Hello again, mmmm time really does get away especially now that Spring is officially here...the days seem to be skipping along. I intend to get used to this 'blogging' in time....I shall become more familiar with the set up and how things work. You see I am really more comfortable when I have pens, pencils or paints in hand....but it is always good to have a challenge, isn't it?
I thought that I would have a crack at including a snapshot of our little book that we put together not too long ago. It is a little book of inspiration consisting of various teapot shapes filled with grand flora and it goes by the name of High Tea.
The designs in the book can be used on many different items such as - linen/cotton tea towels, table runners, table cloths, framed stitcheries, cushions, curtains, aprons etc.
The designs can also be used for punch needle, applique, embroidery, stitcheries ...using simple stitches, lots of color or mono color, such as redwork.
Beginners, intermediate or advanced stitchers can use the designs - beginners can start by stitching just the outlines, intermediate stitchers can stitch outlines and some of the detail, and advanced stitchers can stitch the whole lot!!! The exciting part is then decorating the designs with beads, buttons, sequins, felt, ribbons etc, not to mention all sorts of fun stitches that can be used to bring the designs to life.
It is a little book to stir your creativity....to make you wonder..."mmmm what if I did' or
'yes I can do'.
There are indeed other ways in which the designs can be applied....for instance I have used the designs for painting up cards, wooden hanging designs and boxes etc. Imagination is such a gift and I know each and everyone of us has that.
I shall share with you a little saying that I have above the kitchen sink. "Take each day in your stride." Each morning I gaze at it and begin the day with more intention and with my senses awakened. It works for me, I begin to think of how much I can do to fit into the 'gift' of a new day.
blessings,
Jo
blessings,
Jo
where can you buy a copy of your book regards trish slater
Posted by: trish slater | 12 February 2009 at 02:52 PM
The book looks great, love to see some close ups or what you have made from it.....hehe........
Posted by: sharon-nz | 19 September 2008 at 04:16 PM
Jo,
The book looks beautiful!! I love the designs and the colors that you have used! So pretty for aprons and tea towels!!!
Posted by: Alison | 18 September 2008 at 06:26 AM
Hi Kate!
We now have a blog and I was trying to do a link to your blog yesterday and for some reason it wouldn't work! Today I have discovered that I must have linked a photo to your blog so you might get a few people arriving here confused!!! LOL
Great photo of you recently in Homespun, you looked so young!!!!
All the best
Christina "Rustic Tarts"
Posted by: Christina | 17 September 2008 at 07:26 PM