New Round Information

Hello ornament stitchers !!
What a wonderfully talented group of stitchers. Blogs located in sidebar. I am sure we will all send/receive some lovely ornaments :) It's not a competition though, so just relax and don't stress over what you stitch-I am sure we will each love our new ornaments :)

There are some revisions to the guidelines Please review them below.

We will send every other month for a year. (you will receive 6 ornaments (if you are involved in every round)-this helps those that are in a time crunch)
We will send and receive to a different person each time. Every other month you will send and receive an ornament.

Here are Just a few reminders:
1. Ornaments need to be in finished form.
2. You will have two months to stitch/finish each ornament. The mailing dates will be:
September 1, 2009
November 1, 2009
January 1, 2010
March 1, 2010
May, 1 2010
July 1, 2010
You should mail them in a TIMELY manner. If these dates fall on a Sunday or a holiday-please mail as close to the actual deadline as possible
You may mail anytime -if you finish early-by all means feel free to mail.
3. If you are going to be late-PLEASE contact me and the person we are stitching for to let them know.
4. Send finished ornaments only-no extra goodies.
5. You will each receive information about all the exchangers and their likes/dislikes.
6. Pay attention to the likes/dislikes of each member. That will be included in your exchange partner information email.
7. Please remember to post to the blog when you MAIL/RECEIVE your ornaments.
8. This is a suggestion only-but as we are all in the USA-I am going to send all my ornaments with delivery confirmation-this is NOT a requirement, but it is a good idea. I just think the PO takes better care of packages that have tracking on them.

I think that covers it all-I hope you all enjoy this Ornament Swap-I can't wait to see each ornament :)

Post is post-dated to remain at top of blog.

If you have questions-email me :)
Thanks and hugs!
BeckySC

Ornament mailed today!

The next ornament was mailed today! I hope she likes it! :-)

Happy Thanksgiving everyone,
Amy

In the Mail

Mine is going into the mail and it doesn't have that far to travel - Enjoy!!!

edgar

Christmas Ornament in the mail!~~

My Christmas ornament is in the mail as we speak....Sure do hope the recipient enjoys it!~ Merry Christmas everyone!!~~ Faye

An Ornament Arrived in SF

The mail yesterday brought me a beautiful Ornament from BeckySC - Here is a snap -

Isn't it beautiful!! The design is by Bent Creek called "Silver and Gold." Stitched on 28 ct Natural using WDW and finished with little snowflake charms!! I love it!!!
Thank yo so much BeckySC.

Officially mailed :)

You should have it in 2 days partner :)

hugs :)

My ornie is ready to go to it's new home :)

I know it's not due until January....but I wanted my partner to have it for Christmas this year. I *hope* to mail on Tuesday :) I hope you like it dear friend :)

hugs :)

Round 3 Names have been assigned...(Mailing deadline January 1, 2010)

Please let me know if you did not receive your name :)

Have fun!!
hugs,
BeckySC

Ornament Arrives in SF

Yesterday the mail finally brought my ornament from Carol. It has been travelling in the mail for more than two weeks - Here is a snap of the lovely PS Angel ornament I received...

Sorry for the wonky shot - even with my poor photographic skills you can see how great Carol's work is - Thank you so much dear Carol!!!

Picture of Donna's Beautiful Ornament

I survived my Scrapbook weekend, although I am exhausted ~ As promised here is the picture of the beautiful ornament that Donna stitched for me:

Thanks again Donna!

If I have everything marked down correctly....

Edgar is the only one waiting to receive??? Please let me know if I am mistaken and have left anyone out :)
Thanks, friends for such a great exchange this last round :) I look forward to round 3 :)

hugs,
BeckySC

New Round Ship date January 1, 2010

Meghan and I both have our new "ship to" names. We have started gathering the supplies for this round. I can not wait!!!!!

Photo's of my exchange

Finally have had some time to photograph my exchange pieces, sorry for the delay, have had company, which makes for no computer time!!

Below is from Julianne - isn't this mitten just darling - I love the overdyed thread.
This is the backing fabric, just perfect!This is what I sent along to Rosalie - again overdyed thread.
Thank you Becky for setting up this exchange, I have loved it and I have my new exchange name.

Roberta

Look what Lynda sent me!

Your stitching is beautiful Lynda! I love those soft christmas colors. The tiny buttons are perfect, you did a great job. I'm loving this ornament exchange, it's been fun getting an ornament surprise in the mail!

I love it!

Donna

Donna's Beautiful Ornament Arrived

I received a truly wonderful Christmas ornament from Donna today! She did a beautiful job on the stitching and finishing BUT you will have to wait until Sunday or Monday to see a picture....I am in the midst of trying to get ready for a weekend trip and will be heading out in the AM but I promise to post a picture as soon as I return.

Thank you again Donna, I really love this ornament! :D

Thank you Edgar!! I love it!!

Edgar it is simply amazing. I really love the Santa and reindeer. The designer is Prairie Schooler, the stitching on the 40 count linen and finishing are just perfect.

There is the prettiest ribbon goes around the edge and makes a hanger. It even has reindeer on the back.

Sorry I'm late posting I received my ornament from Edgar on Tuesday but I am just now feeling well enough to take pictures and post.

Thank you so much, you really made my dreary days at home much brighter.

Shay

Thank you Roberta

Roberta, Thanks so much for the beautiful ornament. I absolutely LOVE it!!!! You have chosen the perfect color--RED--and the finishing is wonderful. I so appreciate the time you have put in to this beautiful piece. Thanks again. Rosalie

round 2 ornies sent and received

I am so sorry for being so slow with posting this round. My ornament was sent out yesterday and my partner should have it before the end of the week I think.
I also received a wonderful ornament stitched by Faye (and I did contact her directly, so she knows I received it).


It is a Quaker design from The Workbasket and one that I had been planning to stitch for myself, so I was extra pleased. Faye finished this beautifully and I can't wait to hang it on our tree.
Thanks again Faye!
lynda

A Real Beauty from Shay

I was the very lucky recipient of Shay's outstanding stitching, and finishing skills for this round. Look at this breathtaking ornament that I received in my mailbox today.



Shay, thank you so much for this beautiful treasure. I will enjoy hanging it on my tree for many years to come.

Ornament from Rosalie

I received this wonderful ornament from Rosalie in the mail today. She tells me it is from the

1999 Just Cross Stitch Ornament issue, and it's by The Samplar House. She added some of her own touches. I love it. Thanks, Rosalie!!

Forgot to post yesterday!

My partner's package was mailed on Tuesday, should get to my partner in two days! I missed the mail on Monday, but made it Tuesday! Sorry for the delay! You will love it!
Donna

Ornament Recieved!!!

LOOK What was in MY mailbox today!!!!! Marie sent me this exquisite Quaker Medallion Strawberry by Blackbird Designs. This design is featured in the 2006 JCS Christmas edition.

I LOVE IT!!!!! Just LOVE it! I almost cried when I opened my little baggie and saw this little lovely . I must have taken 30 pics of it trying to do it justice... Marie... What an AWESOME job. The stitching and the finishing is just PERFECT!!! WOW!!! It is going on my year round Quaker display... I can not put this one away after each Christmas... it just would not do it justice.

This is SUCH a talented Group of stitchers... Thank you for investing what you all do! It really makes this group a BLAST to be a part of!
Look how she had it wrapped for me... and tied with little Christmas tree lights... and the Card is just perfect! I have them displayed together...

Thank you so very much Marie... You have made one stitcher in KY so VERY VERY VERY happy!

Thank you again!!!

Thank you so much, Meghan!!!!

This is SO very me!!!!! What a UNIQUE ornament finish I received today from Meghan for the Christmas Ornament Swap....Meghan, you just made my week GF!!! I just love it! WOW!! I started taking out all my Christmas decorations yesterday and will start decorating this week (YES, I am a Christmas-a-holic!!!), however I have decided not to do as much as I usually do :) We'll see if I stick to that or not :) hehe!!
Thank you again Meghan! Did I say I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it?? Personal email coming your way soon :)





hugs :)
BeckySC

Stunning Ornament from Tracy!

I received the most fantastic treat in the mail today! I am the very lucky recipient of this adorable little stocking ornament from Tracy. I am a bit over the moon with it (as I always am when I get ornaments - this is such a talented group!). This little one is so delicate and so perfectly made! Thank you so much Tracy - this will have a happy home in NH :-)

Now... where did my ornament go? I mailed it a week ago and it never takes this long to get to this certain someone.... like last round, I am finding myself very worried about my ornament. I do hope it will arrive soon. Fingers crossed!!

Thank you again Tracy!!

Carol

ornament in the mail

My ornament is in the mail as of today. Hope the recipient likes it!!!!!

Off to a Sunnier Climate

My exchange went in the mail this morning. Hope it has a fast trip and my partner like it.

Happy Stitching
Shay

My Ornament from Becky....

Isn't this adorable? I love Nativity's and Becky SC sent this really cute ornament to me in this round. Thanks Becky, it's just adorable! :-) The design is called "Noel Ornament" by Barbara Sestok and it's stitched on 32 ct with DMC. Don't you love it!??!?!

Ornament Mailed

I mailed my Ornament Exchange (round #2) out today~

Becky, would you please sign me up for round #3.

Thanks!

Marie

NEW ROUND

Count Me and Meghan in on this round too!
We can NOT wait!!!!
Thank you!

Sent Package Out for both of us!

Hey girls ... I am posting for Meghan ( dd) and myself. I delivered both packages to the post office today. I had been waiting to get a picture of these little ornaments... I still cant get a picture... so hopefully the people that we are sending to will post one for us. We are leaving for a camping weekend... Halloween Campers event! So I wanted to get them in the mail no later than this morning.

I hope you girls like both of them
Hugs!
Meghan C and Tracy C

Into the Mail.....

.... goes the ornament - it should arrive at its new home in a couple of days.

edgar

My Ornament is in the Mail

Roberta

Please check in here ....

if you are continuing with us for Round 3 (January 5, 2010 mailing deadline) :)
I would like to have names ready to go out as close as possible to everyone sending/receiving this current round :) Same guidelines apply as always :)

hugs,
BeckySC

Mailed my ornament today...

Hope YOU like it dear receiver :)

hugs,
BeckySC

Mailed My Ornament

My ornament is on its way to its new home.

Mailed my ornament...

...today! Hope it arrives quickly, safely... and that my partner likes it!

Carol

Beautiful Ornie recieved!~

I have just arrived home from being out of town this weekend and was so pleased to have received a beautiful ornament from Becky K!~ I will try to photo it tomorrow after work and post the picture...It is truly wonderful Becky. A JBW design using DMC reds and finished into a nice bell shape...The handiwork is marvelous!~ Until tomorrow....Thanks again Becky!~~ Faye

Ornament Swap

Count me in for the next round!

Roberta

Ornament in the mail!

Took my swap ornie to the post office this morning.

Ornament is on its way!!~~~

I put my ornament in the mail today to my partner....Sure do hope they enjoy it! It has gotton me in the holiday spirit!~~ Faye

Just a friendly reminder that mailing date is Nov. 1, 2009 :)

I am looking forward to seeing all the lovely ornaments :)

Amy, your ornie for Meghan is adorable and I KNEW she would love it :)

Have a great rest of the month :)

hugs,
BeckySC

Exchange from Amy!!!!

My Exchange arrived while i was gone at VA, Beach. So sorry a little late posting!

Oh my goodness look what I got From Amy. Its my own little sheep Ornament!!! With bright green fabric. I absolutely love love love LOVE it. It is made it so cute!! Thank you!

Thank you SOOO much!!!

Ornament has been mailed!

I'm over a month early, I guess miracles DO happen sometimes! :-) I'm just going to be VERY busy during the month of October so I wanted to get this out. Hope the recipient likes it! :-)

Happy stitching,
Amy

A Beautiful Ornament ...

...arrived the day before yesterday and I was such a ding I forgot to post here on the Blog - duh!! My Partner was Shay and she made just the perfect ornament for me - here is a snap -

This over one stitched beauty has so many of my favorite elements - I just love it!!!
Thank you so much Shay!!!!!

Ornament Safe In Texas

There was a bit of concern that the ornament Carol S. sent to me may have gone missing. I am so happy to report that it arrived today and it is truly gorgeous! When I opened the package my mouth dropped, this beautiful ornament is stitched on 40ct over two, using Atalie floss! ~ How lucky am I??? Carol, you are an angel, please know that I will treasure this special ornament. Thank you so much for making this an extra special exchange! :)

Christmas Ornament Swap
Stitched by: Carol S.
Designer: The Sampler House
Design: Symbolic "X" Christmas Ornament

Names have been assigned :)

Please let me know if you did not receive your information :)

Have Fun :)
hugs,
BeckySC

Beautiful Ornament from Julianne

I just received this beautiful Prairie Schooler ornament from Julianne today. I just adore it. Knowing I am from NH and live fairly close to the famed New England seacoast, Julianne stitched a Santa with a schooner and an anchor. I love how she made it personal like that! It is so perfectly stitched and finished... did I already say I adore it? Thank you so much Julianne :-)

Meanwhile, I am frantic about the ornament I mailed out... no word about it yet, very worried.... forgot to tell DH to put Delivery Confirmation on it! Argh!!!!! I hope it will arrive soon...

What great work you all did for this round!!

HUGE congratulations-I have loved EACH and EVERY ornament received :)

I will be getting the names out for the next round over the weekend :)
We have some wonderful additions to the group-should be another fantastic round!!

NOTE: Everyone has sent-there are only 3 left to receive :) I am sure you 3 will receive VERY soon :)

hugs,
BeckySC

Exchange Received from Amy

Thank you, Amy, the Santa Moon ornament is just perfect. Your finishing is beautiful. He will take a prominent place on my tree.

Happy Stitching
Shay

Ornament on it's way

I was mailed morning. I'm late but it doesn't have to far to go so I hope it is there soon. Sorry to be late but Murphy has been my constant companion this week.

Shay

My exchanged arrived!

This is from Lynda and I just love prims and this is a Stacy Nash design!! Thank you Lynda, I love this and it will be hung on my year round tree!!

Roberta

Quaker Pinkeep from Edgar~~~

I wanted to post this beautiful pinkeep on the blog that I have received from Edgar~! I absolutely love the colors and the fact that it has red birds on it. He indicated he had done it on 32 fabric he had on hand and used Bell Soie Rose and Sharon and Scarecrow. I love this design by Praiseworthy Stitches called "Quaker Small"...Your work is stunning Edgar and I love absolutely everything about it~~ Thanks again for this beautiful exchange! Faye

Ornament Received from Donna

I received this lovely Blackbird Designs stocking ornament from Donna in my mail today. It is so perfectly finished, and it's going to look great on my Christmas tree. Thanks again Donna for a very special keepsake. (I hope you received my e-mail :) )

My Ornament Is On Its Way

I just got back from my local post office. My ornament is on its way to its new owner:) It should arrive no later than Friday.

Look what Faye sent me!

I love it! Plus a bonus too! Wahoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks Faye!

Donna

Thank you Edgar!!~~

I hate to keep everyone in suspense, but I will have to post the photo later this week of the beautiful ornament I have received from Edgar~ It is a fantastic piece by Praiseworthy stitches called "Quaker Small"..I promise as soon as the monsoonal rains pass through the Carolinas I will posting the picture of this great ornament. Thanks again Edgar!~ You rock!~

Great ornament from Roberta :)

I received the CUTEST reindeer ornament from Roberta today :) Thank you so much, Roberta-I just LOVE it :)

hugs,
BeckySC

My ornament is on its way

Hi all, I mailed my exchange ornament on Saturday - it should be arriving this week.

Roberta

Ornament Received From Marie!

I received this lovely ornament from Marie on Saturday! It's M Designs "Joy Tree" stitched over one! Isn't it gorgeous? Thank you again Marie, I love it! :-)

On it's way....

My ornament is on it's way today. Hope the recipient likes it!

Happy stitching!

First thing in the morning...

My ornament is leaving here first thing in the morning - hope it arrives quickly and safely...

Carol

Mine is on it's way!

Just made it under the wire, it should be at my partner's house in a couple of days! Hope she enjoys it!
Donna

On the way..

I just got back from mailing off my ornie. It should get there the first part of next week.

edgar

Ornament recieved

I received this beautiful pinkeep ornament from Becky this week. It is a design from Little House Needleworks, one of my favorites. Thanks again Becky!

lynda

ornie on its way!

I just posted my ornie to my partner. Hope it gets there quickly!

lynda

Ornament Mailed

I mailed my ornament exchange out today ~

My ornament left SC this morning :)

I hope the recipient will like it :)
Hugs,
BeckySC

Ornament in the mail!

I have put my ornament in the mail and sure do hope the recipient enjoys it!! It was fun to make! Faye

Beautiful Ornament from Carol and my basket full :)

I received this gorgeous ornament from Carol today. It's just perfect!! Thank you so much, Carol. It will "grace" my tree for years to come :)


Thank you all for participating in this year long exchange and for all the wonderful ornaments you sent to me it was indeed an enjoyable month of receiving!!
Here's my group shot :)

hugs,
BeckySC

Lovely ornament from Carolyn :)

I received this lovely ornament from Carolyn today! Thank you so much, Carolyn! It's just perfect and will have a place of honor on my tree :)



hugs,
BeckySC

Cutie from Amy :)

Amy says this is suppose to make me smile...It DID!! TOO cute :) Thank you so much, Amy!! It will have a place of honor on my tree :)
It has been such great fun receiving my ornaments...I am sad that I only have 2 left to receive :)

Aren't the jingle bells too cute?!?!



Have a great week :) I'll be MIA for a few days...need to catch up on some things at home :)
BeckySC

Received Round Two Name

Hi Becky,
I am pretty sure I emailed you, but just in case - yes, I did receive my Round Two person's name!

Carol

After tonight I will not have internet access

until after the holiday weekend ( Monday ). I have still not heard from a couple of Round 2 swappers if they received their name :) Please leave a comment and let me know-I will check in when I return home late Sunday or early Monday :)Have a most wonderful and safe 4th of July :)
Thanks so much :)
BeckySC

Round 2 information :)

I have received the requested info from all round 2 exchangers and will get the first names sent out over the upcoming weekend :) I know this is going to be an amazing year for exchanging ornaments within this group :)
Thanks for taking part :)
hugs,
BeckySC

Received my exchange Name

Just letting you know that I have received my exchange name and will start looking for something fun to stitch.

Roberta

A Beauty from Edgar :)

Oh, thank you so much, Edgar!! This beauty arrived in my mailbox today and I just love it! It's perfectly stitched and finished :) THANK YOU SO MUCH :) Email coming your way :)




hugs,
BeckySC

On it's way....

Hi Becky -

I got your ornie in the mail yesterday - I would think it should be to you in a day or so.

edgar

Thank you, Vonna :)

This lovely ornament arrived today from Vonna :)It will have a place of honor on my tree for many years to come :) Thank you again, Vonna :)


hugs,
BeckySC

My gorgeous ornemant from Staci :)

I am in love :) Thank you Staci for such a gorgeous ornament :)Did I say I love it?? It's just perfect and I will cherish it always :)


Email headed your way :)
hugs,
BeckySC

Ornament for Becky!

I mailed your ornament today...I hope you like it :)

Thanks so much for moderating this swap, I've truly enjoyed it!!!

Hugs, Staci

Two Lovely ornaments arrived today :)

From Julianne I received this lovely needleroll ornament. It's just perfect :) Thank you, Julianne. It will have a place of honor on my tree :)

And from CathyB I received this adorable Gingerbread Man. He will fit in perfectly for the new tree addition this year. The back is personalized with our initials :)

Thank you both ladies :) I am so pleased with your choices for me :) Emails forth coming to you both :)

Oh Becky!...

Hi Becky --

Your ornament from me was mailed today. Hope you like it!

Cathy B

All 10 of my ornaments....

Here is a group shot of all 10 of my ornaments. Thanks to all of you for the ornaments. There sure is a nice variety here & they're all wonderful & I appreciate them so much. :-)

My last two ornaments....

Here are my last two ornaments ... This Shepherd's Bush ornament is from Carolyn TX. Isn't it cute? I forgot to take a picture of the back, but she put her initials & mine with 2009 between them. It's really cute Carolyn, thanks so much for stitching it for me!

And this Brittercup Poinsettia is from Carol. Thanks Carol, it's lovely.

Jill's Ornament for Amy

Amy received my ornament back on April 16 but it never made it on this blog.



It is "ABC Noel 2007" by L'R de rien. It is stitched on 28ct. White-Opal Cashel linen with DMC #115.

Off to Amy

Hi Amy,
I am so sorry to run this late into the month with an ornament for you! I have been in Philadelphia three times this month, and home for a grand total of only 9 nines in May - busy doing the groundwork to establish a new eating disorders clinic that will be run out of my practice - need very much to find and hire a psychiatrist who can handle this disorder (few want to!) and then I hope to actually achieve this! A dream come true!
I started two ornaments for you - didn't get to finish either! But am mailing you one from my ornament basket (my favorite one) tomorrow morning ;-) Hope you enjoy it!

Hugs,
Carol

Two More Ornaments.....

I think ornaments come in two's around here.... let's keep that up shall we? ;-) This cute little ornament is from Staci.... it's Prairie Schooler's "Christmas Day". And she stitched a little cardinal on the back too....
The finishing is great too, thanks so much Staci, it's adorable!

This lovely ornament is from Julianne. It will hang on my tree if my brother doesn't see it & take it home with him. :-) It's very pretty & wonderful finishing as well. Thank you Julianne!

Thanks again to you both for the wonderful ornaments!

Ornament left Texas....

Amy, your ornament left Texas this morning, so you should be receiving it soon. I hope you enjoy it. :)

Carolyn

Thank you so much, Joan :)

I received a gorgeous ornament from Joan today. I just love it!! It's perfectly stitched and finished :) Thanks so much, Joan. I appreciate your time/effort :) It will be such a wonderful addition to my tree!
Email coming your way :)

hugs,
BeckySC

Ornament for Becky

Left Minnesota yesterday.

Hope you will like it.

Joan

Ornament from Becky....

I received another very pretty ornament on Saturday, I'm just slow to get a pic posted, shame on me. This one is from Becky SC... isn't it pretty? She knows I love trees, red & hearts, and this tree is made up of hearts. I really love it & she finished it so nice, thanks again Becky!

Amy...

your ornament was mailed today! I hope you like it :)

Hugs, Staci

First Thing Tuesday Morning...

I'll be mailing out Amy's ornament.  

Julianne

2 Ornaments Received...........

The first one is from Vonna, and it's simply amazing! It's a Prairie Schooler "Angel" & I'm pretty sure my very first PS ornament ever! It's stunning on that black fabric isn't it? And I LOVE the fact that she's holding a dove. Thank you again Vonna, she's LOVELY!


And this beauty is from Cathy B! Isn't it pretty as can be? I love it as well. It's a Nordic Needle design from one of the JCS Ornament issues & she has stitched & finished it just beautifully hasn't she? Thank you so much Cathy, it's gorgeous front & back!

Happy stitching!

Dear Amy ...

... your ornament is on its way!

Cathy B

Two Ornaments Received!

I *thought* I had posted this over the weekend, but I guess I hit the wrong button. Oops! Here we go.... maybe I can get it right this time!

I have received two more ornaments recently. We have had some computer issues so I'm a bit behind in posting, sorry! This first one is from Joan! Isn't it finished wonderfully?!?! Joan sent early & I actually waited until after May 1st to open it. :-) Thank you again Joan, it's cute as can be!!

Next is my ornie from Edgar. It's "Christmas Angel" by Midsummer Night Designs. Isn't it great? I really like it! An angel holding a bird & a tree, what's not to love? Thank you again Edgar! :-)

Thanks again to both of you!

My Basket Of Treasured Ornaments

Thank you all for making April a very special month for me. Here is a picture of all the ornaments that I received.

Woodland Snowfall from Carolyn

I received this lovely ornament from Carolyn in my mail yesterday. It is Little House Needleworks' Woodland Snowfall from the JCS 2004 Ornament Issue.



I just adore those cute little squirrels. Carolyn, thanks again for a very special ornament.

A Beauty from Edgar

I received this fabulous ornament from Edgar in my mailbox this past Saturday. Edgar stitched and finished a great design from my favorite The Prairie Schooler. It's from the "A Christmas Visit" leaflet.

Thank you, Edgar for this great addition to my hand-stitched ornament collection.

Leaving Texas on Monday..

Julianne,
Your ornament will be leaving Texas first thing Monday morning. I'm sorry it's late. I hope you enjoy it!

Love,
Carolyn