"Faith, Hope, Love"

"The Greatest of These is Love"
My newest finished stitched piece. Little House Needleworks design. Stitched on 28 Count Cashel Flax Linen over two with DMC threads.

Love this design! :)

I want to thank those of you that posted to me about my surgery mishap! I am still in pain..(a week and a half later)..but , I think it is a little better than it was. It has to get better right?! Lots of hot packs to my face and motrin. I did volunteer with my daughter yesterday..it was so hot outside, about 100 degrees here in Florida! We were under a big shade tree though, so it wasn't too bad. (trying to convince myself)! HA!
We had the easiest job I think..my daughter and I sat at the table and were the cashiers for the garage sale. I made sure I brought lots of cold water and snacks. They too had extra cold water if needed.
My daughter has now completed all her volunteer work for the entire school year already! She said that she wants to continue being as she enjoys doing things for the church. Makes me smile!
We will probably be decorating the church for Christmas time too.
I would like to get back on a proper eating plan again, the surgery has disturbed normal eating habits, although, I have been trying to eat properly, even if it is food that is all cut up.
I have lost about 8 pounds!
Instead of grabbing chips for snacks, I now grab grapes, apples and almonds :)
I haven't been tracking on Sparkpeople for a couple of days though, with my not feeling well, I let it go for now.
I was hoping to stay home and rest for this afternoon and evening..but it looks like the little lady of the house is preparing for a shopping trip. LOL!
I guess I will be taking her to a store or two. She is such a good girl and deserves all good things. As does our son. We are truly blessed with such wonderful kids!

I have taken notice that I am up to 100 followers!! WOOHOO!~ So exciting! I appreciate each and everyone of you that loves to visit my blog..I think this milestone calls for a giveaway! I will be coming up with something soon..so stay tuned! :)
I hope you are all having a wonderful Sunday,
Louise

Framed LHN

I had an old frame that I found at Goodwill a while back..you may remember me posting about it.
Glad I hung onto that frame! It was the perfect size for my newly finished Little House Needleworks design. :)

Here it is and I will be hanging it in the kitchen for all to see...

Sweet Little Berries

My most recent finish is "Sweet Little Berries" by Little House Needleworks.
I stitched this on 25 count Wichelt dirty linen with Carrie's Creations threads.
This piece will hang in my kitchen once I find a suitable frame for it.

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I want to thank those of you that take the time to comment such nice things on my blog. It truly gives me inspiration and warms my heart dearly. I know I don't comment on blogs as I should (especially now with working), but just want you all to know I appreciate you so very much!

Wishing you a day full of blessings!

Sunday things

I have been busy working on some little projects.
Thought I might post some updates.
I have found this new fabric for stitching, and just love it! It is called "Dirty Linen"
Here are some of my ongoing projects:
Sweet Little Berries by Little House Needleworks

Another design I have added more stitches to:
Harriet Wool Whimsy by Heart In Hand

We started our morning off with church. The mass was wonderful.
The priest asked if we could pray about all that is happening in Japan.
They took up a collection today for the Japanese people and will send it to them.
If you can help in any way, even with prayers, I know how much this would mean to these people. You can check out your local churches, or look online.

God Bless everyone in Japan, and may God watch over them. I pray things will soon get better for them.

Cross Stitch Finish

This is Little House Needleworks "Under The Tree"
Stitched on 30 count with DMC threads.

It's Friday!
Hooray!

The Angels Sang!

I stayed up till 2am last night stitching. I was so determined to finish the project I was working on. This is a piece designed by Little House Needleworks titled "The Angels Sang". I fell in love with it the moment I saw it!
I stitched this on 28 count evenweave "khaki" and used DMC threads.
I can't wait to frame this one..perhaps a white frame with a "washed" look.

Now onto my next project :)
Raggedystitches,

WIP ~ "The Angels Sang"~

My present WIP is a design by LHN. It is called "The Angels Sang"
I am stitching this with DMC threads on 28 count evenweave, color "Khaki".
I fell in love with this design the moment I saw it. I am really hoping I can get it done in time for Christmas!
I am using my Q-snaps and my trusty little gadget The "Help-N-Hand" chart holder.
I have had this gadget for years now and cannot stitch without it! It holds my chart onto my Q-snap and makes stitching so much easier.
I know that Nordic Needle sells this item, and you can see it here:

Help-N-Hand

I also like to use the Help-N-Hand while I am on long road trips (when I am not driving of course!) ;) Makes stitching in the car easier too!


I have decided that I am going to spend this wonderful day stitching.
Raggedystitches,

Little House Needleworks Finish

This piece is called "Home of a Needleworker (Too!)" By Little House Needleworks.
I stitched this on 28 count Antique Ivory Linen with Crescent Colours Threads.
This was so much fun to stitch, I have added my own personal touches to this piece, (as you may have noticed), and I am so pleased with the outcome!

Little House Needleworks Finish

Here is "Two Blue Houses" By Little House Needleworks.
I have stitched this with DMC threads over two on evenweave.
I just finished this one up last night :)

New Beginnings!

Home Sweet Home/ Country Cottage Needleworks
I have just begun..this is my first Blog!
I have currently finished cross stitching Daisy Lane Cottage by Little House Needleworks.