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I basted a piece of muslin to my background before I started applying the motifs. I have found that I like this extra layering which gets a bit more stability when hung.

I did a quick baste to each piece then began stitching. I prefer not to use glue or fusible....just a personal preference again.

I am using simple embroidery stitches: running, whip and lazy daisy.

I started working on another Tree of Life: same pattern as before but in different colors. I had many requests for a kit so this is the reason I'm doing another piece. Sadly, I didn't keep records of threads, fabric color and size. So here we go.

I'm using Ecru for the background this time, mottled so it looks vintage. I will be posting more info as I progress.

ROCK ROSE Wool Applique Kit is back in stock. 

I decided to finish this embroidery piece which I started last winter befrore Christmas. I seem to have a fetish with birds, especially doves. I love the printed ribbon I purchased from MonahanPapers...the message is perfect, don't you think? Friends donated the green background fabric, the red beads and the flower motif. I am so blessed to have them!

Here's a drawing in case you would like to make your own, (don't mind the wrinkles).                      

Finch kit is now available!!!

I've been busy working on this new design of mine. As you know I'm smitten with the birds these days. I will be offering this one as a kit in a #8 cut, which I think will be perfect for beginners.

Stitched up a few more birds for the  Dungeness River Center.

Our sewing group has taken on making wool birds as a fund raiser for the Dungeness River Center in Seqium, Washington. Here are just a few we've made and boy, they are selling like hot cakes. I don't think we can keep up with the demand! I enjoy working on them in the evenings while listening to a book and of course at our sewing get togethers.

This month we are offering 2 hand dyed 5-pack bundles: BRICK and ROASTED NUTS  15% off.  Also included in this event are 2 coordinating Rustic Moire threads, 2 mill dyed fat quarters and 2 fat quarters hand dyed in the same colors as the bundles. This is an excellent time to stock up for your future projects. Sale takes place on Friday March 3rd through Sunday March 5th.

I completed stitching this wall hanging! Knowing when to stop can be difficult sometimes, especially when I'm enjoying the process so much. I used scraps of fabrics for the border; pieces of linen and calicos. But the center area is all hand dyed wool which I dyed specifically for this project. I wasn't particular on thread brands, just used what I had in my stash. I'm not one who records numbers or names of threads; it's all about what pleases my eye. I did some shadow couching as a final step where I used some very old crochet thead which has a bit of sparkle blended in.

I plan to sell a template pattern, but one will have to create and design their own border. Making it scrappy like mine or maybe more traditional such as 2" woolen one. Limitless possibilities! I hope you like this design.