Where Have I Been?

 Sometimes I wonder myself. Where am I? What have I been doing? Have I accomplished anything? Maybe others feel the same way and I'm not alone.

We had an unexpected death in our family. I was appointed Administrator of their estate. I never dreamed there could be so much involved in handling a very small estate.

On to the two latest craft accomplishments. I was asked by my daughter-in-law if I would cross stitch something Christmas that she could make into a pillow. She didn't have any Christmas pillows. I chose two to stitch for her. I have finished one and very close on the second one.

This is Seasons Greetings from Christmas Samplers II by Prairie Schooler. Stitched on 32 count Lambs Wool Linen.

I also painted  something for a new friend who has been a wonderful addition to our lives. Please keep in mind I have had no formal art training. I took tole painting classes as an adult but no art classes in school.

I should be back soon with the second Christmas cross stitch to be made into a pillow. See you soon

~~Layne~~

Reindeer Games WIP Photos

Here are a few photos of the Reindeer Games WIP. Still need to finish the bottom reindeer's scarf, add a few eyes, a few rosy cheeks, etc. I had it rolled up for so long as I worked on it that I forgotten how long the fabric actually is. It is a fun stitch!

~~Layne~~

 Reindeer Games

The Reindeer Games piece (pictured in post below) is close to being complete. I don't have an updated photo yet as I still have it rolled up and pinned so I can manage it while I'm stitching. I'll try to take a new photo this weekend and post it. I'm currently doing the last reindeer at the bottom. I will have a few things left like their eyes or noses, maybe some hooves to go back and put in. They are really cute and once it is framed I'm sure it will be even better.

Check back for updated photo later this weekend.

~~Layne~~