Hopeful Homemaker

Stitching: A. Lincoln

July 11, 2013 jennifer 4th of July, Stitching

All my life I’ve loved handwriting. As a child I practiced mine constantly and have always loved studying penmanship and lettering styles. Combine this with a tremendous regard for Abraham Lincoln and I suppose it’s no surprise that I would love his signature. Some time ago I decided to enlarge it and see how it would look embroidered. I began this months ago but finished it up on the 4th of July and am so happy with the results!

I’ve never stitched something like this before, all in a satin stitch. I love the raised effect of the stitching.

The piece is approximately 10 inches long and 3 inches tall. I think it will become part of a pillow…

What have you finished lately?
Jennifer

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Modern Medallion progress

July 10, 2013 jennifer Quilting and Sewing

My lone star medallion quilt is progressing slowly.

I added a simple flying geese border next to the mosaic style border and like the way it frames the quilt so far.

Here’s a little peek at the next border I’m making:

Those pluses are just 1.5 inches across, and the little dot is 1/2 inch square. This will be a tedious one, but I’m liking it!

Jennifer Linking to Freshly Pieced

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Cake

July 8, 2013 jennifer Musings on Life and Beauty

I managed to remember two birthdays yesterday, and it sure felt good. I’m on a mission to make the perfect lavender cake. This was a simple one with an orange lavender buttercream frosting. I enjoy sharing gifts from my kitchen; how about you?

Jennifer