When I sat to write this post several days ago it was an overcast showery day....which was lovely. All the raindrops dripping from the leaves in the garden were a balm to my hot and bothered self.
This past week I have spent on lots of different projects and managed a couple of little finishes.
Every year at Easter time I usually treat myself to a new little item for my collection. This year I decided to make it. I crossed stitched these little bunnies and made some tiny pillows. I have been meaning to do so for years....
So I am all set to add these to my collection.
I have begun trimming (remind me to trim blocks as you go next time) and sewing my Owl and Hare blocks together. I am having to take it slowly because I hurt my shoulder reaching back to turn off my bedside lamp....shesh! And it doesn't like long sessions of rotary cutting. But some is better than no progress.
I am very slow in the card making area but it was fun....love me some pretty embossing!
Even though I would not say Autumn weather has arrived, I am working on my Autumn trio for the Celebrate the Seasons slow stitching SAL...I love orange and all those earthy colours.
I seem to have acquired a few UFOs in my art drawer as well as stitching. I began this one...who knows when and decided it's time had arrived. If you have travelled outback Queensland you will recognise the subject from the Hebel historic pub. As you know I am partial to rusty old things. I think the thought of drawing all that grass was the reason it went in the drawer. Finally progress is being made!
Today is also my lovely Daughter's birthday.
We love something a bit naughty so I definitely see some cake on the agenda soon to celebrate.
I shall leave you with this quote. I love it and rings true. We all struggle at times when we aren't liked or included and can't seem to fathom the reason....so keep this in mind.
You've made some cute Bunny Cross stitch and hexie centre decorations for Easter.
ReplyDeleteSlowly getting the pretty Owl and Hare blocks together.
Great Rustic ute drawing and the Autumn trio will be lovely when complete.
Hope your DD had a wonderful Birthday.
I like the quote.
Lovely quotation and so true. Nice new Easter ornaments, every year I think I must do something for next year but never do! Owl and Hare is looking good as is your lovely autumn stitchery. Great rust too! xx
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday wishes to your lovely daughter, Michelle! No, it's not yet autumn here either.....still waiting, although it isn't quite as bad as it has been.
ReplyDeleteMy goodness, you have been busy Michelle. The Easter bunnies are so cute, and I love your slow stitching. And the old truck pictures is great. Love the birds. What a great quote from Katherine Hepburn, by the look of her. xxx
ReplyDeleteThose little bunnies with the 'heart' tails are adorable and make a nice addition to your Easter collection. You have some beautiful projects, Michelle.
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty Easter centre, perfect with the bunny fabric, and the lovely white bunnies standing on top.
ReplyDeleteA lovely post Michelle. Gosh those easter bunnies are cute!! I think I have that pattern - I am looking forward to putting my Easter decor out soon. Beautiful projects - Happy Birthday to your dear daughter x0x
ReplyDeleteoh my gosh those cross stitch bunnies are super cute and just perfect for your collection, as is your framed hexagons... sorry about the shoulder, I wish we lived next door and I could trim as you sew! Those are very pretty cards you have made... good to have some on hand.
ReplyDeleteTAke care... love that quote too
Hugz
I do like those cross stitch bunnies and the framed hexies in the table centre. Both are perfect for Easter. I haven't really thought about anything for Easter this year. May have to jump in very quickly.
ReplyDeleteThe owl and hare blocks look great. But look after that shoulder. Very frustrating.
Have fun with your new folders and dies.
And enjoy the birthday fun.
Oh! I never thought of WIPS for art work too!
ReplyDeleteLove your little bunnies. Poop about the shoulder - gives you a reason not to machine sew...LOL. The cards are very pretty.
Love, love love the saying and it is so true!! Hope your shoulder is all better soon, so you can continue block trimming. The bunnies are super cute! Your cards are lovely too.
ReplyDeleteYour bunny creations are fantastic, in cross stitch as well as in the blocks or the sweet bunny couple.
ReplyDeleteYour great cards also caught my attention... I made my very first three cards and it was a lot of fun.
Orange and autumn yes, exactly right... we're going into spring - so green and yellow.
All the best wishes for your daughter on her birthday.
A hug for you from Viola.