Christmas in July for Joan

I heard from Joan yesterday that she received her HoE Christmas in July exchange. It was sent late, but I knew that Joan would understand.

I chose "Wish Upon A Star" by Barbara Ana Designs, and made an ornament. It is stitched on 28ct. Natural Cashel Linen with DMC Floss as charted. It is very cute and I knew that Joan would like it.


I also sent Joan a few goodies.


When Joan called she sounded very excited--I was glad. I think she misses her stitching friends since moving to Aberdeen.

HoE Christmas in July Exchange Received

I am very excited to be the lucky recipient of Marie's Christmas in July exchange from the Hooked on Exchanging blog.

Marie stitched me the most beautiful ornament, it is a Heart in Hand design, "Wee Santa 2004".


I know this picture does not do this justice. It is so beautifully stitched and finished.

Marie also checked my wishlist and hit it good. She sent me my favorite needles, variations threads, pins, Christmas fabrics, tassels, notecards and some threads and ribbons for my "pink stitches".


I cannot thank Marie enough for this beautiful exchange. I am so touched when people send me supplies for my pink stitches. It means so much to me. I love everything Marie sent me.

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!