Well folks! Did you think I left the country? Seems like I've been gone for ages, but I guess 10 days can seem like forever when you're busy. Well I won't hold you in suspense....haha. My sweet husband took me to the beach for my birthday, we were gone 4 days. I was able to visit the Salty Yarns while I was gone and found something I think you'll all like. This is the Jingle Mini Bag by Shepherd's Bush. It comes with the pattern, bag, pearle cotton and I have ordered the buttons for it as well. They didn't have them in the store at the time, but I'll be going back in early November so I'll pick them up then. I will have it ready to mail when I go to the retreat and will drop it in the mail then so you'll have time to stitch it before Christmas! Here's a picture...
So I've been working on a SAL with my English pal, Ms. Mouse. We both finished yesterday! This is Simple Gifts by Jeanette Douglas stitched on 36 count Dirty Tea Cup one over two. Now to figure out how to fully finish this on the spool as the pattern suggests.
It's still pretty busy here at DJ's Digs so as soon as the dust settles, I'll get my thinking cap on! I've been working on Spooky Treats Pincushion by Victoria Sampler as well. I guess you'd say I'm about halfway done. There are some words and some buttons and spider webs still to stitch, then the top. Although while stitching this I thought it might look good in a frame...so while I continue stitching, I'll be deciding how to fully finish this.
I mentioned my husband took me away for the weekend to our favorite place. While I didn't catch any dramatic sunrises, I did catch some pretty shots of our trip. We visited Assateague while we were there. I love going out to see the wild ponies. We found some close by....
and we found some out in the tall marsh grass where they like to graze.
They are such beautiful animals! We played several rounds of mini golf, walked along the boardwalk, did some shopping at a quilt store and a needlework store, and found some new restaurants to try. It was so relaxing. I love the off season at the beach!
I'm super busy this week so I don't know when or if I'll get any stitching done. I'll try to write a few more posts before the end of the month and remind you to get your yearly exams! It's so important to catch it early. Do it for yourself, but also for those who love you and want you around for a good long time! Happy Stitching!
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