Thursday, April 23, 2020

Binding, a Restart, a Start and a Start ~


Well . . . the hooking is finished and BOO is being bound.  Pattern by American folk artist S. West (paper pattern sold by Buttermilk Basin).  It measures 11 1/2" x 15".  A  birthday gift.


I frogged and restarted a Small Marine Sampler but not enough to bother with a picture.  Another birthday gift in the making.

And yet another birthday gift.  This applique runner is a pattern by Crows on the Ledge.  It is about 13" x 35".  


A little hooked mat that will be another door prize at the Crooked River hook in this October.  A total no brainer piece.  


I finally started putting the mulch down in the flower beds.  The weather hasn't been too cooperative.  (I mowed the lawn today wearing winter gloves.)  6 bags down . . . 34 to go.  I must be a glutton for punishment.


Thanks so much for stopping by.
Be safe and stay healthy.
Pug hugs :)
Lauren
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15 comments:

  1. JacquelineApril 23, 2020 at 9:41 PM

    Beautiful gifts! Glad to see someone is being productive. I sure am not.

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  2. TheCrankyCrowApril 23, 2020 at 11:48 PM

    Well, you sure as heck get some kind of amazing gifts!! And for a birthday no less. Let's see...what did I get this year??? Oh yeah...that's right...nothing! ;-) Love that pumpkin applique....and your JOLs.... Finally dropped my Gillford runner at Cathy's so she can get me some wool year to bind it with. Otherwise, nothing on my frame....because there' really nothing to PUT on my frame. And, ok...so I still think those ARE baby dinosaurs....What the heck??????

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  3. Julie - My Primitive HeartApril 24, 2020 at 12:18 AM

    Hi Lauren,
    Look at you and how busy AND productive you are!!!! LOVE all of your sweet pieces and how lucky the recipients will be!!! How many other projects do you have up your sleeve?? lol
    Hoping you will get some much needed rest and be able to get rid of those baby dinosaurs that have invaded your yard!!!
    Stay safe and well and say hi to Molly the cutie!!!
    Heart Hugs~
    Julie xo

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  4. Simply QuaintApril 24, 2020 at 5:54 AM

    Look at you go lauren those are awesome......and mulch too.....we wait til after all the helicopters fall to mulch learned our lesson well one yr.........glad you’re well and busy........enjoy...

    Blessings

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  5. kcmrugs@gmail.comApril 24, 2020 at 6:49 AM

    Halloween rugs- a fav of mine! I’m dreaming of fall hook-ins about now (tho I don’t want to skip summer). It would be good to see fellow hookers!

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  6. Mugwump WooliesApril 24, 2020 at 7:07 AM

    I don't even drink and I thought they were baby dinosaurs! Great finishes....you are so industrious! Stay well.

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  7. acorn hollowApril 24, 2020 at 7:26 AM

    Wow you have been busy! I do hope we are back to normal by then. Our wonderful fair that is held Columbus weekend just canceled last night. The last time it cancelled was the flu pandemic in 1918' makes me so sad.
    Cathy

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  8. JuliaApril 24, 2020 at 8:04 AM

    Wow Lauren, you sure have been busy. You are ahead of the game. I love the Boo mat.
    I'm about half done with the flowerbed cleaning. Some days are warm and others are cold. I'm slow but sure. lol.
    All that outdoor exercise is good for us.
    Hugs, Julia

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  9. SaundraApril 24, 2020 at 8:12 AM

    You are a thoughtful gift giver and such beautiful work. Love BOO and such a fantastic green wool. Did you dye that green?

    You've obviously still got your muscle strength lifting all those heavy mulch bags.

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  10. Farm GirlApril 24, 2020 at 4:41 PM

    I am not drinking and I thought that was baby dinosaurs. I love to see your work. What a bunch of mulch!! I am impressed. I love your hooking. I love to see what you are working on. Have a lovely day.

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  11. marieApril 24, 2020 at 4:45 PM

    I love "BOO". have a granddaughter who's favorite holiday is Halloween, so just might have to hook that for her birthday in July-----guess I better get busy. I know the feeling about mulch or bark dust if you live in the NW. I've put down 24, got two left over for fill in when needed. I'm not strong enough to lift and carry anymore, so I had to drag them around the yard. Good work out. All your work is first class.

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  12. Prims By The WaterApril 24, 2020 at 9:06 PM

    OMG I thought they were baby dinosaurs too! Love all of your projects. We get to open our gift shop tomorrow for curbside only. WOOHOO! Antique store still has to remain closed until May 16th. Its a start though. Janice

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  13. DonnaApril 25, 2020 at 4:47 PM

    Love the Boo and the 3 pumpkins.....both on my to-do list.

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  14. moosecraftApril 25, 2020 at 7:57 PM

    lol! Ya' know.... i thought they were baby dinosaurs too....and I'm just drinking water! ;-)
    There are going to be some super Happy Birthday's this year! All of your presents will truly be appreciated! Great stitching and hooking!

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  15. WoolenSailsApril 25, 2020 at 9:49 PM

    Wonderful rug and wool runner, I am getting to the point where I may do Christmas now, so I can get some things done for myself, which I never make time for. I just need more time and energy, lol.

    Debbie

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