My little pink pets are multiplying. Now we have two chicks (from Elyse) and a pink Scottie (from Meri.) Do you think they’re happy? They seem to be.
You realize, don’t you, that I am actually providing a close-up view of my amateurish attempts at embroidery? What am I thinking?
Square #2. A curtained window with a glimpse of spring – can you tell where my thoughts are? I’m making a discovery with each square – this one taught me that I should outline the square first, as I did in square #1. Lesson learned. I notice the window panes are a tad crooked, just like the ones here at MHC.
I’m off to start my research on the Shakespeare being done this summer at the Rep. The dollhouse has been cleared from the table temporarily. In its place: scripts and lots of books. I’ve made a deal with myself – I can do some fun things if I work on the texts in the morning. We’ll see how this works out.
(Pink flower watercolor from Helene)
Marsha (Sassy Mini Dolls) says
If it was perfect, Claudia, it wouldn’t be handmade! I think you did a wonderful job! I’ll have to post one day my cross stitch from YEARS ago!
Love your darling pink critters and that print is GORGEOUS!!!
((Hugs))
Marsha
GWENDOLYN says
Claudia,
I think your embroidery looks great! I agree with Marsha.. it looks great home made. I also love the pink flower picture… gorgeous!
Blessings!
Gwen
GardenofDaisies says
Claudia, You are on a journey of discovery with your embroidered sampler! EAch day you will learna new things and by the end of the 39 days, you are going to be an amazing pro at all sorts of stitches! Speaking of 39, I watched “The 39 Steps” on Masterpiece Sunday night. Love that show.
Your pink watercolor roses are beautiful, and made more fun with the addition of the little pink critters from your friends!
Pamela Jane says
I’m thinking this fun way of stitching is just great, crooked windows and all!
Melanie@The Old White Cottage says
The chicks are adorable and I love the little window!
Karyn Bernard (French Charming) says
Awww…your pink pets are adorable!
Your latest square is so sweet, the window is adorable and I love the colors!
Have fun researching sweet Claudia!
Hugs,
Karyn
Bryanna Lenan says
awwww… this is so adorable!! I love the idea of the window!! WOW!! Keep it going… I cant wait to see more!!
Bryanna
http://www.thecanaryscupcake.blogspot.com
julie says
Hi Claudia…Oh what I would give to sit and do something like that. It is really pretty. Have a great day…julie
janimal says
I think they are both VERY cute. Adore the rose button.
Cheryl says
Claudia, your sampler will be perfect. Your embroidery panes are for all of us to treasure.
Meri Wiley says
Hey lady,
Quit being so hard on yourself. Your work is wonderful, full of character and love. Never be embarrassed about your work when it’s done with love and joy because you bring love and joy to others when you share.
Hugs,
Meri
Lorrie says
Your window square is just charming! And I love the watercolour roses. They look so loose and natural.
Lorrie
Kim says
the pink scottie is so cute! I think we should continue to learn in every creative endeavor- if it’s perfect where would the fun and challenge be? I adore both squares- a glimpse of spring is what we need right now! Have a wonderful day Claudia♥
Sweet Cottage Dreams says
ohhhhh….those little pink treats are wonderful! gadzooks …. squeal! loooooove them! how wonderful are our blog friends? the best!!! (like YOU!)
your blog is always a sweet retreat. so lovely, fresh and just plain cute!
xoxo
becky
stefanie says
what a great job on your embroidery!!! and I love the little pink chicks!
CARMELINA LOUNSBURY says
it’s perfectly charming…when all your squares are filled in..it is going to look amazing…and the compilation of all of them is what I can’t wait to see!
ciao bella
Dogwood says
Sweet little square needle work. It is very hard. I used to do lots of hand stitch work but now I do more knitting. Anyway, I really like what you are doing. Love the pink water color and pink little chicks…the little dog is sweet.
Elyse says
eeeps! how fun to see the little chicks! i just love those tiny things.
to play or not to play, that is the question.
the answer: yes! play!
xo
elyse
Lori says
your stitching looks great Claudia!!! i might try this too…we shall see…i love your little pink animals!!!
Lynn@ The Vintage Nest says
As long as it’s from the heart…..those are the only stitches that count. :) Love yur pink chicks.
Terri says
Your little Scottie dog is the absolute perfect pink! I love him!
And your embroidery looks fab to me. I wish I could start off that good!
Have fun. Enjoy.
the gardeners cottage says
Hi Claudia,
I am totally enamoured with your embroidery. Can’t wait to see the finished product.
~janet
Lisa says
Love your pink sweeties!! I have chicks they are fun but the scottie is great! I’ve never seen one of those!! ENJOY!!
Hugs, Lisa
Sabiha Barkey says
The pink chicks are sweet like you!
Your embroidery looks fine to me…never have seen mine did you?
It is simply something I can not do,and I will not try it again,haha!
Claudia please come over to my blog and sign in for my giveaway,you never know?
sabihax
Julia says
cute little pink pets!!! Your square says spring to me! It snowed here today!
Zuzu says
Oh, sooooo sweet! I also love the watercolor below!
You’re doing great w/ the embroidery, Claudia! And I love the Spring theme. It’s 35 degrees here – warmest it has been in months, so Spring is a comin’!
Hugs,
Zuzu
Tallulah Belle says
beautiful embroidery … I would never even attempt it.
It will be gorgeous when you have done all 39.
I love me some Shakespeare :-) I only used to live about an hour away from Stratford so would go to the RSC often.
Jeanne says
I just love your little stitched window Claudia. Adorable!
xo
jeanne
Cozy Little House says
That painting is gorgeous! You’ve got me longing for a dollhouse now. I told my husband if he’d have gotten into woodworking with the hobby stuff I bought him years ago, he could have made me one. Yeah, right.
Brenda
Peach Blossom Hill says
Pretty embroidery and cute little pink animals!
Jody
Jill says
I love your little window– such a great idea! (I may have to steal it!) Well, I’m off to stitch…
Hugs,
Jill
The Quintessential Magpie says
Cute as can be, Claudia! I think your embroidery looks great. Love both squares. Can’t wait to see what’s next.
And your pinkies do, indeed, look happy!
XO,
Sheila :-)
Thrifty Miss Priss says
i just love all the 39 days stitching i’m seeing! I have such LIMITED stitching skills that I hesitate to sign up…now I’m thinking I want to do it anyway! Love the window Claudia! It’s just adorable!