Thursday, August 19, 2010

Hummingbirds Finished!!

Sorry I have been away for awhile. I was not feeling great at the beginning of the week and it just threw everything off. I think I have things back under control for now. Here's hoping it stays that way for a bit.

I do have an exciting finish to share with everyone. I got the Hummingbirds for my Grandma complete. Here they are:

And here is a perspective shot:


I am going to make this into a bell pull. So I did the first coat of paint on the bars last night. It will still need a second one. And then I have to back it and sew it on. Hopefully it turns out good. (I would love to have this complete by Sunday so I can show my Mom when I see her)
Here are the bars:


Thanks so much for continuing to visit me. I know I'm not quite as active as I once was. I am still hopeful that I will get there again.

Next week the BF and I are on holidays. We are going away for four days to a condo in the mountains. So I will be offline for sure most of next week. However we'll be sure to take lots of pictures and share them with all of you. And I am hopeful that I can get some good stitching time in!  (If the bell pull gets done or I have anymore exciting updates before Monday I will post here, otherwise I will be back at the end of next week)

Hope everyone is having a great summer!

PS... when I get to 175 followers there will be another giveaway. this time it just might be some Just Nan items... 

32 comments:

Ineke said...

The hummingbirds are gorgeous! Your Grandma will love them.
I hope you feel much better soon and have a great holiday.

Ineke said...
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Ineke said...

I made a double post and deleted one of them.

Vonna Pfeiffer said...

It is a stunning finish and will make the most beautiful bell pull for your Grandma! Congratulations :)
Have a safe trip and may it be restorative to mind and body!

MaryT said...

Mel the hummingbirds are just beautiful. Makes you wonder how those little birds make the long journey that they have to make soon.

htimcj said...

Great finishes!
Heidi-ILCS

Meari said...

Oooh, congrats on your finish. It's really pretty. I'm sure your grandma will love it. Enjoy your vacation!

Sea said...

The bellpull is gorgeous

Silverlotus said...

Wow, the hummingbirds are beautiful.

I look forward to seeing the pictures of your trip. I'd love to visit out your way one day.

Nancy M said...

Your hummingbirds are pretty and should make a great bell pull and gift! Have fun on vacation.

Bekca said...

Your hummingbirds look lovely, can't wait to see them finished as a bellpull. I hope you enjoy your trip. Happy stitching.

Emily in NC said...

Really nice, and the fabric is great. You've got a couple days so you should get it done.

Jen said...

Great finish. I hope your Grandma enjoys them for many years to come. Looking forward to pictures of your trip.

GoldenAngelsWorks said...

Those hummingbirds are so beautiful!

Daffycat said...

What a gorgeous finish, Mel! Well done!

Deborah said...

Absolutely a beautiful finish. Your Grandma will love it, Iam sure.

LisaG said...

Oh the hummingbirds are fantastic, soooo pretty.

Unknown said...

Absolutely beautiful and the colours really 'pop'. Congratulations!
Hope you feel better and that you have a lovely holiday, hugs!

Cindy's Stitching said...

oh how pretty. Love the colors. She will love it.

MusketeersPlus2 said...

I love them! I knew they'd come out well when I saw the WIP at the July stitch in. :)

Your Grandma will love it.

Debbie said...

Mel,
Your Grandma will love this! You've done a beautiful stitching on the hummingbirds.

Nici said...

Looks wonderfull. I love your finish. Congrats for that. A great work !!!

Hugs Nici from Germany

Blu said...

The hummingbirds are so pretty! And that blue is such a lovely colour for the bellpull.
Where do you get the hardware? I've got a couple of things I want to finish as bellpulls but can't figure out what to use for the actual hardware.
Have fun in the mountains!

Rene la Frog said...

Congrats on a beautiful finish. I know your Grandma will love and treasure it.

Justflo said...

Your humming birds are bound to be a great hit with your Grandma. Hope you have a loely break, looking forward to pictures .

Brigitte said...

Ohhhh, that's an awesome finish. It will look great as a bellpull.
Have a great vacation . I'm already looking forward to seeing pictures of the mountains where you spend the days.

Pumpkin said...

Fabulous! Congrats on your beautiful finish Mel :o) I'm sure your grandmother will love the bellpull.

I hope you are feeling better so you can go away and have fun. Can't wait to see pictures on your return :o)

Vicky L said...

Your hummingbirds came out beautiful! Your mother is going to love it. Enjoy your vacation.

Shelleen said...

The Hummingbirds are beautiful. Have fun on vacation.

Carolyn NC said...

Wonderful finish!

Holloway Family said...

BEAUTIFUL!!

Shelley said...

Hummingbirds turned out very pretty. I like the color for the bell pull bars. I can't wait to see it in it's finished glory. I know your Grandma will love this for sure.