I just had to sneak another one in since it will probably be the last project for the year ;o) Again, it's even finished-finished! Wowzers huh?
This is Snowman 3 from the Cuddle Up Snowmen pattern by Stoney Creek -
Isn't he cute? :o) You may notice that the stitches are HUGE and you would be correct! Years ago, my MIL gave me three covers from some pillows that she had purchased. They have a wonderful grid pattern, very similar to an evenweave fabric, so you can stitch one over one if you wish.
And maybe I should have stitched him over one...but I didn't. The stitch count ended up being a little larger than I'm used to. I had to use six strands of floss for the stitching and four strands for the backstitching. That equals A LOT of floss! LOL!
I even learned a new type of stitch; the Turkey Stitch. I had never used it before in my stitching but after looking at an online instruction video, it was as easy as pie :o)
My 'plan' is to do one of the other snowmen and then possibly stitch something fallish on the backside. That way I can flip the pillows and get more than one season out of them :o)
This is Snowman 3 from the Cuddle Up Snowmen pattern by Stoney Creek -
Isn't he cute? :o) You may notice that the stitches are HUGE and you would be correct! Years ago, my MIL gave me three covers from some pillows that she had purchased. They have a wonderful grid pattern, very similar to an evenweave fabric, so you can stitch one over one if you wish.
And maybe I should have stitched him over one...but I didn't. The stitch count ended up being a little larger than I'm used to. I had to use six strands of floss for the stitching and four strands for the backstitching. That equals A LOT of floss! LOL!
I even learned a new type of stitch; the Turkey Stitch. I had never used it before in my stitching but after looking at an online instruction video, it was as easy as pie :o)
My 'plan' is to do one of the other snowmen and then possibly stitch something fallish on the backside. That way I can flip the pillows and get more than one season out of them :o)
Look at you sneaking another finish in -- you're making us look bad! ;0)
ReplyDeleteHe's awesome! I love the look and colors! He reminds me of Carolyn Mannings' snowmen.
Good idea doing a two-sided pillow. Less storage that way too!
Happy New Year -
Denise
I LOVE IT ! He's faboulous. Can't wait to see his mate :)
ReplyDeletevery nice, snowmen always make me smile
ReplyDeleteOh, it's such a cute snowman! And pillow finish is a great idea.
ReplyDeleteI've just finished Trilogy snowman you sent me :)
Hugs,
Tatyana
Cute! I love how his cap falls over his eyes
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, I love the detail on the fringe. That is a great stitch!
ReplyDeleteOh he's really cute. Can't believe you're still going with the finishes this year.
ReplyDeleteSuper cute pillow! I love the turkey stitch. It's so good for hair too. You can leave it un-cut to make curls!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute finish and a great way to jazz up the pillows! Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh -I love snowmen and he is too cute - Congratulations on an adorable finish !!
ReplyDeleteSo cute and colorful! Great way to brighten a cold winter day.
ReplyDeleteHola querida,
ReplyDeleteHe pasado para desearte un feliz 2011!!!!
Besos,
Lany
Love the snowman! What a great idea to stitch straight onto the cushion cover.
ReplyDeleteStoney Creek always has such beautiful designs.
Well done :-)
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Wow...amazing!!! I love this snowman and what a great idea to do one on the other side! You ar thinking all the time...ha
ReplyDeleteBlessings...
xoxo Gert
Cathey,
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute pillow! You did a great job on it. Those turkey stitches look awesome! I like the idea of stitching something on the other side.
Awesome snowman & awesome finish :)
ReplyDeleteOh goodness, he's cute!!! Great job on the turkey stitch too :)
ReplyDeleteThat is one big snowman! And your idea to stitch another pillow with a snowman on one side and something fall-themed on the other is genius!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year, Cathey! Hope 2011 brings you nothing but good health and much happiness...You deserve it :)
A lovely finish, so cute!
ReplyDeleteA very moving story of your kindness to another family, i'm sure they had the best Christmas ever.
Great dishwashing gloves from Karen, the birds are lovely too.
Your home looks very festive and cosy, i hope you had a wonderful Christmas
Outstanding snowman pillow!!! I think he's just the right size for your couch. I must take a look at that turkey stitch...your fringe looks perfect!
ReplyDeleteThe pillow is adorable. Happy New Year.
ReplyDeleteVery cute finish!!! Hope you have a great new stitchy year.
ReplyDeleteHe is SOOOOO cute! Great job.
ReplyDeleteHappy new year!
So colourful!
ReplyDeleteWhat a darling snowman! He looks fantastic on the pillow. I really like the idea of something different on the reverse side...very clever!
ReplyDeleteThat snowman is just sooo cute! Great job.
ReplyDelete{{{Hugs and Love}}}
Mom
So cute!!!! Your pillow looks adorable =) Great way to close the year ;)
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