Wednesday, October 15, 2014

Basting and the Mosaic Stitch

My friends know me well, I attend these events to meet others who share my love of needlework. I love talking with other stitchers, meeting teachers and hearing their stories about how they got into this industry. They are such creative people and being around them energizes me.


I signed up to take a class with Barbara Jackson. I have admired her work through the Shining Needle Society and have seen other stitchers working on her projects (via their blogs). Best decision ever - what a delightful lady!


Our project was The Little Bee Pouch. The picture is from the Celebration website. I hope to have it finished this weekend. Very enjoyable stitch. Two things you must know about Barbara. 1) She loves to baste. She is a basting fanatic! When in class with Barbara, you become a baster too. 2) Barbara loves the mosaic stitch. It does seem to fill the space a little more than an ordinary cross stitch.









Here are some more pictures of the shopping mall (the fourth floor of the hotel).

The Atrium of the hotel was the perfect location for gathering with friends.



Oh no, could it be possible? Why yes - it's the Mad Tatter!



More tomorrow!

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8 comments:

Stasi said...

Cathy, Looks like you are/did have a great time at Celebrations! Loving that "bee" project--fingers crossed she teaches it on Shining Needle one day!

Ann said...

I'm SO glad you got a chance to take a class with Barbara! She is one of my very favorite people, and does such wonderful designs.

Marilyn said...

What a cute project.
Glad your Mom got to go too, looks like she is enjoying herself also.
Marilyn

Khristine Doiron said...

That looks like such fun! And I love that you call your mom "The Mad Tatter" I actually laugh out loud every time I read it.

samplrgal said...

I love following your trip with your Mom. I'm so jealous that you were able to take the Barbara Jackson class. That was my favorite piece. Unfortunately Celebrations always seems to fall on the same weekend we leave for SB retreat. Maybe next year. :)

samplrgal said...

I love following your trip with your Mom. I'm so jealous that you were able to take the Barbara Jackson class. That was my favorite piece. Unfortunately Celebrations always seems to fall on the same weekend we leave for SB retreat. Maybe next year. :)

Andrea said...

A great project to create. Looking forward to seeing your finish.

pj said...

Glad you had a good time with your Mom. Cherish those trips.