THE BUZZ FROM THE HIVE

Monday, November 13, 2017

The Blue Band Sampler SAL is DONE .......(321)

Happy dancing going on here...I finished the Blue Band Sampler  SAL yesterday!!!  I will let the photos speak for themselves. Now I have to think about how I'll attach it to the spool/bobbin. I'm noticing that others have attached two spools, one at each end, but I only bought one from Carol, the designer. My thought was to attach the top end, roll the piece, then tie a beautiful ribbon around to hold in place. I'll have to play around and see where I'm lead! To refresh....the piece is 1 yard in length, stitched, over one, on 28 count banding with Needlepaints #2104 and 2102.





 On to my Stroll piece....a real oldie but goodie!!! I had an idea to design my own stitching tote back in 1987. I got some pre-quilted fabric, needlepoint canvas and graph paper. I graphed out the size and 'pocket' placements and set to work stitching a design to attach to the front. I settled in on the Leisure Arts chart I Needle Little Love. Here is my finished product.....30 years later:

Front of tote
Inside of tote with pockets for gadgets---this would fold in half

Inside flap
 Thanks for stopping by and your "twisted threads" of friendship!

Stasi

5 comments:

  1. Congrats on the finish--it is lovely--and WHAT and ACCOMPLISHMENT!

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  2. Stasi, thrilled to see your blue band sampler finish. It is simply gorgeous. Love your tote bag! Do you still use it? Enjoy your day.

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  3. The band sampler is beautiful! Congratulations on the finish.

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  4. Congratulations Stasi on finishing the blue band sampler. I love this gorgeous piece. I know it was alot of work but well worth it. Your tote bag is darling...great planning. RJ@stitchingfriendsforever

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  5. Yay! The band sampler is wonderful Stasi! The tote bag is so adorable. :D

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