Look What the Postman Delivered . . .

Have you seen the Etzcetera Magazine? It's a fantastic online crafty lifestyle magazine. Issue 1 is available for free and subscription to subsequent issues is a bargain. I subscribed and entered a competition . . . and I won this . . .

It's a mini magnetic locket by Cat Ivins from Olive Bites Studio,  featuring the work of artist, YaelFran. It's made from "a recycled steel auto part that with the help of a strong little magnet turns one piece of jewelry into many!" I love Cat's philosophy of "doing more with less".

Thanks so much to Kim Archer from Etzcetera Magazine for running the competition and for showcasing artisans with unique and quirky talents. If you get a chance, check out the magazine, and also Cat's blog/etsy store.

Oh Christmas Tree

Finished! That's my "Oh Christmas Tree" stitchery from the Stitching On The Lake Day . . .

I framed the stitchery by stretching the fabric over a canvas, about 10" square. For the border I used some fabric that I've had in my stash for many, many years, so it was nice to work with what I already had. I've always liked this fabric, but haven't ever found the right thing to use it on. I think it's the mosaic look that I like.

I really enjoyed stitching this little tree. There were a lot of leaves to stitch, but the filigree look of the tree really appeals to me, so all those leaves were worth it . . . I love the multi-coloured tails on the birds, too.  This is one of those designs that would also look good in one colour - maybe white thread on red linen, or red thread on white . . .

I'm glad to see this tree hanging on my wall and think fondly of stitching with friends when I see it!


Pattern: Oh Christmas Tree
Designer: Sylvia Frazer
Publication: http://sylviastitch.blogspot.com/