Sunday, October 24, 2010

Snow Love

I believe I was the last subscriber to receive the JCS ornament issue. Finally I had to call them when it didn't show up and they re-sent it. That took an extra ten days. But I do like the issue and the Nov/Dec issue has already arrived too so I'm caught up.

I decided to stitch the Sam Sarah snowman 'Love' ornament first. So many pretty colors and such a fun design. I used all DMC so it looks a bit different from the magazine model. I didn't have those L-O-V-E buttons to attach to the gifts so I just used some little buttons from my stash instead. I like the way she used couching for the heart border. Very effective and original. The ribbon hanger is a deep purple. Not sure if the color is showing up well in the photos. I took one inside and one outside and, of course, I'm not really happy with either one.





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29 comments:

  1. staciOctober 24, 2010 at 7:18 PM

    That is a really cute ornament Annie...you did a beautiful job!

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  2. TheresaOctober 24, 2010 at 7:57 PM

    He is sooooo cute!!!! Love your finish!!!!

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  3. AnonymousOctober 24, 2010 at 7:58 PM

    Beautiful Annie! I love the buttons you chose. Nancy in NY Hedghogmom@aol.com

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  4. CarolOctober 24, 2010 at 8:17 PM

    That really looks like a fun one to stitch, Annie--the colors are so nice and I love that purple ribbon you used for a hanger :)

    Glad your ornament issue finally arrived! What one will you be stitching next?

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  5. DeborahOctober 24, 2010 at 11:24 PM

    Way tio cute!

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  6. JaneOctober 25, 2010 at 1:49 AM

    I love the buttons you've used to attach the ribbon.

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  7. mbroiderOctober 25, 2010 at 1:52 AM

    That is very very cute!! Love the finish too (as always!)

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  8. AnnetteOctober 25, 2010 at 2:48 AM

    Wow Annie I love it, a lovely design, very beautifull stitched and decorated..
    You made a very lovely ornament.
    You have magic fingers!!!!

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  9. LoisOctober 25, 2010 at 3:24 AM

    What a cute ornament. Great finish!

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  10. KarenVOctober 25, 2010 at 6:15 AM

    What a lovely ornament! I love the buttons you used, they work really well.

    Sorry it took so long for you to get your ornament issue, what a pain - at least you have it now though.

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  11. SiobhánOctober 25, 2010 at 6:16 AM

    That is such a cute ornament, Annie! I think it's one of my favorites from the issue. I love your finishing!

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  12. VinnieyOctober 25, 2010 at 8:50 AM

    It's one of my favorite chart from the magazine too. Love all those cute little buttons you attached.

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  13. KirstenOctober 25, 2010 at 1:00 PM

    What a lovely design! I also like the couched heart border.

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  14. JennyOctober 25, 2010 at 2:03 PM

    OMG allready time for the ornament issue! I am not up to date since I started studies instead of cross stitching ;-) I love the ornament Annie! Very nice :-)

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  15. MyleneOctober 25, 2010 at 4:03 PM

    I love how you finish the ornament. It looks great!!

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  16. NancyOctober 25, 2010 at 4:14 PM

    It looks wonderful to me Annie! It's such a cheerful ornament!

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  17. KarenOctober 25, 2010 at 5:53 PM

    I love the ornament, Annie, and I think your photos turned out just fine, too!

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  18. LaineyOctober 25, 2010 at 6:30 PM

    Oh gorgeous finish Annie it;s just adorable!

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  19. PumpkinOctober 26, 2010 at 9:54 AM

    He's adorable Annie! I'm going to leave the LOVE buttons off too. He's on my to-do list, whenever that comes around ;o) LOL!

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  20. ♥ NiaOctober 26, 2010 at 8:26 PM

    It's lovely Annie!! =)
    Good work girl ;)

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  21. BluOctober 26, 2010 at 11:07 PM

    What a lovely finish! The snowman is so adorable.

    I love the purple ribbon, it's so pretty.

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  22. NickyOctober 26, 2010 at 11:45 PM

    He's beautiful Annie, love the way you've adapted the button idea. I just received my ornie issue last week(not a subscription though) and there are some great designs I have added to my 'list'! Hope you have a wonderful day.

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  23. BrigitteOctober 29, 2010 at 2:50 AM

    Very beautiful finish.
    I rarely have all the threads that a chart calls for, nor do I have the charms and buttons that the model uses. I always take threads and embellishments from what I have and usually I'm very happy with the result.

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  24. NimaOctober 30, 2010 at 8:23 AM

    wow...lovely ornament...great finishing as usual. I missed visitng your blog ...let me sit down and take a round thru your blog to see your updates

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  25. CalamityJrOctober 30, 2010 at 1:04 PM

    I;m partial to snowmen, and this one is beyond adorable! Great stitching and finish!

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  26. AnneOctober 30, 2010 at 1:21 PM

    Wonderful stitching Annie! I just received my JCS ornament issue on Wednesday, 27th.. lol It may take me a while to do some of the designs, but sure are some nice ones. Happy stitching! :)

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  27. AnneOctober 30, 2010 at 4:52 PM

    ps: I forgot to mention I am going to start The Sweetheart Tree on pg 55 of the JCS ornaments issue. With a different finish though.. Happy Stitching!!

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  28. TammyKNovember 1, 2010 at 10:43 AM

    Love your Snow Love :) Great job Annie!

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  29. Iss-olaNovember 14, 2010 at 2:40 PM

    fantastyczny bałwanek :)

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