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Into The Ark ~ Stitched by Anna J. ~ Melbourne, Australia
Anna stitched her piece for a niece's baptism. She used European linen and DMC 3777 and added the kangaroo to give an Australian touch (designing her own kangaroo from Australian road signs). Her son gave her the idea to place the animals next to their corresponding letter - e.g. "C for cat" but it was not always possible. I love how Anna made this design her own - and what a lovely stitched treasure for her niece!




Halloween Wishes ~ Stitched by Denise M. ~ Berkeley, CA
What a unique and creative idea! Denise stitched her Halloween Wishes as a bellpull....and I am absolutely certain this image does not do it justice. Here are some of the details she sent me:
It is stitched on 32 count fabric.  She personalized the bellpull in the center around a headstone, by placing her initials on the left side and "BOO!" on the right side...and the headstone is inscribed with the years 2008 and 2009 (the year she started and the year she finished the project) - she also added an alphabet, as she wanted it to look somewhat like a sampler. Silver bat charms were added to give her piece even more character. The sides were sewn using a blanket stitch to mimic the Frankenstein scar. Finally, she found a creepy looking branch, trimmed it, and attached the project....then took Kreinik silver #4 braid - tied it to part of a branch and wounded it around like the beginnings of a spider web, then attached a silver spider charm. This is a "spooktacular" interpretation of the design - thank you for sharing your work Denise!
To read Denise's stitching blog visit: http://www.thestitchinghippo.blogspot.com/

 

Red Velvet Inscription Sampler ~ Stitched by Merrilyn M. ~ Ankeny, IA
Merrilyn stitched her sampler on 40-count linen (Lambswool) with
HDF Vikki Clayton Silks (Examplar Crushed Berry)
A photo does not do this piece justice - it is gorgeous! I watched Merrilyn's progress
on this piece from start to finish....and it was a pleasure...absolutely beautiful.

 

Red Velvet Building Blocks ~ Stitched by Kathy ~ Severn, MD
How cool is this??! Kathy stitched Red Velvet Building blocks as a birth sampler, personalizing the center.
She stitched her piece on 32-count off-white linen with one strand of Silk 'N Colors (Mauveberry).
Kathy - your work is inspiring - what a special treasure for your granddaughter!
To see more of Kathy's beautiful stitching: http://community.webshots.com/user/kmyonts

 

Into the Ark ~ Stitched by Sylvie ~ France
Sylvie used Thread Gatherer ~ Autumn Twilight on Jobelan 40 count fabric...and translated
the verse. I just love this interpretation - well done Sylvie!!

 

Alphabet Zoo ~ Stitched by Patti G. ~ Bangor, ME
Patti's Alphabet Zoo was stitched on 18-count Fiddler's cloth with 935 DMC floss.
I am thrilled to see this design completed - and in such a short amount of time
(she just started it on 02/15/09) - Thank you for sharing your finish with us Patti - well done!

Red Velvet Inscription Sampler ~ Stitched by Lisa ~ Georgia, USA
Lisa stitched her Red Velvet with Gentle Art Sampler Threads (Brethren Blue).
Wonderful work Lisa!

Heart of Gold ~ Stitched by Mary T. ~ Ames, IA, USA
Mary switched the the two red colors (to make her large hearts Bing Cherry) and
incorporated an additional band instead of her initials and the year. Great job!

Valentine Wishes ~ Stitched by Gabi ~ Australia
Gabi finished her "Valentine Wishes" as a Fold Up - isn't is adorable?! - I just love this finishing technique (so much so, that I had to show you several different angles)! She used 28 count hand-dyed Jobelan and Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Beautiful! To see more of Gabi's lovely work, visit her inspirational blog: http://ladyofthefloss.blogspot.com/

 

Black Velvet Inscription Sampler ~ Stitched by Janet H. ~ Ringgold, GA 
Janet Stitched her inscription sampler on Gray Flannel fabric with Hand Dyed Fibers (blue) and Rainbow Gallery (blue bamboo) floss. Lovely!!

 

Indian Summer Sampler ~ Stitched by Joanne ~ United Kingdom
Joanne used 28ct Tea-dyed Monaco and DMC threads ~  she removed the American football
and the pilgrim hat, replacing them with an extra heart and apple.  The owl and the rabbit
used a combination of one strand each of the two browns to give it a mottled appearance.
Well done Joanne!

 

Tiny Trees and Gifts for Thee ~ Stitched by Sue (redwitch)~ Wales, United Kingdom
Sue's lovely Tiny Trees is stitched on 40count tea dyed fabric with the recommended threads
and has several changes - she subbed a robin for the cardinal (as they don't have them in Wales),
a snowflake for the skate, and 'Wish' for 'Joy'. Wonderful job Sue!
Visit Sue's blog at: http://rosieredwitchsretreat.blogspot.com/

 

Red Velvet Inscription Sampler ~ Stitched by Rhonda B. ~ Auburn, Indiana
Rhonda stitched her masterpiece with Gloriana Silk (Autumn Arbor) on Silkweaver Golden Promise 25ct Lugana...OVER ONE! Beautiful job Rhonda!!

 

A Star on Top ~ Stitched by Anna S. ~ Poland
Anna used her choice of over-dyed threads on Silkweaver fabric.
I absolutely adore Anna's fun and unique finishing ideas - take a look at her very creative blog!
http://annas-this-and-that.blogspot.com/

 

Expression of Gratitude ~ Stitched by Robin B. ~ Madison, Virginia
Robin used 32-count Khaki linen (from Sassy's Fabrics) and the Crescent Colours Belle Soie silks.
Beautiful job Robin!

 

Into The Ark ~ Stitched by Marita I. ~ Dortmund, Germany
What a unique version of "Into The Ark"! Marita used black floss on
Cotton with Clouds (light blue) fabric - except for the colored rainbow.
Instead of the alphabet, she placed the following words vertically:
Arche = ark
Noah = Noah
Regenbogen = rainbow
Zwei = two
Taube = dove

 

Acorns and Owls ~ Stitched by Lemon_iro ~ Kawasaki-city, Japan
I just love this needlebook - finished with a pearly button and polka dot fabric!
For many lovely photos, you must visit her fantastic blog:
http://hmrycedar.exblog.jp/

 

Into The Ark ~ Stitched by Jodi B. (Wisconsin, USA) and Ilse S. (Germany) ~
Finishing by Kathy N. (Alberta, Canada) ~ Gift for Dane B (Germany)
I just love this unique finish with a wonderful story behind it!
Jodi sent me this interesting story: “I have a good friend in Germany, Dane, who collects Noah's Ark charts and she had told me that her very favorite one was "Into the Ark" so I choose to stitch that for her birthday. I knew her favorite color is blue and I knew I wanted to have it made into a wall-hanging with a beaded trim, so I first found a beaded trim that I liked. Then I went to the quilt shop and found a batik to match and picked out Silkweaver's 'Baby Blue' fabric and a Carrie's Thread that went with it.
I stitched half of it and then sent it to Germany where another friend of Dane's (named Ilse) finished it up - then we had my finisher in Canada make it into the wall-hanging so really 3 of us worked on it.”
Now just how cool is that?! ~ What a fabulous stitching story!!
Read Dane's Blog: http://danesnadelwelt.blogspot.com/
Read Kathy's Blog: http://dragonxser.wordpress.com/
Check out Jodi and her father's family business: http://www.bloomwoodworks.com/
(beautiful hand crafted wooden thread keepers and needlework items)

 

A Christmas Wish (JCS Ornament Issue 2006) ~ Stitched by Renee H.
Renee stitched her lovely ornament on 32-count Cafe Au Lait from Sassy's Fabbys.
Nice job Renee!!

 

Stitches, Stars, and Stripes ~ Stitched by Mary G. ~ suburbs of Chicago, IL
Mary's beautiful summer finish is stitched on
40 count Alabaster with Crescent Colours cotton floss.

 

A Wish for Hope and Peace (JCS Ornament Issue 2007) ~ Stitched by Shari B. ~ Warsaw, IN
Another great finish by Shari! To read more about Shari's stitching visit her blog at:
http://www.sharissharings.blogspot.com/

 

Acorns and Owls ~ Stitched by Carol D. ~ United Kingdom
How adorable is Carol's trinket tray/bon bon dish?!
It is stitched with Gentle Art Sampler Thread on 40ct Light Espresso R & R Linen.
To see more of Carol's beautiful work visit
her blog: http://www.justcarolsplace.blogspot.com/
her website: http://www.justcarol.co.uk/

 

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched By Shari B. ~ Warsaw, IN
Shari's Alphabet Tree stitched with Carrie's Wildflowers floss on Lugana (Bone) over 1
and made into a floss ring tag. Too cute!
Visit Shari's blog: http://www.sharissharings.blogspot.com/

 

Acorns and Owls ~ Stitched by Sally W. ~ United Kingdom
Sally stitched her "Acorns and Owls" as a pinkeep/scissor pocket - she used DMC threads.
Isn't this an adorable idea?! - I just love it!
Check out Sally's fabulous blog: http://stitchingplace.blogspot.com/

 

Enjoy Your Time ~ Stitched by Julie M. ~ Canberra, Australia
Julie stitched her piece on 28 count Cashel (Platinum) and used Needle Necessities 116.
Great job Julie!

 

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched By Susan O. ~ Rochester, NY
Susan stitched her Alphabet Tree for a bridal shower gift topper - she added the couples initials and
year married on the front and stitched a piece with hearts and her initials for the back.
Susan's piece is stitched on 18ct Fiddlers Cloth/Oatmeal with Needle Necessities 1411.
A wonderful gift idea!!

 

Recently the needleworkers at the Jayne's Attic Stitch & Stash Forum used one of my retired complimentary patterns for their monthly stitching challenge...and the results were amazing...what a talented group of stitchers (and finishers)! The next eight submissions are photos from their challenge.

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched by Christine W. ~ Cornwall, England
Christine's needleroll was stitched with Carrie's Creations (Irish Kiss) on pale blue evenweave.
Lovely finish (and garden) Christine!

 

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched by Julie S. ~ Leicester, England
Julie made her Alphabet Tree into a beautiful pin pillow with a twisted cord edge.

 

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched by Carol D. ~ United Kingdom
I absolutely ADORE Carol's pin cushion! It is stitched with Gentle Art Sampler Thread (Gingersnap) on 40ct Light Espresso R & R Linen and the tassels with made with DMC 3858.
To see more of Carol's beautiful work (and additional photos of this pin cushion) visit her blog: http://www.justcarolsplace.blogspot.com/

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched by Dusty S ~Vernon, CT
Dusty stitched the Alphabet Tree on 30ct Morano with Needle Necessities thread #192 ~ then attached it to a pre-made tote bag using grograin ribbon and decorative buttons - very creative!

 

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched by Barbara B. ~ Dorset, England
Barbara used the Alphabet Tree to personalize an address book ~ she used vintage belfast 32-count linen and a wildflower thread by the Caron Collection. Is this ingenious or what?! Great idea.

 

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched by Lisa B. ~ Fife, Scotland
Lisa's beuatiful pinkeep was stitched on stitched on 28-count pale blue Brittany,
using Caron Collection Wildflowers and DMC threads. Lovely finish Lisa!

 

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched by Karan ~ N Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Karan used 28ct cream Brittney fabric & Kaalund silk thread (Silky Oak) and finished it as a mattress pin cushion. She edged her piece with ribbon and decorated it with pearly beads. On the back of the piece she stitched the central tree motif & borders but added her parents initials & the years they passed away, making it a memorial piece. What a LOVELY treasure!

 

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched by Sally W. ~ United Kingdom
Sally's piece is stitched on14 count Aida fabric she coffee dyed herself, using a DMC variegated thread.
She finished it off as a bon bon dish - what a clever idea!!
Check out Sally's Blog: http://stitchingplace.blogspot.com/

 

With All Your Heart ~ Stitched by Connie S. ~ Rogers, AR
Thank you Connie for your lovely finish photos!

 

With All Your Heart ~ Stitched by Julie S. ~ Leicester, England
Julie sent me these photos of her beautifully finished eight-cornered pin pillow and scissor fob!

 

Acorns and Owls ~ Stitched By Shari B. ~ Warsaw, IN
Acorns and Owls stitched with Gentle Art Sampler Threads on
Lugana Opalescent dyed by Sassy's Fabby's (Fall Leaves).
To read more about these and see other finishes by Shari, visit her blog: http://www.sharissharings.blogspot.com/

 

A Friend Indeed and Crowned Heart ~ Stitched by Martine L. ~ Paris, France
Beautiful finishing ~ I love both these ideas ~ thank you Martine!

 

Happy Home ~ Stitched by Robin B. ~ Madison, Virginia
Robin stitched her beautiful piece with Crescent Colours
on 32 count Vintage Maritime White linen from Lakeside Linens.

 

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched by Debbie
Debbie used Silkweavers 32 count Pink Quartz fabric and
Needle Necessities #196 Renaisance.

 

Alphabet Tree & A Christmas Wish of Health and Happiness ~ Stitched by Sally W. ~ United Kingdom
Sally used 32-count Lugana (Mocha) and Gentle Arts Sampler Threads (Bubblegum)
~ her "Alphabet Tree" was made into an adorable pinkeep for a friend's birthday.
A Christmas Wish was stitched with Gentle Art Sampler Threads and DMC on
28 count Quaker Bantry (Biscuit) and finished with a beaded edge.
See more of Sally's stitching inspiration: http://stitchingplace.blogspot.com/

 

Red Letter Ornaments and Christmas Wishes Vol. 3 ~ Stitched by Maria ~ Asturias, Spain
Maria stitched the three "Red Letter Ornaments" on Lugana fabric that she dyed with tea; she stitched the "Christmas Wishes" ornament on Beige Lugana. Beautiful!!
To see more of Maria's wonderful work, along with more photos of these ornaments (including personalization on the back sides), visit her blog: http://eltallerdemaria.blogspot.com/

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched by Esperanza L.~ Spain
I just love the colors of this special pinkeep!
Visit Esperanza's Blog: http://baulpuntox.blogspot.com/

 

"Red Letter Ornaments" and "A Christmas Wish" ~ Stitched by Anna S. ~ Poland
I absolutely love Anna's fun and unique finishing ideas!
To see more of Anna's work and creativity visit her blog: http://annas-this-and-that.blogspot.com/




Into The Ark ~ Stitched by Marilyn M ~ Illinois
Marilyn stitched her piece on 28ct Cashel Raw Linen with Weeks Dye Works Navy.
She used kangaroo charms in place of the serpents...she also adapted the border and
stitched the area behind the kangaroo charms to make them show up better. Lovely!!

 

Red Velvet Inscription Sampler ~ Stitched by Carole W. ~ California
Carole personalized the center and used the full-size "M" and "N" on either side.
Her adaptation is stitched on 40-count Newcastle Linen (Cream) with Gloriana Silk (Cranberry)
and NPS (759 Range) for the "initial" part of each block, just so they'd stand out a bit!
Beautiful job Carole!

 

A Christmas Wish ~ Stitched By Vivi ~ France
Vivi finished her piece as a flat ornament with red and green cord - beautiful!
Visit Vivi's fabulous blog: http://argone.over-blog.com

 

Red Letter Ornaments ~ Stitched by Anita D. ~ Houston, Texas
Anita adapted one of the Red Letter Ornaments into a holiday scissor fob!
She added beads and a small reindeer charm to the back.
The little red jingle bells are the perfect finishing touch!
For more inspiration, visit Anita's Stitching Blog: http://anitas-stitching-addiction.blogspot.com/

 

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched by Annie B. ~ Chevy Chase, MD
Here is another adorable idea - Annie finished her
Alphabet Tree as a little birth announcement. What a wonderful idea!!

 

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched by Mare P. ~ New Jersey
Mare stitched this LOVELY needlebook for a stitching exchange using
“Alphabet Tree” for the cover ~ what a BEAUTIFUL gift!
I am absolutely positive this piece is even more perfect in person!
Color choices: Anchor Floss 1325, along with a matching shade of blue on 28-count natural linen.

 

Into The Ark ~ Stitched by Nicole V. ~ France
28ct. Evenweave and French Threads

 

Blessed Are Those Who Gather Here ~ Stitched By Rowena T. ~ Fort Scott, KS

 

A trio of beautifully stitched designs ~ Stitched By Rowena T. ~ Fort Scott, KS
Heart of Gold ~ Stitched on 28 count evenweave ~ Rowena stitched
this design to give as a wedding gift. Lovely!!
“A Friend Indeed” and “A Christmas Wish of Health and Happiness”
“A Christmas Wish...” was adapted by adding charms.

 

My Stitching Nest ~ Stitched by Robin B. ~ Madison, Virginia
Crescent Colours (Black Coffee, Spinach, and Manor Red) on 28 count Vintage Autumn Fields linen.
Great job Robin ~ congratulations on 1st place!
This piece won the blue ribbon in the 28 count category at her county fair.

 

Crowned Heart Scissor Case/Needlebook - Stitched by Akiko ~ Japan
Lovely and useful idea! Visit Akiko's Blog: http://plaza.rakuten.co.jp/0002oss/

 

Indian Summer Sampler ~ Betty P. ~ The Netherlands
Betty's version is stitched on 25 count evenweave.
She added a row to accommodate her initials and the year, along with her own motifs.
Betty also replaced the American football with her own tree and the pilgrim hat with
a bottle of wine (which I love!).

 

*BIG NEWS*: Marc's adaptation of the Red Velvet Inscription Sampler has received a second place ribbon at the 2007 Woodlawn Plantation 44th Needlework Exhibition - a HUGE honor - congratulations Marc!! This exhibition is the largest, longest running and most prestigious needlework show in the United States and will be on display until March 31, 2007 at the Woodlawn Plantation in Mount Vernon, VA.
Red Velvet Inscription Sampler ~ Stitched by Marc ~ Newark, DE
40-ct. Newcastle Linen (Cream) with Gloriana Silk (Cranberry ~ 062).
The center quote is “Two friends for Life” in Latin.

 

A Friend Indeed ~ Stitched by Marie Jo ~ France
Marie Jo changed the verse to read "Home Sweet Home".

 

"Anything Is Possible" ~ stitched by Melissa ~ Anaheim, CA
Melissa used DMC linen thread (L902) on 32-count Lambswool - great choices!

 

“A Christmas Wish of Health and Happiness" ~ Stitched by Anita D. ~ Friendswood, Texas
Anita made some minor changes to the design and used beads as
"ornaments" on the outside trees - well done!

 

A Christmas Wish (2006 JCS Ornament Issue) ~ Stitched by Mindy G.~ Galveston, TX
Lovely Mindy!

 

A Christmas Wish (2006 JCS Ornament Issue) ~ Stitched by Mary Lou G. ~ Overland Park, KS
Stitched on 36-count Legacy by Picture This Plus.
Beautiful stitching and finishing Mary Lou!

 

Stitches, Stars, and Stripes ~ Stitched by Ann N. ~ Scotland
Ann adapted the design into a tea potholder; she stitched it on 30-count Danish linen.
Thanks for the adorable idea Ann!

 

Red Velvet Inscription Sampler ~ Stitched by Suzann P.
Suzann used: Gloriana - Cranberry, Caron Waterlillies - Charcoal,
Thread Gatherer - Dark Forest for the center letters.

 

Alphabet Tree ~ Pinkeep stitched by Maryse ~ Belgium
(Isn't this adorable? - I love this idea! - Thank you Maryse.)

 

Pursue Your Passion ~ Stitched by Robin B. ~ Madison, Virginia
Crescent Colours (Bandana) on 28 count Vintage Country Mocha linen .

 

Blessed Are Those Who Gather Here ~ Stitched by Linda Y. ~ Kansas
Linda adapted the design for a housewarming gift.
Congratulations to Linda ~ she won a red ribbon for this piece at her county fair ~ great job!

 

Valentine Wishes ~ Stitched by Lita H. ~ Santa Cruz, CA
Lita adapted one of the Valentine Wishes to make a paperweight (filling the "pillow" with copper BBs) for a friend who is celebrating her 80th Birthday. Great idea Lita - thanks for sharing!

 

Blessed Are Those Who Gather Here ~ Stitched by Robin B. ~ Madison, Virginia
Crescent Colours on 32 count Sweet Wheat by Woven Workes.
Well done Robin ~ congratulations on 1st place! This piece won the blue ribbon at her county fair.

 

Comfort & Joy ~ Stitched by Harriet A. ~ West Des Moines, IA

 

Crowned Heart ~ Stitched by Colette D. ~ Belgium

 

Crowned Heart ~ Stitched by Ashleigh M. ~ The Netherlands
Visit Ashleigh's wonderful blog!

 

Crowned Heart and Valentine Wishes ornament ~ Stitched by Danielle T. ~ USA
Visit Danielle's wonderful blog!

 

Valentine Wishes - Special piece charted for Needleworker's Haven SAL:

Valentine Wishes ~ Stitched by Linda W. ~ New York

 

Alphabet Tree ~ Stitched by Katie V. ~ France
Stitched for the birth of Clemence : this was a gift for her grandmother.

 

"Alphabet Tree" ~ Stitched by Martine ~ Dourdan, France
Petit free réalisé avec des dégradés: DMC, NN, Atelier du pic vert
"small freebie stitched with variegated threads : DMC, Needle Necessities and "fils du pic vert"

 

"Alphabet Tree" 2004 Freebie ~ Stitched by Debra M. ~ Edmonton, AB, CANADA

 

"Heart Has Wings" ~ Stitched by Mary A. ~ Urbandale, IA
Mary's message: "This is my friend that truly deserves your design. Her name is Luann. She is a very special person."