Late but it's all good:)

I'm R E A L L Y late posting this but, it's been a whirlwind since returning from the Prim Stitchers Society retreat.  Let me first say...this was my 1st Stitching Retreat and it was better than I could have imagined.  The same love and support this group shows on the facebook group page was evident the entire weekend at the Retreat...So many happy stitchers and Terri and Ridgely, who ran the event, made everything so perfect.

We had a 24 hr stitchers lounge, which got a lot of use....I have to say some of us stitched more than others, me, not so much....I'm a gabber... but it was a great place to hang out with all the members.  There was always snacks and something to drink available...so no need to leave the room for much:)

This was our stitch table gang.

Back Row~ Pat, Jeanne.  Front row~Charlene, Faye, Cindy, Elizabeth and moi

Not Pictured~ Beth, who was sweet enough to take the photo.

Our super stitchers...

Cindy even had a finish while there...what a great friend....she is always stitching one of my designs...This is "My Work" and her stitching is so pretty.

Roomies... the best ever!

 Friday was our class with Lori Brechlin of Notforgotten Farm.  We all stitched our homework and brought it to class for finishing.  Lori is laid back and super fun....we all laughed and had such a good time.

 Here is Lori and these are my new friends ....all the way from Canada. R to L...Donna, Chris and Cathy.

 Working on our Huswife Necklace...such a great project from Lori.  My dear friend Holly on the far left drove over to join us for the class.

Here is our sweet Beth...such a good student...She finished her project.  Wish you could see the inside....it was so special.

After class the Merchant Mall opened....WOOT WOOT...shopping:)

I got to put my new releases and handmades on the Primitive Handmades Mercantile table.  Teresa Miller of Teresa's Primitive Treasures and her wonderful helpers ran it all while I got to hang out with friends, shop and talk.  They did such a fine job and look at that set up...just awesome!

 A close up of my wares!

Here is my buddy's table.... Elizabeth Talledo of Dames of the Needle.  The Stitchers went a bit wild for her new linen line and trims... including myself...I did some damage shopping at her table.

Dames of the Needle linen.....Top to bottom....Dirty Ewe, North Beach Brown and Peep's Lost Sheep...Drool.

 Our dear Faye of Carolina Stitcher had a fabulous table too...Her project bags and rolls are not only functional, but so beautiful...She had examples of her finishing there too..in case you ever need to send her something for her to work her magic on.  It was so wonderful to see her again.  Love me some Faye:)

Well, I hope you liked seeing my pics from the retreat so far...I have lots more, but I'll do a second post, as to not overwhelm you...hehehe.

In parting, I just want to say this retreat is not to be missed...if you can make it next year it will be held in Atlanta.  I already have it on my agenda.  If you think this is something you'd be interested in...please come and join our facebook group...The Prim Stitchers Society.

Smiles and happy stitching....always:)  ~Nan

Getting Ready

My covers have arrived and the charts are printed and ready for the Prim Stitchers Retreat. I have 4 new designs that I'll be bringing and releasing at the retreat.  Not to worry....I will do a full release at the end of May!

Here is a better picture of "Spring Tail Feathers" Needlebook.
Hope you like it:)

  

This is stitched on Dame's of the Needle's new linen line, which will also be released very soon.  I thoroughly enjoyed stitching on Elizabeth's linen and the colors are quite prim.

Smiles, ~Nan

Recycle:)

I love prims and antiques and love it even better when I can find a way to add cross stitch to the pieces I find.  While antiquing awhile back I found this wonderful glass washboard.  I looked through my designs and thought I'd use the bottom motifs from my

 "Love for Labors All" design.  Changed up the colors and added a date....

Mounted and laced it onto some cardboard with batting and popped it in the top of the washboard.  Trimmed it with my stained vintage chenille around the edge.

This was fun and my first time doing this finish.  I'll be on the lookout for more washboards when I'm out junking with my buddies:)

Hope you have had a creative day my friends!  

Smiles, ~Nan

Quaker Pinkeep

Got a chance to finish this stitch that I did at the beginning of the month.  I finished it into a pincushion in a glass holder.  Stitched on 40ct mystery stained linen with The Thread Gatherer's Silk called Chocolate Caramel.  Added a few of my stained pins to match.  Another piece I'll be bringing to the Prim Stitchers Society Retreat at the end of the month.

I think this would make a fun little kit too...I may have to work on that:)

Not long now and I'll be with all my stitch friends at the retreat...it's going to be so exciting and I'm sure, so much fun.
Smiles, ~Nan

This Thursday Night

Don't forget to join me and my PHM sisters Thurs. night for our Primitive Handmades Merc. update.

Smiles, ~Nan

From the Farmhouse Show

Yesterday was so awesome.  The From the Farmhouse Antique and Handmades show was super and I did end up getting a few great pieces.  I got the most beautiful Mennonite quilt and one of those mason jars that I collect.  Also some handmade hornbooks from my buddies, Susan and Dorrie, a washboard and an old wooden butter churn keg... Best of all was seeing all my friends...(We missed having Pat and Cindy there:( We laughed and really never shut up...hahaha..... After the show we all went to Woody's Crab House for a delicious lunch, which has now become our tradition. The day went by all too fast again.

From a private collection out of Lancaster PA

Very large "Mason" only jar

Hope to add some stitcheries to these

Old butter churn keg

Next show is Oct. 17th.....mark your calendars.  This event is not to be missed.  
Smiles, ~Nan

My WIP

I thought I'd share my progress on my WIP, 1861 Antique Sampler by Blackbird Designs.   I've changed most of the called for colors, as I love the photograph of the original sampler in the book so much, that I want my piece to resemble the photo as much as possible.

I still have a ways to go, but this is turning out to be a lovely stitch and I am enjoying my time with it.

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I am heading to Elkton MD tomorrow to meet up with friends.  We all going to the "from the Farmhouse Show.  It's such great event and we try not to miss it.

Hope you all have a fun weekend planned too.

Smiles, Nan