Block one of Blue Bird of Hope. I'm not sure about the colour of the chain stitch around the edge so this may need to be re-done in a lighter thread. I've decided to make a few more blocks before I unpick.
Recently I've seen some cute suffolk-puff flower cards on scrap-booking sites. I liked the way people had written quotes on the card so I searched some 'quote' sites for sayings about flowers. I really liked this one by Hans Christian Anderson -
Just
living is not enough... one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little
flower.
So out came my Go Baby, I cut some circles, made some suffolk puffs and now I have some dear little cards to put in with swaps.
TODAY'S FABULOUS FREE STUFF
Ribbit. He is irresistible. Once I get my car fixed I'm going out to buy some green wool. I've been meaning to make some toys for Softies for Mirabel so this will be my first. I think I'll wait for the cooler weather though. The bureau says it got to 36C (96.8F) yesterday, here in northern Melbourne and today is going to be as hot. Even my poor little budgies were panting.
Thank you Spud and Chloe for this adorable pattern.
LAST DAY FOR MY GIVEAWAY
Just scroll down to my 500th post. I'll announce the winner tomorrow.
TUESDAY TREASURES...
...will be back next week.
MAX
MAX
Max will be heading home soon, so I've been taking a few photos of him. He is very photogenic.
I'm going to really miss him.
I love the blue and white block-it looks beautiful. The darker blue chain makes the block POP, well thats my opinion?
ReplyDeleteMichelle
Your Blue Bird of Hope block looks lovely Melody. So do the flower cards. I've actually managed to get a bit of stitching done over the last couple of days. Just too hot to do anything else!
ReplyDeleteSuch lovely goodies melody... I like the block as is.. .but of course it is you who must be happy with it at the end of the day... love those cards (oh no... another 'todo' on my list!!! and ribbit is very cute...
ReplyDeleteHugz
The Suffolk puff cads are lovely, Melody.Small projects like these are so much fun to do :)
ReplyDeleteMax looks adorable - very much like a dog we had when I was growing up. His mum and dad will pleased to have him home.
Cheers Kathy
You have been busy - the cards are a lovely idea. The Bluebird block is gorgeous as are Ribbit and Max. Glad to hear your car is fixable, hope you survive that heat and find a cooler spot for stitching... we have a pleasant 24 degrees here today.
ReplyDeleteI love that block, what a fun piece by itself for valentines and red shades.
ReplyDeleteDebbie
Your little note cards are very sweet! What a great idea.
ReplyDeleteThose note cards are delightful! Great idea. :) I like the bluebird block, too.
ReplyDeleteOh I love that quilt block - the blue looks fine in the picture, good idea to make a few more to see first. The cards are fantastic! Love that quote, always one of my faves. Max is so, so sweet...just want to kiss that little face!!! Try to stay cool, hon!
ReplyDeleteOh I hope I get you for a swap partner sometime, just so you can send me a cute card.
ReplyDeleteHugs Tanya + give max a hug for me as well.
Love your bluebirds block,the suffolk buttons are so cute, you are so clever.
ReplyDeleteMax is a sweetie, does he enjoy being the only rooster in the hen house?
Max is adorable! He is a Tuesday treasure! Your embroidered block is lovely!
ReplyDeleteI think the chain stitch on your bluebirds block is fine, I love the whole block it is so pretty.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards, what a lovely idea. As for Max give him an extra hug.
love it, love it, love it....all the projects on this post, that is! I don't think you should go too much lighter on the blue bird stitching, I actually think it looks great as it is.
ReplyDeleteCath :)
What a neat embroidered block! I like the whimsical birds and the colors that you chose. Max looks like a sweety.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your week.
What a great sentiment for your cards, that frog is quite handsome too. I think you will miss Max when he goes home even if it is only next door.
ReplyDeleteThe Blue Birds are beautiful! And Ribbit.....is lovely too. But Max is just so sweet - I can so understand that you will mis him!
ReplyDeleteJane
I love the frog...I wish I knew how to knit. Im following you now..I will be back to check out your penny rug bom. Many hugs
ReplyDeleteI like the chain stitch colour...what a pretty block!! :-)
ReplyDeleteHugs
Jenny
xx
Love those little flower cards - what an excellent idea.
ReplyDeleteAdorable birds block! And your idea with card is great!
ReplyDeleteRibbit is absolutely cute!
Hugs,
Tatyana