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Wednesday, 10 March 2010

At last - Beatrix Potter!

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Here is Beatrix Potter in all her glory. Tomorrow is my sister Sue's 60th birthday and this, after a year's long slog, is her gift. I am quite safe posting a picture today as she does not read blogs, in fact she doesn't even own a computer! I chose a simple frame which I think compliments this sampler. I am so glad I persevered with the stitching and, as much as I disliked it during said stitching, I now think it looks rather beautiful! I am writing a piece which I will attach to the back; I had meant for it to be inserted inside the framing so that maybe, in say 200 years, time someone would open it and find it but I am sure a piece laminated and stuck to the back will suffice.

No stitching yesterday as my cold has got worse and so I just slobbed out in front of the tv. I also woke up with 'sticky' eyes this morning - maybe they are protesting at the amount of miniature stitching they are expected to deal with?

Thanks for visiting

Take care

Labels: Beatrix Potter Quaker SAL

42 Comments:

On 10 March 2010 at 11:22, Lesleyanne

Your Beatrix Potter piece is simply gorgeous and the frame compliments it so well.
On 10 March 2010 at 11:36, Margaret

Beautiful, and I love the frame! What a lovely present for your sister! I bet she'll love it! Feel better.
On 10 March 2010 at 12:13, Nic

That looks fabulous - the frame sets off the stitching beautifully.

Your sister is very lucky!
On 10 March 2010 at 12:16, Vonna Pfeiffer

It is beautiful Carol...honestly it is stunning! Your sister is lucky and I think writing and laminating a piece on the back is wonderful!
On 10 March 2010 at 13:01, Heidi

It's simply lovely Carol, and how fortunate your sister is to receive this beautiful gift!
On 10 March 2010 at 13:12, Anonymous

gorgeous.
On 10 March 2010 at 14:29, Nicki

It's gorgeous! What are the fabric and thread? They look really pretty together :)
On 10 March 2010 at 14:58, Berit

Lovely. What a surprise your sister has in store for her! :D
On 10 March 2010 at 15:22, Loraine

This is absolutely beautiful! You did a wonderful job! Hope your sister likes it. Happy Birthday to her.
On 10 March 2010 at 16:10, BeckySC

ABSOLUTELY Gorgeous!!!
On 10 March 2010 at 16:25, Melissa

Congratulations, Carol. What a beautiful piece! Your sister will love it!

I hope you feel better soon. I find seasonal changes always bring on colds and things!
On 10 March 2010 at 16:30, Nina

Wow, this is amazing!! Such a great work!
On 10 March 2010 at 16:48, Pat

It's beautiful Carol. I would love to be your sister!
On 10 March 2010 at 16:49, Catherine

It's beautiful! You'll have to be sure and share your sister's reaction!

I do hope you feel better!
On 10 March 2010 at 17:32, valerie

Beautiful! I'm sure that Sue will love it and I hope she has a wonderful birthday!
On 10 March 2010 at 17:52, Melinda

Lovely!
This is absolutely beautiful!
On 10 March 2010 at 18:32, Tommye

It's beautiful! the frame sets it off just right. I'm sure your sister will love it. What a great gift of love.
On 10 March 2010 at 18:33, Michele

Wow, I love it! What a wonderful gift for your sister :)
On 10 March 2010 at 18:47, Irene

Beautiful and I love the personal touches you put in.
On 10 March 2010 at 20:20, Sue in Australia

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL Carol. I'm sure your sister will love it.
On 10 March 2010 at 20:24, Anna Zont

Carol, your Beatrix Potter piece is absolutely gorgeous!!!
On 10 March 2010 at 20:44, Kathy A.

Absolutely stunning piece. I think your frame is perfect. Your sister will love it!
On 10 March 2010 at 20:52, glamlawlib

Wow! She is stunning, I'm sure you're sister will love it, perfect! :)
On 11 March 2010 at 12:50, Carol

Hi Carol! Thank you so much for visiting my blog and leaving such a nice comment. I'm always happy to meet another "Carol!"

What a truly special gift you have stitched for your sister. The frame is perfect for it and I'm sure she will be touched with your present...
On 11 March 2010 at 13:40, Anonymous

It is beautiful - remember you wanted to give it away ? What a waste it would have been : I am sure your sister will love it and be grateful for the long (sometimes reluctant) hours you put into it.
On 11 March 2010 at 19:16, Sunny

Beautiful! Watching you stitch this piece is when I feel in love with it. Plan on staring mine soon.I know your sister will love it.

Hugs
On 11 March 2010 at 21:48, Michele B.

It's justbp exquisite. Beatrix herself would have been proud of you! What a lucky sister you have.
On 11 March 2010 at 22:08, Edgar

Your BP is just magnificent!!! A great finish and beautifully framed!
On 12 March 2010 at 01:01, Yuko

Oh Carol!!! Your BP is absolutely gorgeous!!!!
Just Beautiful in the simple frame, I really honored of you as my SMILe!! Great mum!!
On 12 March 2010 at 01:32, staci

Oh Carol! It is absolutely amazing!! I'm sure your sister will be overjoyed with this amazing gift :)

Hope that you are feeling better...I hate that sticky-eye feeling, ugh!
On 12 March 2010 at 08:50, Brigitte

Oh Carol, what a wonderful finish. The frame fits perfectly and I'm sure your sister will be aaahing and oooohing over thsi fantastic gift.
On 12 March 2010 at 16:58, pj

Gorgeous piece and what a lucky sister you have! That is such a touching gift and when she thinks of the time and effort you put into it her heart will melt! pj
On 12 March 2010 at 17:46, Andrea

A gorgeous finish.
On 12 March 2010 at 20:25, Karan

The frame suits it perfectly - superb piece. Your DSis is very lucky. :0)
Hope you feel much better soon.
On 12 March 2010 at 22:46, Patricia Lessell

It's simply stunning I am so sure that your sister will treasure this for ever and ever.
Lots of Love
Patti xxx

P.S. I wish I was your sister that's for sure.
On 13 March 2010 at 10:47, Susimac

2 WORDS - Simply stunning
On 13 March 2010 at 14:59, Solstitches

Wow! Your BP looks fabulous Carol. Your sister must be over the moon with her gift.

Margaret
On 13 March 2010 at 20:59, Karoline

Beatrix is stunning, great framing
On 13 March 2010 at 23:43, Teri

Love it! The colors, design, and frame are perfect for one another. What a treasure for your sister!
On 14 March 2010 at 15:21, Susan @ Real Girl Designs

It's stunning, Carol! I'm sure your sister will be thrilled with it. I think the frame is lovely.
On 14 March 2010 at 18:53, Stef

Happy Birthday to your sister - and what a wonderful present to celebrate her special day!
On 31 December 2010 at 15:15, Lili

wow! a stunning work!