Very First Project |
The Pandas |
This piece was stitched under the careful supervision of Mrs. Leece at Upper Heyford C.E Primary School.
1992
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These adorable creatures were created while on holiday in the EU with my Father.
1996
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Celtic Christmas |
The Pansy Sampler |
This Angel began my addiction to Lavender & Lace patterns. The pattern and supplies were given to me by my Aunt Loraine.
L&L 32
1997
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This pattern was adapted from Thea Dueck's pattern, on the occasion of my older Sister's wedding.
1997
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The Ice Angel |
The Serenity Prayer |
After a bit of a challenge, my sister announced they were expecting their first baby. I thought an Angel would be the most appropriate gift.
Since she was due in the winter, this Angel was even more perfect for little Morgan.
L&L 22
2000
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Designed by D. V. Giampa. Not the most enjoyable piece to stitch, but effective when completed.
2001
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The Angel of the Morning |
The Angel of Light |
I fell in love with the colour combinations of this Angel. When she was finished, it was clear she was for my little sister.
L&L 53
2002
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The inspiration to sew this Angel for my Mother came as soon as I saw the little village she was flying over.
It was also chosen by my Mum because of the green robes, which is her favourite colour.
I won 1st place at the village faire with her!
L&L 7
2003
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Beaded Wedding Sampler |
The Angel of the Sea |
Designed by Needlepoise and was chosen for the wedding of friends while visiting the UK with Evan.
2003
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Since my first niece was given an Angel at her birth, it was only fair that Paige should receive one too. Because my sister's hair is not blonde,
I felt it more appropriate to stitch this Angel with brown hair.
L&L 37
2003
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Nantucket Rose |
The Angel of Hope |
Despite not being an Angel, this pattern touched me in a very homely and ancestral kind of way.
L&L 20
2004
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During the course of my degree, I was inspired to stitch this Angel because she seemed so musical and calming. My favorite colour
also happens to be blue.
L&L 13
2005
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The Lady of the Thread |
In the Arms of an Angel |
This pattern remains a mystery to me. She is supposed to be stitched on black linen, but I stitched her on bright white and added a
treasure braid to the white of her dress.
L&L 3
2005
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To date, one of my crowning achievements. I stitched her specifically at the request of my sister when I unexpectedly became an Aunt
again to little Ella. After stitching 75% of her, I disliked the colour combinations SO much I tore most of it out and added my own
colours. I mixed her sisters' Angels and Celtic Springs' colours for the final result.
L&L 47
2006
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The Faith Sampler |
Another Pansy Sampler |
My parents celebrated their 25th Wedding Anniversary in 2005. I modified this pattern to reflect this occasion.
I won 1st prize in
the village fair with this pattern in 2006.
2006
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This sample was modified and stitched one over one for my cousin's wedding.
2006
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The Angel of Love |
Mother's Tree |
I had not in fact planned to stitch an Angel for my Father, but instead a cope shield. Since that project will take a few years still, this
Angel called out to be stitched. She is 90% beads...
L&L 25
2007
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I was moved by the sentiment of this pattern. How many times do you find a family tree devoted specifically to the maternal
heritage?
L&L 38
2007
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The Angel of Freedom |
The Angel of Grace |
This Angel is the second of two that I have now stitched for my Mum. She is the mirror image of the Angel of Light. I had to convince
my Mum to let me stitch her because she feared when the two were hung together they would fly into each other.
L&L 10
2007
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TBA
L&L 15
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Since I am new to my current office, I did not think I would qualify for any kind of office birthday frivolity. If I had not been talking to one of my colleagues about it at the elevator one day, I probably would not have. However, as the office ladies take celebrating quite seriously, they could not let the opportunity to have a little party in the office pass them by. As I suspected, on arriving at my cubicle that morning there were signs plastering everywhere announcing what day it was. Half way through the morning I am "subtly" escorted into a little meeting room and low and behold -chocolate cake! It is a good day when a chocolate cake is given to you at 10am!!
What birthday would be complete without a paraffin wax pedicure?! I opted for the Smurf revival inspired blue... Next time more sparkles!
1 Comments:
OMG when did you cut your hair????
It's a nice mature look!
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