Good Friday morning y'all. I am happier than a reindeer pulling a sleigh full of presents. "Why?" you ask. Well I have been working on some redwork embroidery and that always brightens my day.
Do y'all remember last month when I showed you my thrifted enamelware pan that Mr. Pinker bought me last year for Christmas? Well last month, it was filled to the brim with "Fall goodness". I have it sitting on a little handmade bench that usually is in front of the window.
Anywhooo... the fall goodies are gone and Christmas pretties have moved in. You wanta see it? I sure would be delighted if you joined me as we take a closer look.
Lookie! Lookie! Lookie! 👀🎅🎄🤶 Christmas!
Well, it is nothing real fancy, but it spilling over with Country redwork ornies that I have made and shared over the years.
You can see a peek of what is filling the bottom of the pan which is a vintage doily, some yarn pom pom snowballs and bottle brush trees.
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| Children's books are sprinkled throughout my house! I love them! And the grandkiddos do too. |
Well this got me to thinking. Think! Think! Think! 🤔
Hmmm, Why not stitch some more Country Christmas Doodles? Over the years, I have shared several sets of them and I sure would like some more .
In years' past, I have displayed these simple redwork ornies in dough bowls.
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| Behind my dough bowl is Plum Street Sampler's freebie called 12 Days of Christmas which was posted on Paulette's blog in 2015. Click on the colored text to visit her post. |
And on trees...
And some just sat around waiting to be finished. 😂😀
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| A new set of ornies all stitched up and ready for the tree. |
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❤ My little doodles are hand drawn and are never perfect.❤
I traced each design on a piece of white cotton fabric measuring about 5". I embroidered the design using DMC 498 using 2 strands and the stem stitch. I then trimmed the block to 3 1/2".
Once the block was trimmed, I cut a piece of batting and backing the same measurement. If you are interested in a more detailed idea on how I finished them, I will be posting a finishing tutorial around noon. So if you are in the neighborhood , drop back in for a sweet as pie visit.
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| The scent of Twisted Peppermint is my jam! |
Alrighty Sweethearts, I am going to grab my paper and pencil again, I have some more doodles dancing in my head like sugar plums and candy canes. See ya' later!
Oh , and you have a Fantabulous Friday!
As Always...
Happy Stitching and Quilting,
y'all
Melisa
"Tis the season to be jolly. "
Hugs and Stitches!!!!🤗🧵❤
Dedicated to my dear sister, Amy. I love and miss you so much.. Love you , Amo.
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Last year I bought a set of these darling crocheted coasters at an antique store in Whitney, TX. They are as cute as peppermints! I think I could actually make these. I may give it a whirl since I have some yarn like this in my stash.
Oho, it's looking a lot like Christmas. Lovely doodles. I am sure you had some fun doing them. For me it's a bit early to decorate for Christmas, but at the end of November the tree is up and all the deco around. My little angels will be happy when I wake them up. Whereto can I send a picture? Must take out my Christmas CDs and then the house is full with songs by Jim Reeves, Willie Nelson etc, etc.
ReplyDeleteHave a funny day and more inspiration,
Gabi
Your Christmas red work is fabulous and adorable. I found one I made several years ago that just requires the quilting. Maybe I should pull it out. Hmmm - something to think about. LOL
ReplyDeleteI bet that twisted peppermint candle smells very yummy. I can almost imagine it.
BTW, I made a cute Christmas themed little quilt earlier this week - you must stop by to see all my treasures.
Happy FriYAY dear friend!! Big, bigger, biggest hugs, DarleneJ
Love the choice to move right to Christmas! I think my house might be turning merry over the weekend. Love that santa hat!
ReplyDeleteLove your new doodles! So sweet - thank you for sharing them. I think I'll download for next year! Blessings!
ReplyDeleteYour new doodles will certainly add to your festiveness.
ReplyDeleteYour doodles are adorable and they look fantastic in your enamel ware bowl, Melisa. Happy Friday!
ReplyDeleteI like that redwork, those little samplers are so cute. I'll drop in later to see how the finish is going!
ReplyDeleteLove your doodles and the bowl you have your redwork in, Melisa! Have fun doodling and crocheting and stitching! Happy Friday! Hugs, B
ReplyDeleteSo sweet, just like you. Got them printed and will make a few myself! Thank you ❤️
ReplyDeleteHola mi duce Meli. feliz día también para ti cariño.- dulces son todos tus diseños de rojo. sabes? otra cosa que tenemos en común!! el bordado rojo así como el rojo en la decoración! jajjaj Es TODO realmente encantados! gracias cari8ño por tu generosidad.
ReplyDeletebesos y feliz fin de semana con muchas puntadas felices!!! Mua!
Tu amiga Dianet de Parchesdeamor
good morning the ever so talented Melisa.
ReplyDeletehow are you doing today? a great big rain storm, spanning over five days, is supposed to hit us today at noon. we'll see. i remember a few years ago they said we would experience hurricane-like conditions and everyone got panicked. went out and bought supplies and groceries and then wouldn't you know - nothing - no rain, nothing. i'm hoping we get rain today because we need it so badly. how has your weather been? i hope it doesn't get too cold for you.
i love your ornaments Melisa. they are the cutest. thanks for the directions on how to finish. i always appreciate that. you're the best. so creative and i love everything you do. oooohhhhh i love it.
i hope everyone is well in your neck of the world. i can tell you are preparing for thanksgiving and the menu sounds delicious.
prayers are on the way to you and your family Melisa.
blessings and love are on the way too sweet lady.
Debra Broyles
This newest set of Christmas doodles are so sweet! Thank you so much! I love the simplicity of all of them. Plum Street's 12 Days of Christmas is on my bucket list. I have a vintage panel of fabric ornaments I am making for family this year. They are so simple and just perfectly colored.
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