2013 embroidered calendar...

Another project I have had for months - this one bought at the end of last year from Carina of Polka & Bloom.

It's completed in DMC stranded cotton using mainly satin and split stitch which took a surprisingly long time to finish.  I seriously thought it would be 2014 before I got this done.

I finished it about 3 months ago but still need to make it up into something - not sure what though as I've left it rather late!

New necklaces...

A few more necklaces listed on etsy...

This time an opalite and fine silver pendant with handmade findings and heart charm, and a handmade lampwork flower bead with fine silver bead cap and Swarovski crystal.

New Cupcake Necklaces

I've just listed some new cupcake necklaces for sale in my Etsy store.

The glass cupcakes are made on a lampwork torch and finished off with sterling silver findings and chains.  I've been working on some christmas themed ones today - never to early to get started!

"Life is Beautiful" sampler...

Whilst browsing Pinterest I came across this lovely sampler from Stacey at Bakercourt. She has generously put a free pattern for this Spring Sampler on her blog so if you would like to embroider your own go on over and check it out.

I used DMC Perle Cotton #8 and had fun using a variety of embroidery stitches and colours on this pretty design. Now I just need an embroidery hoop to use as a frame.