I cannot count my day complete
'Til needle, thread and fabric meet.
~Author Unknown

Sharing a common thread with those who love the art of hand embroidery

Friday, May 9, 2008

What I like most about blogging

When I first heard about blogging from a friend, I didn't think I would really enjoy it or have time for it. I really thought it was just an "open book diary " of sorts. Even though it is, in a way, it has been so much more for me. I have made some of the sweetest friends through this wonderful vice and I have never met one face to face!{: I love the blogging because for me ,I have found people who share a common thread for the same things I am interested in. I am in awe of the talented and creative people who reside here in blog land. With embroidery being my passion, I have always had a goal to somehow get others "on fire" about the art of embroidery. I am so thrilled when you comment on my blog telling me that you have started embroidering! I also love to hear of how others used to embroider. So thank you all for making this blogging experience a wonderful journey. I find a way to make time to blog and I pick a day to just take a break from the hustles of life and to read your wonderful posts, take a look at your wonderful creations, and even learn a thing or two! I am so glad to have found this wonderful outlet.


This is a set of leaves I designed for counted cross stitch. I love leaves and I love changing seasons. Above is a fall leaf(in orange) and a winter leaf. I tried to capture winter by making holes in the winter leaf.

Here is the spring and summer leaf. If you look closely at the summer leaf, you will see a lady bug hiding in the corner!
Here are all the leaves together in one sampler, separated by drawn thread work. On the picture frame I have the verse.... To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven. Ecclesiastes 3:1.
I have had several friends, like Doris, who have asked if I am able to sell my pieces after I have put so much work into them. Yes. If I like a certain piece a lot, I will make one for myself. Usually, for a customer, it is a design I have drawn up to suit their taste so I am not that attached to it. Most of all I want to see my work adorn peoples tables, bedrooms and baths. So thank you all for taking time to read and to leave your sweet comments. Even if all I have to show is a plot of dirt and a few sprouts, you are always there with something sweet to say! Blessings to you all!{:



5 comments:

LindaSue said...

I'll never be one of the people adding to the embroidery craft myself but I love to come by and see what beautiful things you are creating now. Your joy in the design and execution of your designs is so evident. You are certainly right - blogging lets us "drop in" without having to even get out of our jammies! Have a beautiful Mother's Day - those of us who are not moms honor the love inherent in the name Mother.

Paula said...

I feel the same way, Kathleen... it's been so nice to meet such wonderful people through this blogging thing... it's truly been a blessing.
I love leaves, too.. fall is my favorite time of the year. And I love the little ladybug- that is so cute!

Bee Haven Bev said...

Well, your blog is definitely an inspiration to embroiderers. You do such lovely work!

Maryjane-The Beehive Cottage said...

Hello Kathleen!

I am soooo grateful I have met you through blogging! Wonderful women like yourself make my day, each day! I can always feel your sweet spirit!

Have a blessed week!

Hugs,
Maryjane

Farmhouse Blessings said...

I'm sooo glad that you like to blog, too, so you can share your beautiful work and inspire us to be creative!

Smiles,
Lea