Shaker House Cross Stitch, Potholders and Lace

I finished my little shaker house cross stitch pattern.  I decided to add to my collection and made a little pillow with hand dyed wool and a piece of vintage lace.  

I've been in sewing mode and made a few patchwork quilted potholders using some of my Spoonflower fabrics.  I wanted some bright and fresh colors so used whites and blues.    


We spent a few days in the bay area and I found a neat little shop called "Nancy's Attic" and she had some vintage things.  I found some cotton lace wrapped around tags of old photos.  I also found a hand painted note card of the beach.   

This is part of a new embroidery set I'm working on made with bright and cheery colors.  

Comments

Tatkis said…
I like your creations so much!
The pillow is cosy, potholders are so lovely, and new stitched motive is nice and sunny!

Hugs,
Tatyana
June 28, 2012 at 4:37 AM
Anonymous said…
Lovely pillow finish and your embroidery set is so bright and cheerful.
July 8, 2012 at 6:33 AM
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