Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Therapy

It has been such GOOD therapy getting back to my stitching room and doing some finishing on some of the pieces I stitched while I was away. I have 3 more pieces that I stitched during the past 6 months-it was hard not to do the finishing on them all today-but I saved them to keep the "therapy" going a few more days.





One Flag
Designer: Hands To Work
Fabric: 36ct. Cream
Fibers: DMC
Date Started:5-28-2011
Date Finished: 6-12-2011
Finished as a stitching/sewing box. I stained the box, mounted my stitching on top and added some green trim, green/white gingham ribbon and 3 green buttons.






United
Designer: The Trilogy
Fabric: 32ct. Summer Khaki
Fibers: GAST & WDW
Date Started:6-21-2011
Date Finished: 6-22-2011
Finished as a hanging pillow with blue star buttons sewn on to secure the gingham ribbon hanger and a large blue button for closure.

Thank you friends for stopping by.
hugs and love from SC,
BeckySC

39 Bees Abuzz:

missy said...

Gorgeous finishes, Becky. I know what you mean about stitching being therapy. I have thrown myself into my stitching and to be honest I'm afraid to look up. LOL

Hugs
-missy-

Ellen S said...

WOW!!! Love the sewing box!! Stitching therapy, nothing like it!!
So glad to hear from you!!!

Ellen S

Elena freeze-tear said...

Very beautiful...I'm glad that it distracts you from the sad thoughts!!!
Becky,take care of yourself.

Margaret said...

How gorgeous is this! Stitching and finishing is always good therapy for the soul. I'm glad it's helping you too.

Wolfie said...

The sewing box is just GORGEOUS!!! I so wish I had a box like that I could make a design for...but that will come when I have somewhere to display something gorgeous like that...at the moment we are moving around too much...no space to put things anywhere...apart from the floor...lol

Cindy said...

These pieces are beautiful. Glad that you are getting back to stitching, finishing and blogging. I really miss reading your posts, but certainly understand.

Maggee said...

I have never seen that One Flag pattern before--I really like that birdie! Beautiful job on both! I guess I need to learn to do boxes NEXT year! Hugs!

Jackie said...

Beautiful finishes! I especially like the sewing box. You did a great job staining it. It photographs as a wonderfully handcrafted box.

Shelleen said...

I am glad that you are getting therapy out of this. They look fantastic , as usual.

Tricia said...

What a treat to see your stitching and finishing again. You are a blessing to us!

Mouse said...

ohhh wow just popped on before bedtime and now having to mop lady like drool up before I go ..lol .. the sewing box is gorgeous and I love the button fastenings tooo on the little pillow :).. been busy finishing things off myself today and doing some more tomorrow as well ...and it is definitely good therapy :) take care love mouse xxxx

Lisa V said...

WOW Becky, amazing finishes, I especially love your sewing box finish, what a treasure!
Hugs

Theresa said...

Gorgeous finishes Becky!!!! The box is amazing!!!!

Ellen said...

Beautiful, love that box finish!

Hugs,

GoldenAngelsWorks said...

Wow what great finishes!

DonnaTN said...

The box is beautiful and the hanging pillow is too cute.

Beth said...

That basket is amazing! Love the little ornament too! I am so glad that you are back showing us your finishes - I missed you so much!

~Judy~ said...

I am always so amazed at how fast you stitch! I'm so jealous!! Your finishing is just beautiful and perfect.

Missfil said...

Your box is so beautifull ! and I love the Trilogy !

Lesleyanne said...

Gorgeous finishes. Glad they are helping a little.

Linda O said...

Beautiful finishes, Becky. I always love the different ways you finish pieces off, always a new way to do things, great!!
I'm so pleased that your stitching is helping at this time.
Take care of yourself, love and hugs to you all
Linda O xxx

Bekca said...

I always find stitching and finishing soothes me too. These are two wonderful finishes, One Flag looks amazing. Best wishes and happy stitching to you.

Michelle said...

Wonderful finishes, Becky. I know what you mean about stitching being therapy - glad its there for you during these times. Sending you many hugs xx

Andrea said...

Such wonderful finishes Becky!! So good to see you posting your beautiful work again. I'm glad the finishing work is giving you some therapy (ie:comfort)...big hugs!

Lesley said...

Gorgeous finishes. I love your sewing box.

Vonna said...

So very, very darling Becky! Each one is perfect and wonderful! Your therapy is a treat for our eyes :)

Lisa S said...

Wonderful finishes Becky! Love that sewing box!
It is so nice to "read" you again :) Glad stitching is helping you along.

Hugs

Carol R said...

Lovely finishes Becky. Great idea to add those little buttons on the box front!

BrendaS said...

Beautiful stitching and GORGEOUS finishing Becky. I'm so glad you are enjoying being back in your stitching room and doing some finishing

BIG HUGS to you my friend.

The Inspired Stitcher said...

Love your finishes! I'm glad you are enjoying doing some finishing. It always feels good to get things done so you can admire and display them.

Rita said...

Beautiful finishes!

Isn't it amazing how therapeutic stitching can be?

(((Becky)))

Sherry said...

Becky, your finishes are wonderful! I also love your pink finish in the previous post. You are right. It does hurt to see someone you love die. I watched as cancer took my dad and knowing there was nothing I could do was the most helpless feeling I have ever had. Life has a way helping us move on but I don't know if I will ever completely heal. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Brenda said...

It is such a treat to have you posting your beautiful projects again. I Love your sewing box and everything else you have finished lately. Thank you for the joy you bring to so many of us here:)

Catherine said...

Wonderful finishes! I am smitten with your box finish!

Patty C. said...

Love the box - Wonderful finishing -
Is the therapy for you or for us ;)
I am feeling better already !!!

Lynn said...

I'm with Patty. This therapy works for me too! I get so much enjoyment out of seeing your finishes. These are both fabulous!

Ranae said...

I love, love the One Flag box. The buttons are a great addition.
Your finishes always so beautiful.
There's nothing like getting back in the stitching room for some good therapy. I do hope it's working :)

Susan said...

The sewing box is gorgeous! Congratulations on another wonderful finish!

Christina said...

They are both great. Love the box finish.