"Eeeh!" I squealed in delight when I spotted the little wooden box at the thrift store. I quickly picked it up and twirled around in joyful celebration when I saw that it only cost $1.59. "I have plans for you! ," I exclaimed as I plopped it into my cart. 
It was a simple stitch with just a few flowers blooming. Well I finished stitching it while on the camping trip, but it has been waiting in the wings to be finished.
Once home I auditioned Blooms for You onto the box. Seeing that the stitch fit for what I had in mind, I was ready to get straight to work. The box was painted in a wide array of colors. I pulled out several containers of brown paint and got to work. After receiving numerous coats of paint, I let the box dry for a day or two.
Blooms for You was stitched on 14 count tea/ coffee dyed Aida. I trimmed and pressed my stitch before fully finishing it.
STEPS FOR FINISHING BLOOMS FOR YOU
1. I used a dry brush to paint the box . After drying I gently sanded the surface.
2. Trim the stitched piece to the desired size and iron fusible webbing to the back.
3. Cut mat board or cardboard to 4 1/2" x 5" .
4. Cut batting and layer on top of mat board. I tacked mine down with touch of Alene's Tacky glue.
5. Center the stitched piece to the mat board and fold excess fabric around the edges, lace in place.
6. Center the stitched piece to the wooden box. Using tacky glue , adhere the stitched piece to the box . Place a large book or weight on top until dry.
7. Using tacky glue attach trim to the edge of the stitched piece.
8. Enjoy!
Oooh now don't you think this will make a great seed box?
Have a bright and beautiful day and Happy Stitching!
As Always...
Happy Stitching and Quilting,
y'all
Melisa
"Every flower blooms in its own time. "- Ken Petti
Hugs and Stitches!!!!🤗🧵❤
Dedicated to my dear sister, Amy. I love and miss you so much.. Love you , Amo.
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| I spy a wonky heart rock. |
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That box is perfectly finished - I love it!!! Blooms for You fits so nicely - it was meant to be. They are peas in a pod. You are so incredibly talented and I thank you for sharing with us. Big, bigger, biggest hugs, DarleneJ
ReplyDeleteAaw shucks, Thank you so much, Miss Darlene. It was luck that I found the box so quickly. I am so happy how it turned out. I hope you had a fabulous day. Big hugs from the holler.
DeleteYou've created a beautiful display stand for your embroidery with this lovely box, Melisa!
ReplyDeleteYou're definitely the queen of bargains. 😉
I love the final result!
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Aaw thank you so much, Isabel. I knew I wanted to create a little "seed box" , but I never expected to run upon a wooden box so soon. I am elated with the finish. Warm hugs.
DeleteNice use of the thrifted box and your lovely stitched piece.
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, Tammy. I was super excited to find the box and now to have the box all complete and filled with little seed packets for the season. Hugs.
DeleteYour stitched piece is beautiful! I love how you are using that box!
ReplyDeleteAaw thank you so much, Linda. I am so happy with the finish. This little box is being put to good use. Have a blessed day. Hugs.
DeleteYou always find the neatest little treasures that fit perfectly! And the stitching is so pretty too! Blessings!
ReplyDeleteAaw thank you so much, Donna. I think it was my lucky day to find the box and the seed packets fit in it perfectly. Have a wonderful evening, Miss Donna. Hugs.
DeleteWhat a beautiful and creative finish to your new "Seed" box. Melisa--You come up with the best ideas...nice work hugs, Julierose
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, Julierose. I have been dreaming of a little box to place my seed packets in. I was super excited when I saw it in the thrift store. I hope you had a good day and were able to enjoy some quilting time. Hugs.
DeleteVery pretty finish! it's nice that you can display it open or closed.
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much, Kate. I am super excited to have a pretty box to store my seeds in for the season. Hugs
DeleteMelisa that box with the seeds and pretty cross stitch is adorable! I love little boxes too! I have a small collection that I use for sewing notions and some just sit there looking pretty.
ReplyDeleteAren't little boxes the best? I do the same with mine. I have slowly started to collect little cedar boxes that were once souvenir treasures. They are quite handy on top of being cute. Thank you for the sweet visit. Hugs.
DeleteScore on the box! Blooms for You is so pretty. Well done!
ReplyDeleteOh it was Robin. I was thrilled to pieces when I saw it and knew exactly what I was going to do with it. Thank you for the sweet visit, Robin. Hugs.
DeleteGreat finish on the Blooms stitch. It's just lovely. Wonky hearts are so cute! Is the first flower picture of your quince tree?
ReplyDeleteOh thank you so much. I am so happy to have Blooms To You finished and in use. Aaw that is my quince tree. It is blooming a little late this year. I think all of my plants and shrubs are a little out of whack on their bloom time. The bees and butterflies have been all over it though. I hope you had a wonderful day. Warm hugs from the holler.
DeleteThe box and your embroidery are a perfect match! Enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteAww thank you so much, Annelies. I am thrilled to have the stitch completed and all finished. I hope your day was a delightful one. Hugs.
DeleteThat is a pretty finish, Melisa! Thanks for the tips on how you did it, too. I need to branch out a bit on my finishing - you've provided lots of inspiration for me! Love that heart rock, too. You have an eye for those!
ReplyDeleteAah thank you so much, Diann. I usually love finishing my pieces into pillow forms. They are easy storage and display for me, but I knew exactly what I wanted to do with Blooms for You. It was certainly fun to do something different. I hope you had a good day in the quilt room. Hugs.
DeleteWhat a perfect container for seeds and the decoration couldn't be more appropriate! A Total WIN!--TerryK@OnGoingProjects
ReplyDeleteAaw thank you so much, Terry. I am so excited to have the stitch finished and the box in use. I pulled seed packets from it today and started planting. Have a wonderful evening. Hugs.
DeleteWhat another pretty cross stitch--you do keep busy and sharing--love you!! I did finish my big cross stitch yesterday called Spring Rain--lots of stitching but so cute--So this morning I went looking for a 'yellow' aida cloth do the Summer piece--had one--but too small and nothing else would work that I had--so went to 123stitch and found '2' pieces that hopefully one will work nicely and ordered them--then pulled some colors for that header--I will be behind--but I am used to that!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! hugs, di
ReplyDeleteOh I am so excited that you are joining me in the stitch along, Di. 123 stitch is pretty quick so you will be stitching in no time. I cannot wait to see your Spring Rain stitch Di. I know it will be adorable. Will you be sharing it this Sunday? I wish you the most wonderful rest of the week. I know you are staying super busy. Big hugs.
DeleteGreat finish, Melisa. Love that little box!
ReplyDeleteAaw shucks , thank you so much, Brenda. I have already put the box into use. I pulled out seeds and started planting my garden today. Have a wonderful evening. Hugs.
DeleteMelisa, you have created a beautiful seed box with the Blooms for You. I appreciate that you gave instructions on how you finished the box. Very creative! Alicia
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