Daisy's bit of stitching

I've been doing a bit of hand stitching lately.

Inspired by the great Julie Arkell, Janet Bolton, Jessie Chorley and

 Betty Pepper workshops I've been lucky enough to go on recently.

I've hardly been able to put my needle down!

I've been working out of a suitcase.

It's full of bits of gorgeousness but I've

found it incredibly relaxing to just use

whatever is to hand rather than being overwhelmed

with the contents of my sewing room.

I have loved sewing little scraps of loveliness together.

I dream in colour.

Do you?

This was a piece of smocking that I bought

from the Embroiders Guild box of goodies 

at the Knitting and Stitching show in Harrogate.

I've turned it into a cuff by adding a bit of

vintage fabric and a few press studs.

I adore using old threads too.

They compliment the mellow faded fabric so well.

'She loves the sea'

This dress is a project that has been

sitting in my head for a long time.

I have a collection of antique dolls clothes

but didn't really know what to do with them.

When I bought this French linen dress earlier in the year

the idea started to come together.

It was beautifully patched and so very easy to work with.

Each piece seemed to find its own place.

I have to say I have loved wearing it. 

It will continue to be a work in progress

as I find new treasure to add to it.

The last show and tell for today is 

'A shy rabbit'

I have no idea why she turned French but turn French she did.

'Where is she?'

The inspiration for this one came from

reading lift the flap books with Steve's grandson.

The delight on his cute little face when he sees

what's hiding!

'I am here'

 says my little pink rabbit.

I'm off on a trip to York tomorrow with the lovely 

Lemonade Kitty for a girly sewing day.

Will report back soon.

Have a lovely evening.

Hugs

Daisy xxx