Monday, June 2, 2014

Tennis and stitching, the perfect combination

The French Open has been keeping me company while I stitch my Red Deer Sampler.  I have to say the border is what attracted me to this sampler -- so pretty!




And here's my fussy cut star for the week, using another Jo Morton Woodland fabric.


The fabric reminds me of suit fabric -- pinstripe??  So fun!

Mia has been keeping me company while I stitch this week.


Thanks for stopping by and saying hi.  Have a great week!


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34 comments:

  1. LisaJune 2, 2014 at 6:02:00 AM PDT

    Beautiful! Love the colors. What fabric are you using? Nice to have tennis to watch while stitching. I haven't picked up a needle in over two weeks. Too much work to do outside, so I am living vicariously by stopping by to read about your progress!

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  2. The Inspired StitcherJune 2, 2014 at 6:13:00 AM PDT

    I have to agree, that is one awesome border! Love all the colors. Have a good week!

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  3. VickieJune 2, 2014 at 6:29:00 AM PDT

    What a great sampler! The deer is so cool. :)

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  4. RanaeJune 2, 2014 at 6:37:00 AM PDT

    The red glasses and the red scissors go perfect with the red deer.
    Mia is so nice to keep you company
    The sampler is looking great, the border is pretty
    Take care

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  5. CariJune 2, 2014 at 6:49:00 AM PDT

    I absolutely LOVE this Red Deer Sampler. The colors are so bright and happy. I think I'm enjoying it as much as you and Mia !! Have a great week !!

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  6. VeraJune 2, 2014 at 6:53:00 AM PDT

    Love the red deer!! And Mia looks like she is trying to do a yoga pose - lol.

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  7. ZlataJune 2, 2014 at 7:31:00 AM PDT

    Wow! So bright colours! I love this cute deer! )))

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  8. Mugwump WooliesJune 2, 2014 at 7:40:00 AM PDT

    Oh I love that red deer! We've been watching the open, too. Mr.MW is a real fan.
    Have a great week,
    Robyn

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  9. GiovannaJune 2, 2014 at 7:48:00 AM PDT

    Great going on this beautiful sampler - quite a unique border indeed.

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  10. MelissaJune 2, 2014 at 7:52:00 AM PDT

    Red Deer is looking gorgeous. Now I can't wait to start mine...but I will have to wait! lol.

    Have fun with the tennis and stitching combo!

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  11. valerieJune 2, 2014 at 8:49:00 AM PDT

    Great progress on your Red Deer sampler! Love the fussy cut star too.

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  12. Charlene ♥ NCJune 2, 2014 at 8:56:00 AM PDT

    Loving the red!! That was what I thought when I saw your star. In my Crazy Quilt life collected kimono fabrics, and lots of them had similar designs. Mia looks like she may be having a little oxygen! LoL

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  13. Mary AnnJune 2, 2014 at 9:19:00 AM PDT

    Wonderful progress on the Red Deer sampler--the border definitely draws my attention--very lovely!

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  14. UnknownJune 2, 2014 at 9:38:00 AM PDT

    Yes, perfect combo... VAMOS!! ;)

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  15. LindaJune 2, 2014 at 10:17:00 AM PDT

    Wonderful progress on the sampler Margaret. Cute pics of Mia.

    Linda

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  16. cuckiJune 2, 2014 at 12:35:00 PM PDT

    Wow such a sweet sampler..so pretty...
    Cute Mia..kisses xxx

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  17. PennyJune 2, 2014 at 12:54:00 PM PDT

    I love this sampler! The colors are so pretty. Hope you and Mia enjoy watching the matches. :)

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  18. KristaJune 2, 2014 at 12:57:00 PM PDT

    The sampler looks beautiful!!! Have you heard about the upcoming sampler exhibit in New Jersey starting in the Fall? It will be at the Morvan Museum.

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  19. EvelyneJune 2, 2014 at 1:00:00 PM PDT

    Beautiful colours of the Red Deer Sampler and a perfect match with the scissor!
    Love the fussy cut star, it's so much fun to fussy cut!

    Have a nice week,
    Evelyne

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  20. Annette-CaliforniaJune 2, 2014 at 1:34:00 PM PDT

    Wow you go all out while stitching. You have coordinating scissors and glasses:) Sampler is looking more Gorgeous!!! love Annette

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  21. MaryJune 2, 2014 at 2:11:00 PM PDT

    So pretty!!!

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  22. woolwomanJune 2, 2014 at 2:17:00 PM PDT

    beautiful sampler Margaret - love the colors - so vivid ! Enjoy your tennis and the company of Ms Mia. Have a great week
    Mel

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  23. Samplings from Spring CreekJune 2, 2014 at 4:22:00 PM PDT

    You are right--that border on the Red Deer is striking!

    Your fussy cuts just get better and better.

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  24. AnnieJune 2, 2014 at 5:10:00 PM PDT

    That is a much more interesting border than the typical ones. And I love how you match your accessories to the colors in the sampler!

    Nice to have a companion. Does Mia like tennis?

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  25. Jackie's StitchesJune 2, 2014 at 6:16:00 PM PDT

    I love crossed kitty paws!

    You're making nice progress on the deer sampler!

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  26. BethJune 2, 2014 at 11:15:00 PM PDT

    That border is awesome with all the different colors of flowers - it must be fun to stitch and perfect for working on while watching TV. Glad to see Mia is holding up her end of the bargain and keeping you company.

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  27. SewAmyJune 3, 2014 at 6:25:00 AM PDT

    That boarder is gorgeous. Love you glasses and scissors to match.

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  28. AnneJune 3, 2014 at 6:48:00 AM PDT

    The border IS fantastic and one of the reasons I was drawn to it too!! That and the red deer. He's just so cool! You've really forged ahead with this sampler...I'm always amazed! Great fussy cut this week. Makes me think of pin stripe suits :D Mia is adorable as usual...Miss sleepy pants!

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  29. Love to StitchJune 3, 2014 at 4:23:00 PM PDT

    Wow, I can see why the border caught your attention! The colors are gorgeous!! Since I am done now with SDW, this might have to be a new start contender!

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  30. Rugs and PugsJune 3, 2014 at 7:07:00 PM PDT

    What a wonderful sampler. I wish I had time to stitch...sigh, but I just hate putting down my rug hook.
    Hugs :)
    Lauren

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  31. BrigitteJune 3, 2014 at 11:01:00 PM PDT

    You are right, that border around the sampler is really beautiful, all these flowers in different colours. I often look at the border first when I see a sampler, they are often an eye catcher.

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  32. CarolJune 4, 2014 at 8:25:00 AM PDT

    That is probably the prettiest border ever, Margaret--really fun and colorful! I understand why it attracted your attention..

    Enjoy your tennis and stitching time with Miss Mia keeping you company :)

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  33. KarolineJune 8, 2014 at 12:41:00 AM PDT

    Your Red deer sampler is looking gorgeous, great progress.

    I'm looking forward to Wimbledon this year as I'm actually going to be able to sit down and stitch to some of it live for the first time since Rosie was a baby!

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  34. KaisievicJune 8, 2014 at 4:30:00 PM PDT

    I love the way your glasses and scissors match the red of the deer - beautiful work as usual and Furio and Milo say "Miaow" to Mia.

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