Here a Stitch, There a Stitch

Well, it has beena long time.

2011-01-17T20:04:00.005-06:00

I decided to try the challenge of picking 15 WIP and finishing them sometime this year. I am not quite sure I will be able to post pics of them all tonight, if not I will add the remaining tomorrow evening.

new puppy

2010-05-12T20:33:00.001-05:00

My new puppy Brandi!

My new puppy Brandi!

Hi! It has been forever!!!

2010-03-24T15:40:00.007-05:00

It has been forever since I updated my blog with any news or pics.
I have been busy. I went back to work full time, so that has interrupted my stitching time
:-(

My step son and his wife are expecting their second child in the beginning of September.
That exciting!!! Audrey is a doll and growing up so fast.

This is my beautiful daughter Nicole and adorable Audrey.

Another great giveaway

2009-10-25T07:31:00.001-05:00

Check out this blog that I visited. She is having a great giveaway.

http://itsjustapril.blogspot.com/2009/10/giveaway.html

What a great contest!

2009-10-01T07:07:00.002-05:00

I was browsing stitching blogs and came across this great blog http://dipdiddlydesigns.blogspot.com/ .

She is having a great contest for a new BBD Halloween chart, check it out.

Long time since last post.

2009-09-07T15:46:00.010-05:00

It seems like ages since I last posted comments or pictures. So here goes.

We just celebrated my granddaughters first birthday. How fast that year went. Here she is with cake.

And her first car!!!

Had a great time at her party.

My stitching, well I have been busy!!!

These are two Prairie Schooler:

This is a Lizzie Kate Yearly Santa, done as a SAL

I also attended a family reunion in August. Should have had one years ago. Had a great time reconnecting with cousins and their families.

2009-07-05T09:48:00.004-05:00

I hope everyone had a festive fourth! We went to see our village's fireworks and they were great.

I am posting some pics of recent projects.

This is a Lizzie Kate named Forever Stitching

This is a painted canvas called Funky Flamingo.

Random pics of Addison

2009-06-22T20:30:00.005-05:00

Hot Stuff

2009-05-04T17:34:00.004-05:00

This is a Debbie Rowley design from DebBee's Designs. It is called Hot Stuff and is done in reds and yellows. I wrote the designer to request color conversions that I had seen on her website. The colors that caught my eye were done by a fellow stitcher, so thanks to Shannon for the beautiful color choices and thanks to Debbie for sharing them to me.

Loved stitching this!

2009-04-03T07:35:00.001-05:00

I stitched this up in the last day or two. It is a design by Miss Crescent's Crowne to bring breast cancer research and awareness to all.

It was a pleasure to stitch.

A quick finish for me.

2009-04-01T18:46:00.002-05:00

I love rabbits, so I thought this was appropriate for me. I stitched it with mystery thread in purple, green and blue.

This was a freebie from La-D-Da.

Audrey

2009-03-14T20:37:00.001-05:00

Had fun spending time with Audrey today!

I have some things to share!

2009-02-09T13:59:00.016-06:00

The first being my granddaughter Audrey, I love to spend time with her. She is now 5 months old and such a happy baby.

On the stitching front, I finished a Trilogy design called Snowdrift. I am working on Blue Ribbon Designs' Peppermint Twist. I am almost done. I have also done a punchneedle design from Stone and Thread called Cottontail. If you havent't tried punchneedle give it a try. It is fun. I also did a flip flop magnet from Mill Hill for my daughter. I have also been working on a needlepoint ornament. I am going to try and finish an ornament each month.

Peppermint Twist

2009-01-18T08:05:00.002-06:00

I am in a SAL for Blue Ribbons Peppermint Twist, here is how far along I have gotten.

My poor puppy!

2009-01-16T19:13:00.002-06:00

The weather has been so frickin cold, my puppy didn't want to go outside. We put socks on her to help her. She walked so funny.

Hurry up spring!!

A finish, this is from Midnight Stitching, called Heartstruck Friends

2009-01-11T11:25:00.008-06:00

I like this because it is winter, valentine and snowmen themed!

A couple of finishes

2008-12-29T21:34:00.003-06:00

My daughter decided that she likes Heartful Harvey, so she took him home with her.

Audreys' first Christmas

2008-12-26T09:24:00.008-06:00

She is out there, look for her eyes.

2008-12-23T22:01:00.002-06:00

She is really just getting use to the snow, not quite sure she likes it yet.

My Xmas tree 2008

2008-12-22T21:21:00.003-06:00

She knows better!!!

2008-12-06T21:27:00.004-06:00

Addison knows she is not allowed on the furniture, so I guess she thinks as long as 1 leg is on the ground she is okay!

A couple of quick xmas ornaments

2008-12-06T10:54:00.003-06:00

Here are a couple quick xmas ornaments (gifts) that I just finished the "finishing" I have been busing stitching others as well.

These are from Plum Pudding Needleart Designs.

My Funky Flamingo

2008-11-10T09:29:00.004-06:00

I bought this canvas called the Funky Flamingo, I am having so much fun working on it. It is fun because of the different stitches that can be used to create it. I have also been busy working on xmas and exchange gifts that I cannot show right now.

A Halloween Finish

2008-10-17T11:26:00.005-05:00

I finished the stitching portion of this the other night, I think I will finish her into a pinkeep. She is from the CEC leaflet called Ladies' night. The chart is called Foundations. She was a fun stitch.

I purchased a needlepoint canvas called the "Funky Flamingo" that I will work on this weekend and will post pics later.

Have a great day.

I know its been a while!!

2008-10-05T20:38:00.003-05:00

It has been awhile since I last posted, I have been busy helping to take care of my brothers affairs. I still can't believe he is gone.

We are having a triple birthday celebration this coming weekend. My family is so large, that we try to combine birthdays together. We all seem to really enjoy doing it that way, Can't believe that my daughter will be turning 26, wow, where has the time gone. We are also celebrating Joe's birthday, he is my daughter's SO. It is also Erica's b-day. She is my niece and loves to spend time with my daughter Nicole.

I do have stitching pictures to post, but that will have to wait until tomorrow. Thats all for now.

Happy Stitching!

He will be missed

2008-09-23T22:13:00.003-05:00

It has been a bad couple of days. My older brother passed away suddenly on Saturday. We have been taking care of final resting plans and all that goes with a death. My brother was a great brother, uncle and godfather. He not only was loved by his family but had another "family" that included all his friends. My brother had more friends than I could ever have in two lifetimes. He had fishing buddies, golfing buddies, and all his "customers" at Trackside. He will be missed so much, if you can keep my family in your thoughts, it will be greatly appreciated.

Meet Miss Audrey (My new granddaughter)

2008-09-08T21:19:00.009-05:00

This is my new granddaughter Audrey. My stepson Derek and his wife Darci are her proud parents. She is a doll.

Here is a quick cube that I made for Audrey

Smell My Feet

2008-08-29T20:33:00.008-05:00

This was a fun stitch, it is from the JCS Halloween Edition 08. The designer is La D Da. I am not quite sure if I want to add the tassels like the project in the magazine. I did use havana linen, even though I prefer to stitch on lugana or jobelan. But I do like the color of this fabric.

My Lizzie Kate SAL Santa '02

2008-08-27T08:58:00.005-05:00

I just need to add the buttons, I will then make this into a cube. I have also been working another Lizzie Kate Santa and will post that later today. Have to take the puppy to have her nails clipped.

A recent finish, Lizzie Kate

2008-08-26T18:41:00.003-05:00

I love my coffee!!!

This sits on my kitchen window sill.

How about this sunset?

2008-08-24T15:34:00.003-05:00

This was the sunset last night, the view is from my back patio. What a pretty night.

Thanks Connie

2008-08-24T14:34:00.007-05:00

I would like to thank Connie http://conyeah02.blogspot.com/ for giving me this award. I really need to become more comfortable adding links so bear with me. Thanks again. The rules of the award are:

1. The winner can put the logo on her blog.
2. Link the person you received your award from.
3. Nominate at least 7 other blogs.
4. Put links of those blogs on yours.
5. Leave a message on the blogs of those you’ve nominated.

I love to read a lot of blogs, so here are just a few.

http://glorybeestitch.blogspot.com/
http://thegoldenhoop.blogspot.com/
http://anitas-stitching-addiction.blogspot.com/
http://carolyn-justonemorestitch.blogspot.com/
http://loriraycrossstitch.blogspot.com/
http://stitchwraith.blogspot.com/
http://raeofsunstitches.blogspot.com/

Thanks again Connie.

My monster march

2008-08-23T07:45:00.004-05:00

I have been working on The Monster March from Glendon Place while watching the Olympics. It was a fun stitch in just the three colors. I used Colorscapes VooDoo.

2008-08-13T15:59:00.004-05:00

I really do need to update more often. I have signed up for a couple of exchanges, so I will be busy. Currently I am working on Let's do the Monster March by Glendon Place. I am enjoying stitching this while watching/listening to the Olympics.

An update on my puppy, she has finished all her meds and is doing real well. We have been attempting to train loose leash walking, she is so smart. She picks up new things very quickly.

I finished this cute freebie the other day. The edge has some beads that I had left over from a previous project.

Not a fun evening last night!!

2008-07-31T19:31:00.002-05:00

Well we had my puppy Addison spade last week, she was recovering great. We had her stitches removed yesterday morning and everything looked great. She really stayed calm all week and we were very diligent about not getting her excited. Last night, she started to bleed, but not from her stitches. We took her immediately to the vet, they ran x-rays, took a urine sample and gave her an exam. We are hoping that it is just a UTI, she is on meds for two weeks. Hopefully, she is again on the road to recovery.

A couple of finishes that are finished

2008-07-26T20:16:00.002-05:00

These have been stitched for some time, but I finished them into a small cube and my first pinkeep.

An update on my puppy

2008-07-25T21:05:00.003-05:00

We had her spade earlier this week, and she is doing real well. She really is such a great puppy and so smart. She needs some training on walking with the leash but that will come.

A couple of finishes for me

2008-07-25T21:00:00.002-05:00

A finish from Sister and Best Friend from JCS 07

This is JBW Pumpkin finished into a cube,

This is my new puppy Addison

2008-07-17T20:15:00.003-05:00

This is Addison, she is a collie/lab mix. She really is a good puppy.

This is an ornament from the JCS Christmas Preview Issue, it is from Blue Ribbon Design.

I really need to update more often.

2008-06-28T12:55:00.004-05:00

I have been busy the last couple of months, stitching wise. I will post some pics below. This is a Vee and Co. freebie.

My first biscornu

2008-03-30T08:58:00.007-05:00

This was my first attempt at a biscornu, it is from Barbara Ana. I had fun, so there will be more of these done. The second pic is from Mosey N' Me called I Love Ewe,, another fun stitch.

Two weeks in

2008-02-26T20:10:00.001-06:00

Well, I made it past the first two weeks at my new job. I really do like it, but oh so much to learn.
A bonus to this new job is my feet don't hurt from being on them all day!

Another great contest

2008-02-26T20:06:00.002-06:00

Head over to Stitch Pink for a great contest, thanks so much Kim and Chris.

Had a great first day!

2008-02-11T21:44:00.000-06:00

I started my new job today and really enjoyed it. I am a contract administrator for a very large corporation. The company I work for has an onsite nurse and doctor every day, workout center, great cafeteria and so far the people I have met are great. I really think I am going to enjoy my new position.

I will keep you posted.

Snow Day

2008-02-06T17:40:00.000-06:00

This is a quick stitch from Dragonfly Stitches. It was done a 28 count fabric that I can't remember the name of.

This is a view from my backdoor. It has snowed all day.

My Last Day of Retail!

2008-02-01T20:22:00.000-06:00

Well, I made it thru today. It was a tough day, lots of tears from friends and well wishers. They surprised me with a pretty cake and going away presents.

I now don't have to be at my new job until Feb 11. I have 10 days to assemble some kind of business casual attire for my new job. Right now my wardrobe consists of red and khaki colored clothing. This should be fun!!!

Getting ready for my new job!

2008-01-27T20:30:00.000-06:00

I have worked retail for the last 11 and 1/2 years and my feet are killing me. At the end of this week will be my last day in retail. I will start work as a contract administration for a very large corporation. I am excited and a little bit nervous. This means that I will no longer have to work evenings and weekends. What a welcome change. I will keep you posted on my new endeavor.

2008-01-08T17:13:00.000-06:00

Here is a slideshow of some of my recent stitching. Enjoy!

2008-01-08T16:35:00.000-06:00

This was a real quick finish from the Feb 08 JCS magazine

Happy Thanksgiving!!

2007-11-22T20:13:00.000-06:00

Had a great day with my family. I love each and every one of them. They make my life complete. I am truly thankful for them I hope you all enjoyed spending time with whomever you were with today.

As far as my stitching is going I have completed a couple of fast xmas ornaments for nieces and nephews. I picked my daughters gift up from the framer. I am really pleased with it. I will post again soon.

Debbie

Thanks

2007-11-08T18:45:00.000-06:00

Just a short note to say thanks to Kim and Elaine for a nice contest. Can't wait to see the tuck!

Contest at Stitchpink

2007-10-28T09:48:00.001-05:00

Head over to stitchpink.blogspot.com for a great tuck contest in the fight against breast cancer. Thanks

Debbie

End of vacation

2007-10-13T01:07:00.000-05:00

Well, I have only two more days of vacation left. We spent a few days in Galena, Il, and had a great time. We rented an 8 bedroom house and my brothers, sisters, and all our kids stayed there. This is the second year at Galena. We had a huge barbeque and celebrated 4 birthdays. Everyone stayed up late and played cards and scrabble. Had a great time. Looking forward to next year. I got a little stitching done, I am working on a xmas gift for my daughter. Thats all for now.

2007-09-28T23:57:00.001-05:00

adopt your own virtual pet!

Go Cubbies Go

2007-09-28T23:52:00.001-05:00

2007-09-26T13:54:00.001-05:00

adopt your own virtual pet!

Halloween Stitching

2007-09-25T05:59:00.000-05:00

Here is Black Cat from Trix or Treat by blackbird Designs.

Here is Boo from Trix or Treat by Blackbird Designs.

It was a rough weekend in Pittsburgh for the Cubbies!

2007-09-09T19:55:00.000-05:00

My first post

2007-07-05T17:53:00.001-05:00

Well, I finally did it. I have started a blog. I really enjoy reading other blogs. I am sure that mine will not be as creative as some others, but I will give it a try.

I will try to post as often as possible, but I like, others have a full time job, husband and other "required" tasks that need to be taken care of daily.