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Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Stitch Me Up Blog Hop


YIPPIE!SKIPPIE! HIPPITY HOP!
Today is the FIRST DAY of SPRING!!!!
Warm sunny days, budding flowers, baby animals, green leaves, Easter fast approaching, my corner of the world is awakening from a long winter's nap! :)

Oh wait, in the excitement of SPRING I almost forgot....

There were many Friday nights of my childhood spent at Mammaw's and Nangy's house. [my mom's parents]Mammaw had a small end table with drawers where she kept toys and activities filled with hours of creative adventures. My sister always had to play a dozen games of Old Maid...it was a love hate relationship...
She loved to play but hated to end up being the Old Maid. She even went as far to mark the cards! Nangy, my grandfather went behind her and 'fixed' the cards...I can still see her face the game she Lost after she had marked the cards. She still loves the game to this day, and yes, she still plays with a marked deck! :)
Another standby that was always in the drawers were sewing cards. I would stitch and stitch way for hours. My favorite was actually not one of the sewing cards but a cloth image of the circus in a plastic frame. And it was on that cloth image I learned my embroidery stitches. What a nightmare it must have been for my grandmother! Before we returned to spend the night, my primative embroidery stitches would be removed...each and every one....so I could sew again the next time we spent the night on a 'new' project!

Stitch Me Up. Mercy!
This seemingly innocent theme unlocked multitudes of memories from my childhood!:)
Madame Samm of: http://www.sewwequilt.com/ and  
Jane of: http://janesfabrics.blogspot.com/  Thank you! Thank you!! Thank you!!!

 Thank you for the childhood memories and for releasing my embroidery skills that have been apparently hiding behind other creative projects for many years. I'm not letting these old friends go back into hiding!

On to the project...
I created a mug rug for my morning tea.
There were such wonderful choices of patterns but settled on this particular one in memory of my grandmother...the flowers on the pattern would have matched perfectly the embroidered pillowcases she used to make. 

...with a cup of tea, I gather my thoughts at dawn. clf

Thanks for dropping by...all this chatter of childhood has me longing for a a game of Old Maids...I think I shall get a deck , mark them up and invite my sister over for a game or two after I return from visiting the beautiful work at the other blogs this morning.

                Enjoy the hop!

WEDNESDAY March 20th
 
THURSDAY March 21st

FRIDAY March 22nd

MONDAY MARCH 25th
Beverly @That Other Blog

TUESDAY MARCH 26th

Jeanette @That Other Blog

WEDNESDAY MARCH 27TH


THURSDAY MARCH 28th
Kristin @That Other Blog

FRIDAY MARCH 29th

Patricia @That Other Blog

Happy Spring!May the season burst forth with overflowing creative adventures for each of us!

with LOVE as always,
Beulah
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78 comments:

  1. ScrapatchesMarch 20, 2013 at 12:07 AM

    Your tea mug rug is lovely. Wish it was spring here but it is snowing ... again! Thanks for sharing and for the fun read ... :) Pat

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  2. MichelleMarch 20, 2013 at 12:14 AM

    Your mug rug is so very sweet!

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  3. MichelleMarch 20, 2013 at 12:14 AM

    Your mug rug is so very sweet!

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  4. Cyndi loves to stitchMarch 20, 2013 at 12:31 AM

    I loved your stories of family and playing cards, was a favorite at our house too! Love your mug rug especially the special quote !! Hope you had fun stitching !!

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  5. Patty C.March 20, 2013 at 1:13 AM

    Lovely Finish !!!

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  6. Carol SwiftMarch 20, 2013 at 1:28 AM

    Aww, such sweet memories you've shared and that mug rug is beautiful. Thanks for sharing it all! :O)

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  7. Judy BMarch 20, 2013 at 1:34 AM

    Lovely mug rug and beautiful embroidered saying! Thank you for sharing.

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  8. Christine MMarch 20, 2013 at 1:44 AM

    Your mug rug is lovely Beulah. Thank you for sharing it with us as well as your childhood memories.

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  9. AmyMarch 20, 2013 at 1:51 AM

    You mug rug is adorable! I just love your little saying your put on there too!

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  10. MartinaMarch 20, 2013 at 2:08 AM

    Beautiful mug rug. So precious also with all the memories!

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  11. Sandie @ crazy'boutquiltsMarch 20, 2013 at 2:26 AM

    Very sweet mug rug!

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  12. NatiMarch 20, 2013 at 2:51 AM

    What a cute mugrug, thanks for sharing

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  13. hueiseiMarch 20, 2013 at 3:15 AM

    Lovely mug rug!!

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  14. AnonymousMarch 20, 2013 at 3:36 AM

    Love the way you have personalised this design with a saying.

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  15. AnitaSMarch 20, 2013 at 4:31 AM

    Love the way you made it your own.

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  16. Britt-IngerMarch 20, 2013 at 4:37 AM

    Your mug rug is so cute. I love it. Thanks for sharing

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  17. CatherineMarch 20, 2013 at 5:51 AM

    Love your sweet, dainty mug rug! Memories indeed. Haven`t played Old Maids in many a year.

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  18. PaulineMarch 20, 2013 at 5:56 AM

    My oh my, what sweet memories you share! I think your grandparents loved to have you staying and watch you grow in many ways.
    I love your mug rug, wish you many early morning starts.

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  19. UnknownMarch 20, 2013 at 5:57 AM

    Thank you for sharing your story with us. I love when a person remembers an tells stories with their art it makes it more personal...

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  20. Judy Cooper Textile ArtistMarch 20, 2013 at 6:39 AM

    Your mug rug is lovely. Thanks for sharing it and the memories.

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  21. GwenMarch 20, 2013 at 6:42 AM

    What a beautiful mug rug! And how nice to have it bring back those childhood memories!

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  22. Quilt Doodle DesignsMarch 20, 2013 at 6:52 AM

    Such a pretty mug rug, your stitching is so lovely!

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  23. VickieMarch 20, 2013 at 7:45 AM

    I enjoyed your story and your mug rug !

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  24. JeanieMarch 20, 2013 at 7:47 AM

    Sweet little mug rug, full of loving memories! Like you, I forget how relaxing it is to sit down and relax with some hand embroidery. Must do this more. Thanks for sharing your story!

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  25. Marjorie's Busy CornerMarch 20, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    Thanks for sharing...lovely

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  26. Truffle queenMarch 20, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    Beautiful mug rug - but WAY too pretty to use!! Love the story of you sister marking the cards and getting caught! lol Thanks for sharing!

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  27. Linda CMarch 20, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    What a wonderful family memory you shared! I remember the first towel I tried to make for my grandma at about age 7. What a snarled up mess it must have been but she used it!

    You did a wonderful work on your mug rug. May it always bring a smile and memories of your family when you use it.

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  28. DeeMarch 20, 2013 at 8:56 AM

    I learned on the flour sack towels. I love your use of words - tea is calming, but probably should say coffee on mine:)

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  29. krislovesfabricMarch 20, 2013 at 9:02 AM

    Your mug rug is so pretty, thanks for sharing today :)

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  30. SparkyMarch 20, 2013 at 9:04 AM

    Happy spring Beulah...what a nice start for you....it looks great

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  31. FrederikaMarch 20, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    What a beauty. The fabric is really fine with this pattern.
    have a nice day
    Frederika

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  32. TammyMarch 20, 2013 at 9:10 AM

    Beautiful mug rug. Very vintage looking. Thanks for shareing it and your memories with us today.

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  33. Loves to QuiltMarch 20, 2013 at 9:20 AM

    I haven't thought of "Old Maid" in YEARS! We used to play all the time. Beautiful stitchery!

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  34. KathyMarch 20, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    I love your mug rug!!! You brought back lots of memories to me -- Old Maid!!!! You do great work.

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  35. Linda ColemanMarch 20, 2013 at 9:35 AM

    great mug rug, love the colours you used

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  36. LindaMarch 20, 2013 at 9:47 AM

    Your mug rug is so pretty! (I also have wonderful memories of learning to embroider!)

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  37. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioMarch 20, 2013 at 9:58 AM

    Sweet mug rug.

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  38. Kathy HMarch 20, 2013 at 9:59 AM

    Yea for spring is here too. Finally a beautiful day. Your mug rug is so sweet and such a great reminder of all the fun you had with your grandmother.

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  39. PattyMarch 20, 2013 at 10:00 AM

    Pretty mug rug. Nicely done.

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  40. Jane's Fabrics and QuiltsMarch 20, 2013 at 10:00 AM

    I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed you story. As a grandmother too, I hope that my grandchildren will have such happy memories.
    I love your mug rug, you did not forget how to stitch! It is beautiful.

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  41. BrendaMarch 20, 2013 at 10:07 AM

    What a great story! My grandmothe also had stitching cards in the wooden toy box that was stashed in a closet. Although my favorite thing was a set of blocks with faces and bodies on the all sides that you could put together a funny little character with. Love your mug rug. Such pretty colors. One day I need to get a couple of those made. Great creative idea!

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  42. Teresa QuiltsMarch 20, 2013 at 10:09 AM

    What a sweet story! I loved Old Maid as a kid, too! Love your mug rug. So precious are the memories.

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  43. sew.darn.quiltMarch 20, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    Great fun :)

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  44. busyascanbeMarch 20, 2013 at 10:40 AM

    Love the story and the mug rug! So Sweet.

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  45. Jane's QuiltingMarch 20, 2013 at 10:48 AM

    Sounds like you have sweet memories of your childhood. Your mug rug is also sweet and you will always remember those memories when you use it.

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  46. B J ElderMarch 20, 2013 at 10:48 AM

    Very nice mug rug! Loved your story too.

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  47. evelynMarch 20, 2013 at 11:09 AM

    What a wonderful childhood memory. Now you have a beautiful mug rug to remind you every day! Great stitching, and I love the saying.

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  48. Quilt n QueenMarch 20, 2013 at 11:16 AM

    Hi Beulah, a sweet mug rug and sweet childhood memories. Thanks for sharing!! Happy stitching, Pauline

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  49. Needled MomMarch 20, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    Such fun memories and suh a nice project. I'd love to watch that Old Maid game.

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  50. GillMarch 20, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    What a lovely story! and beautiful work!
    Thank you for sharing!

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  51. lefuntzMarch 20, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    What a lovely way to remember your grandmother. I'll bet she didn't mind undoing your "sewing" at all!

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  52. ShannonMarch 20, 2013 at 12:26 PM

    Your mug rug is so cute. It sounds like you had a good time at your grandparents house growing up.

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  53. LoralynnMarch 20, 2013 at 12:43 PM

    Wonderful memories. Cute mug rug!

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  54. SheilaMarch 20, 2013 at 2:26 PM

    I enjoyed reading your post , it brought back memories for me too , I loved playing old maid with my sisters . Sweet little mug rug !!

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  55. CathiMarch 20, 2013 at 3:30 PM

    Such lovely memories and such a great mug rug!

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  56. vickiMarch 20, 2013 at 5:01 PM

    Very pretty, love your stories. Thanks for sharing all of them! vickise at gmail dot com

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  57. LouMarch 20, 2013 at 6:20 PM

    Sweet Memories:) Thanks for sharing!

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  58. Carrie P.March 20, 2013 at 6:58 PM

    so sweet.

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  59. Scrapbook-ChickADoodleMarch 20, 2013 at 8:21 PM

    Beautiful stitching to match a sweet story. Thanks for sharing.

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  60. BeverlyMarch 20, 2013 at 8:51 PM

    I loved hearing your memories. I have some of the same. It always warms my heart to hear about anyone's grandmother. Your mug rug makes me think of my grandmother. Thanks for bringing back memories for me. AND I love mug rugs! Yours is beautiful.

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  61. StitchinByTheLakeMarch 20, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    Beautiful project and sweet story about your grandparents. blessings, marlene

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  62. SherryMarch 20, 2013 at 9:16 PM

    I enjoyed your story about playing old maid and stitching, it brought back memories for me. Your mug rug is a beautiful and very creative project, thanks for sharing.

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  63. LynMarch 20, 2013 at 9:33 PM

    I really loved your memories. Mine was canasta with my grandmother. your stitching was very nice. Thanks

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  64. MarcyMarch 20, 2013 at 10:11 PM

    Your loving stories go with embroidery and your mug rug will keep you on the memory train. Thanks for sharing your adorable project.

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  65. AnitaMarch 20, 2013 at 10:15 PM

    Love your mug rug...too cute!

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  66. LJMarch 20, 2013 at 10:16 PM

    It's lovely that your inner stitching self is emerging with the Spring. Grandma would be so pleased to see what you'd done and know that she'd encouraged you many years ago.

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  67. Sharon DawnMarch 21, 2013 at 12:25 AM

    You have created a beautiful piece! Great story!

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  68. LisaMarch 21, 2013 at 2:04 AM

    Your mug rug is adorable!

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  69. JanetMarch 21, 2013 at 3:31 AM

    Wonderful post! I was sitting there with you at your grandparents stitching away while your sister made a fuss about Old Maid over at the table. Love your mug rug too.

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  70. RobinMarch 21, 2013 at 5:09 AM

    Fantastic! I love the saying you added to it.

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  71. Molly Mandeville FryerMarch 21, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    Mug Rug? So Cute!!!

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  72. lauraluvsloonsMarch 21, 2013 at 8:53 PM

    I love the mug rug and the saying you used. It is fun to be embroidering again.

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  73. Debra LeeMarch 22, 2013 at 12:26 AM

    I love that you made it so original!

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  74. JennyMarch 22, 2013 at 1:49 AM

    adorable mug rug!

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  75. Deb@asimplelifequiltsMarch 22, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    Your mug rug is so cute - great job~!

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  76. apple blossomMarch 22, 2013 at 12:37 PM

    lovely mug rug

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  77. UnknownMarch 22, 2013 at 2:33 PM

    Beautiful mug rug! Enjoyed reading about your childhood memories! Thanks for sharing °Ü°

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  78. Just Sew SueMarch 28, 2013 at 6:28 AM

    Very pretty.

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