It's been a while since you've gotten a glimpse of Crabby, hasn't it? May's stitching went pretty fast, especially considering I didn't get started on it until the 16th. This was a very quick and easy block and really fun to stitch. Hum, I'm not exactly pleased with the three-strand Lazy Daisies and I might pull them out and try two threads. What do you think?
Here is Crabby All Year to date. Cute! I wish I could put the buttons on already. I might have to get them out and see what they will look like...if I do I'll get a photo for you.
Now, this is supposed to be a stitch-a-long project but I'm not sure who's still with me. Updates please, girls!
It took me an hour to get a photo of mom & dad House finch, who have five eggs now. I sat in the chair on the patio waiting for them to come to the feeder. Although I could hear them on the roof above me chattering (perhaps discussing whether or not I was safe to eat in front of) they wouldn't land in front of the camera. I finally got tired of sitting there and went to look at my gardens. When I turned around I was able to snap this picture of the pair on the phone lines. That is dad on the right. Best I could do...sorry, Jo. Am I still forgiven?
Thank you for visiting my blog today!
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Great pictures! I REALLY have to get back to my cross stitch. I think you've motivated me! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteAs you can imagine, I love the rabbit square, and bought the project for that. But there are 11other squares to stitch, unfortunately--I also stitched most of taxes. But the more I see of it on your site, the more I'm inclined to stitch it also.
ReplyDeleteAnd LOL about your "selective reduction" of the bird's nest.
I think the three strands make it look like he took a BIG mouthful --- just like a rabbit would in the garden.
ReplyDeleteVery cute rabbit --- as long as he's not feasting in MY garden.
I love the rabbits square! I think the 3 strands on the lazy daisy stitches looks just fine...
ReplyDeleteI think the Rabbit! looks great as is. IIRC I used one strand on mine.
ReplyDeleteThis rabbit is soooo cute~~ i saw a whole bunch of them feasting on the lawn when I went for a walk last evening!!! That was the first time I ever saw so many of them all together at one time~ I guess they were having a family gathering as well!!
ReplyDeleteBoy oh boy do I love this chart! Your stitches are just perfect. I like the three strands (and he looks soooo guilty)! :) Love him.
ReplyDeleteCrabby All Year looks so lovely. The rabbit is very funny and a little hungry. Maybe to leave the 3-strand Lazy Daisies for him?
ReplyDeleteLove the rabbit
ReplyDeleteAwesome progress on Crabby! I like the 3 strand lazy daisies, it makes the leaves look nice and full. I'm ashamed to show my progress, I'm still on March!
ReplyDeleteI like your crabby and the bunny looks great!!!
ReplyDeleteCan't believe you have 190 followers ! :-o Maybe the most I saw for a stitching blog ;-)
I agree with D - the thicker 3 strand lazy daisies make it look like he's having a good meal!
ReplyDeleteGreat shot of the finches - birds are so difficult to get good photos of! (and thank you for taking so long to get one - I'd not meant it to be an onerous task!!)
I also meant to say - they look similar to some of our finches, but the male is much more red than I expected!
ReplyDeleteI like your lazy daisies - they look very 3D and just like a mouthful of leaves should look :)
ReplyDeleteYour lazy daisies look terrific as is, don't rip them out.
ReplyDeleteGood job getting the picture of Mom and Dad House. :o)
I think that the three strands adds some dimension and makes it look very leafy, just like when a bun eats and has all of the extra greens gathered around his mouth before quickly disappearing with each chew. Buns are SO cute! When I had a huge veggie garden, I would always plant extra so that we had enough to share. lol
ReplyDeleteLots of people claim that birds are dumb, but it isn't just instinct that makes them come back to your boston fern every year. How wonderful that you provide a new plant for their return!
Very nice photos, too! And yes, birds are one of the most frustrating and uncooperative subjects to photograph! As you've found out, they are much more accomodating when they are still in egg form! lol
Your crabby bunny is great, even the lazy daisies. I'm with you , can't wait to see it with the buttons. CJ ok;-)
ReplyDeleteLove your progress on Crabby all Year. I think that is just a riot each time I see progress.
ReplyDeleteI read back at your post on your dyed fabric. You came up with some gorgeous pieces with amazing colors.
Congrats - they are all stunning.
I'm still here, officially - gotta get some more floss; two months behind, but I'm still working on it. :)
ReplyDeleteCute rabbit - looks great as is. Enjoying watching this develop. Sounds like Momma & Poppa are going to be very busy soon. :0)
ReplyDeleteIt is good to see "crabby" project. I love the rabbit square - and think that 3 strands add dimension to the leaves in the rabbit's mouth. I enjoy being apart of the progress of this piece, thank you for sharing it on your blog.
ReplyDeleteHave a good day,
Lisa in CA
cute rabbit.
ReplyDeleteHaha, Like it! its coming on great!!
ReplyDeleteGreat progress!
ReplyDeleteThe birds are sooo cute. ;)
That is such a cute block! You are doing great on it!
ReplyDeleteI love crabby. And I think the stitches make him look like he is really eating lettuce, a lot of lettuce!
ReplyDeleteThe birds are sweet~
Too cute!!! 3 strands looks good to me:)
ReplyDeleteThis is a really cute piece. I think, too, that three strands would look good too!
ReplyDeleteMr Wabbit is adorable, i love him.
ReplyDeleteLeave the leaves! LOL..Looks like he shoved his mouth full before he turned around and got busted! I love how it looks, it made me laugh.
ReplyDeleteWhat a guilty looking rabbit lol, I agree with everyone else, the 3 strands looks great. he reminds me of my english pointer when he is caught out doing something naughty - exact pose and expression lol
ReplyDeleteIt's so cute! I think the 3-strand lazy daisies look good too. Love the rabbit, he looks so guilty, the "hand in the cookie jar" look, caught on fabric!
ReplyDeleteWow, haven't visit in a while, so many things happened since you abandoned your stitching!
ReplyDeleteLove your Wisteria Biscornu, is coming along nicely.
And what a great fun it is to hand dye fabric. Once I used food coloring. Still have a few pieces laying around.
Sorry for the baby bird :(
And, the crabby all year looks wonderful! You had a great idea SALing it.
Hugs from hot and cold Los Teques!!!
I love your Crabby All Year (hmm, something else to buy?!) and the 3 strands makes him look like he has lots in his mouth. Just right, I'd say!
ReplyDeleteoh the rabbit look so cute!, i think the lazy daisies look good. the cute face of the rabbit look so guiltie with the green leaves :D.
ReplyDelete5 eggs? the family grow fast!.
I agree with the crowd. The 3 stranded loops make him all the more cute!
ReplyDeleteGreat stitching - cute rabbit! Nice pics of your birdies!
ReplyDeleteFunny bunny looks like he's caught, it looks great.
ReplyDeleteI think it looks perfect! This is just so adorable!
ReplyDeleteI love the rabbit...so cute!
ReplyDeleteMicki
I finished May and June this past weekend - so now I'm up a month. I'll take it with me on my trip this summer and do June, July, and August. I agree about the buttons - I'm also waiting on the lines on the April tax form.
ReplyDeleteWow, great progress! It's a super cute project... I just don't know if I could do the taxes block. LOL Love the bird photo!
ReplyDeleteSharon,
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Ohhhhh, I LOVE your Crabby!!!! I think the lazy daisy looks just fine. It definitely looks like grass :o) You must be very happy with your progress.
ReplyDeleteLOL! Birdies sure have a mind of their own. Glad to hear they still have their 'own' egss :o)
It's looking wonderful! Great progress too.
ReplyDelete"Crabby all Year" is looking really good - you can't help but smile at it so I'm not sure you would stay crabby for long LOL
ReplyDeleteCwabby wabbit looks gweat (in my best Elmer Fudd voice). Seriously, Crabby All Year is looking wonderful. I don't have the pattern at this time, but watching yours grow is making me itch to buy it!
ReplyDeleteThe little bunny is so cute. Good progress there.
ReplyDeleteOh the bunny is so cute! I've stitched a bunny tonight myself too :)
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