A scissor fob for June

Hey everybody! Thought I would finally show you the project I last worked on.

Bent Creek, The Littles, Bunny

32ct lambswool, 2 over 2

This is the little scissor fob I made for June. It was her birthday yesterday and she decided to wait until then to open it. I took these pictures a week and a half ago when the peonies were still in bloom.

32ct lambswool, 2 over 2

I found the perfect letter J for her in a book from our library. I wanted one with flowers, since she loves gardening so much. The book is titled101 Weekend Cross Stitch Gifts by Lesley Teare. I used "Love Letters". I am very happy that June likes it very much.♥

I love this little bunny very much. I received this chart from Sally and stitched it up. Then I realized it would be great for June who loves rabbits. I am going to stitch him up again for myself, after I finish the poodle! Then I will pass on the Bent Creek chart. :)

I totally forgot to tell June until this very moment! I placed a 2012 American penny in that fob. Thought that would be fun and give it a little weight. :)

I am still stitching on my latest poodle magnet. I really like this one. It is my favorite thus far.♥

I am reading The Tale of Castle Cottage by Susan Wittag Albert. I like it. I have liked this whole series by her. It is The Cottage Tales of Beatrix Potter. They are based on her life in the Lake District. You know, Booklist says it best regarding these books- "A consistently charming series."

Hello to Teresa, my new follower. I am glad you found me. New followers are always welcome here!

Thank you for your many wonderful comments my friends. You are appreciated.♥ Have a fantastic day now.

Stitching and praying,
Vickie

Fellow Readers Out There ?? And Stitchy Stuff Too!

Good morning everyone!
How are you all keeping?  We received at least 4 inches of snow last evening.  The thick, heavy, wet stuff.

Do any of you enjoy Beverly Lewis books?  I have read every single one of her adult books.  I am sure her many, many children's books are great too.  The topic for her fiction is the Amish.  I was interested in the Amish about 10 years ago, and came across her fiction at the library. 

She is a talented writer.  She loves to write series.  Yes, eventually the young Amish Miss ends up happy, but I enjoy the insight into a lifestyle we do not know a lot about.

How about Susan Wittag Albert?  I had never heard of her before last year.  I came across a book of hers in the library.  I went and searched for the first in the series, The Beatrix Potter Mysteries.  They are innocent fun.  They are based on Beatrix Potter.  She happens to have a gift for solving mysteries. And the animals talk in these books. Only to each other I might add. :)  Well, they are a fun read, not  truly challenging in the mystery solving department really.

Which leads me to the next book I read this year, Forbidden from the Book of Mortals.  This is a new book from Ted Dekker.  He is a very talented writer.  He does write very challenging mysteries.  I love that.  I think I have something figured out, and then he gives you a big twist, and a few more turns.  This latest book has left me wanting to read the next RIGHT NOW!

I am currently stitching an Irish piece.  I am hoping to get this finished off in time for St. Patrick's Day.  I have been trying to get one small seasonal piece finished completely for each month.  So why don't I show you the piece I finished for February. 

Valentine Poodles

back of Valentine piece

I found this pattern online as a knitting pattern actually.  It is decades old. It was to be the front of a child's sweater.  I fell in love with the two of them. :)

It is stitched on 28 ct rose evenweave.  I found that perfect trim at JoAnn's.  Tiny, little white pom poms.  It makes me think of poodles. :)  The backing fabric I had left over from a blouse I sewed for myself this last summer.  I lined it with interfacing and filled it with crushed walnut shells.

Thanks for visiting today.  I read every single comment and appreciate every one too.  Thank you. :)
Vickie