Sunday, December 4, 2011

Cottage Pinkeep Sampler Quilt

I was feeling a little down yesterday so I decided to employ a bit of stitch therapy and finish up another little art quilt for AAQI. A 'finish-finish' always lifts my spirits. This design is the Cottage Pinkeep Sampler by Deborah Thorpe of Midsummer Night Designs. Deborah has granted me permission to use her design for this purpose. It's stitched on 36 count linen from HDF. I love the sweet motifs and muted colors, but I thought it needed a bright border to set it off. Might be too bright for some tastes, but I love it.





My addled brain totally forgot to post the wonderful gifts I won from Carol's contest. I had already put the toys away in separate places when I remembered I hadn't taken a photo, so I gathered everything up today and took a picture to share. Funny thing, Carol also included some chocolate, but that is nowhere to be found at this point...hmmm? Anyway I just love the wonderful stitching bag that has a nice flat bottom so it stands up on it's own. Carol included a couple of lovely fat quarters and nice little journal. And the pièce de résistance is the sweet little pin cushion she made for me. It's stitched on black fabric.. something I could never hope to do and it's stuffed with the crushed walnut shells that are so popular these days. It's fun to hold and squish... could be marketed like worry beads I think! Thank you so much, Carol.

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25 comments:

  1. staciDecember 4, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Your art quilt turned out beautifully!

    Congrats on such a lovely win!

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  2. barbaraDecember 4, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Oh my gosh, that's just the sweetest finish!!!

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  3. RanaeDecember 4, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    The art quilt came out so pretty.
    Lovely gifts from Carol
    Love the black and white bag with the pink

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  4. KarenDecember 4, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    It's beautiful, I love it! Nice gifts, too, congratulations for winning!

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  5. MargaretDecember 4, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    I just love how this quilt came out! Beautiful! I love that design, and the whole setting for it is perfect too. Great prize winnings as well -- lucky you!

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  6. TheresaDecember 4, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    Wow!!! Another beautiful quilt finish!!!! Love it!!!!

    Congratulations for your win!! It's awesome~~

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  7. CarolDecember 4, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    I love it how a nice stitchy finish can always lift my spirits, too, Annie. Your little quilt is adorable--lovely colors and for such a worthy cause...

    You are very welcome for your prizes--so glad you are enjoying them (especially that dark chocolate!!).

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  8. Connie WDecember 4, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Your little quilt is beautiful. The bright border makes me smile and I think it's the perfect finishing touch.

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  9. Liz in KansasDecember 4, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    I think your bright border is perfect. It really makes the reds and pinks in the stitchery pop.
    Missing chocolate? Maybe there is a chocolate stealing mouse at your place, too! We can't allow this to spread any further!

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  10. SandraDecember 4, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Lovely finish Annie! You're right, finished finishes are always uplifting :)

    Congrats on your winning! The prize looks wonderful.

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  11. NimaDecember 5, 2011 at 1:18 AM

    i love your sampler quilt..lovely stitching and beautiful finishing

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  12. JaneDecember 5, 2011 at 1:30 AM

    What a pretty little pincushion.
    You've finished your little art quilt beautifully. Hope you are feeling better and have a good week

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  13. KirstenDecember 5, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    This purple fabric would brighten everyone's mood! It totally works for me! Love the motives.
    The back is so pretty too. A shame that it is hidden.

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  14. Rachel S-HDecember 5, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Very pretty and cheerful!

    Congratulations on the win!

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  15. MichelleDecember 5, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    A great finish, Annie! I love the mini quilt finishes! Congrats on the win - what a beautiful prize!

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  16. AnnetteDecember 5, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    What beautifull what your made!!
    You did it so beautifull..

    And what a beautifull gift your got!! I loved it also so much.. enjoy it ;)

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  17. ♥ NiaDecember 5, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    oh! lovely stitching, those little squares look so adorable =)
    Great gifts!! Lucky you :D Congratulations!!
    Have a lovely week sweetie :)

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  18. MelanieDecember 6, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    Very pretty! I like the fabric you put with it.
    Congrats on winning Carol's giveaway!! :)

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  19. NancyDecember 6, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Another beautiful quilt finish Annie! Enjoy all your goodies you won!

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  20. HettiDecember 6, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    What a lovely and sweet embroidery design and the colours of the frame match so very well Annie!
    My compliments for your patchwork ;-))
    Hugs,

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  21. PumpkinDecember 6, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Gorgeous finish Annie! Love the colors :o)

    Isn't it funny how the chocolate is always the first to disappear???? ;o) Great package from Carol.

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  22. Gina E.December 6, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    The border fabric on your mini quilt is just perfect. Nice package of goodies! Don't you just love the generosity of blogging friends :-)

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  23. UnknownDecember 7, 2011 at 5:10 AM

    beautiful cross stitch design and a lovley quilt

    i follow you

    greetings from belguim

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  24. SiobhánDecember 7, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    Your art quilt is gorgeous, Annie. You are so creative with your finishing!

    Love the win from Carol!

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  25. NickyDecember 8, 2011 at 4:12 AM

    Beautiful finish and fabulous gifts from Carol ......... but the real question is - where did the chocolate disappear to? I'm guessing the same place as chocolate in my house!!
    Enjoy your lovely gifts..........

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