Monday, July 11, 2011

She's still red -- but I love her!

And she's all done too!

Ann Sandles by With Thy Needle and Thread
40ct RR Iced Capuchino
called for Gentle Arts threads

Yes, she's still quite red.  But she's a pretty one!


The verse doesn't show up that well.  Hmmmmmm.  


I stuck in some more personalized initials.  In addition to my initials and the father type's initials (which were already there anyway) at the top, to the right of the house I stuck in the boy child's and the girl child's initials.  And the LS on the left of the house is for my sister and BIL.  (It used to be IS.)  Otherwise, it's as little Ann stitched it.  And as always, I bless any child who is wise enough to stitch her verse over two.  lol!

I've picked up a WIP/UFO to stitch on for now.  We'll see if I stick with it.  (Yes, I do have UFOs.  Way too many of them.)

Over the weekend, the father type and I built a chest of drawers from our go to place for cheap yet well built (more or less) furniture, IKEA.  It's for the boy child's room (which he wasn't happy about -- didn't think it was needed.  But it was.)  Mia decided to help with the building.


She liked it even better when it was lying on its front.  A nice, cozy, dark place.  lol!  Eventually she stopped being in the chest of drawers and watched the action from the boy child's bass instead.


Silly girl!



Thanks to everyone who had suggestions for making things better between the girl child and Mia.  I'm definitely trying a couple of them when the girl child gets back from her summer job.

Thanks for stopping by and saying hi.  I hope everyone has a great week!


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54 comments:

  1. ZlataJuly 11, 2011 at 6:32:00 AM PDT

    Wow, you are so fast!!! Beautiful finish! Congratulations!

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  2. MouseJuly 11, 2011 at 6:38:00 AM PDT

    ohhh beautiful :) love it ... and mmm furniture diy well done on getting it up and in place ...and cute photos of Mia :) love mouse xxx

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  3. JoanieJuly 11, 2011 at 6:45:00 AM PDT

    Ok...That's one beautiful sampler. Congratulations on another gorgeous piece of art! I've been holding off starting her because I have too many needles in my fires, BUT...seeing your sampler is making my fingers itch to stitch Ann. I could justify a new start since Bee Man is almost finished...hee,hee!
    Cute Mia pics, has the boy child been giving her private bass lessons?

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  4. LeneslinesJuly 11, 2011 at 6:45:00 AM PDT

    Such lovely work you do! And she isn't that red, it is just perfect. I can't believe the girl was only 13 when she made it. Love how Mia fits in the crook of the instrument. Cats find the weirdest places to be.Hope you find a solution for the girl child and the cat.

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  5. FrancescaJuly 11, 2011 at 6:55:00 AM PDT

    Again I can't believe how fast you are.
    Don't think it's so red, I love it ! Congratulations for your finish and...Mia is so sweet sleeping on the instrument, I'm a great fun of her !

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  6. BrendaSJuly 11, 2011 at 7:01:00 AM PDT

    Beautiful finish Margaret! You are such a fast stitcher and your work is gorgeous:)))

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  7. DeborahJuly 11, 2011 at 7:21:00 AM PDT

    Ann is so beautiful! Great job. Love the pics of Mia.

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  8. MarionJuly 11, 2011 at 7:29:00 AM PDT

    Oh WOW!! You've done it again!!
    FABULOUS Margaret...just fabulous!!

    Love the photo of Mia and boy child.....too cute!!!

    Take care
    Marion

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  9. GabiJuly 11, 2011 at 7:31:00 AM PDT

    Ann is GORGEOUS!!! Love love love her. But then again, red is my favorite color ..so I can only see perfection here.
    The picture of your son sleeping with Mia is adorable. Both are actually. Your cat is such a cutie.

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  10. DebJuly 11, 2011 at 7:32:00 AM PDT

    I think that you got her done in record time! And yes she is red, but she's beautiful! Can't wait to see what you next.

    Cute pic of Mia. Funny how our animals have to be in the middle of everything"

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  11. Laurie in IowaJuly 11, 2011 at 7:41:00 AM PDT

    Your Ann is beautiful and I love how you added all the family members initials to make it even more special.
    Glad to see Mia is willing to lend a paw to the family projects.

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  12. EdgarJuly 11, 2011 at 7:52:00 AM PDT

    That is a beautiful finish!! Congrats!!!

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  13. MichelleJuly 11, 2011 at 7:53:00 AM PDT

    Ann is gorgeous! Congrats on the finish. I can't wait to see what you're working on next. I love the photos of Mia on the bass, so funny.

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  14. marlyJuly 11, 2011 at 8:01:00 AM PDT

    I don't know how you complete so many projects in record time, but I like watching! Another beauty with a fabulous border. Mia looks comfy!

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  15. SherryJuly 11, 2011 at 8:03:00 AM PDT

    OMG! Ann is stunning! And she is beautiful with all the red! You have WIPs? I never would have guessed! I can't wait to see what you are working on.

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  16. Babs in AlabamaJuly 11, 2011 at 8:25:00 AM PDT

    Beautiful beautiful finish, Margaret! Red is beautiful :) I have one cat, Kylie, who doesn't care what I do unless it's in the kitchen; then my kitten Gibbs has to help me do everything in any room, including reading and stitching. cute pictures.
    babs

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  17. KristenJuly 11, 2011 at 8:29:00 AM PDT

    Echoing what others have written: you are such a fast stitcher, Margaret! And you do beautiful work - your Ann is gorgeous!

    And as always, I bless any child who is wise enough to stitch her verse over two.

    :D

    I love Mia sitting on the bass. The curve is just the right size for her! ;)

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  18. ValerieJuly 11, 2011 at 8:31:00 AM PDT

    Oh, she is beautiful, Margaret! Congrats on another gorgeous finish! I like your personalization and had to giggle at your blessing Ann for her over two verse...hehehehehe....

    I do hope that Mia and the girl child are able to create a better relationship. Let me know what works! When I dealt with the same situation, it just took time. Well, time and me constantly trying to be loving and "safe"...kitty treats helped a lot too!

    Have a wonderful week!

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  19. Julie MJuly 11, 2011 at 8:36:00 AM PDT

    Beautiful!!

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  20. Love to StitchJuly 11, 2011 at 8:46:00 AM PDT

    WOO HOO!!!! YGG!!!! Another gorgeous finish :) The colors are fabulous in this piece. I have just kitted her up and look forward to starting her soon. Very excited to see what is up next! Mia is such a great helper-- and super cute too!!!

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  21. merumoJuly 11, 2011 at 9:39:00 AM PDT

    You are kidding! Ann is all finished already? Congratulations!!! She looks so pretty and I just can't believe how fast you stitched though! I think I keep telling you that on every single project you have finished, but I mean it!! I'm still in the middle of no where of Ann Grant and planning to stitch Ann Sandles, too, but don't know how soon? She is such a charming girl in red... I love :) Mia seems to be having too much fun around your son. Love the picture of her sitting on his music instrument - don't scratch it!, and the best one is her laying down on the bed with him. They both look so peaceful...

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  22. AnnieJuly 11, 2011 at 10:05:00 AM PDT

    You really stitched that quickly. But I can see why.. it's so pretty and looks like so much fun. I always used up the red crayon first back in my school days!

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  23. KarenVJuly 11, 2011 at 10:06:00 AM PDT

    Wow, you're done already! Congratulations, she looks great :)

    Maisie would have been in the furniture too - I found her in my yarn chest of drawers the other day, after I'd left the drawer open and turned my back for a second. And we have photos of her inside the framework of our bedroom chest when we moved it to decorate. Hope the thing with Mia and the girlchild can get resolved over the summer - such a shame.

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  24. KBJuly 11, 2011 at 10:13:00 AM PDT

    WOW what a gorgeous finish and so fast. Ann is next up on my list and can't wait to get her started. Congrats on the finish!!!

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  25. valerieJuly 11, 2011 at 10:13:00 AM PDT

    Congrats on your finish! You're like Speedy Gonzales with the needle girl! Love it!

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  26. RanaeJuly 11, 2011 at 10:34:00 AM PDT

    Ann is a beauty. I love the red
    Love the photo's of Mia

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  27. CarolJuly 11, 2011 at 10:48:00 AM PDT

    You are absolutely the fastest stitcher on earth, Margaret!! I love this red sampler and I'm sure you can't wait to get it framed and hanging on your walls... Can't wait to see what is next for your needle and thread :)

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  28. mdgtjulieJuly 11, 2011 at 2:35:00 PM PDT

    Ann IS very red, and red is gorgeous!! Great big grats on the finish (if it's finished, I see you wanting to change the color of the verse since you can't see it well, lol). Which UFO are you working on now?

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  29. BertieJuly 11, 2011 at 3:21:00 PM PDT

    Margaret you should be in the Guinness Book of Records on sampler making LOL.
    She is stunning and congratulations!!
    Mia is so comfortable sleeping anywhere in your home, the boy too of course.

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  30. Jackie's StitchesJuly 11, 2011 at 3:37:00 PM PDT

    Ann is gorgeous! I love the red and the personalizations make it really special. I can't believe you have any UFO's. You should post some pictures! :)

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  31. MaryJuly 11, 2011 at 3:53:00 PM PDT

    I think the colours on Ann are quite lovely. I am surprised how similar the colours and the design of the outside border are to my Elizabeth.
    Mary

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  32. FayeJuly 11, 2011 at 6:28:00 PM PDT

    The sampler is just gorgeous~~~ Love all the red....I cant wait to see what beauty you stitch on next!!

    Keep up the great work my friend, Faye

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  33. LizJuly 11, 2011 at 6:30:00 PM PDT

    Beautiful work, as usual, love Ikea and love that last photo. They are such kindred spirits those two aren't they?
    Lizzie
    xxx

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  34. CariJuly 11, 2011 at 7:42:00 PM PDT

    Margaret...Ann is REd and finished!!?? Once again you have your smokin' needles going to town. I love the sampler...she is just beautiful. Your work is something else to see!! And Mia...what a nut...she certainly looks like she keeps everyone entertained including ME !! Love the pics of her and BC sleeping. Way too adorable. Hugs

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  35. CatherineJuly 11, 2011 at 7:48:00 PM PDT

    Oh my gosh! Stunning finish!!

    And that pic of Mia on the bass - too cute!

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  36. Patty C.July 11, 2011 at 8:09:00 PM PDT

    This chart is just awesome - Beautiful work :)

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  37. JuelsJuly 11, 2011 at 9:18:00 PM PDT

    Well done, Margaret. Ann is beautiful. And I love the pictures of Mia!

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  38. purple24July 11, 2011 at 9:56:00 PM PDT

    Way to Go... Absolutely Beautiful!

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  39. SiobhánJuly 12, 2011 at 2:34:00 AM PDT

    Congratulations on the finish! It looks great. I can't wait to get to my Ann--if I ever manage to finish Jane!

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  40. Chocolates4Breakfast (Terri Malinovich)July 12, 2011 at 4:58:00 AM PDT

    Wonderful finish, Margaret! I love how you pesonalized her as well. Great job and super speedy!

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  41. GiovannaJuly 12, 2011 at 5:40:00 AM PDT

    Congrats on the great finish!

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  42. Dani - tkdchickJuly 12, 2011 at 7:39:00 AM PDT

    Congrats its a wonderful finish!

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  43. Cathy LloydJuly 12, 2011 at 8:29:00 AM PDT

    Ann Sandles is fabby! I love all the red for sure! Mia and the boy child pictures always make me happy! Enjoy your week Margaret!

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  44. KarenJuly 12, 2011 at 2:40:00 PM PDT

    Ann is beautiful! I envy your stitching speed; it would take me five years to do what you do in a month! You are the woman!

    Great pic of Mia and the boy child -- so cute :-)

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  45. LoisJuly 13, 2011 at 1:10:00 AM PDT

    Red and loving her! What a fantastic finish! Your needles were flying on this one!

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  46. the striped roseJuly 13, 2011 at 7:04:00 AM PDT

    Your are so speedy! I it looks beautiful!

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  47. DawnJuly 13, 2011 at 9:28:00 AM PDT

    Your needle flies over two - what a great finish.
    Great heirloom to add family initials to.
    Thanks for sharing!

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  48. NataliaJuly 13, 2011 at 9:45:00 PM PDT

    Beautiful, Margaret !!!! It looks like your son and Mia have quite a special relationship.

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  49. Natasha July 14, 2011 at 8:46:00 AM PDT

    what a great finish!! Congrats :)

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  50. IsabelleJuly 15, 2011 at 11:08:00 AM PDT

    Whgat a lovely red Sampler, Margaret and is your little Mia learning music ??
    Have a nice week-end :-))

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  51. SallyJuly 16, 2011 at 6:52:00 AM PDT

    Oh Margaret she is beautiful! You stitched her up so quickly too:)

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  52. SharonJuly 16, 2011 at 9:41:00 AM PDT

    Ann looks fantastic! Congrats!

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  53. KarolineJuly 17, 2011 at 8:28:00 AM PDT

    Ann is gorgeous, congratulations

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