Friday, October 12, 2012

A Little Stitching and an Early Present!

I decided to start Margaret Cottam after I finished Mary Roe. I only stitched a little bit because I wasn't sure if I was liking the linen I chose for it. It's much lighter than the called for linen.
Margaret Cottam
40 ct. Vintage Pecan Butter, WDW & GAST (1 over 2)
After stitching a motif, I think I'm going to like it. I also worked on Ann Priest a little bit...
Ann Priest
40 ct. Vintage Pecan Butter, GAST (1 over 2)
My early birthday/Christmas present is the new iPad. My kids had pretty much taken over my old iPad and I really missed having one all to myself. So my very sweet dh took me shopping today. My birthday is still weeks away, but I wanted something for when I go to Myrtle Beach. I'm so happy with it!
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Speaking of Myrtle Beach - I leave in only six days now! I can't wait!!
- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad

26 comments:

  1. Looks beautiful so far. I like the linen color. Can't wait to see it done!

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  2. Love those colors with that linen color!

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  3. I think that the linen is great for Margaret! I'm suppose to be doing that for a Guild SAL and I was on the fence about what fabric to use, but I like yours and think I will go with that.

    Congrats on the new Ipad! I love mine and wonder how I got along without it!!

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  4. I love your Margaret on that linen! Making me want to start stitching it too. I had given up on Mary Roe - but after seeing your finished piece, I got it right back out! I want an I-Pad soooo badly! But the chances of me getting one are slim and really none! ha!

    Linda in VA

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  5. I think that's a fabulous choice of linen! I spent a weekend at Myrtle Beach years ago - very lovely ... have fun!

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  6. Nice new starts. Enjoy the iPad :-)

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  7. Nicole, great to hear you got an iPad for just yourself. I want one too so hope you can tell me all about it in MB. My Bday is in a few weeks too so maybe a good gift idea for the DH. Can't wait to see you....soon. pam in iowa

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  8. I do like the color of the linen. Nice new starts!Have a fun trip.

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  9. Very pretty stitches! Enjoy your new iPad and have fun on your trip!

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  10. Nice present!! :D I'm hoping the iPad mini is actually going to happen. I want one. lol! Love how Ann Priest is looking! Love Margaret Cottam too!

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  11. Love your WIP! Fantastic bday gift--I would LOVE an iPad! Enjoy! :)

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  12. Love your choice - really makes those fibers pop! Nice present and DH. Only a few days away - yeah!

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  13. I love your I Pad~~~ Good idea getting it early for the retreat!!! I CANNOT wait to get away and take a mini break....sit, stitch and yak!! See you in just a few quick days.....Love your stitches too btw....

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  14. Beautiful stitching starts! I'm still trying to justify an iPad since my laptop is in my lap all the time. Non-techy husband can't see the point. UGH!

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  15. I love the colours and I think both your samplers will look beautiful.

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  16. I'm loving Margaret on that linen; ooh, and ipad; sweet!

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  17. Great progress! congrats on a new ipad!!

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  18. The linen and threads look great! Enjoy your new iPad and have a fun trip!

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  19. Your new stitching starts are beautiful Nicole. I love both of them!! And of course the iPad is tops !! Next you'll be showing us your new MacBook Pro !!! :) Hugs

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  20. Nicole, your sampler is looking great. I always enjoy seeing what you are working on.

    You asked a question on my blog, and I can't find a way to respond since your profile nor your blog have an email address. Please email me, and I'll let you know what threads I used on Mary.

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  21. Great WIPs! Happy early birthday too. Can't wait to hear all about your trip when you return. Have fun!

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  22. Lovely new start, it's looking great. Congratulations on finishing Mary Roe, she's gorgeous

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  23. Lovely stitching & congrats on such a wonderful gift !!!

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  24. I love the colour of linen, too!
    and congrats on a great gift!

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  25. I'm so happy to have met you and all the pals!
    See you next too (I hope)

    Have a blast!

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