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Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Tuesday's Treasure with Melody and finished table centre.

When I found out that a favourite book of mine was being made into a movie I groaned as more often than not I am dissappointed. However when  "Out of Africa" by Isak Dinesen (nom de plume fo Karen Blixen) was released I went along with trepidation and as soon as I heard Meryl Streeps beautiful voice say the first line form the book....."I had a farm in Africa, at the foot of the Ngong Hills." I was hooked. I loved it even though research has shown a few embellishments. The photography was glorious as was the music. I have lost count of the number of times I have watched it and played the CD. Robert Redford as Denys Finch-Hatton doesn't hurt either. I am a huge Robert Redford fan. So This is my Treasure today....."Out of Africa"..book, film and CD and all the pleasure they have given me.
Visit Melody for more Tuesday Treasure at http://thehouseonthesideofthehill.blogspot.com/
I have finished my little Hexagon table centre and I think it has ended up looking quite sweet. Not sure what I will do with it yet. Still thinking.
Happy Stitching,
Michelle.
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14 comments:

  1. MichelleJune 7, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    I also loved Out of Africa, and I just love the hexagon table centre, its beautiful.
    Happy stitching, Michelle

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  2. SheilaJune 7, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    I didn't read the book but have seen the movie a few times and loved it , Robert Redford and Meryl Streep are both favorites of mine .You little hexie table topper is adorable !

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  3. donnaJune 7, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Love your hexs. Your stitches are so beautiful.
    Hugs
    donna

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  4. AnonymousJune 7, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    looks like a movie i need to chase up and what cute hexies

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  5. MelodyJune 7, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    What a co-incidence, I watched Out of Africa on last Saturday night. The boys were out and I had some lovely 'me' time, watching a fabulous movie and doing some stitching. I agree it's a wonderful film. I read the book about 20 years ago and remember just loving it.
    Your table runner is adorable. I love everything you do.

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  6. AnonymousJune 7, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    What a great hexie.
    I know that I never expect much from movies from books or remakes of previously good movies.

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  7. Briar RoseJune 7, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    I enjoyed "Out Of Africa" also Michelle, but your Table Runner takes the cake this week, your stitcheries are absolutely beautiful. Cheers R

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  8. AllieJune 7, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    I LOVED that movie! Meryl Streep was perfect for it. Your table runner is just so sweet, the stitcheries are darling on it!

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  9. JeanetteJune 7, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Loved that movie. Thanks for reminding me of it. Now to hunt it down to watch. :) Love the hexies. Are you going to do it as a pattern? :)Hugs,

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  10. WendyJune 7, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    I'm a little bit like that with the BBC Pride and Predjudice and love Colin Firth as Mr Darcy! I think your table centre is very sweet.

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  11. TeresaJune 7, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    I love that movie too Michelle and we watched the DVD (again) only a couple of weeks ago. Love Meryl and Robert (swoon)... Your little hexie table centre is gorgeous.

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  12. marinaJune 7, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    I always dread movies that are made from novels too (especially when they take too much artistic licence). My children tell me to get over it and keep them separate!
    Your hexie table centre is very sweet.

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  13. CheryllJune 7, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    This centerpiece will be wonderful no matter where you put it! Lovely stitchery! :)

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  14. ValspierssewsJune 9, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    I haven't seen or read Out of Africa but it is wonderful when you can enjoy both the book and the movie of a favourite story. Love your cute little hexies.

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