alphabet out there and exclusive that can be seen here at Cross My Heart Ltd . and yes I am planning on adding her to my stash. Although after her I am considering getting on the stash wagon...but then when the new NC letters come out what to do??????

I am grateful for new starts and choices........

Oh and yesterday was my all time favorite authors birthday...J.R.R. Tolkien 1/4/1892. Happy Birthday Mr. Tolkien and thank you for giving me many hours of reading pleasure!!!!

Beware enabling post.....

Well at first I was just going to tease you with one or two new pictures but I got carried away..... So here goes the newest Nora Corbett Couture Pixies..... Aren't they beautiful....I need more time to actually stitch them though....
Meet Holly
and Jasmine And I can't remember posting Mirabella Bluebeard's Princess Another beauty.........And I really I mean really want to stitch Autumn in my Garden I just love those pumpkins!!!! I acquired this little cutie a week or so ago by Lavender Wings a santa ...I think his name is -----long legs but I have to check on that
There are more to be sure such as Nora's new letters I just love the "G' and will have to do her for my dear goddaughter but can't seem to find the picture of her. Oh well I hope you enjoyed this enabling filled post. I am off to feed the dog and stitch whilst watching a movie........

I am grateful for all my stitching time but need no want more time.......don't we all though

One last post or two in one day

Hi again. Just one more post before work and leaving for NY....Did every one see the newest pixies......if not here they are!!!!! Iris
and Morning Glory
Thanks for visiting and see you all next week...oh and I had a new start today.....details next week when I return!

I am grateful for friends......

CdC update and What's this???

I just felt like posting today! I am feeling much better and worked the last 2 days. I have just today off and will work the next 2 days. Then to New York next week!!!!!! The migraine finally left after 5 days and it's amazing not to have head pain or the fogginess that always always follows. Thanks for all of your well wishes! I truly believe they helped me to feel better!

I have a CdC update to share ....it feels like this page is just working up reallly fast! And then I only have 2 pages left!!! I am enjoying this project more and more everyday! I am thrilled it called my name a few weeks ago and I listened!!!!!! Here is CdC The fabric is actually much lighter IRL . It's Silvery moon 32 ct linen!

I was on the Mirabilia Stitchers the other day and someone kindly posted about a new design by Nora Corbett!!!!! It is coming in the Sept 2008 issue of Cross Stitch and Needlework magazine. Here is the Trick or Treat Fairy She is a beauty and I've already placed my order for the magazine at SP!!!!! I love Halloween and pumpkins and that time of year the most!!!!!! I even got married the friday before Halloween 3 years ago!!!!! It wasn't a theme wedding but my table centerpieces were pumpkins with flowers. The pumpkins were the actual vases!!!!!! I have always loved pumpkins!!!!! I am rambling so let me get back to stitching and laundry!

I am grateful for Nora and her wonderful designs.....

The Star Returns

Hello all! I am happy to report a great Pilates workout today....my third this week! And to make it even better I mastered or shall we say remastered the Star position Mine didn't look quite so perfect but I'm working on it!!! I haven't been able to do it since my surgery in January but today was the day!!!!! I was thrilled as was my instructor!!!!!! My core is getting stronger and I can do more. It makes me confident and empowered (I love that word). On to stitching........

I am now the proud owner of Nora's Letter C !!!!! It will be for one of my nieces...she knows who she is!!!! I just have to find the perfect fabric......time to explore my stash! I am planning to do the letters C, M, K, G (and J for me) as they come out as belated Bridal gifts for my bridal party...it's an idea I've had for a while and at first I was going to do M-designs letters but then Nora stole my heart with her letters.

Next is PR's Fairy Celebration 3.... And here is my progress so far She is being done on PTPlus Kermit 32ct linen with a wonderful purple overdyed from Threadworks!!! I am loving stitching her. A bold color combo but it looks so beautiful!!! I will do FC2 next which is already kitted! And as an FYI Fairy Day is June 24th so let's get our wings ready and celebrate these wonderful beings!!!!!

Next is an update on Cirque...I finished the 3rd page in what seemed like record time.....

This week was week 3 of SP anniversary sale and they had fabric on sale so I managed a few pieces and also 3 scissor fobs (not on sale but what the hey!) from My Big Toe trunk show. A mermaid a castle and Cinderella.....pics next post..........Next week is threads on sale...... Oh and I got a new chart (no surprise there) by Willow Hill Samplings called Cinderella Sampler. I have the perfect fabric (from my stash) and will pick up the threads next week during the sale. I couldn't resist...my sister's nickname for me was Cinderella....I'll explain in a future post. And will add a picture as well of the chart! She will be my next start...

Thanks for stopping by and visiting with me!!!!

I am grateful for the time I had with my sister and my memories..........

Where oh where.....

I have no idea why I haven't posted except to say that I have been stitching! I feel better the migraines have been minimal although I have one now but I will not let it win. I will nap after posting this. I hope all is well with everyone and want to start by saying Thank You for all of the lovely comments that I have received!!! I so appreciate them!!!!!!!

I did start The Tower of Stoney Wood!!! And I am loving it!!!!! And Fairy moon is coming along. I picked up Cirque on friday when a friend was over and have been focusing on it. I told you I was stitching a lot! I have 2 friends that I work with and they happen to stitch as well so we do impromptu get togethers. And I am happy to say they have both joined the wednesday stitching group at SP!!!!! Speaking of SP they are having their 5th anniversary with a month long celebration!!! Each week is a new sale during June. This week was charts!!!! I got another HAED that I have been eyeing for a while. I also got my first Chatelaine.......aren't you happy Deb !!! Along with one other one by LHN!!!!! I will post pictures most likely tomorrow.....

We have a group of us within the stitching group that are reading Jane Austen as a read along and we had our first luncheon yesterday!!!! We had such fun!!!! On another note I watched Capote with Philip Seymour Hoffman as Truman Capote all I can say is wow!!! I loved every minute and PSH was spectacular! I went out and bought a copy of In Cold Blood...I have never read it and am looking forward to starting it maybe tonight! Not a light read but I've been meaning to read it since last summer so here goes......

And for anyone who hasn't seen the new Nora Corbett Fairy Letters ...Here they are .....A, B, and C.....I had planned to do Mdesigns Celtic letters for my nieces and SIL as a belated thank you gift for sharing my wedding day as bridesmaids and best woman but now I plan to do these!!!!! I have the C on order and of course the J for myself when it comes out!!! Thank you again Nora for such lovely patterns to cross stitch.

I am grateful for my love of counted cross stitch......

Oh My Word......

I need to say that I am thoroughly exhausted but really wanted to post so here I am!!! Work was tough this weekend all 3 days we were short by 1 nurse and it was aggravating...but today was better and in the long run I'm glad I went in and didn't call out as previously planned. I really need to save my time since we are having company in April and to say I'm thrilled is an understatement!!!! It's DH's brother and wife and nephew!!! My SIL is more like a sister to me!!!!! And they have never been here in the 5 years we have lived here so it will be fun!!!!!

I have stitched but no pics to show....I promise some soon. I finished my first SB Fear Not! It was a small one and in attempt to get the horn perfect I broke it...But with the magic of a bit of glue you can hardly tell so it's off to the framer's tomorrow!!!! I forgot to mention that I introduced a friend and relatively new stitcher to the wednesday group and it was fun!!!!! The ladies are so very friendly and welcoming! We must keep our art alive and prospering!!!!!

I have seen this pattern on many blogs and I fell in love with it ..... I do believe in Hope and the necessity of hope in our everyday life!!! I found it after emailing Mary Kathryn and she promptly replied and now it's ordered and I'm so happy! I truly love the simplicity of the design and the message of hope and it comes with the threads and pins......my first pinkeep finish????? If you love it as well here's the link . And as an added bonus 10% of the proceeds go to breast cancer charities......

And I ask you how did these lovely designs get by me and the reason for the post title.... and !!!!! They are so beautiful and a bit more sophisticated from the other Couture Pixies. And oh wait I truly thought there were supposed to be only six and now there are eight!!! Not that I'm counting or disappointed on the contrary I'm thrilled!!!! Of course they are on order at SP for me I called today!!!!! Just couldn't wait till tomorrow!!!!

I'm grateful for wonderful cross stitch designs to stitch and the creative designers........and my wednesday stitching group....