Monday, April 25, 2011

Fair Squares and a Finish

I participated in Round #23 of the Fair Square. My partner was Kim. Here are the squares I stitched for her.



This designed is part of a larger design by Midnight Stitching called, A Quaker Floral. The fiber is a Thread Gatherer Silk 'N Colors "Spring Froche".


I received my squares that Kim stitched and the are just stunning. I know this picture won't do it justice.



These are so beautiful...I just love them. The peacock was a freebie at www.BirdCrossStitch.com, the letters and the little peacock came from Homespun Sampler's "Pollygaton" and "Patience". The fibers used are GAST Avocado and Dried Thyme; WDW Mulberry and Grape Ice; and Kreinik #4 #5740 and #015. PLUS Swavorski crystals. I took a closer up photo to give you a better idea.


I am trying to figure out what kind of finish to do for these. I want them so I can look at them! Thank you Kim!


And here is my new finish...




Hardanger Basket
carpacar.blogspot.com
28 ct. linen from stash
#8 and #12 DMC Perle #712, #8 DMC Perle #3041
and #12 Valdani Color P10
Date Stitching Started: 4/5/2011
Date Stitching Finished: 4/25/2011
Date Finished Completely: 4/25/2011


This was so fun. I hadn't done any Hardanger in quite awhile. It was good to get back into it.

Thanks for visiting. Have a great day!

JillMN

9 comments:

Deb said...

Your squares both stitched and received and wonderful. But that basket - how beautiful is that. I'm sure that there was so much work involved with it (I've only done a little Hardanger), so you must be thrilled to have it finished. It's wonderful.

geeky Heather said...

WOW! I thought the peacock was stunning, but the hardanger basket is FABULOUS!!! Congratulations on such a beautiful finish, it's fantastic!

Kathy A. said...

Wow, that peacock square is stunning Jill. What perfect gift for you.
Your squares are quite lovely.
You did an amazing job on the hardanger basket.

Karen said...

The squares are gorgeous, but that hardanger basket is just amazing! Gorgeous work Jill!

Karen said...

Love your squares! our hardanger basket is just beautiful.... that is a great finish.

Laurie in Iowa said...

Your hardanger basket is so pretty. Congrats on your finish.

aprilmecheelesdulllife said...

All the stitching is so beautiful !!! I have never done hardanger. I am scared to cut the fabric. lol

BrendaS said...

Your hardanger basket is just EXQUISITE:)))) Congratulations to you!

Stitchy Mc Floss said...

Your stitching is so pretty. I am just blown away by the beautiful basket. :)