Fortitude and Finishing

As we welcome the new year, I am taking a look back at the last 365 days - 2017 was a challenging year - full of triumphs, tests, and restructuring. Thank you for your support, encouragement, and loyalty regarding all avenues of Blue Ribbon Designs - there are many talented designers, creators, finishers, and teachers out there...and a vast amount of needlework/sewing/quilting patterns to choose from - I sincerely thank you for welcoming my designs into your creative space and allowing my dream to be a reality. I hope you will continue to receive my creations with open arms...it is a blessing to share my passion for all things done with needle and thread. As we jump into 2018, I have many intriguing goals and objectives...a pile of design ideas and exciting plans for the future - plus a good amount of projects in the works. Thank you for following me on my creative journey...

In my last post, I mentioned I have been keeping busy with all sorts of needlework finishing - I thought I would share some of the fabulous pieces my stitching clients have trusted me with...these were stitched by one of my very talented customers - only the finishing is my work...

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"Snow for Christmas" by With Thy Needle and Thread

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"Very Merry Winter" by JBW Designs

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"Snowman Trio" by Stitchy Kitty

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"Santa Knitting" - 2007 - Prairie Schooler

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"Bernard's Snow Day" by Kaniki's Prims & Whims
Winter 2016 PNPS Magazine

...and finally - I shared this stocking finish in my last post...but today, I have more to add. A very dear friend stitched this Christmas stocking for her (gorgeous!) first granddaughter and asked me to finish it. I was so pleased with how it turned out...and was overjoyed when she sent me a photo of her granddaughter holding it (isn't she precious?!)...this made me smile instantly!

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"Snow Bears Stocking" - Counted Cross Stitch Kit by Dimensions

As we start the new year, I would like to thank you for supporting Blue Ribbon Designs and my artistic journey. You continue to inspire me with your creativity, kindness, and generous spirits - BRD would not be possible without you and your patience as I explore new creative avenues and ideas. In preparation for 2018, take a moment to reflect on the past year and the many blessings bestowed upon you...and be sure to take a look at all the beautiful stitching, sewing, quilting, and crafting projects you have accomplished. I wish you a happy, healthy 2018, filled with joy, laughter, and creativity!