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Wednesday, May 21, 2008

In the Pink


Just a short post today....I started taking pictures but the camera batteries were exhausted before I was halfway done so I'll save the other things I had to show for another time.
This is just a little set I've made using some pretty pink toile fabric that I fell in love with.
The drawstring bag pattern is by Gail Pan. I found a bead necklace on the market for just one Euro and pulled it apart to get the beads for the ribbon drawstring.
I also made a little scissor fob and a matching four patch pincushion. I just stitched a couple of the flowers from the embroidery design on the bag and I think it turned out nice. You can click on the pictures for a better view.



This pincushion is from Cinderberry Stitches pattern Stitched Trilogy



it was a bit hard to get the shape just so with this style of pincushion and I think I'd have preferred it if it had been a bit smaller but it was an enjoyable project to work on.

Sorry this is so short. I have lots of stuff in the works so will hopefully make up for it next time.

Finally, Pat is having a belated birthday giveaway draw.
Just pop over to Pat's blog and leave your comment for a chance to win. I have no idea what the prize is but, knowing Pat, it will be something very nice!

48 comments:

  1. Oh how lovely! It bet it will make stitching even more enjoyable being surrounded by such pretty things. Great work!

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  2. Wow! What a pretty bag and accessories. It all turned out so pretty. Love all that cheerful pink. Great job!

    It was nice to see a blog entry from you my friend. Hope all the work around your house is getting done so you can get back to doing the things you love to do once again.

    Hugs ~
    Heidi

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  3. That pincushion is beautiful. The bag and fob are also. Love the fabric and your stitching is just perfect.
    Nancy V

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  4. As always Margaret, everything is so beautiful! Your work is always perfection and so, so pretty! I for one love the pincushion with all the embroidered flowers. I can see how you fell in love with the pink toile fabric. I can't wait to see what else you have been stitching!

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  5. GORGEOUS....as always. Your work is beautiful. I LOVE the pink fabric too!

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  6. Oh sooo pretty Margaret, that pink fabric is just gorgeous.

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  7. Your new finishes are all lovely but I particularly like the round pincushion which is even more amazing close up.

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  8. Your bag,pincushion and biscourni are so very pretty Margaret those little flowers are so cute. I love the material you chose for your bag. Hope you are feeling well. With thoughts, Hazel

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  9. Such a beautiful set. You did a wonderful job ;)

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  10. beautiful projects here........great stitching .........

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  11. Pink must be in this year so far..I love that bag!! It is my favorite color and what a beautiful set. You can do soo much with toile.......
    Char

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  12. Beatulful stitching and lovely woork:-)
    Have a creative week, from Norway :-))

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  13. This set is absolutly lovely. Pink isn't my favourite color but I think it will be :-))
    Congrats
    Have a nice day
    XXXDomy

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  14. Ohh wow these are just gorgeous. You do such pretty work..love it.
    Hugs Khris in Oz

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  15. Ohhh Margaret!
    I'm speachless, as always!
    First of all, I love these colours very much as I love soft PINK!
    The Pink toile fabric is very beautiful!
    And the pincushion you've made is just gorgeous with very cute shape!
    They all are perfect!!!

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  16. oh my I will admit I'm not one for pretty thins so to speak -but that is bloomin beautiful-what lovely work,
    cheers Vickie

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  17. Oh wow, Margaret, what gorgeous pieces:)

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  18. Margaret what a great project. Love all of it. tha bag is just darling and I love the pink. It seems that "pink" is becoming the new color (could it be Francoise influence?)

    Robert

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  19. A wonderful project, Margaret, and so perfectly finished. Your work is really outstanding.

    And then I second Roberta concerning the pink colour. Certain group members' colour preferences seem to have a certain influence on all of us, lol. But seriously, your colour choice is absolutely perfect for this project.

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  20. Margaret,
    Your lovely stitching goes from strength to strength. The stitching bag and accessories are just breathtakingly beautiful and the pink toile...well, I'm speechless :>)
    Warm hugs, Angela

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  21. Wow!! what lovely finishes. You are so talented. All your works are very impressive!

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  22. They are just beautiful! You do such lovely stitching!

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  23. Margaret, thanks for your commentary, ¡¡Beautilful stitching and lovely woork:
    Congrats.
    Have a nice day

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  24. Your bag and accessories are lovely. Did you buy the fabric specifically for the project Margaret? I never manage to stuff my pincushions so they look so plump. Is there a tip you could pass on? Great to see you posting.

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  25. What a wonderfull work you have been doing. Have a nice weekend.

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  26. Everything is so beautiful and dainty. You do such wonderful stitching. Thank you for sharing.

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  27. Just catching up - what a lovely bag and accessories... fab colours and so so pretty :) You have been busy :)

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  28. Margaret, Your stitching is beautiful and your choice of fabrics.. GORGEOUS! I love everything, I'll take two of each!!

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  29. Your stitching set is stunning!!! Gorgeous finishing and colors!

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  30. Absolutely BEAUTIFUL! I love your pink fabric and your stitching is suberb!

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  31. These are lovely, Margaret! I just love that pink. You do such beautiful work. I hope those camera batteries get recharged soon as I can't wait to see what else you've been up to!

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  32. Wow! What a pretty bag and accessories!
    Kind regards,

    Sonnja & Beertje Zonn
    from the Netherlands

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  33. Your stitchery work is fantastic and all fabrics you have chosen are whimsical...Wow, I love all Cinderberry designs...
    Congratulations!!
    Regards from Malaga, Costa del Sol

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  34. Hi Margaret,

    They are just beautiful!
    Perfect your work!!

    Sachiko

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  35. ooo it's merveillous!!!!
    so so pretty
    lovely like always
    hugs
    françoise

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  36. I really love the embroidery on all the pieces. You do such a nice job! I think my favorite is the round pincushion and I love that little button in the center.

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  37. How pretty! I really like the pink Dilly Bag as well.

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  38. Beautiful projects! I love pink projects.

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  39. Hello there,

    I just stumbled across your lovely blog! I love all your work. I am a needleworker myself who dabbles more in quilting.

    Do you mind me adding your blog to my blogroll?

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  40. How beautiful your work is. Your blog is so enjoyable. Love all the things you make.

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  41. Lovely. Very pretty and pink. Always enjoy seeing your projects.

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  42. What a lovely pink creations! My compliments!

    Greetings, Carolien

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  43. I loved your blog! Everything is beautiful!

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  44. very beautiful !

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  45. All your stitching is truly lovely. Love the dilly bags. I have just one made for me by a friend. I also love pink. Hugs Judy

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  46. How stunning! I mean your stitching. You can make bags and pillows. I could never make anything that pretty.

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