Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Autumn Stitching

We've been having beautiful Autumn days here in the Midwest. Perfect days to stitch for season. One of my favorite designs (and there are many) is Beggars Night by the wonderful Nan Lewis. 


I asked the ladies at the Dyeing To Stitch shop in Virginia Beach to kit it up for me and they sent me the most beautiful piece of Abecedarian fabric, along with the fibers and trim. I love everything about this design, but the white pumpkin made it a "must stitch" for me.


I was fortunate enough to take a trip up to the Country Sampler shop in Spring Green, Wisconsin, with my stitching buddies this past weekend. They all have a wonderful eye for fabric and helped me chose the backing for this design. They also always seem to manage to find something fun with a crow design on it for me. Thanks guys!!!






I belong to the Ladies Prim Society through the Dyeing To Stitch Shop and was fortunate enough to win a give away.  A scissor fob personally stitched by Ann. The fob matches one of Nan Lewis' pin keeps that was designed for the club.  I was just thrilled. It's just so beautifully stitched and finished. Thank you again, Ann!


Thank you so much for taking the time to view my blog. It's always so much fun sharing this fantastic obsession we all have!!!

Linda

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30 comments:

  1. LittlebitSeptember 25, 2013 at 2:44 PM

    Your stitching is always beautiful! Love the little trunk with the crows, and your scissors fob is stunning!

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  2. UnknownSeptember 25, 2013 at 2:45 PM

    So happy you liked the fob. I had fun stitching it for you!

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  3. MargaretSeptember 25, 2013 at 3:36 PM

    Ah, what a beautiful finish! I really need to get this design -- love it! Love that crow box you found at Country Sampler too. And lucky you to win that fob! It's gorgeous!

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  4. BethSeptember 25, 2013 at 3:42 PM

    Love the white pumpkin and the crow box too.

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  5. LauraSeptember 25, 2013 at 4:02 PM

    You finished!!! Good job! It looks gorgeous and will be great with that fabric on the back and propped up in the new crow box. Now aren't you glad you got it???? Hmmmm???? Your new scissor fob is exquisite!!! Okay, now when do we go again?

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  6. MyraSeptember 25, 2013 at 5:36 PM

    Gorgeous stitching! I love this design too. Wow! That fob is wonderful...congratulations on your win.

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  7. FayeSeptember 25, 2013 at 6:32 PM

    I read about the great "Girls outing" on another blog..... What fun!! Ad the crow box was a must have for you! You'd regretted not getting it~ Seeing your finished stitched piece by Threadwork Primitives definitely makes me want it on my wish list!!! Great job~

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  8. valerieSeptember 25, 2013 at 8:41 PM

    Gorgeous finish! I am really loving this design from Nan. I've been seeing it all over blogland. Congrats on your scissor fob win. It's so sweet!

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  9. DeborahSeptember 25, 2013 at 8:54 PM

    Read about your great outing! Looked liked everyone had the best time. Love Beggars Night.

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  10. ChrisSeptember 26, 2013 at 3:02 AM

    I love this design so much! The white pumpkin is fabulous!
    Great backing fabric. What a wonderful fob!

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  11. DawnSeptember 26, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    Wonderful piece, it's on my to do list. What a lovely win, very pretty fob. Love the crow box to.

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  12. Mii StitchSeptember 26, 2013 at 4:34 AM

    What a beautiful stitching!! Great design full of neat little crosses :)

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  13. Nan ~ Threadwork PrimitivesSeptember 26, 2013 at 4:44 AM

    Hey Linda. Your girls stitching weekend looked like lots of fun. Saw the pics on Laura's blog and I'm jealous. I want to go:)))
    So glad you had fun stitching Beggar's Night and the backing fabric the girls helped you pick is perfect. It looks marvelous, as does your new box. I love crows too, can you tell? Really glad you like your fob too and you've attached it to such a pretty pair of scissors. Looks great.
    Always love seeing what your up to. Hugs, Nan

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  14. CristinaSeptember 26, 2013 at 6:06 AM

    Lovely design! I like it alls of Threadwork too ^^
    Hugs!

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  15. BekcaSeptember 26, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    Beautiful stitching, congrats on such a lovely finish :)

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  16. KristaSeptember 26, 2013 at 11:01 AM

    Love it! A wonderful new finish and perfect for the season!

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  17. BrendaSSeptember 26, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    Linda -- WOO HOO -- you finished it! It looks beautiful and will go so well with your "Crowe" box!!! Aren't you glad you got it?? I love the scissor fob that Ann stitched for you -- so beautiful!

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  18. dixiesamplarSeptember 26, 2013 at 1:06 PM

    Love the finish on Nan's design...isn't she so creative??!! And your win from Ann is lovely!

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  19. woolwomanSeptember 26, 2013 at 3:16 PM

    It's always so much fun to see what you are stitching and finishing Linda. Nice that you won a giveaway of that pretty fob. Enjoy ! Melody

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  20. LoisSeptember 27, 2013 at 1:56 AM

    What a lovely finish Linda! I've seen this one popping up all over the place and it's just lovely. The box you picked for it is perfect! What a nice giveaway win too!

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  21. CarolSeptember 27, 2013 at 4:36 AM

    Oh, how pretty! I just bought this one myself, Linda--not sure I'll get to it this year, though. The white pumpkin is perfect! Your scissor fob from Ann is so lovely, too :)

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  22. AnonymousSeptember 27, 2013 at 10:14 AM

    Gorgeous piece!

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  23. KaySeptember 27, 2013 at 10:31 AM

    This design is just beautiful, and I love the white pumpkin.

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  24. KarolineSeptember 27, 2013 at 1:30 PM

    Wonderful finish, congratulations

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  25. Charlene ♥ NCSeptember 28, 2013 at 5:51 AM

    Lovely finish, and the backing and box are just perfect! Pretty gift winning, too!

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  26. Vonna PfeifferSeptember 28, 2013 at 6:27 AM

    I read all about your stitching retreat :) JEALOUS!! ;) but in a really good way!
    I love your Beggar's Night...and after seeing yours just now, it pushed me over the edge. Yes, my finger got clicky and soon it will be heading my way! The backing fabric...perfect!
    Love your prim win and you are the most deserving of all!
    And your Crow Chest...perfect!

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  27. BrigitteSeptember 29, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    Beggar's Night is such a lovely finish stitched with terrific colours.

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  28. GritOctober 2, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    Congratulation to your wonderful finish.

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  29. diamondcOctober 10, 2013 at 7:12 AM

    Sounds like you have many lovely friends, I love your stitching and the box is lovely, the scissor fob is adorable.
    Catherine

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  30. Jo who can't think of a clever nicknameOctober 10, 2013 at 9:04 AM

    I love the close-ups, your stitching is so neat and even! Beautiful.

    I saw these and thought of you too. Technically they are ravens not crows but I won't tell if you don't!
    http://blueribbondesigns.blogspot.co.uk/2013/10/bats-cats-and-ravens.html

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