Tuesday, March 9, 2010

July in March

WOW! If I was excited when I had 1 follower and comment, you can't imagine what I felt when I logged on to see 27 followers & all those wonderful comments! I want to thank every one of you for visiting my blog and for the warm welcomes, and gracious comments on my pieces! Also thank you again to Daffycat for the shout out on her blog! I will be sure to take a minute to visit all of the blogs of those who left comments & became followers!

Today I wanted to share another of my more recent finishes. It is the July sampler from Prairie Schooler's "July" (Book No. 154). I started this piece at the beginning of May last year, but didn't actually get it finished until the end of December. I am embarrassed to admit that the piece sat untouched for several months, and the only thing that was left to stitch was the roof, grass & boarder under the stars.


"July" by Prairie Schooler
May - December 2009
DMC on 14 ct. Aida

This is also the next piece I want to get framed. I was thinking of having it matted with a matching red & blue mats and then an antiqued white frame. I picked up this chart because I love patriotic themed stuff and also living on Lake Michigan, it reminded me of the wonderful summer time on the lake here in Michigan. Speaking of which, it was an absolutely amazing day! For a couple hrs in the afternoon you could have totally gotten away with jeans & a t-shirt, I'm so ready for spring! lol Since it was so nice I pulled my car out of the garage, uncovered her (yes, my car is a her, her name is Baby lol) and detailed cleaned the wheels, rims and around the underbody. Now she is nice & super clean for when its time to take her out for the season! :-)

Thanks again for stopping by! Nick

20 comments:

  1. It looks gorgeous Nick! I think it will look even better with matching red and blue mats! Make sure you show us once you get it framed!

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  2. Nice finish! Can't wait to see more of your stitching.

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  3. This is super Nick! I like the matt and frame idea you have . I think it will look great! I love Prairie Schooler and patriotic designs as well. It was great here today as well weather wise. I so look forward to warmer weather! So what are you planning on stitching next? Any ideas?

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  4. Welcome to blogging Nick. Your stitching is great, you certainly finished the Lizzie Kate piece quickly. You must show us pictures of 'Baby'.

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  5. Well I feel silly Nick! I forgot that you were working on Singing the Washline Blues when I asked you what you were going to stitch next. I have too many eggs in one basket I forget sometimes that not everyone does that! :)

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  6. ROFLOL You are welcome, Nick! I know it can be frustrating being a new blogger and no one reads...I knew my friends would come through!

    Another beautiful piece. I can't wait to see it framed up.

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  7. I love this piece too. Great finish. I think your framing idea will suit it quite nicely. It was nice weather here today too!

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  8. Beautiful finish :) I have this chart on my "one day" to stitch list!

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  9. Great finish Nick! Thanks for visiting my blog and becoming a follower aswell.
    Maybe we might see you around on some exchange groups soon!
    LISA V.

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  10. Don't be embarrased about having unfinished projects! We all do it!

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  11. Congratulations on another recent finish! I love PS! Now that you're blogging maybe you'll share some of your prior finishes or at least give the addy of your photo albums (assuming you have already made one). Keep up the great work.
    Barb

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  12. Welcome to the blog world, Nick! I love your finished projects. That July design looks great!

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  13. great finish!!! Being originally from the NW corner of IN, I am very familiar with Lake Michigan in July!!!!!!!!
    Your patriotic piece looks great!
    Thanks for visiting my blog!

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  14. Great finish! Embarrassed abou the piece sitting for so long? Hah! You should see what most of have hanging around!

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  15. Nick...the longer you are stitching the more unfinished projects you will have...its a rule and part of the fun of stitching!

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  16. A great finish! I have this in my stash and can't wait to start it after seeing your great piece. Be sure to show the framing once you've got it finished.

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  17. Love July! It looks great! And I think it will look really good framed the way you described. You will have to show us pictures when you get it framed. :)

    I am with you and Baby...so ready for spring!!! :)

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  18. Gorgeous PS finish. I love their designs, they are always so colourful and warm looking.

    Hey, don't be embarassed about pulling out a WIP after a few months. My latest WIP that is seeing the light of day was started in 2005! :-) There are plenty more WIPs where that came from too. lol

    Have a great weekend.

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  19. Nice finish! I would love having only one WIP that I had let 'sleeping' but I've got soooo many! lol Thanks for visiting my blog and becoming a follower too. :))

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  20. Hi Nick! Nice blog! Love your stitching, and "Baby" is very cute indeed.

    I'll stop by again.

    Hugs from Venezuela!!!

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