Pennies from Heaven ~ Volume 22

Happy Mother’s Day!

What better way to celebrate than by sharing my Mom’s needlework!

“Birds and Berries Runner”

By Pieces and Treasure

Stitched on a pretty toweling

Mom added tiny seed beads and little heart buttons - perfect!

“Sewing in the Seed Time”

By Rebekah L. Smith

In her book “Seasons of Wool Applique Folk Art”

Intended as a seed pocket will hanging, it also is great as a runner.

I love the coordinating fabric binding.

“Heart in Hand Needlebook”

By Colleen McKinnon

Of Penny Rugs and More

Sew sweet! It reminds me of an antique.

And this stunner as a finale!

“Heirloom Rose”

Summer Block of the Week 2019

By Lisa Bongean

Of

Primitive Gatherings

Each block is so beautiful

Each a work of art

it’s interesting how the different wool makes each unique

Beautiful work Mom!

She had two more masterpieces finished, 

but I will save them for another day

Happy Mother’s Day! 

Love you Mom!

           For in six days the Lord made the heavens and the earth, 
the sea, and all that is in them, but he rested on the seventh day. 
Therefore the Lord blessed the Sabbath day and made it holy.
“Honor your father and your mother, 
so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you.
Exodus 20: 11-12

Blessings, Patti

Pennies from Heaven ~ Volume 21

Mom had so many finishes in the past year that we didn't have time to photograph them all.

This is just a selection of the favorites.

"Tulip Row"

by Granny's Legacy Patterns 

Aren't the details lovely?

"Rambling Rabbit"

by Crane Designs

I love the patterned daffodil-colored background.

"Garden Hearts"

by Rebekah L Smith

The colors show brighter than reality here, but I wanted to show the beads that Mom is fond of using rather than french knots. 

Folk Hearts for Home

by Rebekah L Smith

Sew sweet! And again, see the beads...

There is another heart in this pattern that Mom is working on now...

White Flower Table Mat

by Primitive Gatherings

Mom started with the single pattern and then made a set to coordinate in different locations in her home. I think that she really out did herself with this amazing set!

The details are so lovely!

I think that this was a fabulous idea!!!

The Law of the Lord is perfect, restoring life.

The testimony of the Lord is steadfast, making foolish people wise.

The precepts of the Lord are upright, making the heart rejoice.

The commandment of the Lord is pure, giving light to the eyes.

~Psalm 19:7-8

Blessings, Patti

Nesting Time Table Mat

"Nesting Time Table Mat"

design and kit by Primitive Gatherings

Another Stitch from my Stash finish!

I am so happy with the way that it finished up.

So sweet and perfect for the month of May!

 I knew just where I wanted to display it.

 

I think that I will enjoy it for the month of June as well 

before I  pack it away and decorate with patriotic items.

Only one more day in the month of May!

I still have three cross stitch projects that I was hoping to fully finish and one wool project too. LOL! Wish me luck ;)

However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; 

my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—

the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.

~Acts 20:24

Blessings, Patti  

Stitch from my Stash Projects ~ May

It's a new month and time to pick my Stitch from My Stash projects for May!

These months are flying by!

First up:

Egg Gatherer Sewing Basket Kit 

by Stacy Nash Primitives 

This kit was purchased in 2017. It is stitched on 35 count linen - smaller than I prefer, but necessary for the sweet diminutive basket! I will do my best to power through as it is so sweet!

Ode to the Ort No. 2

by With Thy Needle and Thread

OK, I may be cheating a bit on this one...

It isn't really from my stash as I just purchased it in March, but I can't wait any longer... lol.

Final project for cross stitch:

Indigo Lane

by With Thy Needle and Thread

I don't really think that I will be able to finish this one, but I hope to at least start.

I purchased this kit last year on a trip to Country Sampler. They have the model hanging and it is simply gorgeous. 

(And the thimble box bonus pattern is also darn sweet too! Maybe I will stitch that one next year...)

I am also hoping to participate a bit this year in Stitch Maynia 2019.

As you know I usually only stitch in season, but I thought this was a good chance to get a wee jump start on some stitching for other seasons. I definitely won't be starting 31 or even 19 new projects like most are doing, but thought that I would pick up an out of season WIP or two during the Stitch Maynia craziness ;) OK I "may" be kitting up an out of season stitch or two (or maybe even three), but we will see if I can stitch out of season at all lol.

And yes, it is not just about cross stitch here ;)

I must be honest and tell you that I did have a Stitch from My Stash fail in April.

I loved the Rabbit and Hen Quilt that I picked to work on, but just didn't have it in me to work on specialty stitches during a month that was really stressful at work and at home. 

I have packed it away until next year and instead will start working on  this:

"Nesting Time Table Mat"

kit by Primitive Gatherings

I purchased this kit back in 2015 and can't wait to get started!

I am being a rather ambitious as I also pulled this out:

"Songbird Sewing Pocket Kit"

by Rebekah L. Smith

This pattern was recently released by Rebekah L. Smith.

I took it as a class in 2017. All the pieces are cut and ready to stitch!

Time to get it finished up!

Wish me luck!

I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, urge you to live in a way that is worthy of the calling to which you have been called, demonstrating all expressions of humility, gentleness, and patience, accepting one another in love. Do your best to maintain the unity of the Spirit by means of the bond of peace.

~Ephesians 4:1-3

Blessings, Patti

More of My Week in the North Woods Unplugged

Of course our week up north had to include stitching at the cabin

and stitching on the golf course.

We had to do some antiquing as well.

I saw some lovely things,

but I tried to be good.

This display just looks like vacation.

I had to visit River's Edge Antiques and Quilt Loft once or maybe twice... lol

I was thrilled that this lovely shop was featured in the

  Spring/Summer 2018 issue of Quilt Sampler magazine!

Congratulations Gail!

Gail was busy kitting on one of my visits.

Aren't these fabrics lovely?!

Here is Gail's gorgeous quilt that was featured in the magazine.

Beautiful calming colors.

I made a little progress while on vacation:

working on a Maggie Bonanomi design

and a Primitive Gatherings English Paper Piecing project.

Unfortunately, I haven't picked up either project since I've been home, 

but I so enjoyed them while up north.

By the way, several people asked about the beautiful lodge that we visited. 

It is Garmisch Inn in Cable, Wisconsin.

so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.

~Romans 15:6-7

Blessings, Patti

How I spent my 4th of July

Happy 4th of July!

It was a hot and humid one today on Winding Vine.

But we got up early and went for a hike, ran a few errands, and did a bit of gardening.

It's hard when the 4th of July falls on a Wednesday.

Just one day off in the middle of the week.

So I tried to ignore chores and have some fun.

"Red Geraniums"

By Maggie Bonanomi 

from her book "Buttonwood Farm"

I actually stitched this last 4th of July and just put it together

 so I could hang it on my front door today. 

The background is pieced from an old feedsack (can you see the faded printing?) and old ticking.

I used my favorite Rustic Moire Wool Threads.

I think they add a nice touch.

This is the second time that I made this piece.

The first time I made it was many years ago in a class with Maggie.

It looks so different in a totally different colorway.

This afternoon I sat outside for a bit, until I started to melt, and worked on a little 

patriotic English Paper Piecing.

It is a kit by Primitive Gatherings called "Honor Flag".

 Have you ever bought a pattern and then had to drop everything to start it immediately?

Well I did just that!

This sweet couple were calling to me! :)

Our town has their fireworks on the 3rd of July

which is a good thing so I can get to bed early tonight for work tomorrow :)

They were a delight as always. 

I was exhausted last night and really didn't want to go.

But we have a tradition with friends of dinner out and then fireworks.

I was so glad that I went!

How could I even consider missing 4th of July fireworks?!

We always enjoy them so.

I hope that you are enjoying a safe and happy 4th of July!

Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord,

    the people whom he has chosen as his heritage!

~Psalm 33:12

Blessings, Patti