For Edgar

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Edgar had a birthday and as always I am late in getting anyone anything to their actual birthdate. Edgar was my partner for the Stitching Bloggers birthdays, and I knew when it got closer to the date what I wanted to stitch for him

This is of course Blackbird designs and is taken from the lovely little book that they brought out earlier this year in conjunction with dear Niki, I stitched the little bag using my own choice of colours and then very carefully coffee splashed it to age it slightly, its stitched on 40ct linen, and then I made the strawberry - this is actually from the BD Loose Feathers chart 'Its Berry Time' and I used one of the colours (I forget the DMC number) that was in the bag to make it, and then the little pin cushion is also from the same book and is stitched on 32ct linen. The backing is a Moda fabric.

I added a wee black safety pin and 2 of my MoP buttons that I got from 'Duttons for Buttons' (Ooo how I love that shops name LOL!!)

Edgar likes it so I am happy about that, now to wait for the my next very late birthday gift to arrive at its destination, it had even further to go, so it may take a little longer.

I have been busy stitching a couple of Halloween ornies - yet to be finished finished and I have also made a good dent in my Christmas Ornamant stitching, but as yet now 'finishing' done. I have been really busy working most weekends, and next week I am having a long one away, at my parents as its my birthday then and I am going home for it - the first time in a very long time and I am looking forward to the break and seeing everyone.

I have also finished 'Autumn Bouquet' by Blackbird Designs and its going over with me as is a few of the other picture finishes I have shown over the last few months and I am getting them framed or at least I am hoping to find frames for them.

Hope you are all having a good week and an enjoyable weekend to come, I am at Fobbles on Saturday and then working on Sunday (just 1 day this weekend for a change). I hope too that the weather stays fine its been a glorious day today, but last weekend was horrendous with high winds and heavy heavy rain down pours, I thought it was never going to stop.

26 comments:

Nancy said...

I just saw this on Edgar's blog, and what a birthday treat you haven given him! Your stitching and finishing is as beautiful as ever Su! So many little touches that make everything very special.

I hope you enjoy the week at your parent's home. Sounds like you will be having fun finding some frames, and that gives us more lovely photos to see!

karenv said...

Absolutely gorgeous Su, I'm sure Edgar is thrilled with your lovely gift!

Unknown said...

Su - what beautiful finishes - I just adore that little srawberry. I know I have said it before, but you are so very talented!

Patricia Lessell said...

Boy have you ever been a busy little bee. And, of course, I love everything you have made. Lots of Love Patti xxx

Christine said...

Great Birthday gift for Edgar, I love how you've aged the fabric. I know what you mean about Duttons, the name makes me smile every time I see it

Colleen said...

I saw this on Edgar's blog and it is just lovely! My birthday was the 1st and I won't mind if my present is late...LOL

corinna said...

beautiful , what a treat

Carol R said...

What a great stitch and finish for Edgar's birthday Su - love it!
[[[hugs]]]

Cathy said...

Lucky, lucky Edgar! This is beautiful and worth the wait I'd say.

Cathy ♥

Chocolates4Breakfast (Terri ~ Boog) said...

This is so pretty, Su! Beautiful stitching and finishing - I know Edgar was thrilled!

Anonymous said...

Some more very lovely pieces from your capable hands Su. The little sweetie you made for me is just behind me to the left. I see it many times during the day and I'm thrilled each time. Maria S

CindyMae said...

That is gorgeous!!! Beautiful work!

Dovilė said...

gorgeous Su, I'm sure Edgar likes your lovely gift:)

Giovanna said...

What a beautiful gift, Su, you are so talented!

Deb said...

Great choice for Edgar, Su. I'm sure he'll love it. I like your little additions...makes the whole thing very special. :]

Sally said...

that is gorgeous Su. I bet Edgar loves it.

clob said...

lucky edgar
it really so lovely !!!
please to dicovering yours blog

argone said...

Nicoletta is such a sweet girl ... I met her at Baveno a few days ago for their show. Congratulations !
hugs

Deb said...

What an absolutely sweet piece you did for Edgar! I know that he must have been thrilled to receive it.

Andrea said...

A gorgeous finish.

Karoline said...

What a gorgeous gift for Edgar

Annemarie said...

I've been away for aaaaaaaaaages, and I apologise, Su. I'm very glad to see your stitching is as perfect and gorgeous as ever. Edgar will be over the moon!

Carol said...

Absolutely gorgeous Su! I bet Edgar was thrilled with his birthday gift! :o)

JOLENE said...

What a great gift for Edgar!!! I love the strawberry emery!!!!

BeckySC said...

This is absolutely gorgeous!! WOW!!

Kim B said...

Lucky Lucky Edgar!

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