CQJP July Block

Saturday, February 9, 2013

There's Been Some Stitching........

CQJP 2013


I added a line of 'pearl' beads down the center of the rectangles, and lazy daisies. The center lazy daisies wear a pink bead...... 
some adorable off-white gimp trim and beads-I love this trim!
a darker piece.... looks like part of an edging.....
and February looked like this....



















a short seam with the variegated pink rayon thread......and a reflecting line of chain stitch...

Is it finished?


hmmm, that seam above the dark, lace edging needs something, I think
I had a little tea party and invited a few of my lacy friends


and they enjoyed a little dip........lol
now they're auditioning for a spot on one of my 2013 blocks.....


;-D







The Jewel Block is now transformed into a pillow!   Yay!   A little seam binding, and lace was added to the block, and then sewn onto a dark pink fabric.
The back has an overlap of fabric to create a pocket for the pillow insert.

The only addition was a 'silver' and pink crystal 'J' on the upper left. It's a pin and can be removed from the pillow and worn as a pin, or as a pendant.
I sure hope Jewel likes her pillow!
Soon, it will be flying to Australia for her to discover once she returns home. Right now she's traveling in Thailand, and will soon be in Malaysia to attend a wedding with her parents. Such a jet-setter, and she's only 16 months old!


Like many people, we were hit by the latest 'blizzard' and had over a foot of snow. There's more in the forecast, with the possibility of freezing rain, so it may take a while to get to town to post Jewel's pillow.

I hope everyone is safe and warm. Today the sun is shining here. I hope you have some sunshine, too.
Thanks for visiting.
Hugs from Suz
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46 comments:

  1. Stitching LadyFebruary 9, 2013 at 2:04 PM

    Wow, this tea dye is somelthing beautiful!

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  2. SuztatsFebruary 9, 2013 at 2:17 PM

    Thanks Anneliese. I really like the way they turned out. I used different tea bags for the mix: black pekoe, sugar plum herb tea, and gingerbread tea. They not only look good, they smell good, too!..lol..
    Hugs

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Lovely work, Suz! The Jewel pillow is so pretty! Bet you wish you were in Malaysia too! Nice and warm. A bit too warm sometimes - we lived there for a while a few years ago. Hope you're staying warm and safe.

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  4. FoxFebruary 9, 2013 at 3:57 PM

    That top quilt is gorgeous.
    Fox : )

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  5. CJ STITCHING AND BLOOMSFebruary 9, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    Hello Suz, the Pick CQ pillow is so very very lovely made more special by all your special touches. Your Tea dyed laces are all beautiful. Hugs Judy

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  6. PennyFebruary 9, 2013 at 4:43 PM

    You do such lovely stitching, I am afraid my arthritic hands have made my stitching pretty messy but I still enjoy doing it.

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  7. WendyFebruary 9, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    Such beautiful work! And your tea stained lace is wonderful! And your pillow is just gorgeous! What a great finish!

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  8. Starr WhiteFebruary 9, 2013 at 6:40 PM

    Oh, so pretty! Everything. I'm going to try that tea dyeing.

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  9. CreateologyFebruary 9, 2013 at 6:57 PM

    Suz your finished Jewel pillow is truly a Jewel Heirloom Treasure for generations to come. It is exquisite. How fun to have a "Tea Party" to dye laces. They all look fabulous. Your February block is soft and lovely. I adore the seam treatment with the little pearls adn beads. You certainly have been busy. So glad to hear you are safe from the storm. Warm Sunshine Smiles Dear...

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  10. SuztatsFebruary 9, 2013 at 8:41 PM

    Thanks Janet. It would be nice to have some warm weather, for sure. C’mon spring! lol
    I’ve never lived in another country, but, it must be interesting to experience other cultures. I don’t suppose I’ll find out- I’m not a good traveler, I’m afraid. It was quite cold again today so the furnace is working overtime. Hope you’re having a good weekend.
    Hugs

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  11. SuztatsFebruary 9, 2013 at 8:56 PM

    Thank you Fox! Hope you’re all settled into your new place.Have a great Sunday!
    Hugs

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  12. shirleyFebruary 9, 2013 at 9:07 PM

    I love what you are doing with your quilt it is lovely. Those laces are just beautiful you have a wonderful collection.
    I am sure that Jewel will love her pillow and it will always be one of her treasures from grandma

    Great stitching.

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  13. SuztatsFebruary 9, 2013 at 9:32 PM

    Hey Judy, and thanks for the nice comments. I stitched Jewel’s pillow with lots of love.
    The laces are ready to add to to my CQJP 2013 blocks, and I’m so pleased with the different shades. Happy Sunday!
    Hugs

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  14. SuztatsFebruary 9, 2013 at 9:32 PM

    I’m glad you still enjoy your stitching, Penny, and I hope the arthritis eases a bit. It’s no fun, I know. I’ve been enjoying your walks and photos. That old Arthur guy visits my knee, and makes walking difficult at times, so I do like accompanying you on your walks.
    Hugs

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  15. SuztatsFebruary 9, 2013 at 9:34 PM

    Thanks Wendy. I’m very pleased with how the pillow turned out, but I’m a bit sad that it will be travelling to Australia. Maybe I’ll have to make another one for me. Good thing I have another fabric photo of Jewel!
    Hugs

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  16. SuztatsFebruary 9, 2013 at 9:39 PM

    It’s fun to do, Starr, and the different pieces come out in all shades. I wanted to warm up all those cool white laces.
    Hugs

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  17. SuztatsFebruary 9, 2013 at 9:54 PM

    Thank you, Sherry! I must admit I’m having fun with the 2013 palette of soft colours. I think it gives me more options for embellishing. I’m going to miss seeing Jewel’s smiling face once the pillow cover is mailed away, but I shall think of her touching the stitches, and running her fingers over the lace and tatting, and smile. Hope you’re having a great weekend!
    Hugs

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  18. SuztatsFebruary 9, 2013 at 9:59 PM

    Thanks Shirley! I’ve been saving laces for quite a while, and often find crocheted pieces , and sometimes lace bits, in the second hand shop. I snap them up whenever I spot them. I’ve received some lovely bits from friends, too. Once I found a whole roll of cotton lace!
    Jewel will have fun playing with her pillow, and I’ll let her know it was stitched with lots of love!
    Hope you’re having some nice weather.
    Hugs

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  19. AnitaFebruary 9, 2013 at 10:23 PM

    The Jewel pillow is so gorgeous Suz! This is going to be a treasure. You have a great lace collection.The butterfly and dragonflies are cute.Your February block is coming along beautifully,hope one of this lace finds a place there:)

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  20. SuztatsFebruary 9, 2013 at 10:40 PM

    Thank you Anita. I know I’m going to miss seeing my Jewel block, but it’s a great excuse to start another one..., right? I think I’ll have to save the laces for the next blocks-February is a little full, now.
    Hugs

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  21. Robin MacFebruary 9, 2013 at 10:57 PM

    I love your Jewel block, what a family heirloom that could be - but perhaps not, it may be handled to death with love! Tea dyeing is great fun. Your February block is beautiful. I am so glad you have survived the blizzard unscathed. Thanks for the good wishes on my blog. Cheers

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  22. margaretFebruary 10, 2013 at 2:59 AM

    feb block is looking good, very delicate. Laces have worked a treat with the tea and as for Jewel`s pillow it is a real jewel

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  23. SuztatsFebruary 10, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    Thank you Robin for your visit and lovely comments. I guess I wouldn’t mind if the pillow was worn out from too much loving. A nice thought. Happy Sunday.
    Hugs

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  24. SuztatsFebruary 10, 2013 at 10:49 AM

    Thanks Margaret. I am pleased with my progress this month. I think part is being indoors hiding from the cold and snow-have to do something, right? Hope your weekend was filled with stitch fun.
    Hugs

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  25. MarjoleinFebruary 10, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    I like your tea party. The February block is coming along nicely.
    The Jewel cushion is looking fabulous. I'm sure your granddaughter will love it.

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  26. Deborah M.February 10, 2013 at 4:27 PM

    Very pretty, all of it. I just tea dyed some lace for my CQ I just finished. It turned out very nice and looks so vintage you'd never know I bought it just a few days ago. Love the colors in both pieces! Beautiful!

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  27. EmmaFebruary 10, 2013 at 4:55 PM

    doesn't tea give a lovely rich color. Lovely little pillow, she'll love it ;)

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  28. KarenFebruary 11, 2013 at 3:45 AM

    please stay safe and warm....it will not be a hardship to stay home and work with thee gorgeous pieces....
    http://karenannruane.typepad.com/karen_ruane/

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2013 at 1:54 PM

    Beautiful, Suz, both pieces. I really like your CQJP colors this year.

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  30. SuztatsFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:02 PM

    The tea party was fun! I’m sure Jewel will enjoy her pillow-She saw in while I was stitching on it, and loved to touch it then. Hope you have a great week Marjolein.
    Hugs

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  31. SuztatsFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:04 PM

    thanks Emma. I do like the soft warm tones that tea staining gives the cotton. Have a fun, creative week.
    Hugs

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  32. SuztatsFebruary 11, 2013 at 4:06 PM

    It’s not a problem staying home and stitching, Karen. It’s a problem tearing myself away from the stitching to do my ‘chores’! lol
    Hugs

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  33. Magpie's MumblingsFebruary 11, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    Your pearl seam treatment is lovely (well, they all are, but I like that one especially!).

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  34. SuztatsFebruary 11, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    Thanks Magpie, I enjoyed trying new combinations. Happy stitching!
    Hugs

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  35. DianneFebruary 12, 2013 at 4:20 AM

    Your lace collection is just divine, Suz and the way you have dyed them with the different teas has made them look olde worlde. Beautiful - wish I could smell them! Jewel will treasure her pillow when she finally gets it. Hope your snow is all finished now and that springtime is just around the corner for you.

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  36. IsabelleFebruary 12, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    what a wonderful collection of laces. I am jealous ;-)

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  37. SuztatsFebruary 12, 2013 at 8:04 AM

    Ah, Dianne, my lace collection keeps on growing......love it. I wish spring was coming sooner. Yesterday the weather fluctuated from snow to freezing rain, to rain, to snow, and then ice pellets......sheesh! There’s more snow in the forecast, but I’m hoping it’ll miss us........lol
    Hugs

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  38. SuztatsFebruary 12, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    Isabelle, I found most of the laces at the local second-hand shop and some were given to me by friends and in swaps. The really fancy laces, like the flowers and butterflies, I purchased for my stash. I’ve been collecting for quite a while, so it's nice to have a special project where the laces can be used..... ;-D
    Hugs

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  39. Mosaic MagpieFebruary 12, 2013 at 11:45 AM

    I do love how feminine those seam treatments look! The gimp with the pearls!!!!!! I will be on the lookout for it!
    Deb

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  40. JillayneFebruary 12, 2013 at 11:46 AM

    Oh my Suz - these are all so very gorgeous! I love the little line of pearls you added - what a beautiful stitch combination that is!

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  41. SuztatsFebruary 12, 2013 at 1:26 PM

    thanks Deb! I found that trim at Fabricland, and lucked out at the time as it was on sale.
    Hugs from Suz

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  42. SuztatsFebruary 12, 2013 at 1:32 PM

    Jillayne, thank you. That stitch combination evolved in stages, but I do like the result.
    How are the books coming along? Is your laundry ledger all finished?
    Hugs

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  43. Connie Eyberg OriginalsFebruary 17, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    Suz, I am absolutely loving your CQJP 2013! I need to invite some lacey friends for tea too. Those pieces turned out great and any of them will be perfect on your block(s).

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  44. SuztatsFebruary 17, 2013 at 1:40 PM

    Thanks Connie--it’s certainly a change from last year, isn’t it?! lol
    I enjoyed my tea party, and I think it was using different teas that made the colour work. It has a bit of a golden glow to it instead of a grey-brown that sometimes has happened. I like the ’aged’ look it gives. Have fun!
    Hugs

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  45. BrenFebruary 28, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    Your work is absolutely beautiful. Those scrumptious finishes you put on the crazy quilt is just what I want to learn to do. Thank you for sharing it with us.

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  46. SuztatsMarch 1, 2013 at 8:02 AM

    Thank you Bren for visiting and leaving such a nice comment!
    Hugs

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