Friday, March 1, 2013

bless our home

Happy Friday and March 1st! 
I can't believe how fast February went by, but that only means were just a little closer to beautiful spring and Easter! I have been working on a few gifts this week and getting ready to start decorating for Easter. I found a cute pattern for crocheted eggs that I am eager to try this weekend, and will have to show you if they come out cute!
 Last night I finished this pretty "Bless our Home" embroidery for a wedding gift. I really love how pretty it turned out!
I used a vintage Vogart rose embroidery pattern, which I recently bought and have been wanting to try. The rosebuds look so sweet on the tiny pink gingham. I adore the vintage feel this piece has! And, there is just something about those pink roses that makes me smile!
Now, I need to finish the backing and it will be ready to be sweetly wrapped and treasured in its new home! I have a couple of friends who have birthdays coming up, so I maybe making a couple more, and even one for myself! ;)
I have been working on tying my vintage patchwork quilt. I decided to use pearl cotton embroidery floss this time, and so far I am liking it. On my last quilt I tied, I used embroidery floss, but didn't really like how it frayed after washing and drying it. So, hopefully this will not do the same. 
After I am done tying, the binding needs to be sewn on to the back, and it will be done! Yay!
Do you have any fun or creative plans this weekend?
Well, I hope that you a most lovely day and beautiful weekend sweet friends!

31 comments:

  1. So pretty Heather, what a wonderful gift idea!! Your quilt is also very pretty!

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  2. Heather, I love the Funny Bunny game card in your right sidebar. I have the entire set of those cards. I used to play "go fish" with my Grandma in New Brunswick when we visited her on holidays. When she passed away, I received those cards and I bring them out, now and again, to play "go fish" with my kids. I don't want them to get wrecked, so the games are always supervised by me!! Happy March to You!!
    Connie from Sadieloohoo

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  3. I'm sure the happy couple will love receiving this thoughtful gift! I do love your quilt! Can't wait to see it with the binding on!

    Hugs chris

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  4. Hi Heather, it is always such a delight to visit and see all the beautiful things you are crocheting, cross-stitching and embellishing. Your work is just lovely! Wishing you a wonderful weekend. Tammy

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  5. Heather, EVERYTHING you make is beautiful!!! Have a nice weekend! Twyla

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  6. I will be mailing out a package to you tomorrow. I have made little Easter something for you in addition to my estate sale finds. I see that I have a package waiting on the counter from you. Squeal! Happy weekend! I can't wait to see what you do with crocheted eggs. Gorgeous projects as always!

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    1. Oh, I can't wait to see what you have sent!! Your creations are always so beautiful and sweet! ;) Thank you, thank you! I am glad the package arrived safely and I hope you like it all! Happy weekend!! xo Heather

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  7. So pretty! These would make great wedding gifts. =)

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  8. Your stitching is beautiful. Love it on the gingham. OH MY I got my package. Your tea towel is gorgeous and I love it so. Thank you so much for all the extra sweetness you added. It really put a smile on my face.
    Hugs
    donna

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  9. That is a precious gift that will be appreciated for years to come!
    Farmhouse hugs,
    Cindy

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  10. Wonderful gift! I love seeing other people's creations.

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  11. love your patchwork quilt!!!!
    happy weekend Heather, xxx Ale

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  12. The recipient of your handiwork is very lucky. I love the quilt!

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  13. That is such a precious wedding gift and one that I'm sure will be treasured by the newlyweds.

    Once again, you have brought together the nicest color scheme in your quilt.

    Have a lovely weekend, looking forward to the egg project you will be sharing. xo

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  14. Very pretty :) What a lovely wedding gift!....I'm sure they will love it.

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  15. Such neat and pretty stitching, Heather! A lovely wedding present to treasure! The quilt is gorgeous too :)
    Wishing you a wonderful crafty weekend.
    Helen x

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  16. aw that gift is just perfect, so thoughtful and made with love! xxx

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  17. So sweet and pretty Heather!! Wishing you a wonderful weekend!! xo Holly

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  18. Your friend will be thrilled with the beautiful and handmade wedding gift!

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  19. Hello sweetie pie Heather! Your posts always inspire me so much! I love seeing your gorgeous creations! I wish we lived closer and could sew, embroidery and crochet together! I would learn so much from you dear friend! I love the Bless Our Home embroidery! Your friend will LOVE and treasure this always! It is a perfect wedding gift and for birthday gifts too! I love the roses and the pink gingham. All the colors you used are beautiful and so sweet! You are amazing sweetie! I love your gorgeous patchwork quilt. The vintage fabrics are so pretty! I hope this thread holds up better. Enjoy your weekend! I hope it will be fun and beautiful sweet friend! Love you! Paula xo

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  20. That embroidery is so elegant and precious. x

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  21. Oh, yes, they will love that for their home for sure! I like the vintage rose pattern you found, very sweet. As far as your quilt, i am so pleased to see how pretty this is turning out! Let us know how the different floss works out!
    Blessings,
    Susie

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  22. Hi Heather! The rose pattern looks like it came from an antique piece. It's so pretty. And, your sweet quilt top is just so wonderful, and it has inspired me to make something similar out of red, white, and blue embroidery - but those things are still packed. I just love EVERYTHING you make - so pretty!

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  23. Hello my sweet friend,
    I am amazed with the many beautiful ways you use vintage linens. Your quilt is lovely. It will be a timeless keepsake.
    You are so talented and so very thoughtful.
    Thank you for your kind comment on my blog. I love it when you stop by!
    Have a great Sunday, Heather!
    Blessings,
    Carolynn xoxo

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  24. I do think you're right to try the pearl cotton, that's what I've used in the past to tie the few quilted pieces I've made and I've always been happy with it :)

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  25. The embroidery is sweet as can be. I love the way you tied the quilt. Patchwork is one of my favorites!

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  26. That will be a treasured wedding heirloom for sure! How wonderful of you to do that! :-) This past weekend was mostly spent on catching up around the house. I was able to visit with my mother-in-law, my parents, and my cousin which was a lot of fun!

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