July's CQJP was done using some vintage laces and sepia tones. A departure from my normal bright colors but I do like it - so much so I've already started using the same colors for September's block.
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| July CQJP Best Friends - B&B |
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| Close Up July CQJP |
OK - I slipped up - I just can't get enough of the pink/cream and green color combination. I found this cute little silky which reminded me of sisters... you know the saying "Sister Forever" I absolutely love framing out a picture as there are so many ways to embellish them.
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| August CQJP Forever Sisters |
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| Close Up July CQJP |
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| A couple added little touches |
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| Spider Rose within a Lace motif |
I want to take the time to say thank you to all my friends who sent me cards and little "cheer up" goodies - they are so appreciated and really brightened my days. Seriously, I thought once I had the shoulder surgery the pain would ease up and go away. NOT! I am beginning to think PT is going to kill me. There have been days that I end up in bed once PT is over... I sure hope the saying "no pain, no gain" is true as this old gal is certainly getting tired of crying about it. Even though I hate going to PT I really enjoy the therapist - they are young, full of energy and very knowledgeable - makes me feel like things will get better soon.
Dear Nicki ~ Your blocks are very pretty.
ReplyDeletePT is the pits, I know I've been there and I cried too.
May you feel less and less pain with each new day.
Hugs ~ FlowerLady
Each day gets a little bit better... guess I just can't rush it....so I'll just "stitch on" LOL!
DeleteLove those blocks, Nicki!! Hang in w/PT--it is very painful, I know...I used to end up crying, also...hopefully, yours will calm down. One of my therapists told me to
ReplyDeletes-l-o-w down and try one day with fewer reps...that helped me a lot...good luck Julierose
Hi Julie, thanks for the tip - I've been going every other day - it seems the day after is the killer ... hope I never get used to this LOL!
DeleteVery nice blocks, NickiLee. That lovely vine with the flowers below the lace border on the 'Sisters' block is gorgeous. Is it embellished lace, or is it all hand-stitched? (I tried to blow up the pic, but I couldn't.)I love it!
ReplyDeletePT can be awful, but hang in there--it'll be worth all the pain in the end when you have better mobility and strength. I know you want to be able to paddle that canoe.
Hugs
Hi Suz, thank you! That is actually a piece of gorgeous trim I found at a bridal shop in RI - wish I had thought about it at the time and bought a few yards as it is one of my favorites.
DeleteGosh Nicki Lee...to produce such little beauties while recovering from your shoulder surgery! You are a TROOPER!! So sorry the pain is still with you.
ReplyDeleteHere's hoping it will be a little less with each PT visit.
Judy xx
Hi Judy, Well if anyone is a good role model for being a trooper its you! You never seem to let anything slow you down. Working on my Prayer flags and will let you know when I'm ready to mail.
DeleteHugs!
Nicky I always look forward to seeing your latest block, they are so inspiring.You have a wonderful eye for colour and your stitching is beautiful
ReplyDeleteThe shoulder must be getting you down but hang in there I am sure soon the worst will be over and you can get back to doing the things you love and the things we love to see.
take care and do as you are told!
Hi Margaret, thank you for your compliment - as you can tell I am a lover of color so working with just whites/begige/ecru is a stretch for me - am starting to really like it though as I am currently working with the same colors for my September block.
DeleteO, so pretty!
ReplyDeleteI hope you continue to heal. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy in MS
Thanks you Judy. After seeing peeks of the block you made me on your Blog I am feeling grreat! I love it and can't wait to get it in the mail!!!
DeleteI love your blocks, your stitches are so wonderful! So sorry to read that you still suffer from pain. Hope, no, I'm sure the worst is over! I admire you!
ReplyDeleteHi Claudia, Yeaaaaaa I think the worst might just be over. Today was a good day and my Therapist told me my range of motion is farther along that she expected.
DeleteHi, this are real good news! I told you was same withme, noww I almost can move my arm like before accident. So make your exercises, will help a lot!
DeleteAll your work is so beautiful and I hope your shoulder is healing well. I have been following you for awhile and really admire your work. I was hoping you could tell me what size your blocks are or what is a good size to create for the CQ 2013 as I would like to give it a try and can't seem to get anyone to give me an answer back. In hopes of hearing form you and wishing you well with prayers of healing:) Hugs Marilou
ReplyDeleteHi Marilou, Thank you for stopping by and your sweet comments..... prayers have been working as today was a great day - pain is starting to subside and my range of motion is getting better each day.
DeleteI think the size of the blocks or whatever shape you decide to work on is up to you. Some of my blocks are 12x12, some 10x10 and a couple 8x8. I have seen some of the ladies making different shapes to. It is your project so it'll be your choice. I'm looking forward to signing up for 2013 too and look forward to seeing your creations.
Thanks NickiLee, I don't want to go so big as it takes too long to finish ( though a month seems like enough) lol but I do wanted to have enough room for a design, I guess the 10 x 10 or 12 x 12, I sure appreciate your quick response. So glad you are starting to feel better, that range of motion thing is important, keep up the good work, I'll keep up the prayers:) Hugs Marilou
DeleteHi Nickilee, love what you are doing and glad you are back creating. I do hope the shoulder is almost 100 % better. Can't imagine what you do when it is all better, these are beautiful You are inspiring me to try this I noticed Terri doing the same, blocks every month. Keep up the beautiful work hugs xoxo
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