09 January 2016

Sunday Mystery Sampler Update: Eleventh Day

In my last update, I mentioned I would be taking a break from this sampler to see what the remaining blocks would look like and to do some other Christmas stitching. I want to make some changes to blocks 8, 9, 10, and 12, but I liked block 11 as it was and went ahead and stitched it out of order. For all those who have been asking about this sampler, I really appreciate your interest and yes, I will finish it, but it will take me a few more months. I have a lot of other stitching I want to do, and I will have to fit this sampler in with my other projects.



My color choices (apart from the border, all threads are Caron Wildflowers):
border: DMC 938
words: Blackwatch
crown: Spice
snowflakes: Dawn
musical notes: Dark Shadows
house: Cinnabar
roof: Graphite
wreath: Moss
bow: Spice*
plaque: Blackwatch

Piper:
hat, pants, sleeves: Copper
coat: Storm Clouds
stockings: Chili
buttons and shoes: Dark Shadows
pipe: Dense Fog

*The yellow ribbon on the wreath is my little tribute to all the troops serving abroad and those standing watch at home who cannot spend Christmas with their families.

6 comments:

  1. Another super block, Honeybee! I look forward to seeing what you do with blocks 8, 9, 10, and 12. Enjoy your weekend!

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  2. The whole piece is just super. You rock!!

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  3. Oooh I do like this sampler, hopefully it will be done by next Christmas. Looking forward to seeing your changes on the other blocks.

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  4. Your sampler is an inspiration!!! I was not even interested in stitching these until I saw yours! The colors make all the difference. Thank you for sharing!

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  5. Looks great! I'm sure the changes will be worth the wait, you do have a couple of months before that season arrives:).
    I just love to see those neat threads at the heading of your blog.
    Kay.

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  6. Your sampler looks beautiful so far. I am sure your changes to the other blocks will be well worth the wait. Plus it lets me start it myself and try to catch up.

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