stitching updates

January Country Cottage is underway.  I'm enjoying the colors.  It's working up fairly quickly.

SAL in progress.  Stitchers Days of Christmas. 

Next up will be Quaker gone Tropic.  I'm considering using a varigated floss for the whole project in place of the colors shown in the photo.

Winter days and nights, snow days  and  spring ...........

new tusal jar

Last year's contributions add some color to this jar.  With more room in this jar, hopefully means more stitching done and more threads to add. 

about that tooth fairy............

She didn't come, maybe it's because I didn't ask the dentist for a souvenir.  Oh well, next best thing, order something new to stitch, LK, so it should be fun.....after yesterday, it was definitely good for morale!   It has been years, lots of them since last having a tooth pulled.  Definitely was not it my plans to start 2012.

Meanwhile I've been patiently waiting for my chart and supplies for the Country Cottage SAL, hopefully it arrives soon.  (Not tonight, DH just arrive home with the mail, no parcel)

This weekend  I must pull the threads and decide on a fabric for the Stitchers Days of Christmas.  I'm really looking forward to this. 

Last weekend we took down all things Christmas.  It's amazing that everything continues to fit in the storage bins, even with a few new purchases. I do miss the outdoor lights. This time of year it's always an added sparkle to brighten the evening.

It's dark and blustery tonight.  We've had lots of rain but also mild temperatures and everything is green.
I took a peek at the tubs on the corner of the patio.   Spring bulbs are already up.   It's a good thing it's sheltered because there is still a lot of winter to get through yet!

Tonight I will stitch.  Partners have been assigned for the Winter Smalls exchange on ILCS.   It's nice to know who the recepient will be. 


till next time ..............

pass the salad please ............

So you'd think, ok, a New Year, let's do it right, a nice spinach salad for lunch.  Tasted great, DH reached his fill by the second helping, all was fine.  And then it happened, I broke a tooth.  There is never a good time for something like this to happen.  That being said I don't hold much hope of there being a dentist on call tomorrow....... so how did you spend your day????

Happy 2012 everyone!

till next time.......

final tusal for 2011

this is it, last photo for Tusal 2011.  I never imagined I'd get enough stitching done to cover the bottom of the jar, let alone fill at jar!  It has been a good year.

For 2012, there is a new jar coming.

come Saturday morning...................

It is Saturday, December 31st   7 am.  With coffee made and the rest of the household still sleeping, it's my time on the computer.  

Last night we watched Midnight in Paris (for the 2nd time in the 24 hr rental).  The location shots in Paris are wonderful.  Street scenes are awesome, almost feel like being there.......one day, it's on the list.  The music through out the show was very good.

Am I ready for 2012, definitely!   This year has been a mixed blessing, family member's health issues, work hours cut, beans in the garden that didn't grow...   Still, we are all here and moving forward and for this I am thankful.   We have two wonderful grandsons, Noah and Nate.  They keep everyone busy for sure.

Back in July I made a list, not really a "to do" or a "bucket list", just things I'd like to accomplish in a year or so:

Make a quilt                     I've tried once  and would like to try again.

Drink wine in Tuscany      Too many times of watching Under the Tuscan Sun.

Reach Noah                    
Our grandson has ASD, words don't always come easy.  They are there and one day will flow.              Something I read:   Tell me, I forget
                              Show me, I understand
                              Involve me, I remember

Knit a sweater                  I've actually started one.  Chunky yarn, hand dyed.

Paint a picture                   Water colors appeal most

Knit socks                         Yes, I knit but never socks...I'm always envious of those who knit socks.


Stitching is not missing from this list, as stitching is always part of most days.  There is always a project or two or three........ready to go.

DH and I are planning a quiet New Year's Eve,  A nice dinner, some wine, maybe another movie.

To everyone, Wishing you and yours a very Happy New Year! 

Thanks for dropping by my blog, Your comments are always appreciated.

till next time  ...................

photos of the Season

lights on the patio

the tree decorated

a very special stitched ornament received, thanks Nancy R!

......almost Christmas..................

This time of year, no matter how well we've planned, time runs away and here it is, December 23rd.

I'd like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas!

We will be spending the holidays with family. On  Christmas Eve my parents are coming for dinner.   We've organized a special turkey dinner with them.   Christmas Day, brunch at the Burke's with  four generations together, I can hardly wait.    

And a thank you, to everyone that reads my blog and leaves a comment, very much appreciated.

2012 is just around the corner, here's hoping for a prosperous year for everyone! 

till next time .........................

pictures please

First, my Autumn exchange gifts received from Carissa G,  This was a recent exchange in our ILCS group.  Carissa's stitching is beautiful, so tiny.

Next, my first attempts at needlebooks.   I'll definitely try another one, maybe two.  It was the first time I tried silk thread .... love it!

Now, a recent finish, a beaded Christmas tree.

And here are some crochet project results............ another shape for dishcloths.

And then there is Quincy

that's our boy!

tusal time November

one more month to go!