*Michelle is here in Philadelphia, and I'm afraid I hounded her until she agreed to meet. Jenna, Michelle, and I and Terry, Eric, and the dude (who does have a name) went to Jones. I made little gifts for them because, you know, I only put 10,000 things on my to-do list for August--I've got all the time in the world! But they were fun--good stitching for the commute.Left: Friendship Grows, Lizzie*Kate freebie here (pdf)
Graziano linen cream/natural
All sorts of fiber substitutions
JABC buttons
Finishing: ladder stitched edges, "stuffed" with foam core board, organza ribbon hanger (unfortunately it shows through the back I should have put batting on the foam core board, but you know, the craft room is in boxes in the basement).
How perfect is that fabric? I am so impressed with myself! (With the match, the finishing leaves something to be desired. There's too much white, and I wish I had time to make a nice blue cord. It really needed blue cord.)
Treasured Trio I
Sweetheart Tree
Unknown white evenweave.
Called for fibers.
Fabulous finishing fabric found at Joann's; white cord also purchased.
Finished as flat fold.
Edited to add: Duh, I had fun! It was really nice to meet Michelle and Eric and to see Jenna and Terry again. Jenna, we are totally taking you up on the offer!
6 comments:
Adorable finishes!
Both finishes are so cute - and the fabric really is a great match. :)
Glad you had a great time, you made lovely gifts for Michelle and Jenna.
Joanne
Your pictures truly don't do either piece justice. I just love the Sweetheart Tree and your stitching is perfect. I think you did a great job of the finishing, as well! I might actually take it in to work and hang it in my cube, since I spend more of my life in that section of space than any other place in the world.
And what a beautiful cube you will have, Jenna!
I second Jenna's comment, the photos don't do either piece justice. They are beautiful, and so well made. Thank you thank you thank you! I had so much fun, and dinner with the four of you was one of the highlights of a wonderful trip! I think mine may come to work with me as well.
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