Tuesday, March 26, 2013

stitch me up blog hop


Today I am taking part in the Stitch Me Up blog hop hosted by
Sew WE Quilt blog.

I have a limited number of embroidery stitches under my belt, but I
still find that stitching is very relaxing and satisfying.

I chose a pattern by bee tree designs to make a mug rug for my daughter.

mug rug embroidery

This project measures  7 X 8.5 inches...the perfect size for a cup of tea.

stitchery


I like to make french knots, so I had to include some in this embroidery piece : )

The fabric that I used was linen and Kitchy Kitchen by Maude Asbury for Blend fabrics.
The thread was Presencia No. 12.

I hope you will take some time to visit all the other blogs taking part in this fun blog hop.
Thank you so much, Jane and Madame Samm for organizing this for all of us!

piece,
elizabeth




58 comments:

Judy B said...

Love your mug rug with all the french knots! The linen is perfect for the stitchery. Thank you for sharing.

Michelle said...

Your mug rug is so lively with all those wonderful happy colors!

Patty C. said...

Vibrant colors & a great finish!

Sowing Stitches said...

:) Your french knots ROCK! And your border fabric is just too cute!!!

Frederika said...

wonderful. Thanks for sharing
Frederika

Martina said...

I love it too! Great mug rug!

AnitaS said...

What a colorful mugrug. I like it.

Britt-Inger said...

Your mug rug is so awesome. Thanks for sharing

charlotte said...

Very pretty. You did a nice job.

Linda Coleman said...

love that mug rug, your colours match the snazzy border fabric perfectly

Christine M said...

Lovely mug rug!

Judy Cooper Textile Artist said...

Very nice! I like French knots too.

Gill said...

Great stitching - I like french knots too!
Thank you for sharing!

lauraluvsloons said...

ooh so colorful. I love the french knots in the flower. Perfect for a spot of tea.

Vickie said...

Too Cute, I love the orange you used!

Deb@asimplelifequilts said...

Your mug rug is adorable and a great way to show off your pretty stitching!

Sparky said...

great colours..bold, bright, whimsical

Pauline said...

what a sweet present for your daughter! Thanks for sharing.

Linda C said...

What a lovely mug rug! You look like a pro at French knots---I have friends that would rather bead, button or anything but knots, LOL. Well done.

Pat said...

Lovely mug rug! Thanks for sharing

Anonymous said...

Love the way you used the french knots in your flowers :)

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Linda said...

How pretty! I love the fun fabric you've used along with your embroidery. Your stitches are really nice, by the way!

Carol Swift said...

Love the bright colors and your French knots are perfect...very nice! Your daughter will enjoy her tea even more now. :O)

apple blossom said...

lovely tea mug rug. sew cute

Patty said...

I LIKE YOUR MUG RUG. Sorry, didn't mean to yell at you. Very pretty stitching.

Deborah said...

Beautiful work! Love your blog! I saw your comment over at Cindy's. I'm part of the MCM bee.

Daryl @ Patchouli Moon Studio said...

The fabric reminds me of rick-rack. Love the bright colors.

Jane's Fabrics and Quilts said...

Great mug rug. Just love the bright fun colors! Thanks for playing.

Teresa Quilts said...

Great job! Love the colors.

Carrie P. said...

great project. I love french knots too.

Just Quilt It said...

Lovely work on your mug rug!

busyascanbe said...

I love mug rugs and french knots...LOL you did a great job.

Cathi said...

What a lovely mug rug! Great stitching!

Tammy said...

Super cute. I love those vibrant colors.

legato1958 said...

Very cute mug rug! Love those little french knots!!

susie

Beverly said...

That is beautiful. I love your work.

Loralynn said...

How cute! I'm sure your daughter will love it!

sandra said...

Love your mug rug and what adorable fabric .

vicki said...

Very pretty! Thanks for sharing it. vickise at gmail dot com

Jeanie said...

Fun, modern colors and fabric! Thanks for sharing!

Siouxzq64@gmail.com said...

Beautiful mug rug and love the fabric on the edges it is so bright and cheery.

LadyV said...

Great job! I love your colour choices and fabric.

MoeWest said...

Very pretty! I love the combination of orange and pink.

Cindy said...

Cute mug rug! I am really liking how everyone has used that flower motif.

Unknown said...

You did an awesome job on your mug rug, she will love it...

Catherine said...

oh, I like that mug rug! Very nice.

Needled Mom said...

Very nice stitching!

LJ said...

I love french knots, too. The mug rug is sweet and will defiitely be a much appreciated gift.

karen k said...

Bright colors for spring!

CaliQuilter said...

Your mug rug is darling and I am sure your daughter will love, love, love it!

Janet said...

Very cute!! I love the thread colours you used - and the fabric.

lefuntz said...

Your daughter will love it. And I agree, french knots are fun.

krislovesfabric said...

So many pretty french knots!!

Robin said...

That is one very cute mug rug!

Lou said...

Cute mug rug! Love the border fabric!

Jenny said...

lovely work! So bright and fun!

Gwen said...

What a nice little mug rug! I'm sure your daughter will love it!

Wendy said...

so pretty!