Arbor Day Exchange for Raffaella

I saw where Raffaella received the exchange I did for her on the Holidays Exchange. I chose to stitch two of my favorite subjects, a reindeer and a funky tree. She says she likes it. So do I. I may have to stitch it for my self. It is Santa's Buddies by Angel Stitchin from the 2009 JCS Ornament issue. I used a 28ct mystery linen from my stash and DMC fibers.

Angela is having a bloggervasary give away. Pop on over to see and enter. So is Edgar.

Holiday Exchange Valentine received from Cindy Mae

I received my Holiday Exchange from Cindy Mae today. It's the Love Bug! Anyone besides this oldie but goodie remember that song? Oh, I digress. In addition to this little cutie, she included one of her latest design leaflets and a length of her handmade twisted cording. I must find a suitable project to use it on! Thanks so much Cindy. Love it all!

Holiday Exchange received by Shay

I am participating in a private exchange this year that uses holidays as it's theme. My partner for this round was Shay. She received my stitched piece and the goodies I included. Seems I forgot to take a photo of them. The design is Hearts and Beads from Cindy at the Stitchworks

in Tulsa. It's an old design from 1996. I've stitched it many, many times using all colors of beads. It remains one of my favorites. Shay tells me she loves it, and that pleases me very much too because I love it too.

Yesterday was a miserable day. My aches and pains just got worse. My 88 year old mother took care of me with chicken soup. I spent a restless night at her house. Sometimes you just give in and do what parents want. Today she cooked me a great breakfast and more chicken soup for lunch. I think I am on the mend. Back home now resting comfortably in my recliner.

Hope everyone has a great week.