Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Autumn Song



This is the first ever Blackbird Design that I stitched. I bought everything to do the finishing myself and after putting it off for months realized that "I" would not be doing it and gave it to my finisher. I picked it up yesterday and I am quite pleased with how it looks.

I decided that it was time for a couple of small exchanges so I am doing three Halloween ornament exchanges. I have already stitched one, so two more to go! I pulled out all of my Halloween stitching and YIKES! I scared myself with how many patterns I have! Yes, I am still going to buy the BBD Halloween book and fabrics. I went though my threads and pulled what I already have and that will save some $. I also plan to get several of the new LK patterns. I have a few "must haves" every year. They are JCS Halloween and Ornament issues, LK Tiny Tidings, LK Santa, PS annual Santa and any Halloween or Christmas books if I like them, and this year I have purchased every Blackbird design and Loose Feathers project. And believe me, I don't think I saved any money with this plan but I have the things I want the most =)

What are your "must haves" each year?

Have a great day =)

8 comments:

Natasha said...

Paula,
AS looks fantastic.. I cant wait to start on mine again I am doing a SAL for this starting Sept 1st

Sandra said...

Paula, I think you could probably have made a better job yourself, your finisher ought to be ashamed of herself.

Katrina said...

It's gorgeous. stitching and finishing! I don't know about you but I love my finisher :-).

Marie said...

My "must haves" ~ That would be just about EVERYTHING!

Wow, I love your latest finish, that is truly beautiful and such a great design.

Lucky you to have all of those BBD patterns, you won't regret those purchases. I look forward to pics of each and every one of them. :D

Unknown said...

What a lovely set. It looks perfect in that box!

Nina said...

Wow, it is so fabulous and looks beautiful! Perfect work :)

Must have list... :D Too long and mine is longer year by year :)))

Sharlotte said...

Paula ,
This has been one of my favorite BBD for a long time.Looks beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

N. Maria said...

Wow! I love your Autumn Song! I love to embroider, too.
I am glad you joined the HMG. :)
Maria H