Happy Halloween Update!
I hope everyone is having a Happy Halloween! I got a lot done this weekend, made two pillows, loaded software onto our new computer and even found time to go shopping. ;) Below are pics of the white pumpkin project that I made into a pillow. This is the first "flanged" pillow I've ever made or a "ravioli" pillow as I like to call them. ;) I think it turned out great, but the outer flanges were a lot bigger than I would like, which makes it a bit floppy. But since I did this w/out a pattern and it's my first attempt I think it's pretty great. :)
This is the back of the pillow, I love this fabric. I got it on sale and bought enough so I could use it again next year. :)
This is the second pillow I made. It has "devil" trim on it, in other words I had a devil of a time with attaching the trim. I had a heck of a time sewing this trim as it was WAY too thick for my sewing maching. But I managed to get it attached and all in all it looks pretty good. This is a project I made for the 4th of July but since I was moving then I never got it finished up. It makes a cute pillow and the "devil" fringe is a nice touch. :)
Here is the back of the pillow, very patriotic! ;) If you want to see larger versions of these pillows, go to my gallery and you can click smaller pics of the pics to see larger versions.
http://institches.zap3x.com/mystitching/2005completed.html
This is a freebie pattern that my LNS lady gave to me I made this as a Xmas gift for someone. It only took a few hours to complete, even w/ the specialty stitches.
And lastly I leave you with a pic of my "trying to be spooky" cat! Greg took this yesterday, he calls it "Cat Behind Bars" LOL I couldn't believe that Jesse just sat there and let him take her picture, she must've been in a photogenic
mood. ;)
mood. ;)
Have a safe and happy Halloween!
4 comment(s):
Great finishes. Indeed you did a lot this weekend. The backing fabric of your patriotric pillow gives a delusional 3D-effect. Very original. Ann.
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Anonymous, at
10/31/2005 12:13 PM
Oh, oh, oh - those are some wonderful and inspiring finishes you've posted. Your white pumpkin is simply inspired. You've made a believer of me, through-and-through. :-)
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mainely stitching, at
10/31/2005 3:16 PM
Great finishes, Kim! This is the aspect I like least in x-stitch (implies sewing, yuck!). Thanks for your encouragements on my blog!
I love your cat, she looks so cute behind these bars... Don't you think that being loved by a cat is a true compliment indeed?! (reminds me of someone...).
One thing is sure: to me, a cat in a room is the most beautiful "decoration" you can look at...
Hugs!
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Leeland, at
11/01/2005 10:20 AM
Hi Kim and Greg!
I just want to say how impressed I am with your finishes! I have just browsed through your gallery and this was a great start for today! (it's 8 am here). Kim, you are very lucky to share your passion for xstitch with Greg... and vice versa... Your designs are so well chosen! Could you tell me where I could find them online? Those Bent Creek, Mosey and Me... I'm afraid I couldn't find them here in French shops. I think I'll be dreaming all day...
Thanks for sharing!
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Leeland, at
11/02/2005 1:15 AM
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