Sunday, November 20, 2011

Three turkeys and stitching...

These three are ready for turkey.  There's no convincing them that they aren't direct descendants from the original pilgrims either.  We all want to wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving on Thursday. 

Stitching bags!  Who isn't thankful for the great variety of bags out there?  When I started stitching back in the stone age, I think I must have carried my projects in Ziplocs.  I couldn't have imagined that one day I'd have so many fun ones to choose from.  The red and lime green mesh ones were found at Barnes and Noble, and while not actually marketed for stitching, they sure come in handy.  I love the ones made out of the very cool sampler-like fabric.  At a recent trip to the Attic, the teal colored one in the back was spotted.  There were many different ones to choose from, all unique.  Several of us were looking at them at the same time, and it was an absolute frenzy.  It was really funny trying to get the one you fancied the most without being too pushy.  There might have been an elbow or two thrown though.  My friend, Natalia makes awesome stitching wallets.  She has a great eye for selecting fabrics, and the construction is top notch, too.

This little tote came home from South Carolina with me.  It's perfect for carrying my stitching out to the patio.  I bought it from CJ's Creations, who was one of the vendors at the PALS retreat.  They can be embroidered, and come in several colors.  One of the neat things about this tote is that it collapses flat
The model for Hannah Tingey 1823 is finished.  I'm finalizing the chart, and she will be available the first week of December.  I hope you like her.

13 comments:

samplerlover said...

Hi Tanya, love the photo of the pups lol. It is really funny. They look as if they are saying "Look out, she's got the camera again" :) OMG Hannah looks really amazing. I love the deer. He is lovely. I am sure that you are going to do well with this one. Wonderful collection of wallets. Your friend's ones are really lovely. - Sandra.

Natalia said...

Tanya, the pups are so very cute !!! Love Hanna and can't wait for that chart. You do an excellent job at reproducing those samplers !! Thanks for the kind words about my wallets. I love the ones you got at the Attic too !!!

Faye said...

Yeah!!! Love the Hannah chart for sure and cant wait to get my hands on it!!! And, the teal project bag has my name on it!!!

Your furbabies are just too cute in all their Thanksgiving fanfare!!!

Have a safe and blessed Thanksgiving Tanya. Always, Faye

Margaret said...

Well, you already know I'm in love with your Hannah. I need her! But of course I need to finish your Sarah first. lol! Love the pic of your sweet pups all ready for Thanksgiving. Love the stitching wallets too. I love Natalia's wallets -- keep mine busy all the time. :D And that collapsible basket. Want one.....

Sylvia said...

Your photo of the pups is just too funny! I am really looking forward to Hannah, she is so pretty. You are right, Natalia's wallets are so pretty and so well made.
I love mine.

Katrina said...

Love the project bags!!!! I may have to check Barnes and Noble for those red mesh ones :-). Of course, I own a zillion Natalia bags so maybe I don't need them, LOL.

Cannot wait for Hannah, she is spectacular :-)!!!!!

Sweet puppies too!!!!

Dona said...

Well, the girls and HB make very cute Pilgrims!

Hannah is such a pretty sampler. I love the sweet deer and all of the birds and butterflies flying around the house.

I confess I still use Ziplocs, but one of Natalia's wallets is on my list to purchase soon.

Hope you and the Pilgrims have a great Thanksgiving!

Michelle said...

Love your turkeys!!! I love having nice project bags for my stitching...as opposed to zip-top bags, which is what I usually use. LOL! Can't wait for Hannah - she's fabulous!!!

Fiona said...

Love all you stitching bags. Looking forward to seeing the chart of your new design. Your puppies look adorable all ready for Thanksgiving

marly said...

Hannah's peek looks amazing! I love houses and the colors are great. Your pups crack me up. I found several stitching bag blogs and bought all this sampler fabric to make my own. Ain't gonna happen! Have a great Thanksgiving.

Anonymous said...

Tanya, Hannah is even more beautiful than I imagined. I'm counting the days until December! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Hugs to you - kelley

Sherry said...

The pups are so cute all dressed up for Thanksgiving. I can't wait for Hannah.

Stitch Wizard said...

I justlove Hannah and my husband told me to get myself a birthday present for myself and this is what I want from him. My bd id Dec.8 and when this is ready to buy I will be ready. I am just loving Sarah Elizabeth Brooke. It is a really fun stitchfor me! I love red and brick too.:))