Thursday, November 5, 2009

"Pumpkins" Needlework Case, Biscornu and Fob

Oh, it has been so long since I posted last. It's really hard to go back to every day routine, it just takes some time to get used to things which we normally do not notice. And one more important thing happened during this long time of silence - I became a multi-kid-ttens mom. I will tell you about them next time and will take some pictures of my kid-ttens, could not take a single good picture of them because they are wild!
If I did not post, that does not mean that I did not work. I've prepared something to show to you today.
I continued working on "Pumpkins" designs and created the needlework case, scissor fob. I also made some changes in the biscornu pattern and made the back side for it.
Here is "Pumpkins" collection I have been working on.
It looks like a pumpkin patch, doesn't it? I do not know how about you but I love pumpkins! No, not to eat! I love to look at them. No matter how big or small they are - they always make me smile - so cheerful they are! Oh, well, back to "Pumpkins" collection.
This is how "Pumpkins" Biscornu look now:It has two sides and I made a few pins to embellish the biscornu.
Then goes "Pumpkins" Scissor Fob:
Last but not least - "Pumpkins"Needlework Case, its front:
and its back:
It took me a long time to finish it because I could not find the right fabric, ribbon, buttons. After lots of thinking I made the best with what I had. This is the inside of the case:
"Pumpkins" Set includes everything a stitcher needs to work on a project:
If you are interested in buying any of my designs, please contact me. My e-mail is in my Profile.
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If you remember in my previous post I promised a prize for a stitcher who first sends me pictures of the finished "Pumpkins" biscornu. A few days ago Mylene sent me pictures of her work. She made a wonderful job on it, didn't she?
I sent "Pumpkins" beaded fob to Mylene and I also made these pins for her biscornu. Thank you for your pretty work, Mylene!* ** * * *
I made some new beaded scissor fobs, from left to right:
Black Cat, Black Sheep and Frog scissor fobs.
You can also place an order for fobs with me. My e-mail is in my Profile.
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Last time I promised to show you some picture from my trip.
In my town people like to go for walks. The next day when I arrived home my son and his girl friend took me to the Central Park. Here are some pictures from the park. Water always attracts people, it is so tranquil to walk and to look at the water waves and listen to their soft sound.


I also like pretty clouds, especially at sunset...
In the Central Park there is our local History Museum. I took very many pictures of needlework exhibits, so many that I had to change the batteries in my camera.
Most of the works exhibited there are cross stitch, some works have some specialty stitches or crochet lace. But there were some needlework pieces made in the technique unknown for me. They might be kind of hand weaving.
For today I chose a picture of a cross stitch work, I guess it is about 200 years old. What is interesting about these old pieces is that the crosses are rather big and they were not crossed in the same direction.
If this kind of pictures are of any interest for you, let me know please and I will show you some more pictures next time.
Traditionally I finish the post with a flower picture, I took it during the walk in the Central Park.
I want to thank everyone who leaves comments and sends e-mails to me, thank you for your time and kind words. This kind of feedback is so important for me.
Hugs and Happy stitching to you!

33 comments:

Unknown said...

О, Оля, не устану повторять - комплекты у тебя головокружительные!!!

Michelle said...

The Pumpkin Set is lovely!

I would love to see more photo's of your trip and especially the embroidery - I find it fascinating. I wonder whether the other embroidery you saw could be Ukrainian (Merezhkan) embroidery as that is a type of Needleweaving.

Olga said...

wow!! you never cease to amaze me :o) ....your designing is more beautiful and pretty with each one and your finishings are so amazing as always! just luv all your pumpkin designs! glad to see you back at blogging :o)
luv from olga (uk)

Annie said...

Your pumpkin design is lovely, so perfect for fall. And the pins and fobs are such nice embelishments.

I know it takes time to get back into the swing of things. Nice to see you posting again.

Casa Cuori Colori said...

Beautiful pictures..I love autumn and your pumpkins are just...lovely!!
Claudia

Yoyo said...

Thank you for the 'vacation' photos, you got some good ones there. 'Pumpkins' is very (!) pretty, but I really like the stick pins, those are always fun. Hugs

Faby said...

Wow... So much in this post, and it's all beautiful!!! I don't know where to start!!! I just LOVE your pumpkin collection, Olga. It's gorgeous, and looks so yummy!!! Your trip pictures look fantastic! and I just can't wait to see pictures of your "offspring"!!!
Have a lovely day XXX

Nancy said...

Such a beautiful post! Your Pumpkin set is very pretty. I also love to look at them and so many lovely things that nature has to offer. Your scenic photos are gorgeous, and I like the vintage cross stitch too!

Andrea said...

Your pumpkin set is beautiful. I would love to see more photos from your trip.

hohla said...

Оленька! Вся серия с тыковками - чудесная! Очень нравится! И маячки супер!!!

Irene said...

Love your pumpkin set ! Nice pictures of your trip, please show more when you can.

Annalee said...

What pretty pumpkins!

Cathy B said...

Your pumpkins smalls set is adorable!

Sharon said...

Such talent! Your designs are fabulous!

Brigitte said...

These pumpkin smalls are so so beautiful. And I hope you will share mor pictures from your trip. I love to see all these wonderful regions.

Nicola said...

Your pumpkin design collection is simply beautiful Olga!

gazette94 said...

Lovely set ! I love pumpkins...
A usual you made a really charming biscornu...

Adriana R. said...

Qué mas puedo decir???, tus diseños son maravillosos, no me canso de alabarlos, y la delicadeza con la que realizas tus bordados es impresionante. Bellos!!

Mylene said...

WOW! I LOVE the pumpkin set. All beautifully finished. Great job. and oh, can't wait to see those gorgeous pins, thanks so much!
Beautiful pictures from back home, sure would like to see more when you get the chance.

Have a happy weekend!

Solstitches said...

Lovely to see a new post from you.
Your latest set of sewing smalls is just beautiful. I love the pumpkins - such gorgeous colours.
I love your stick pins and beaded fobs also.
I'm curious to know what the glass acorns are? Ornamental or functional?

Margaret

Daffycat said...

Oh my, Olga! Your designs are always so delicate and beautiful. I love this pumpkins set of stitchy implements. I may not be able to resist these!

Natasha-ND said...

Потрясающие комплекты! Оля, какая ты умничка талантливая! А у меня ридер почему-то перестал обновлять твой блог, сейчас просматривала свою подписку непосредственно в своём блоге и тогда увидела твои новости. Сейчас обновлю ссылку и в ридере. Обидно, что могла пропустить такую красоту!

brodstitch said...

A gorgeous pumpkin set!

Gabi said...

What a lovely stitching set. Simply beautiful. Your fobs and pins are adorable too.
Enjoyed also to see the lovely pictures of your home town

Carolyn NC said...

Such a pretty pumpkin set! Lovely picstures and beautiful fobs, too!

Natalija said...

What a lovely pumpkin design :) And thank you for sharing the wonderful pics from your trip!

A Pequena Centopéia Sapatinhos said...

Lindos todos os trabalhos,parabéns!

All things beautiful said...

This is a pretty set for the Fall. I'm sure you must be working on something Christmas-y now? Can't wait to see what you come out with next :-)

Hazel said...

Oh wonderful. I love the style of the needlecase -hope to see a few more of these. xx

Pumpkin said...

Your Pumpkin collection is just ADORABLE Olga!!!! Incredible :o)

Malele said...

Hello Olga ! une bien jolie nouvelle création ! et de jolies épingles
Bises de Malélé

Anonymous said...

Very lovely set!!! You are right, it's cheerful and very nice to look at.

Wendy said...

I love the color you used, the orange and green,lovely !
and the pictures of your home town..................wauw, it Russia was a bit nearer I would definetly visit !