My little Yorkshire friend is 90 on Friday so I have trimmed up one of my machine embroidered cards appropriately. Sadly, she has been unable to really appreciate my handiwork for a long time now, but that doesn't stop me sending all sorts of cards to her. When I visit her, a couple of them are usually on the table beside her - often being used as a drink mat!! I don't care - if she just has a moment's pleasure when they are given to her then I am happy.
The lovely red cap is one of three that I am making for another special lady. They look really snazzy and certainly make this lovely lady feel good!
In the tin box are a few of the brooches that I made this week. Wipso and I made the front ones by melting the edges of man-made fabrics over a candle. It curls the shapes and stops the edges from fraying. We layered up the pieces and then added beads to the centres.
The brooches on the lid are made with a recycled mohair scarf, silk and beads. I think they will go to the craft fair mentioned below!
Sorry the room is a mess but I like to work and then have a big tidy up at the end.
I have visitors this weekend so I will have to have a big clean up in here when I have finished. Or maybe I get my little sock buddies to do it!!
See you all later once I have linked to you all on Julia's blog.
I just knew you would have your finished brooches on show today [mine are still unfinished!]. They look brill Jo and so does the special Birthday card. I still have to make one for her....Oh and one for little P of course :-)
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A x
Your Brooches are very pretty..my favorite one is the white one.. the hat is perfect..
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Shirley Pumpkin #51
The brooches look lovely and love that your spreading a little bit of happiness with your creations.
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oh those broches are just so pretty,love them ,hugs cheryl xxxxxxxxxx 21
ReplyDeleteThe brooches look gorgeous (as always!) it is always so lovely to come over here and see what else you've produced.
ReplyDeleteJo are you one of my first fifty followers? I would so love to get an email from you so I can do you a sock whimsy thank you ATC
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Great projects on your desk this week, you've been busy. Very pretty brooches, Judith xx
ReplyDeleteFab work as always, Twiglet!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work as always! I visited Wipso and seen her singed flower brooches as well, you two ladies did an amazing job! Your card is so lovely and am sure it will bring a smile! Thanks for sharing ~Shari #94
ReplyDeleteLoving those flowers and the card is just gorgeous x
ReplyDeletewhat a lovely friend you are!
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ReplyDeleteyour card is beautiful im sure your friend will luv it, if only by feel,luv the broches gorgeous work, have great day,happy WOYWW, sue,(17)x
Messy room - am I looking at a different picture LOL! Looks fine to me.
ReplyDeleteLove those brooches. Gervase was so funny-I posted about it.
Linbyx
aww Twiglet I bet your friend in yorkshire really looks forward to mail from you :O) x
ReplyDeleteCool brooches, and bless you and your friend. Thanks for the peek. S #84
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card and hat and brooches! hope you had a wonderful WOYWW!
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Michelle (62)
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Wish I had the aplomb to carry off such a cheerful cap! You made me laugh - the room is a mess...where?!! The brooches are amazing, such ideas.
ReplyDeleteLovely card Jo, and at least the recipient appreciates it, even if it's not quite in the way you imagined! Pretty brooches and that hat looks very hip!
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Brenda 87
LOVE to see all of your fun & creative projects! Your cards~ something extra special :)
ReplyDeleteHope you have a wonderful weekend!
gorgeous brooches. where do you get the inspiration from? caroline#16
ReplyDeleteI spy some pretty brooches!!!
ReplyDeleteI also spy my very first Pay It Forward friend, you were the first to comment! Hurrah!!! Gifts will be sent in the not too distant future (such fun!).
Im sure I still have your address to hand somewhere!!
So exciting!! Thanks for visiting my blog x x x
Love Julia x x x
You are a sweetie and a wonderful friend! Happy WoyWW!
ReplyDeletethose brooches are stunning - and if not worn, would make great embellishments on a card - although that would be a waste. I'm sure your lady really does enjoy your cards because, even if she can't see them, they are so tactile, she'd be able to enjoy the feel of them because of the different textures etc.
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Paula x x x
That is so sweet (making cards for the 90 year old lady and not worrying that she does not keep them pristine). Shows what a lovely person you are.
ReplyDeleteLove the flowers - saw them on Wipso's blog and fell in love with them then - must have a try myself. Thanks for sharing.
Some gorgeous brooches and a wonderful card. Thanks for sharing your workspace. Best wishes, Kym xxx (WOYWW No 36)
ReplyDeleteI love the card for your friend and the brooches are gorgeous, I don't think my DH would be happy if I started melting material over a naked flame. He's already put the smoke detector outside my craft room for when I use my melt pot!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a great week.......A.xx(14)
Wow you have been very busy, love the brooches and card. your 90 year old friend sounds great, I giggled about her using cards as drinks mats :)
ReplyDeleteTwiggy x
another abundance of lovely work - so pretty!
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Oh, those are so lovely! How cute!!!
ReplyDeleteI love the card you have on your desk and the brooches are beautiful. You are a lady with a heart of gold.
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Sue xx 73
Great to see you busy in a lovely way and so nice to hear of your kindness.
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OOOH! I know those brooches will sell, too. That special birthday card is wonderful. What a joy to be able to celebrate with someone 90 years young! Sorry I'm late getting here. You would think being #1, I could get around quicker. Happy belated WOYWW.
ReplyDeleteLove all the projects you are working on. Very pretty!
ReplyDeleteYour brooches are so cute!
ReplyDeleteYour brooches look really nice
ReplyDeleteLove all the lovely stuff you have on your desk, especially the flowers - they are so beautiful! Sorry I am so late commenting!
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Cardarian