Monday, December 15, 2008

Little Reindeer

As soon as I saw these little reindeer patterns, I knew I wanted to stitch them as ornaments for the boys.


Middle's
Renne de Noel freebie by
Valerie found here
fabric: 32ct Cashel Relic by Picture This Plus
fiber: Crescent Colours Brandied Pears

Youngest's
Reindeer freebie by
Sharon Bennet (Daffycat Designs) found here
fabric: 32ct Cashel Relic by Picture This Plus
fiber: GAST Tarnished Gold

I used suede cord for the hangers and stuffed them with softwood shavings. They have a crunchy, vintage feel but are are still very lightweight. And they smell like fresh-cut wood :) You can find softwood shavings at a rancher's supply store (with the horse stuff.)

It's very cold here......it was -6 when I took the kiddos to school this morning! So, stay warm dear friends!!!
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19 comments:

  1. AnnieDecember 15, 2008 at 9:25 AM

    What a great idea to stitch those 2 as companion pieces. You always have such a good eye for what works.

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  2. TammyDecember 15, 2008 at 9:26 AM

    Adorable ornies! Great idea for stuffing!!

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  3. IreneDecember 15, 2008 at 10:19 AM

    Cute and cute !! Love your finishing.

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  4. Becky K in OKDecember 15, 2008 at 10:48 AM

    Love both the ornaments. Thanks for posting the addy for Renne de Noel. I love it. I also love Sharon's and have it already. Great photos.

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  5. AnonymousDecember 15, 2008 at 10:53 AM

    great finishing, very unusual

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  6. OlgaDecember 15, 2008 at 11:54 AM

    These ornaments are just perfect for boys! Stay warm!

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  7. mainely stitchingDecember 15, 2008 at 12:25 PM

    VERY nice, Staci. And I love your filling idea!

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  8. MicheleDecember 15, 2008 at 12:59 PM

    love both reindeers .. of course you know I would! lol .. I printed them out, thanks, I hadn't seen them!

    stay safe and warm .. Washington is having our coldest weather in 15 years!

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  9. glamlawlibDecember 15, 2008 at 1:36 PM

    Mmmm I bet they smell lovely and so cute too!

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  10. AnonymousDecember 15, 2008 at 2:29 PM

    Oooh, you told me about these. They look great! The Daffycat reindeer is hilarious!! Thanks for the link!!

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  11. LeliaDecember 15, 2008 at 2:55 PM

    Lovely stitching & finishing!! Thx for sharing the freebie pattern links. These are awesome designs : )

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  12. Cindy F.December 15, 2008 at 3:58 PM

    cute ornies! great filler idea:)

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  13. MargaretDecember 15, 2008 at 4:04 PM

    Beautiful - thanks for the intro. I've printed the instructions off for next year!! Stay warm - shall i send you some of our heat we are +24 degrees celsius!!

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  14. Carol RDecember 15, 2008 at 4:11 PM

    Cute reindeers!
    Keep warm and safe Staci

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  15. DaffycatDecember 15, 2008 at 7:52 PM

    Thanks for posting, Staci! ***hugs***

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  16. NancyDecember 15, 2008 at 11:22 PM

    Very sweet reindeer! I like your idea of soft wood shavings for stuffing. Thanks for posting the links too.

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  17. SallyDecember 16, 2008 at 6:38 AM

    They are both so cute Staci!

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  18. CarlaDecember 18, 2008 at 12:35 PM

    cute reindeers!

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  19. SolstitchesDecember 18, 2008 at 2:59 PM

    It seems like I'm seeing reindeer every blog I go :)
    These are so cute. Love them.

    Margaret

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