Love

Hi, everyone! I finally got my pictures to start posting, and of course, I have to post my pictures of Dante... love... sweet... perfect... blessing... funny... cute... captivating I miss him!

Dante 8/21/08

A new blog, and a scent

First, I would like to share with you a link to a new blog, that kept me thoroughly entertained today. Art and Ghosts http://artandghosts.typepad.com/my_weblog/ It is a bit random, but I love a lot of it. And the author`s writing is interesting. I just had a scent of flowers pass through my room, and it took a moment to realize it was yesterdays perfume on my sweatshirt ... lol thats what I get for visiting a ghostly art site lol Laura

Colleen, you make me laugh!

Here are the links, sorta to my layout pages (2 out of the 3) and you definitely could say that the colors match my kitchen... Most people would probably not be as adventurous, but mine are sunset colors... light to brightish orange, lt blue, some stained blue wood, blue tiles on the counters and beige venetian tiles on the floor with the blue tile pattern inlay. I will take pics one day :) the curtains are beige, the trim is dark walnut and, well... it is still a work in progress. But it is my style. :) Laura http://digital-scrapbook-art.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1262
orange rust brown and blue nice butterflys and stitch element
http://digital-scrapbook-art.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1193
this really plays well with the creative side of the blog

Starting Fresh

So I am trying to get everything back in order... here, and at home... work has a new plan, and I think I will have less stress so if I can get everything else right perhaps I can feel less stress all in all :) Here there will be a new look to the blog. I am sure you will love it. I have seen the scrapbook papers used for the digital layout and picked 3 of my grandsons pictures to adorn the page because he is so cute, and I want to always see these pictures:) Hope all is well with you. Any advice on the best place to keep your pictures on the web as far as ease getting them to google? I started a photobucket account, but I am not sure this is the best one ..??? Let me know... thanks :) Laura

I'm still around! Sorry!

I am so sorry you guys. This move has been a nightmare. We are driving to Idaho on September 1 and we still don't have an address. So I'm a little stressed. We thought we had a rental house lined up, and the people didn't get back to me until after it had been rented to someone else for a week. Needless to say, I was unhappy with them. We're waiting and praying for a quick approval on an application, since we're almost out of time. I mailed round 3 to Pixie, and I sent the lottery piece to Vanessa, along with presents and a note begging their forgiveness. Once we're settled, I'll be back on track. I received the most recent piece from Colleen, and it will be moving in the car with me, so I'll know where it is. I'm a fast stitcher (sometimes) and I think I'll be able to complete the next round before we mail again. My e-mail address will also be changing, but of course without an address I can't set it up! My cell phone number will not change, so that will still work. My computer has not connected to our wireless network since May (grrrr), so I have to make sure it's hard-wired to the modem once it's set up. I'm tempted to just not move the giant piece of junk and get a new one, but that's not the most practical solution. So everything's fine, we're still alive and in the Seattle area for the next 5 (gulp!) days! Andrea

Received round 4

I just received round 4 in the mail, here's a pic:

Blog Makeover

Well, I have been busy lately! I have pics of my grandson who is 3 months old today... :) he and I spend every weekend together, and a few hours in between. I love him so much :) I am getting a blog makeover as we speak :) so when you come back to find we look completely different, I hope you like it! Dont be surprised! I am working with Vheil`s Designs, and she is just wonderful! Not too pricey either! I have added her blogspot to the top right for everyone to check out! Miss you all... off to stitch tomorrow and a few other things :) Laura

UPDATE

Laura has not yet sent to Colleen Colleen has sent to Andrea and it was recieved. Andrea ? has not sent to Pixie Pixie has sent to Rebekah and it was recieved. Rebekah has sent to Vanessa. ?it was recieved? Vanessa has sent to Laura and it is recieved. This is the information that I have. I will update as soon as I recieve more. I am sending my piece off by next weekend... I am so sorry Colleen. Life can hand you a boxful. I feel badly, but I am almost there. I appreciate that you have been so patient. Vanessa, have you recieved Rebekah`s piece. I want to save you have, but I am thoroughly confused! Andrea, Please let me know if you have sent the piece to Pixie. If you have it has been lost-unless it was recently. I will take on the challenge of restitching it to the current point if need be. If you have not sent yet, can you please e mail Pixie letting her know when you expect to send, and please let me know as well. Thank you all... Laura

Deadline; 3 Ladies

Well it seems that some of us, including me, are not caught up. Summer can be hard. I know I have a lot on my plate. SO I am extending the deadline to mail out the ladies to August 24th. (A month from the original date). I have already told Colleen that I would be late.... and I am sorry... this will change the dates for the rest of the send offs. I have not heard from Andrea since her move. I think I will try her old cell if I dont hear from her this week. We may have to change some things to make sure everyone gets their piece back .... DO NOT WORRY ... I will see to it personally that this happens. PLEASE UPDATE THE LIST ON THE KEEPING TRACK SECTION OF THE 3 LADIES ONCE YOUR PIECE IS SENT AND ONCE IT IS RECIEVED. This is the first time we have had a large problem, and I hope that it smooths out. Thank you to all of you who are on track, and those of you who are being patient. You are all wonderful. ;) Laura

Has your Lady Arrived

Ok, I'm just impatient, I know but........ Andrea has your Lady arrived yet?

Im home

Okay, I am home! I have been so busy... I do have a ton of pics and things to work on here... But my camera is dead, so I can only do so much. Here are a couple of pics from the week... and I hope to get back into the swing of things as I have a ton to catch up on. Thank you all for your patience. Pixie, did you have a good vacation.? I still havent heard from Andrea, so I e mailed her again. I may have to switch things up abit... and stitch something too... we will see. Let me know Laura

Sturgis 2008

So, if you do not already know, I will be headed out for Sturgis on Tuesday morning, and will arrive back on the 12th. In case you need me, I will be watching my blog and still posting. Hopefully my connection is better, and I can download some pictures. I am very frustrated with not being able to do so. :( I have a lot of stitching going with me! Before I leave I will mail the 3 Ladies to you, Colleen. I will take a needleroll, my fair and squares, my next 3 Ladies, A hedgehog finish, and one to start, Skeleton Crew, a bent creek mini, etc. I will post my progresses, and hopefully pictures. The reason we are going, is Jon actually won a gig at the Gold Chip you can see his info at www.screamingskunk.com. Everyone have fun, and I will definitely try! Laura

SelbuMittens01

SelbuMittens01
Originally uploaded by butterflyjones03

Now I know this is not cross stitch related, but I had to share. I purchased this book early this month with www.knitpicks.com 40% off their books sale.
This Selbuvotter book is a great read , read it many times. I went ahead and tried the stranded work - (not one thing I am good at) - it was too small with fingering yarn . So this morning , found some naturespun sport in my stash along with size 3 needles and perfect.
Cuff took about an hour and then the rest flew by - - really need to keep tension loose with the stranded work - but I am in love!
Enjoy

friendshipflosskeep

friendshipflosskeep
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Lastly, this is the piece I made - my first floss keep.
I will be making more.

SweetBunnyPillow

SweetBunnyPillow
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Laura,
What can I say, this bunny is super cute! Love the finish ! I was so surprised to see the H&E designs project you sent me. It is very cute and now - I need to start it. You are such an enabler but a good one at that!
Thanks
Love it , love it , love it!
Where do you find the time?????
Very much appreciated!

NoFrogsAllowedPinkeep

NoFrogsAllowedPinkeep
Originally uploaded by butterflyjones03

Here is the pinkeep 'no frogs allowed". Is this adorable or what? I love it. Thanks so much
I still cannot believe I won this lottery -
We are having way too much fun!

BeHappyPinkeep

BeHappyPinkeep
Originally uploaded by butterflyjones03

Here is the piece sent to me. This is very sweet and cute. The colors are soft and the button is forever adorable! This came with a few other surprises. Self sticky notes, peonies hand wash and lotion - which I used right away and smells totally awesome., mailing envelopes - will put to great use - ,
thanks

Squares From Mercy!

Mercy, I recieved your squares and the other gifts today :) I, like you, had a hard time not throwing in extras :) lol... I LOVE the squares, what cute little birdies :) and yes, they are summery! I Love the chart as well! Shepherds Bush- Busy! You spoiled me! The Silkweavers fabric is just wonderful! I think you picked just the right things to suit me! Wonderful smelling lotion, and cute paper as well :) Thank you so much Mercy, and I hope your package is just as awesome for you! Laura Who is working on getting pictures into her computer... well blogger isnt cooperating at the moment :(

Posted in the mail today...

Two of the projects which I finished are out in the mail today. Mercy, and Vanessa - your packages are on their way! Vanessa, Please let us know who you get the packages from, so they can post the pics and so they can breathe a sigh of relief!! Thank you! I hope you found your scissors... They were not in the box, or in the stash... :( Laura

Peace

Peace, something so beautiful, and yet seemingly so hard to find, when one is not so small. I hope you all find some peace today :) I will go to see Dante this afternoon. Working on homework, and finishing 2 projects which I will mail out tomorrow. Peace.

King Tut

I wanted to give all you ladies a heads up. I found this a couple of days ago. It's a "superchart" of Tutankhamun. I was able to find one on ebay and snatch it up. The picture of the stitched piece is absolutely gorgeous!

My Son is Home

Just thought I'ld let you all know. Now I don't have as good of a reason for being spacy. He finished his second part of his tour of Irac and is stationed in FT. Stewart GA.

Grandson

Hi everyone! I am sorry it has taken so long to write. I just found out a few days ago that I am a grandma! The kids were abit anxious to tell, but even so, I have a wonderful blessing! A grandson - Dante Joseph Mansfield Just so you all know, I have pics, but unfortunately blogger is not liking me right now... I will try once again, and then I will have to figure it out later if not. He is a beautiful boy! Laura

VANESSA you are our lottery winner!

Vanessa, :) You won the lottery this morning! Did you feel lucky? It is past the 9:00 deadline, and I am sorry. I ended up babysitting for a friend till 3 p.m. and just got around to the computer end of things! SO I will e mail everyone Vanessa`s addy when I get home... Take a picture if you can of the piece, but I think Vanessa can post it if you cannot. CONGRATULATIONS Vanessa, and to those who did not win, we should have another lottery in December. (or so) :)Laura Lottery Mom dragonflykiss36@aol.com will post a pic later of my son picking Vanessas name out of the bunch.

On the right there is progress for the three ladies...

While it is not up to date... you do send to the person directly under your name! SECOND.... if you are part of the stitchers lottery... take a pic if you can so that the person receiving - if they cant - has something to show us! THANK YOU ALL!! HAPPY STITCHING

I have some news...

Go check out my blog for the details! Oh, and no I'm not pregnant. :) Andrea

Just wanted to say hi to all... I wanted to extend the mailing date for the 3 Ladies and the Stitchers Lottery to July 7 Mainly because of many people being so busy, and because I had a request... Some will be out of town. I will still post the winner of the Lottery at 9 am on July 4th tho! Happy Stitching... Laura

Fairy Queene Progress

Here is what the Lady looked like when I sent her off. Sorry, I would have posted earlier but I was having more internet problems. I swear, I wanted to throw the computer through the window! I'm back again and hopefully it will be a very long time till I have another crisis.

Dragon`s treasure

http://www.crossstitchstuff.com/Products.aspx?Category=2 well... I thought I would keep one of my promises to you all today, since I got a request for the link to where you can get the chart for Dragon`s Treasure... Unfortunately when I looked at the link today - I found a chart or two I just loved hmmm! Hope this helps ya! Laura

Wow am I slow?

Ok so I just figured out how to post a new posting. Um, yea. Any way I remember we were having a discusion on what we use while cross stitching. Some used hoops, scroll and free style. Well, I thought I would like to try the scroll so I purchased one. Then befor I even used it I was reading Teresa Wentzler's blog and she mentioned the E-Z Stitch No Basting System from American Dream Products. I went to buy that, although I didn't know it came in 2 packages one for the bar and one for the fabric. I picked up the package for the bar. Set it up even though the instructions were not in the package and discovered the problem. I cheated and fixed it with a purchase of velco from CVS because it was a shorter drive than running to the craft store. Any way, I like the way it works. So my question is has anyone used E-Z Stitch Lap Stand ?

Pictures

Feel free to post pictures of the progress on the 3 Ladies .... You are all doing so well! I am working on mine... and hope to mail on time :) Laura

The Lady Is On Her Way

Vanessa, I sent the next lady your way! She's looking very pretty! I'll try to post a pic of it soon! :)

3 Ladies

Hey everyone, hope you all have been stitching on your 3 ladies! By June 24th we are due to send off again for our next round !!! Just a friendly reminder for all! I have only one other project that has a deadline, and it should be finished by the end of the week, so then I will dedicate my time to finishing my end of the 3 ladies.. :) :) Have a good week Laura

Christine has recieved her squares

Christine has recieved her squares for the Fair and Square Fourth of July round, so I thought I would add pics so you can finally see my finish!

Pics of my garden, some kittens and Keisha (dog)

I posted some pictures in Pinkerbelle, just in case you would like to see. There are pics taken in my garden from yesterday, as well as our 6 baby kittens and Keisha... our dog

Another finish

This is a picture of a finish which I had last year, and just never took a picture... I love this particular piece It is blackwork Dragon`s Treasure Hope you enjoy!

Where I live

So I thought it might be interesting to see some of Snohomish! Snohomish is an antique town with many older homes and antique shops... really a beautiful place if you want to see some interesting homes... I took some pics yesterday, and thought I would share!

Finish

My May Fair and Squares are finished and on their way... They are themed for the fourth of July. I will post pics once my partner recieves her squares! Laura