A neighbor showed me this wonderful form of needlework, called counted cross stitch. The moment I saw it I was hooked. My very first piece was a sampler and they have been my passion ever since. I have stitched for needlework shows, needlework shops, needlework designers as well as gifting family and friends with many pieces over the years. And you should see my house - not a lot of wall space left. But does that stop me? Nooooo!!!!
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| Permin 1852 Blue Sampler |
I also collect embroidery scissors. Not much of a surprise there, huh? My husband brought home a bottle of wine for me one day which I just had to save. Nice, huh?
I am also the owner of a 7 month-old pug named Maggie May (after the Rod Stewart song). My day would not be complete without pug kisses and stitching.
My pictures aren't the greatest so I will work on that eventually. Until then have a great day and hope you enjoy lots of stitching.
Joanne and Maggie
Very nice! :) Sadie says, More pictures of Maggie!
ReplyDeleteYeaaaa, I am so happy you took the plunge!! Your new blog is going to be great, I just know it. Love the Permin sampler...it is gorgeous. And that wine bottle is priceless, LOL! Your hubby has a great sense of humor too!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see pictures of Maggie May and some of your other work...
Stop by to see pictures of my studio reveal...it turned out beautifully...
Happy Stitchin'
Terri
P.S. I was your first follower, LOL! But, you'll have tons more before you know it...
Welcome to blogging! Hope that you like it as much as I do.
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the blogoshpere! Love that permin sampler! Can't wait to see more!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to blog world, I've enjoyed getting back into...there is just so much to read and not enough time!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to blogland, Joanne. The permin sampler is gorgeous and I can't wait to see more of your stitching works. :) Cheers!
ReplyDeletewelcome to blog land Joanne + Maggie :)can't wait to see more of your lovely work and some pics of Maggie (went to rod stewart concert the other year :) adn Dh has a lovely sense of humour :) love mouse xxx
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Welcome Joanne! Saw a post this morning on Terri's blog! Love your sampler and I am looking forward to pictures of your Maggie and your work. I have been stitching even longer than you but only for gifts and personal enjoyment. Good luck!! Rose
ReplyDeleteWelcome on board!~~ You will enjoy all the wonderful friends you make by blogging~~~ Come visit me....Faye
ReplyDeleteWelcome to our world and I am sure we all have walls just like yours in our homes also.
ReplyDeleteBe always in stitches.
Welcome Joanne and Maggie, Your sampler is beautiful and I love the wine bottle. I have a little 17 month old chihuahua that stitches with me. Looking forward to seeing more of your stitching.
ReplyDeleteWelcome to blogging! Be careful...It is addicting and then you won't have as much time to stitch! :o) I have run out of walls as well, but that never stopped me! Look forward to photos of your projects.
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Welcome to blogging. You will have such fun, and your work is amazing. I look forward to your next post.
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Welcome to the world of blogging! I look forward to seeing your WIPs and hopefully some of the lovelies you have on your walls.
ReplyDeleteWelcome!!! I live in Maryland was well, on the eastern shore. I can't wait to see pictures of some of your work. I'm not much of a photographer either, but the stitching speaks for itself.
ReplyDeleteWelcome to blogland Joanne! You will love it here - everyone is so helpful and friendly. I look forward to seeing Maggie May! And as you love scissors please visit my blog to see the ones I won off ebay last weekend!
ReplyDeleteWelcome Joanne to the world of blogging,oh love the label on the bottle-I am assuming it is empty lol.
ReplyDeleteThe sampler is stunning-look forward to more posts.
From here in the UK to there in the US hugs.
Welcome to blogging! I look forward to your updates!
ReplyDeleteYou must share with us what you're working on now. Practice on your picture taking, right ;) I look forward to your next post. Terri has been to one of the weekend retreats here at my store. She's how I found your blog. Welcome to blog land!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to blog land! Can't wait to see more of your beautiful work. Love the finish you shared...
ReplyDeletehappy stitching....