Stumpwork Tree update

I just wanted to share a pic of my tree update. I was trying to make pomegranates for the tree but I like the way the acorns look on this tree better, so off with the pomegranate and on with more acorns. Sorry I tried the pomegranates but maybe on another tree. Donna

Hosting A Stitching Group At Yankee Cross Stitch

Well here I am again, Just spoke with Erica from Yankee Cross Stitch and talked about having a stitch group there. It will start in November and will meet every other Tuesday from 10:00am to 1:00pm. If you are interested please check in with her. It should be fun, I have alot of stitching to catch up on and would love to help anyone that has any questions and maybe share some stump work or stitching techniques. Her number is 603-964-9434 or www.yankeecrossstitch.com Hope to see you there in the beautiful New Hampshire seacoast. Also just to mention Yankee Cross Stitch has my other trunk show. I've split up my trunk shows into 2 because I have to many models to send out to one shop, they take up to much space. If your in the seacoast area please take a peek. Maybe I'll see you there, Donna

Trunk Show Going To Contoocook Needlework Gallery

Hi everyone just a quick note to tell you that my trunk show "B" will be visiting Contoocook Needlework Gallery. So if you're out viewing the beautiful New England Foliage please stop by and visit. They're located at Fountain Square in Contoocook Village at 902 Main St, Contoocook NH Tel 603-746-2391 or visit at www.contoocookneedleworkgallery.com

Stump Work Tree Class Peek

Good Morning! What a beautiful day, a bit chilly but it's good. I've been working on a deadline for a class submission and here is a peek of a tree. I just laid down the foundation and I have to fill in the top layer. The look I'm going for is a reproduction of traditional stumpwork. So think old for me and wish me luck. Have a great day, Donna

Peek At Whats Stitching

Hi everyone. What a gloomy day here, but thats ok. It keeps me home and stitching. ** I have a stumpwork project I'm working on. I'm working on the mound, trying colors, and sizes. I'm going to submit some projects to teach and I have to get going. Those deadlines.** Also I am working on "Rolling Hills Of Winter", so heres a peek.**Well I need to clean the house and try to wake up but it sure would be a great day for a nap,I have to finish my work first. Talk Later, Donna

Sneak Peek "Rolling Hills Of Autumn"

Hi everyone, I just finished a new design called "Rolling Hills Of Autumn" Here are some pics. I'll give more info tomorrow. But I do have a "Rolling Hills Of Winter" in the making too. It was fun to stitch. I used algerian eye, rhodes stitch and some satin also along with cross stitch.

Sneak Peek New Snowman Design

Hi, I've been working on this snowman and thought I would share a peek with you. I've been planning alot of class's, stumpwork, fabric painting, and my stitch book. As soon as I have more to share I will. Until then keep smiling and stitching, Donna

Class Preview "Stitch Notebook"

I thought I would share some photos of some things I've been working on lately. I plan on giving a class at Yankee Cross Stitch in North Hampton NH. I'm planning a "Stitch Notebook". We will learn a whole bunch of different stitches and make samples for a notebook. We will also receive a pattern to try out these stitches on. We will use that design to make a cover for our stitchbook. I haven't figured out all the specifics yet but I'm working on it. Here are some pics of my design with all the stitches we will learn. I will post a pic of the notebook as soon as
I finish the cover and maybe I'll have more info then, Donna.

Avrils Stumpwork

I wanted to share a picture of one of the students work in our year long stumpwork class. This is Avrils piece that she finished and framed. It looks so good. Everyone made their own changes to their homework pieces. They made them their own. I am so proud of her work and she actually finished it. Better than me, I'm still on those borders. I'll still try to get in touch with the other people in the class and see if they could share their pictures with us too. Donna

Frostys Tree Trimmers

Hi everyone. I finished my new designs. These went pretty fast for stitching, they make great ornaments. You could add some beads for a little sparkle. Maybe I'll try that on some that I make as gifts. Stitching all four in a grouping , or in a row is another idea.

I made Dad (in the black hat), Mom ( in the red hat), Baby( in the green bonnet), and one plain with no hat. You could also print someones Name underneath the ornament to make them personal. Well I'm on to my next project.

Donna