Monday, August 27, 2012

Wisdom Sampler finished :)

It's finished already couple of days, but it was quite busy here and bad weather, so it took me a while to take pictures....

I'm so happy about this finish. Still busy with my happy dance.  It's  hanging on my floor frame - on display in the lounge and right now I'm mentally not ready to take it off  there to put the next one on. :)
Please overlook any visible dog toys in the back. My Jack Russel pulls them faster out then I can store them away in the basket.  She thinks it's our daily game.



The Wisdom Sampler
Designer: The Vermillion Stitchery
Fabric: Lakeside Linens 36ct Magnolia
Fibers: my own conversion to NPI silk 
 
And now a lot of pictures of it.... which are clickable if needed :)
 




Emma Miles didn't get started yet because I'm rethinking the fabric I have for her and will probably dye it myself.

So I went to my basket and Ellen Birdseye jumped right into my arms. Changing her colors though. Stealing bits and pieces from others who had made their own conversions. Using some of their changes, added some salt of my own, and hopefully it will turn out well.
Time will show...
 
 
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45 comments:

  1. MargaretAugust 27, 2012 at 2:03 PM

    My oh my - there's a lot of stitches=hours in that one! She is beautiful. Well done

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  2. JeanneAugust 27, 2012 at 3:41 PM

    It's beautiful..beautiful...beautiful! Wisdom Sampler is one of my all-time favorites, love the colors, the colonial theme, jut everything about it. Congratulations....I'm envious! I would leave it out on your stand to admire for awhile too.

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  3. butterflyAugust 27, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    Wonderful, it's just so beautiful, love the colours, just looked again at the close up photos it really is stunning
    Thanks for sharing ,hugs.

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  4. TinaAugust 27, 2012 at 5:30 PM

    Stunning,haven't seen this one before,I would leave it on show also
    Tina

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  5. ZlataAugust 27, 2012 at 5:31 PM

    My congratulations with such beautiful finish! It's wonderful sampler! Colours are so bright!!!
    And new start is great! I'm waiting to see your conversion results!

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  6. NicolaAugust 27, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous! A wonderful finish Gaby. Makes me want to get mine out and make a start on it, but I need to concentrate on Christmas stitching now.

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  7. Stitching NoniAugust 27, 2012 at 6:48 PM

    Amazing finish. Well done :). Sit back & admire your handiwork! It is a truly lovely sampler.

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  8. Lisa VAugust 27, 2012 at 7:03 PM

    Its beautiful!! Congratulations.

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  9. ChrisAugust 27, 2012 at 7:17 PM

    Beautifu finish Gabi. This is such a wonderful sampler. I like the dog toys too :)

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  10. VickieAugust 27, 2012 at 8:23 PM

    There is nothing about this sampler I do not like. I especially love the little dogs.♥

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  11. CarolAugust 27, 2012 at 8:32 PM

    What a truly stunning finish, Gabi! Thank you for all of the wonderful clickable close-up photos--they show how wonderful this piece really is. I'm sure you will be happy dancing for a long time over this one :)

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  12. EllenAugust 27, 2012 at 9:02 PM

    Wow, the sampler is gorgeous! Love your new start too!

    Hugs,

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  13. Jackie's StitchesAugust 27, 2012 at 9:04 PM

    Congratulations Gabi on your finish! It's absolutely beautiful!

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  14. SueAugust 27, 2012 at 9:17 PM

    It's beautiful Gabi, congratulations on such a lovely finish...x

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  15. MargaretAugust 27, 2012 at 9:29 PM

    Congratulations! Your finish is absolutely gorgeous! Love your new start too!

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  16. KatrinaAugust 27, 2012 at 10:08 PM

    Gorgeous finish!!!! Congrats :-). Fun new start too.

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  17. Laurie in IowaAugust 27, 2012 at 11:17 PM

    Beautiful finish... congratulations.

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  18. DebAugust 27, 2012 at 11:52 PM

    Congratulations Gabi on a wonderful finish. I just love, love the colors of it!! I guess I should pull out my pattern. I've had it for years and never touched it. I guess it takes seeing a beautiful finish to make you think about doing it!

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  19. KirbyAugust 27, 2012 at 11:55 PM

    I have said it on Sampler World and I will say it again. THIS IS GORGEOUS. Congratulations on such a fabulous finish. AND if we do get Attic Needlework or Vermillion to make it available again, will you share your conversion? PLEASE!

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  20. VeraAugust 28, 2012 at 12:46 AM

    Gorgeous finish Gabi!! Looks like you are off to a great start on Ellen B. as well.

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  21. Cindy's StitchingAugust 28, 2012 at 1:09 AM

    so nice. the colors are really pretty. I am sure you did the long happy dance gabby.

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  22. JokeAugust 28, 2012 at 2:43 AM

    Gabi, you are my hero! This is stunning, all finished! Now you can give full attention to Emma ;)

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  23. JokeAugust 28, 2012 at 2:47 AM

    I now see that you are considering Emma and started Ellen. So, full attention to Ellen :)

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  24. BrendaSAugust 28, 2012 at 6:28 AM

    Beautiful finish Gabi!

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  25. RanaeAugust 28, 2012 at 7:38 AM

    Congrats! On your finiished sampler, it is a beauty and the colors are just gorgeous

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  26. samplerloverAugust 28, 2012 at 8:14 AM

    Congratulations on finishing this stunning sampler. It is really lovely and has been on my "to do" list for years. I first saw this sampler a long time ago probably about 15 years ago at Ribbons and Rainbows in Blackheath. It was a Elsa Williams sampler. You could buy it as a kit. I was always sorry that I never bought it at the time, but was very happy years later when I found the chart again. - Sandra.

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  27. marlyAugust 28, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    What a beautiful sampler. So many rich colors. Gorgeous flowers and elements. I enlarged and studied all the photos and enjoyed them.

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  28. FayeAugust 28, 2012 at 12:29 PM

    Breathe taking!! Fantastic job!!!

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  29. Teresa S.August 28, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    Congrats on a beautiful finish! Love all the bright colors!

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  30. TatkisAugust 28, 2012 at 10:34 PM

    Oh my, your Wisdom Sampler is so beautiful and sweet!
    Congratulation on the finish!

    Hugs,
    Tatyana

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  31. Dani - tkdchickAugust 28, 2012 at 11:27 PM

    Its gorgeous! Congratulations!!!

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  32. merumoAugust 29, 2012 at 1:54 AM

    Gorgeous finish! Congratulations!! Now I'm all excited about following Ellen Birdseye. Can't wait to meet all the birdies ;)

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  33. KatherineAugust 30, 2012 at 4:19 AM

    Gorgeous Gorgeous Gorgeous!!!
    Gabi, what a tremendous success and beautiful piece. I didn't know you had a Jack - I adored my Jack Russell; they are just THE BEST dogs.

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  34. Jo who can't think of a clever nicknameAugust 30, 2012 at 9:06 AM

    Congrats on the Happy Dance. I love the bright colours in this sampler, it's lovely.
    I have a child like your Jack Russell, everything HAS to live on the floor - toys, magazines, cushions, towels, laundry etc!

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  35. YukoAugust 30, 2012 at 10:22 AM

    How beautiful finish!!
    This is amazingly stunning, congratulations, Gabi!

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  36. CatherineAugust 30, 2012 at 12:54 PM

    Beautiful finish!

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  37. The Merry StitcherAugust 31, 2012 at 2:20 AM

    *dies* Your work is breathtaking! I'M a new follower to your blog :) I admire you so much.

    The Merry Stitcher

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  38. valerieAugust 31, 2012 at 6:26 AM

    Wow, your Wisdom Sampler is breathtaking! Love it! And a good start on Ellen Birdseye. I can't wait to see how your conversion turns out. :)

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  39. EvelyneSeptember 1, 2012 at 8:46 AM

    Prachtig!! In een woord. Mooie frisse kleuren heb je gebruikt zijde geeft altijd zulke mooie kleuren!
    Echt een mooie Sampler.

    Fijn weekend en lieve groeten, Evelyne

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  40. Jennifer Ann FoxSeptember 2, 2012 at 4:40 AM

    Gorgeous Gabi! Stunning and your photos of it are great.

    Jennifer
    Feathers in the Nest

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  41. EdgarSeptember 7, 2012 at 2:45 AM

    What a super finish !!! Congrats!!

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  42. MeariSeptember 8, 2012 at 4:38 AM

    Congrats on your finish, Gabi. It's beautiful!

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  43. UnknownSeptember 11, 2012 at 3:10 AM

    I love this one, so beautiful and the colours really pop, congratulations!

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  44. BrigitteSeptember 14, 2012 at 3:41 AM

    Oh my gosh! Ich weiß ja, dass ich immer etwas Schönes sehe, wenn ich auf deinen Blog komme, aber dieser Sampler ist ganz außergewöhnlich schön.

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  45. Nancy MSeptember 23, 2012 at 5:26 AM

    Beautiful. Glad you are stitching again and sharing with us!

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