Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Stitching with the Wind!


Happy to be stitching again.  This time I joined a stitch along with an online shop in Australia.  For one bundle price you were offered over a week multiple stitching projects.  It didn't hurt that my favorite stitching designer Janelle Wind was involved.  This is just one of the projects I am going to do out of the stitch along series.


It was exciting to fill my casseroles with new project pieces.   Equally exciting to empty them I might add.  The pattern is Orange Blossom by Janelle Wind.  It is a sweet little table runner with lots of potential for many spots in my studio.  Of course it will be reversible too.  


I haven't quite gotten the hang of the tuck method of embroidery so I went back to the method I like of heat and bond.  I have a thing about clean edges. 


Multiple mistakes in the past have helped me realize it is easier to number my pieces in a grid for placement.  Another fall back is to take a picture.  The numbers are faster though,


This fabric by Moda, Dream On is growing on me.  At first it appeared very 70's.  In fact one of the pieces looks like a sheet set I recall having.  However it really is bright and sunny.


Layout complete....let the stitching begin!

Thank you all for your sweet comments and support.
  I love them.  
It is so nice to know that something you love is appreciated.
I am linking this up to Very Merry Vintage Styles lovely Share the Love party. 
Take a peek to see everyones lovelies.

10 comments:

  1. retrorevival.bizJune 7, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Oh my, Renee! This is so pretty. Love the happy colors!
    ~Cindy

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  2. Into VintageJune 7, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    I smiled because I take pics too of anything I'm sewing that's in pieces. Seems things get blown around a little easily in my house. :-)

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  3. Musings from Kim K.June 7, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    Such cheerful colors. Yellow is always a favorite of mine. I'll be sure to share this post with my Mom. Happy Tuesday!

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  4. BeccaJune 7, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    I love the fabric. I use yards and yards of heat and bond, makes everything easier.

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  5. donnaJune 7, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    I love the colors you are using. Can not wait to see it finished.
    Hugs
    donna

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  6. Hearts TurnedJune 7, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    It's so charmingly adorable, Renee! Very 70's inspired, isn't it?! I love how sunshiny and happy it is--it will be difficult to feel down when that's on display in your home! Looking forward to seeing the finished product!

    Julie--A Vintage Chic

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  7. fee @ chipper nellyJune 8, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Hey Renee - just had a lovely little catch up (/holiday washing avoidance)
    70's fabric - love
    CK gifts - always worth the wait
    teeny tiny aprons - adorable
    strawberries - yum (home grown??? amazing)
    caught up...check
    fee ♥

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  8. NanJune 8, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    great color combos there Renee. I'm a heat and bond type myself having done very little of this. Looks like your project is coming along so well with your talent it can't fail!

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  9. very merry vintage styleJune 8, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    Such bright and happy colors. Can't wait to see the finished product! Thanks for linking this post to Share the Love Wednesday!
    Mary

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  10. A Few PenniesJune 11, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    Sweet fabrics--love the sunny, summery colors!

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