Thursday, June 25, 2009

Patriotism, Pinball, and Pizza

I really like the way this finish turned out. I used a piece of my own gold-colored hand-dyed linen (it's just a bit darker IRL than in my photos.) And then I had to substitute DMC 780 for the stars so that they'd show up properly. The charm isn't the one called for in the pattern, I found it in my stash~~but I think it's just the bling this little piece needed :)


God Bless America
by Lizzie Kate
fabric: misc "staci-dyed" linen remnant
fibers: WDW and DMC


Here are some final pictures from our little road trip. After Ghost Town, we went to Manitou Springs where we walked the shops and then headed to Arcade Amusements, "The West's Oldest Arcade". Home to hundreds of vintage pinball machines...





Then we headed north to Woody's Woodfired Pizza and home......a delicious end to a fun-filled day!
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22 comments:

  1. SadieJune 25, 2009 at 8:18 AM

    Lovely finish Staci, and I think the charm is just right.
    Soubds like you all had a wonderful time on your road trip.
    Have a great week x

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  2. NancyJune 25, 2009 at 8:25 AM

    Another lovely patriotic finish, and the little flag charm is a beautiful addition to the stitched piece! I love all your buttons too!

    Vintage pinball sounds like so much fun.

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  3. JanJune 25, 2009 at 8:31 AM

    What a wonderful day, and even more wonderful patriotic finish. Adorable, and I too love your pins in the background.

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  4. Kim BJune 25, 2009 at 8:34 AM

    You're churning out tons of gorgeous patriotic pieces! And woodfired pizza sound amazing

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  5. karenvJune 25, 2009 at 8:45 AM

    Another sweet patriotic finish! You're going to have a wonderful display come July 4th!

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  6. Missy AnnJune 25, 2009 at 8:59 AM

    I love the addition of the flag charm, just perfect.

    Ahhh pinball. I remember playing pinball at the skating rink, standing on a plastic milk crate in roller skates. I was maybe 5 and on the tiny side to boot.

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  7. CarlaJune 25, 2009 at 9:18 AM

    Lovely patriotic stitching!

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  8. OlgaJune 25, 2009 at 10:26 AM

    Your patriotic stitching is fabulous! Sounds like you had a great trip!

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  9. tkdquintmomJune 25, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    That is the PERFECT charm for that L*K! Love it!

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  10. valerieJune 25, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    Fun finish! Love the bling! Vintage pinball machines?! Too bad CO is so far. I absolutely loved pinball...and air hockey as a kid!

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  11. CandiJune 25, 2009 at 1:06 PM

    Your Lizzie Kate piece is so cute. Great finish!
    ~*Candi*~

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  12. CJ in OK ;-)June 25, 2009 at 1:08 PM

    Love your finish, congrats. I especially love the fabric you dyed, it is just the color I need right now. Can I ask how you dyed it? I have a piece of Antique white fabric but need it to be darker for my project. I have never dyed anything. If there is a site or blog with a tutorial that you used that would be great to know. Thanks, CJ ok;-)

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  13. TheresaJune 25, 2009 at 2:05 PM

    Another cute finish!!!!
    The pinball machine looks so much fun!!!! I miss playing one of those!!!

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  14. AmyJune 25, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    Do you have any pictures of where you hang all of your patriotic stitching? Do you scatter them throughout your house or hang them in groupings?

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  15. ChelleJune 25, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    Thanks for your comment on my blog! I love all of your Americana projects. The family holiday looks like fun, too! I need to find a pinball machine, because it has been too long since I've played.

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  16. Dani - tkdchickJune 25, 2009 at 10:08 PM

    Nice job on another patriotic piece!

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  17. MarenJune 26, 2009 at 1:29 AM

    Sounds like you had a ball. Congrats on another patriotic finish! What are you going to do with them all?

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  18. jillJune 26, 2009 at 2:33 AM

    Am loving all your Americana pieces!! TFS - Jill

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  19. Carol RJune 26, 2009 at 2:52 AM

    Beautiful finish Staci - the charm is perfect!
    Love the family pics!

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  20. SallyJune 26, 2009 at 3:51 AM

    Very pretty finish Staci. Nice and bright:)

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  21. JulieJune 26, 2009 at 7:26 AM

    Hi Staci, GUESS WHAT?!? I found Liberty! LOL I wasn't even looking for it. I had picked up a stack of mail and stuff this morning, seconds before leaving for work and it fell out! I'll get it in the mail for you tomorrow or Monday at the latest.
    Lovely finishes! You're going to need a bigger basket to display all your patriotic pieces!

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  22. Cindy F.June 27, 2009 at 9:37 PM

    Such a fun finish! Congrats:)
    ...and fun family pics!!

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