Sunday, May 24, 2009

A birthday and an exchange

I heard from Julianne she had received my birthday gift to her. We are doing a private birthday exchange and hers just happens to be in May. I chose to stitch the birth sampler from the Prairie Schooler Leaflet "Old MacDonald." The OM is such a fun leaflet to stitch from. Julianne said she loved the little pillow. I know I do!

I also saw where Kerstin received her Friends Through Threads Blackbird Designs exchange. I stitched from the book "Thank you Sarah Tobias." She said she had wanted to stitch one of the long pillows and now she doesn't have to. I must admit I love these little longs.

I'm still working on cleaning. I have to do a little, stitch a little, then clean a little more. My back is somewhat sensitive so I have to nurse it along.

Packing has begun for my Mt. Rushmore trip. I can't believe it's about time to leave. Early Saturday morning I'll be on my way.

Well, heard the dryer go off, so gotta fold some clothes. Have a great week.








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10 comments:

  1. CJ in OK ;-)May 25, 2009 at 6:27 AM

    What a perfect little birthday surprise and I agree the little long pillow is great. Happy packing CJ ok;-)

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  2. Kathy A.May 25, 2009 at 7:21 AM

    Very nice selections for a birthday gift there girl. Love that long pillow.
    Mt. Rushmore - I am so jealous. Have a great time and take lots of photos.

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  3. Dawn T.May 25, 2009 at 9:55 AM

    Both pieces look fantastic!

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  4. CindyMaeMay 25, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    Both exchanges are fantastic! Beautiful work on them both!

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  5. AndreaMay 25, 2009 at 12:43 PM

    Both exchanges are wonderful. I do like the look of the long pillows.

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  6. mainely stitchingMay 25, 2009 at 1:24 PM

    I also love the long pillows. :D Yours is gorgeous and will be cherished, no doubt! :D

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  7. DaffycatMay 25, 2009 at 5:17 PM

    Wonderful exchange pieces! I too love those long pillows.

    Have a grand time at Mt. Rushmore!

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  8. BrigitteMay 26, 2009 at 12:07 PM

    Both your exchange pieces look fantastic. And both are my favourite designers. Very beautiful finishing.
    Have fun on your trip.

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  9. stitcherwMay 26, 2009 at 7:20 PM

    What wonderful exchanges you did, they are both lovely. Have a delightful time on your trip.
    Sue

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  10. CarlaMay 27, 2009 at 2:57 PM

    Beautiful exchanges/gifts!!

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