7.26.2011

Trial Run...

See that cute little mother of pearl purse frame?
Isn't she sweet?
I've been wanting to incorporate these into a design for some time.
I've taken the plunge...
a trial run,
if you will!
And here is my prototype...
The frames do not come with any instructions or pattern pieces...
{sigh}
so there was some guessing,
&
by gosh
&
by gollying
going on.
But I'm happy with how the little purse looks now,
and
feel good about starting all over
with a new little purse...
One with cross stitched motifs
adorning the purse.

Yes, this little purses base fabric is linen...
as in cross stitch linen!
And its lined with
antique reproduction calico.
{sigh again}

A sweet little design has been charted
for this piece and now I'll put my needle to linen!

Think of a petite little purse,
just 5" tall...
a safe-haven for your
favorite scissors,
sewing thimble,
strawberry emery
&
needle case...
{sigh}

Stay tuned!

With thy Needle & Thread,
Brenda

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14 comments:

  1. Vonna PfeifferJuly 26, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    It is darling! Can't wait for the cross stitched one ;o)

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  2. MoonBeamJuly 26, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    Really sweet, Brenda.

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  3. Chocolates4Breakfast (Terri Malinovich)July 26, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    Awesome, Brenda! Can't wait to see it with the stitched bag!

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  4. TheresaJuly 26, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    It's lovely!!!! I hope you make kits for these because I want one and it's not even finished LOL. :0)

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  5. PennyJuly 26, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Oh how sweet! Love it, count me in to purchase one of the patterns and supplies. You are so amazing!

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  6. ShelbyJuly 26, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    I am so excited about this idea!!!!! I absolutely love your designs. Can't wait!!!!!1
    Sbrownquilts

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  7. marlyJuly 26, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    You better be offering these! Don't dangle candy if we can't taste it! This is just SO sweet.

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  8. nancyJuly 26, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    ditto ditto ditto -- it is so neat--- I do have a ? -- way back I used to do cross-stitch but now love punchneedle and work your designs- my question is -is it quicker to do cross stitch or punch needle when a design is basically the same??? thanks! nancy

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  9. Lizzie TishJuly 26, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Yes yes YES! I love it! And I haven't even seen it finished yet....you have us brainwashed Brenda! Such a darling idea! And a note to Nancy...punchneedle is definitely quicker but just be sure you have the right fabric!

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  10. TheCrankyCrowJuly 26, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    Sigh.

    Your creativity and imagination never cease to amaze me.

    Love it.

    Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin

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  11. mdgtjulieJuly 26, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    That's a great use for it, and it's so cute! Will be watching for the stitched one!

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  12. LittlebitJuly 26, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    I can't wait to see what you do with that little purse..I have those handles and they are still just sitting here. I am so NOT creative!

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  13. *Kountry*Porch*Primitives*July 27, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    Beautiful.... ~Kriss~

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  14. Mary @ Neat and TidyJuly 28, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    Really cute! Can't wait to see the next one; hopefully there'll be a pattern eventually.

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