Friday, October 9, 2009

Is that embroidery?

I did this over the summer and just never got around to blogging about it. So, this summer's day found me with the urge to embroider a new set of pillowcases (because it's been a while since my bed has seen any new ones.) And after a massive search through all my patterns and pre-printed sets, Goldilocks just couldn't find anything. So off to Michael's at 7:30 in the evening, because NOTHING else would do.


I found these. And they were JUST RIGHT. Not too complex. Not too frilly. Sweet colors. And quickly stitched the first one up as soon as I got home. And alas! The need for embroidery was filled and so poor Goldilocks' Hubby must rest his head on a plain pillowcase.


Please don't look at my satin stitches too closely (or judge me too harshly!) They have always been a thorn in my side. But I did read some helpful tips in an embroidery book at the library and so will give them a try the next time around.

It's Friday! Have a Happy One!!!

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22 comments:

  1. Kathy A.October 9, 2009 at 6:39 AM

    I think you did a lovely job on those pillow cases.

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  2. AnnieOctober 9, 2009 at 6:51 AM

    Very cheery pattern. Your stitches look fine to me.
    Poor DH.. a plain pillowcase is just so, so boring!

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  3. Annie BeezOctober 9, 2009 at 6:53 AM

    I love these! I also have the urge to do some old fashioned surface embroidery once in a while! Next to cross stitch its almost instant gratification!

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  4. JOLENEOctober 9, 2009 at 7:04 AM

    I love your little pincushion with the scissors on it!!!! Way cute!! You are so talented and I hope your dear hubby now rests his head on these beautiful pillowcases.....

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  5. HazelOctober 9, 2009 at 7:51 AM

    I really like your pillow cases. Do you just have a plain white bedspread that they go with or do you embroider the bed sheet too? I'd quite like to have a go at that. I did embroider some jeans for my little girl once. x

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  6. ColeOctober 9, 2009 at 8:02 AM

    It's a cold, dark day here today, it's wonderful to see such cheerful colors! Very pretty :)

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  7. DebOctober 9, 2009 at 8:05 AM

    I think tht your pillow cases are perfect!!!

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  8. SadieOctober 9, 2009 at 8:07 AM

    Such pretty colours. I have always fancied trying my hand at embroidery, maybe one day :-)
    Have a great weekend x

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  9. JanOctober 9, 2009 at 8:18 AM

    I think it is beautiful! Boy this sure takes me back, makes me want to go and get some and make my own! Wish there were more hours in the day!!

    I love that lil pillow with the alphabet and scissors at the top...was that a complimentary design by someone online? It seems familiar, just can't place it! Thanks, Staci!

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  10. NancyOctober 9, 2009 at 9:27 AM

    Beautiful pillowcases Staci! I have some vintage linens stamped for embroidery that I want to do SO bad, but they'll have to wait I'm afraid. I look at your pillowcases you have shown on your blog for inspiration!

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  11. MelissaOctober 9, 2009 at 9:53 AM

    Your work looks great, Staci! The design is very cheery and pretty too.

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  12. valerieOctober 9, 2009 at 10:11 AM

    Great little pillowcase...love the colors! One day...I will try doing one...one day!

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  13. TraceyOctober 9, 2009 at 11:44 AM

    They are very nice!! My grandma has embroidered two sets for us. I love them.

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  14. NimaOctober 9, 2009 at 1:13 PM

    wow..very pretty....i love this delicate , simple pattern

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  15. kimstitch3October 9, 2009 at 3:27 PM

    I love your embroidering. I havent done embroidery since I was 12 or 13. My grandma bought me some pot holders and some other stuff and I embroidered. That was about all I did , I did a few projects and then never any more needlework till I was 25 yrs old and now I will be going on 40.cross stitch is still my passion, althoughI"m self taught and not very good.lol

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  16. KarenOctober 9, 2009 at 4:09 PM

    Love the colors..very pretty.

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  17. CJ in OK ;-)October 9, 2009 at 6:05 PM

    How cute and all in one evening. Congrats on the fast finish, CJ ok;-)

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  18. RanaeOctober 9, 2009 at 7:26 PM

    Very pretty pillowcases, love the colors.

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  19. MargaretOctober 9, 2009 at 8:15 PM

    Beatuiful. Staci I'm loving this everyday catch up and seeing what your diligent and productive hands have to show. Well done
    I hope you have a great weekend

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  20. dorisOctober 9, 2009 at 9:15 PM

    Your embroidery reminds me of the pillowcases my mom and grandma did so many years ago. Very pretty. And I love the heart-with-scissors pin cushion in your basket.

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  21. TheresaOctober 10, 2009 at 12:27 AM

    They are perfect!!!!!

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  22. Marie RaynerOctober 10, 2009 at 2:58 AM

    I just love embroidered pillow slips. I just bought a bunch of white ones so that I could do just that! Yours are lovely. Just perfect!!

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