Happy 2024!

 Happy 2024!  While waiting for the new year, I'll continue crocheting a scarf to coordinate with a previous knitted hat.  

With the help of a local yarn shop (LYS) a lovely coordinating merino wool was found. There was not enough hat yarn remaining to make a match. Despite having a mild December, I would like to be prepared for when the cold winds blow. The cold sharp wind doesn't feel as bitter when the neck is warm. Pattern was found on etsy and is coming along nicely once the foundation single crochet (147 stitches) was accomplished.

The recent handstitched project was completed and given in time for Christmas.  Since we are not entertaining tonight or tomorrow, it's the perfect relaxed day to join Kathy and her Slow Sunday Stitchers.  May you all have a blessed New Year!

Jill

The Sequined Skater

Today I am finishing up a handmade Christmas ornament from a vintage Bucilla kit. White sequins will be added to her muff and coat trim. Next the wool/rayon felt pieces will be stitched together then stuffed for a 3-D effect and a hanging loop added. Yeap, it's a last-minute gift which should have been finished earlier. It feels good to be back joining other Slow Stitchers at Kathy's Quilts!

May you have a Blessed Christmas!

Jill

Our Winterberry Bushes

Although I would love to pick them for Christmas decorations,

the berries will be saved for the birdies

when Michigan weather turns harsh.

Slow Sunday Stitching

The cross stitch coronation keepsake is stitched. Next is the fun part (not) on how to finish it. A beautiful purple tone-on-tone cotton (I shall call it royal purple) was purchased from my local quilt store.  I may add a second border of faux red velvet which was fortunately in my stash.  

Pattern by Helen Phillips on etsy

For Slow Sunday Stitching with Kathy, I hope to finish stitching Augusta which is where the Masters golf tournament is held. I would like to finish the azalea with silk ribbon. A few practice petals are in upper left corner.

I wish the silk ribbon was bit pinker and less rose color, yet, it'll do.  For example, the bright pink azalea that are in full bloom.  

This past week I spotted through the window and blinds the first hummingbird of the season.  A treat!  The best part is this hummer was sipping its natural food.

To all Mom's, may you have a good day!

Jill

Coronation Cross Stitch Part 2

Watching the Coronation was wonderful! I was up before the chickens to watch the ceremony and the royal procession.  

In the evening, I attended a local ice show which was awesome as well. The neon colors were almost as bright as the royal carriage.

Today, I shall be finishing up the Coronation cross stitch while joining others at Kathy’s Slow Sunday stitching link. 

The project was started last week and although not finished for my self-imposed deadline, it’s coming along. The crown will be the finale (-;

Jill

Coronation Cross Stitch

A few weeks ago I came across a wonderful quick and easy cross stitch project commemorating King Charles' coronation. Admittedly, I'm an anglophile (England admirer). After purchasing the supplies and preparing the aida cloth (prewash & press), I've finally begun this project while joining others at Kathy's Slow Sunday Stitching. Oh my, less than a week to go!

Pattern by Helen Phillips, purchased on Etsy at HelenPhilippsDesigns

May this blog and friends keep me accountable on finishing it by or on May 6th!

Jill