A Lizzy Kate Finish!!

I have finally finished stitching a Lizzie Kate pattern that I swapped with Justine. I started this project in February 2015 as part of a Crazy January Challenge that had participants stitching a a new project every day from 1 January to 28 February in honor of So Cal Debbie.  Debbie was a wonderful cross stitcher who passed away much too early.  She loved to share her hobby with her stitching friends and she was always one to leave a comment and engage in a bit of conversation.  It was a small thing to do, but so nice and memorable.  The kind of interaction you need in this crazy world.  I think this sums up what we all do for each other by supporting our stitching habits and just listening when we need some encouragement.  I have made many friends here and I cherish each of you.

Not All of Us
Inspiration Boxer B35
Lizzie Kate
32ct Linen
DMC Floss

 

Enjoy!!
CJ

SoCal Debbie UCJC Starts #51, #52, #53, #54, #55 and #56.

 

Six more starts to share for the SoCal Debbie UCJC.  I love that I am participating in this challenge.  I have been a part of the CJC challenges for many years, but this year I have a true purpose, I am not stitching just for me but for the memory of a sweet stitcher that left us way too early.  So happy I can be a part of this awesome challenge. Sorry for the phone photos, one day I will pull my camera out to take better pics or just get a better phone. hmmm

UCJC Start #51
Monochrome Angel
Passion Creative
14ct White Aida
DMC Floss
Q4AOC donation piece



UCJC Start #52
Stitching Days
Glory Bee freebie
28ct Monaco
DMC Floss

UCJC Start #53
Heart
14ct White Aida
DMC Floss
Q4AOC donation piece 

UCJC Start #54
P is for Paint
Stoney Creek Collection
14ct White Aida
DMC Floss
Q4AOC donation piece

UCJC Start #55
Elizabeth Pickford Sampler
Pineberry Lane
28ct Monaco
DMC Floss

UCJC Start #56
Inspiration Boxer
Lizzy Kate
32ct Linen
DMC Floss

Enjoy!!

CJ



Stitching Pattern Swap and Gift

Last week I received a lovely package from Justine.  She and I have become cyber-friends that love cross stitch.  I was admiring one of her Lizzy Kate starts for the new year and she offered to swap patterns.  I now the proud owner of Lizzy Kate's " Not All of Us".  She also sent me some fabulous chocolate, warm drinks, and February Cross Stitcher magazine. 

I will be sending her my Country Cottage Needleworks "Ladybugs and Bumble Bees" along with a few goodies from North Texas. 

Please pray we get rain in Texas, the drought is horrible and they are going to start cloud seeding next week. 



Enjoy!! CJ