Challenge #6 - G.O.S.

 

Here in Utah it is 11:01 p.m. and I have just finished Challenge #6, for The Gift of Stitching.  I made it just in time, too, since it closes May 13th, whew!!!   

I used a small piece of 28ct linen and DMC threads with some Blue Moon beads.  The pattern reads, "I only have red thread".  I couldn't resist taking part when I ran across this sweet little pattern on a blog I discovered over the weekend.  The fun part was trying to decide how to finish it.   So, the hunt began and I found this cute little "curio" at a second hand store and it was then that I knew what I was going to do. 

I removed the plastic "glass" and picture that was in the frame opening.  Then I antiqued the front only with apple butter brown stain to give it a little more antique look.  I coffee dyed the linen half way through stitching to get an idea of how I wanted it to look.  I decorated the tree with some gala apples, reduced the size of the puppy because I wanted a miniature one.  I satin stitched the roof, added some window panes and a belt with a flower to her dress.  Placed a door knob on the house and gave her some facial features.  Once the stitching was done, I added some brown cotton lace and a "ladder" ribbon to add interest.

When you open the cabinet you will find that "I only have red thread" inside.

I hope you like my little version of this pattern, I had fun making it.  Thanks for stopping by, and I love your comments, they make me happy!!!  Until next time, happy stitching.   Smiles.....

Jolene