Thursday, March 19, 2015

Meet & Greet

 
Welcome to my blog!  Today is the Meet & Greet which is organized by Madame Samm at the Sew We Stitch blog. I'm looking forward to this event because I like seeing what other stitchers, seamstresses and crafters are doing.

I've been doing cross stitch since about 1981.  Patterns, fabrics, floss and accessories have sure come a long way since then!  One of my favorite pieces that I stitched is a pattern called "Square Dance", which I made into a pillow.  I stitched this in the 1990's when I found this chart in a magazine. 
Another one of my favorites is "Peppermint Twist" by Blue Ribbon Designs.  I love the colors and all of the little motifs in this one.
I even framed it myself!

Sewing is something I've been interested in since I was 8 years old.  I used to make tiny dresses for my Barbie dolls out of tiny patterns.  And I sewed them by hand.  Then I graduated to making clothes for myself.  Nowadays, I like sewing things like tote bags and other small accessories.
I made these little bags for the ladies in my stitch group.
My latest project is an embroidery project called the Summer Garden Pin Cushion.  I had done some embroidery in the past, but really needed a refresher course.  This project was perfect for re-learning some things, and also for teaching myself some new stitches.
You can find the first part of the tutorial here.  Then just follow the rest of the tutorial posts for the complete instructions.

I hope that you enjoyed your visit to my blog today.  Please consider becoming a follower.  Other than the hobbies mentioned above, I also like to make beaded jewelry, crochet (A little.  I'm working on that.), and other miscellaneous crafty things.  And I enjoy blogging about all of them.

As part of this Meet & Greet, I am having a giveaway!  One winner will receive this little sewing companion that I stitched up just for this event!  Inside you'll find a pair of the cutest golden embroidery scissors.
All you have to do to have a chance at winning is comment on THIS POST by Friday, March 27th at 11:00 a.m.EST.  Also, please make sure that there is a way that I can contact you.  There is nothing sadder than not being able to reach a contest winner.  I will draw one name on that day and announce it right here on my blog.  I will also e-mail the winner.

Thank you for taking the time to check out my blog today.  Stop by again sometime!  You never know what you'll find here!

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43 comments:

  1. CalamityJrMarch 19, 2015 at 8:36 PM

    So glad I follow your blog. The things you create and share inspire me to keep stitching! Please include me in your drawing; I'd love to use that sewing companion as I work.

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  2. maria deminaMarch 19, 2015 at 9:20 PM

    Hello, Cathy!

    Nice to meet and greet you today! I absolutely love what you are doing and become your blog's follower with pleasure ^_^ Also I'd like to join your giveaway (my email is iammariab@gmail.com)
    I invite you to visit my Little room in the attic, I made a special post for today's event, too ^_^

    Hugs, Maria

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  3. ThearicaMarch 19, 2015 at 9:22 PM

    Hello... I came over via Madame Samm's blog. Your cross stitching is lovely. The pincushion is incredible! Thank you for taking part in the meet and greet!

    Please come and visit my blog. :)

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  4. SparkyMarch 19, 2015 at 9:56 PM

    such a lovely post and even lovelier stitching projects

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  5. JustineMarch 19, 2015 at 11:17 PM

    Lovely to find out more about your stitching! Your finishes are beautiful. Do you mind me asking what pattern you used to make the project bags? They are adorable and I'd like to have a go at making one.

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    1. Cathy March 20, 2015 at 6:51 PM

      I used Luann Kessi's quilted bag tutorial as my inspiration. Wonderful instructions! I just used her basic idea for the bag. http://luannkessi.blogspot.com/2009/12/quilted-zipper-bagtutorial.html

      Thanks for asking!

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  6. AnnieMarch 20, 2015 at 1:10 AM

    What a beautiful prize! I'm so impressed with your embroidery skills; I do x-stitch but any other embroidery is beyond me...:) I will definitely become a follower!
    www.varanlillavra.blogspot.se

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  7. Christine BMarch 20, 2015 at 3:16 AM

    Hello Cathy! What a lovely post! Your cross stitch projects and beautiful, I particularly like the cushion... beautiful colours! Your giveaway prize is adorable.... thank you! Have a lovely weekend! :) x

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  8. Elizabeth CoughlinMarch 20, 2015 at 4:27 AM

    Your work is all so lovely; I really like the Peppermint Twist sampler, and the Summer Garden Pin Cushion!

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  9. BetteMarch 20, 2015 at 4:31 AM

    Blue Ribbon Designs is one of my favorites. Nice job on the framing too. I' won't enter your giveaway since I won the last one but your sewing companion is really cute. And I really like the project bags too.

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  10. SparkyMarch 20, 2015 at 4:42 AM

    Spring has swept me in here this am...and so glad the winds carried me over..your pillow,scissor keeper, stitchings are all unique and are such gems...you can add a link too btw..

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  11. SherryMarch 20, 2015 at 6:36 AM

    So happy to meet and greet you today. All of your projects are beautiful. I too enjoy sewing bags and purses. I would love to make a pincushion like yours.

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  12. MokkiMarch 20, 2015 at 6:43 AM

    I love your summer garden pincushion. I love embroidery and all of your stitching is so nice.

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  13. LindaMarch 20, 2015 at 7:06 AM

    Your little spring pin cushion is gorgeous! Your other projects are too, but spring is calling me today!

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  14. AnitaMarch 20, 2015 at 7:48 AM

    Beautiful projects, your pincushion is adorable and your scissor keeper is so good looking!

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  15. AnonymousMarch 20, 2015 at 8:09 AM

    Hi Cathy--thanks for posting the picture of your finished pincushion. I've printed out all the parts, but haven't yet found the time to stitch it. Yours is just lovely. Thanks for offering the giveaway!

    Carol S.

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  16. LindaMarch 20, 2015 at 8:57 AM

    Hi Cathy. I loved seeing all of your projects. That pillow is gorgeous. I have been a follower of your blog for q while. I would loved to be entered in your giveaway.

    Linda

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  17. AnonymousMarch 20, 2015 at 9:16 AM

    Your pincushion is sew lovely, beautiful, the perfect Project to start with!

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  18. ScrapatchesMarch 20, 2015 at 12:25 PM

    Sew nice to meet you, Cathy! Your work is beautiful. The Square Dance cross stitch patchwork pillow is amazing. Thank you for sharing your beautiful work ... :) Pat

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  19. gominamMarch 20, 2015 at 2:24 PM

    All your projects are gorgeous! First time I've seen peppermint twist, it's so beautiful ;)

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  20. CathieJMarch 20, 2015 at 3:01 PM

    Nice to meet you through the blog hop Cathy. I really love your beautiful pincushion. Your cross-stitch is pretty too.

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  21. Judy Cooper Textile ArtistMarch 20, 2015 at 3:22 PM

    Visiting from Eastern Canada. Great projects! Thanks for sharing and the giveaway.

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  22. Needled MomMarch 20, 2015 at 3:45 PM

    Your needle work is beautiful. I love that Pappermint Twist and am so impressed that you framed it yourself. I also LOVE that pincushion. I'd hate to use it!!!!

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  23. StitchinByTheLakeMarch 20, 2015 at 4:28 PM

    Peppermint Twist - so gorgeous! blessings, marlene

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  24. MichelleMarch 20, 2015 at 4:41 PM

    I love your pincushion -- it's so pretty!

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  25. FiberlusciousMarch 20, 2015 at 4:54 PM

    Oh Cathy! Your Summer Garden Pincushion is sooo lovely!!! I love that you put YOU into it. I am so very proud! Please let me post it on my blog! I would be so honored to show your work off. I think you would inspire man other to try the pattern. Jill

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    1. Cathy March 20, 2015 at 6:52 PM

      I'm so glad you like it! Of course you can post it on your blog. I would be honored!

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  26. Judy BMarch 20, 2015 at 5:31 PM

    Beautiful needlework! I love the pincushion! Thank you for being in the Meet and Greet.

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  27. LydiaMarch 20, 2015 at 6:51 PM

    I enjoyed stopping by your blog today. Thank you so much for sharing the pincushion link. I've got to make one. You do beautiful work.

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  28. Baa. xxxMarch 20, 2015 at 7:10 PM

    What lovely work you have to show off - beautiful Your Summer garden pin cushion is absolutely gorgeous!

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  29. HildaMarch 20, 2015 at 11:06 PM

    Hello Cathy,
    Nice to meet you! Your stitching are amazing - especially the "Square Dance" pillow. Is this stitched on different pieces of linen? Looks wonderful.
    And so do all your other works.

    Have a wonderful weekend
    Hilda

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  30. LynnMarch 21, 2015 at 1:50 AM

    I love the cushion and the pin cushion you made, they are fabulous!

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    1. Cathy April 2, 2015 at 3:38 PM

      Lynn, you have won my Meet and Greet Giveaway! Please contact me so that I can get your prize to you.

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  31. Carol SwiftMarch 21, 2015 at 7:03 AM

    Your stitched creations are just beautiful...love that Peppermint Twist!

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  32. CarolMarch 21, 2015 at 11:21 AM

    What a gorgeous parade of finishes, Cathy! I especially love the Peppermint Twist and am so impressed with your framing :) Those project bags are very special, too--a stitcher can never have too many, can she?

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  33. SherylMarch 21, 2015 at 4:35 PM

    Beautiful work Cathy. Love the pin cushion, I have it half finished too.

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  34. EleMarch 22, 2015 at 12:41 AM

    Lovely all your finshes Cathy, a wonderful parade of your works, which show us, how creative you are.
    Especially I like the "Peppermint Twist" in this great frame

    greetings from Bavaria
    Gabriele

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  35. UnknownMarch 22, 2015 at 5:16 AM

    Beautiful work !!
    I love the biscorno! It`s wonderful!
    Greetings from Germany
    Marion

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  36. AriadneMarch 22, 2015 at 8:30 AM

    I loved the pincushion!Thanks for stopping by at my blog!AriadnefromGreece!

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  37. LanaMarch 26, 2015 at 12:02 PM

    Your work is SO lovely!!!! What a great little blog you have here too! I just had to join so I could find you easy and could see all your work!!!!

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  38. rosey175March 29, 2015 at 8:32 PM

    I'm too late for the giveaway but I just had to comment on that spectacular pillow. I usually don't go for designs like that but it looks absolutely stunning. You don't happen to remember the magazine, do you? Because we all need more patterns in our lives. :D

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    1. Cathy March 30, 2015 at 6:54 AM

      I think it was Mary Hickmott's magazine because I used to get that one a lot in the 90's. I couldn't tell you the year, but I did start stitching this pillow in about '96. And I gave the chart away a few years ago.

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  39. ZabawaMarch 30, 2015 at 10:52 AM

    У вас замечательные работы! Игольница чудесная!

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