Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Update on Industrious Bee Sampler....

Still working on this gorgeous sampler. I think this must be one of the most enjoyable pieces I have stitched to date. I just love everything about it and I look forward to picking it up every chance I get. I did put it aside for a couple of days to stitch Julianne's ornament.
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Design: The Industrious Bee Sampler
Designer: Theron Traditions
Design Size: 11 1/4 x 11 1/2
Fabric: 32ct. Natural
Fibers: DMC
Date Started: 3-26-09

I have Julianne's ornament ready to mail as soon as I can get to the PO and my fingers are itching to start a few more pieces, but again, I just love The Industrious Bee Sampler so much I can't stop stitching on it :) However, I may put it aside for a few days and stitch a few Smalls that I have been wanting to do as well as Amy's Summer exchange and her ornament for next months swap.

I am not due to receive ornaments from the swap until June, as I am the last one to receive, but Jill sent this cutie early.
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I received some very heartbreaking news late this evening and my heart is truly hurting. I get a lump in my throat and tears in my eyes each time it crosses my mind. I'm not going to post about it-but please remember to love your family and friends and TELL them and show them daily :) Life is never certain, and every new day is a blessing. You should always live each day to the fullest.

Thank you for stopping by-I appreciate your visits so much. I apologize for not getting by your blogs...hubby is on vacation and we are staying plenty busy.

To all my sweet friends out there-you all know who you are-I love you!!
Have a lovely week.
hugs,
BeckySC

29 Bees Abuzz:

Natasha said...

Bee sampler is coming along nicley. Love the ornament you recieved very cute.

I agree never take anything or anyone for grantet(sp)
((HUGS))
Natasha

Kim B said...

Your sampler is really gorgeous!

You're in our prayers with whatever heartache you're going through. Hugs to you Becky!

grace said...

The bee sampler is truly gorgeous! I can see why you can't stop stitching. I hope it's helping you cope through the heartache.

Brigitte said...

The Industrious Bee is a wonderful project and it's visible why you can't put it down. Great progress.

Redwitch said...

{{{hugs}}} to you Becky, we hear you.

Lovely colours in Industrious Bee, I hope your stitching is taking your mind of things.

lena-lou said...

Sorry to hear you have had upsetting news :(
Take care and keep busy :)

Angela said...

The sampler is coming along great.

What a cute little ornament.

Hope your next piece of news is good. You certainly seem to have had more than your fair share of bad news over the last year or so.

Nicole said...

It's so pretty Becky! And so sorry about the news you heard. I was just thinking those same thoughts yesterday while hugging my dh and kids. Everyday truly is a blessing. Thank you for the reminder!

Patti said...

Love the bee sampler and can understand why you can't put it down.

{{{{Becky}}}} for whatever is upsetting you. Love Patti xxx

Carolyn NC said...

So sorry to hear about your bad news, whatever it is. PBS.
Your Bee Sampler and ornament are so pretty!

Angela P said...

I really love the colors in the Bee sampler, it is looking wonderful! I agree never to take any day for granted, i'm thinking of you :)

Myrna said...

Hi Becky,

Just stopping by, and your Bee Sampler is just a burst of color!

You are often in my thoughts and prayers...

Hugs, my friend!

staci said...

Bee is looking good! And that's a really cute ornie from Jill :)

staci said...

PS. {{{MANY HUGS}}}

Kathy A. said...

Bee sampler is gorgeous. Love those colors. Your ornament is lovely and well finished.

Deb said...

I am loving your progress on this sampler. The colors are so nice! And the ornament you received is sweet! And you are right - every day is a blessing! Many hugs!

CindyMae said...

Your WIP is looking just amazing! The colors are so pretty and bright! I love it! Love the ornie as well. Wonderful job stitching it and finishing it!

Dawn said...

The Bee sampler is looking fantastic!

Enjoy your time with hubby.:)

GoldenAngelsWorks said...

Your work is gorgeous.

I pray that whatever is tugging at your heart will soon bring you some peace and comfort.

Marion said...

Becky, looking very good! Can't wait to see it finished!!

You're right about family and friends...never take anything or anyone for granted...sometimes easier said than done.....but it's so very true.

Hugs
Marion

Cindy F. said...

Oh Becky! I'm so sorry something has happened that is hurting you and I'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers...and hugging you close!
Your Bee Sampler is so beautiful and those colors are amazing!
And the ornie you received from Jill is just precious!
Sending you (((HUGS)))

mainely stitching said...

Love your Industrious Bee progress, Becky! :D

I'm sorry that you received some unhappy news, but I am glad that you're enjoying some time with your DH. :D

Karoline said...

Your Bee sampler is looking gorgeous, great progress.

{{{{Becky}}}}

Dani said...

Your sampler is looking great. Sorry to hear about the bad news.

Daffycat said...

Beautiful progress. Isn't it fun when you stitch something so enjoyable? You heart sings...

Pretty ornament from Jill. She is on the ball with her ornaments!

Vonna said...

Your Industrious Bee Sampler is looking FABULOUS :)
And I'm so sorry to hear you've heard some sad news. . . seems a lot of that is going around...doesn't it seem that for a long time nothing bad happens then everything seems to happen at once? Your words are wise...spread love and cling to the old rugged cross....have a super weekend! Hugs and love from Indiana to SC!

Jan said...

Just lovely progress!! Hope that hurt is eased some and you can enjoy your vacation time with Rick!

(((hugs))) Scoob

Jeanne - WillowTreeStitcher said...

I have not commented in a while Becky but have been following you just the same. So glad you got back to your stitching again after the time you took off for your health. I just love Theron Traditions patterns - and your Industrious Bee sampler is to die for. It's on my 'buy list' now. I've been planning to stitch her Pins & Needles sampler but the Bee one might cut in line. Thank you for keeping us inspired.

Mylene said...

The sampler is looking beautiful.

Enjoy your time with dh.

(((hugs)))