Last weekend was the Inspired Needle retreat in Shipshewana, Indiana. There were approximately 55 of us and we had such a good time. Talking, laughing, shopping and even a little stitching! I was finally able to meet Vonna and what a dear, SWEET person she is. Our whole group had a great time getting to know her! Of course there was stash shopping and here is some of what came home with me along with a new large Vera bag to put all my current projects in.
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I've been working on Winter Wonderland by Blackbird Designs. 1 over 2 on 40ct with overdyed threads.
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And here is Jane Pattison by Shakespeare's Peddler. I am doing this on 32ct Vintage Navy Bean with the Simply Wool threads. The wools are so much fun to stitch with and so different from cotton or silk - you really need to try them!!!. Jane has truly captured my attention.
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While I was taking pictures for this post, Howard deciding to steal my chair. Crazy cat! 
This afternoon is perfect for stitching and watching football. Go Bears! I have a pork roast in the crock pot for dinner so I hope to enjoy lots of time for stitching!As always, thank you so much for visiting with me today. Your comments always make me smile.
Until next time.....
BrendaS
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Your projects look wonderful! I have that same Vera bag in a different print. It can hold a ton of stuff and is great for taking your stitching on the road.
ReplyDeleteA rare appearance by Howard, how cool!!! Brenda you have such wonderful taste and such a good eye for color. I love everything from your Vera and stash to your current projects! I'm so happy we get to stitch and stash together.
ReplyDeleteLinda
OH Jane is looking SO GOOD! I'm gonna buy her yet...you know that right?! LOL! :)
ReplyDeleteAnd your BBD Holiday House...stunning, I have that kitted. . . never started, tho...LOL!
Sweet Howard! What a doll baby!
Both of your stitches are so pretty. Would this comment still make you smile if you knew we are watching the winning Packers right now up her in Wisconsin? ;)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful stash and stitching!! I am lucky to have seen it all in person:-) Like Linda said, I am happy we get to stitch and stash together:-)
ReplyDeleteGo Bears!!
Howard thinks its his chair and he lets you sit in it now and then! Love the projects you are working on.....so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteBoth Jane and Winter Wonderland look fabulous. Nice stash haul too. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteOhh I need that Vera bag. lol Love the stash you bought and Howard is a real handsome fella. I love gingers.
ReplyDeleteFinally.... Geeeez, lol
ReplyDeleteJane is looking beautiful and that Vera bag is so very pretty, maybe better in person
Love your stash haul Brenda...and all these Vera Bradley bags are starting to call to me. I like to make bags but a girl can never have enough I guess! I don't recall knowing you were in the Chicago area even though I've read your blog for some time now. I used to live in the city when I was single and also spent many years in the western suburbs until I moved to AZ. The Bears really kicked booty today!
ReplyDeleteooooo nice stash haul ... in fact you have some I want to get too ... gorgeous stitching, have seen the wools but not used any yet and they really do and to the project don't they :)
ReplyDeleteglad you had a fab time with your friends too :) take care and happy stitching :) love mouse xxxxx
All your works are amazing *.* I LOVE them!
ReplyDeleteHugs *.*
Sounds like you all had a fun time on your retreat. Love the goodies you brought back. I'm loving that BBD design you are stitching. Very very pretty. Your kitty is purty too. :D
ReplyDeleteJen
I remember going to Shipshewana as a little girl :). Lovely stitching!
ReplyDeleteI have seen so many pictures of your retreat and the visits to other stores as well. Sounds like everyone had a great time. Love all the stash and wonderful new Vera bag. Your wip is looking great.
ReplyDeleteAll your works are beuatifull, that house I love it!
ReplyDeleteSounds you have a great time in Indiana.
greetings, Marianne
all your work is so wonderful..
ReplyDeletelove cucki xxx
Ack! I had started writing and it disappeared, so forgive me if it shows up twice. Your cat is adorable! I have a few orange cats waiting for me at the Rainbow Bridge--I loved those guys. :) Your stitching is fantastic--LOVE the WIPs! What fabric are you using for the BBD? I have it started on the suggested fabric and the vine color blends in too well & I need to start again. Love the stash enhancement, and that Vera bag is so pretty!
ReplyDeleteWonderful new stash fom your retreat.
ReplyDeleteI love Jane and your BBD piece.
Hugs to you and Howard.
Jane Pattison is looking fantastic. Never worked with wool threads before. You're making it very tempting though.
ReplyDeleteLove also your beautiful Winter Wonderland. And of course the new stash. :)
Lovely stitching! Howard looks so comfortable : ) That pork roast sounds good!
ReplyDeleteGreat stash and I do love the Vera bag! Love your progress on BBD and SP. I have not tried wools...sounds interesting.
ReplyDeleteGreat progress pics! Love the new stash and your new bag. It's always fun to getaway like that. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI so love your BBD WIP, Brenda... and what a great new Vera Bradley bag :) Glad you enjoyed the retreat so much...it's always fun to meet fellow stitchers in person!
ReplyDeleteI love the fabric on your new bag. I can see why you are taken by Jane, beautiful.
ReplyDeleteIt is always such great fun to go to a retreat! And I am certain that Howard is not stealing your chair; he is just keeping your place warm for you!
ReplyDeleteDebbie in Kansas
Great goodies, lovely stitches and adorable kitty!
ReplyDeleteLovely new stash and beautiful progress on both your pieces.
ReplyDeleteCute kitty!
Your wips are looking lovely & you got some great stash
ReplyDeleteCute kittie :)
oh very beautiful pictures I love your stitching, and love the cat,
ReplyDeletebisous from FRANCE
Excellent stash shopping, love your stitching and Howard is very cute.
ReplyDeleteI just love your WIP's...you are coming right along on those. I love your Stash that you bought. I dearly love your new Vera Bradley Bag too. That is so pretty.
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