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| Brynwood Needleworks - Purple Heart Brooch In Progress |
It's still cold and the wind picked up again, so the best place was indoors needle dancing! So, that's exactly what I did. I sat in front of my favorite sunny spot and listened to the wind beating against the farmhouse, but it was nice and warm inside.
The Something Blue Bridal Brooches are padded out and waiting their turn, but I wanted to work on the purple heart brooch first. I started using a different fiber around the beads but didn't like it, so I removed all that work and started over. I'm much happier with the bright silver now.
I'll work on this some more today, and I'm also going to make the dough for cinnamon rolls. I promised a tray for Teresa when I see her at work tomorrow night, and in return I'll get a dozen of her beautiful farm eggs. The yolks are almost orange, and they're soooo good. I'm sure I'm getting the better end of the deal, and I know she'll say the same about my cinnamon rolls. That means it's a perfect trade, right?
I'm going to start today with a nice, hot cuppa, and then I'll turn my attention to my needlework. I can already tell it's going to be a good day. Wishing the same for you!
It's going to be so pretty!
ReplyDeleteI love how you call it needle dancing.
That DOES sound like a good trade.
Stay warm, it's supposed to warm up by Sunday, let's hope.
Marilyn
Hi Marilyn:
DeleteThanks, dear. I wish I could take credit for the term, but I heard it from a fellow designer decades ago when we were both teaching at Rockome Gardens in Illinois. I can see her face, but do you think I can remember her name? I do feel bad about that. I used some of Teresa's eggs for breakfast for Handsome and me this morning. They were the most beautiful orange yolks, and tasted fabulous. I'm looking forward to warmer weather, but we bought more bird seed and suet today to make sure the birds are fed. Hope your appointment went well!
Hugs,
xoxo
Donna
That heart will be so dazzling! What a lovely thing it is that you can each share/exchange items that are so greatly enjoyed by the other! I will be braving the horrid cold today as I need to go to the chiropractor and then make a quick grocery run...but who knows, I might second guess my grocery run, too 😁 Be warm and happy dancing!
ReplyDeleteHi Lois:
DeleteThat's one of the things I really love about goldwork. Even with matte-finish fibers, they end up with a bit of sparkle in every piece. I love bartering with my friends. Both parties are always happy with the exchange. I hope your appointment went well. We went grocery shopping, and I came home with sale things to can over the weekend. I'll be canning beef roast, sliced mushrooms, Alfredo sauce, and cheesecake in a jar. Some are considered "rebel" items, but they're tried, tested and safe from the sources who have done them for years. I'm looking forward to the results! Thanks, dear.
Hugs,
xoxo
Donna
I would say that sounds like a pretty good trade. I'm looking forward to seeing your completed purple heart. I imagine it will shimmer in the light and look like IT is dancing too!
ReplyDeleteHi MA:
DeleteWe think so, too. I'll complete the heart over the weekend, but it will stay hooped until I complete the blue ones, too. That will be next week. I wish I could take adequate photos to show it's true sparkle. I'll make sure to get a video on a sunny day after I finish it into a brooch. Happy Weekend to you and RC. Stay warm.
Hugs,
xoxo
Donna
Purple takes my heart away every time. It’s going to be amazing! Charlene in Phoenix
ReplyDeleteHi Charlene:
DeleteWhen I posted this for today, I KNEW I'd find a comment from you. I know how you love purple, and won't forget this as a future surprise. I'm going to add some purples into the box for you, too! It will ship soon, I promise.
Big Hugs,
xoxo
Donna
That does sound like a perfect trade, win/win for both of you.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful hearts.
Shirley
Hi Shirley:
DeleteI couldn't agree more. She's as excited as I am about our arrangement. Thank you, dear. I'll share finished pieces next week. Hope you're staying warm! Happy Weekend.
Hugs,
xoxo
Donna
Sherryofcreateology: With our sunshine I forgot how really cold it is outside when I ran my errands today. Brrr…. Home again and warming up. I am making Valentine cards for my Grandies. Happy having Creative Bliss.
ReplyDeleteHi Sherry:
DeleteWe have sunshine, too, but the wind just cuts right through us. Brrrrr is right! Snuggle under a lap blanket with a warm cuppa and you'll be good to go. I know your grandies will love their cards! Happy Creative Weekend, dear.
Hugs,
xoxo
Donna