Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Gigi Est Fini

Well, after posting last night, I found the perfect position on the futon in order for me to bead and see the invisible thread. Yep, I'm stubborn and kept using the stuff...mainly because the beads are scattered about in empty space. So I got a decent amount done last night and then knew I could finish today. Gigi is finished and I am *so* happy!! Here she is! The photo is a little dull since it's taken under artificial light. (photo is clickable)
Letter G (Gwendolyn renamed "Gigi") by Nora Corbett
32 count Ray of Light Belfast
Recommended Crescent Colors and Embellishments

I am super happy to be finished with Gigi. I even figured out how to stitch on the Mill Hill Treasure. Thank goodness for the Mirabilia Yuku board...they are full of great ideas and tips! Now I wonder what Nora's Letter V will look like when released...what's taking so long! It's supposed to be the next letter!

Also, I received my SBBC birthday exchange from Judith in the Netherlands today. She stitched me a Spring design and made it into a quilted project pocket. It's very cute!! She also sent a couple of healthy cuts of linen which will definitely come in handy. Thanks Judith!
Now that Gigi is done, Newton will become the primary focus. I also have to get started on an exchange and start knitting a scarf. At least that's the plan. Things change, I get sidetracked...you know how that is! I'm hoping Newton will get interesting soon...still just a big white blob on light yellow fabric. You can understand why I'm still not sharing photos on him!!

Well, better get cracking! These gifts aren't going to make themselves. Have a great rest of the week!

Until next time...

11 comments:

Mary Elizabeth said...

Ohh Gigi is so pretty. It looks better than the photo on the chart!
I hope that scarf is for me!!!!

Margaret said...

Very pretty! I love how she came out! It did seem to take a while for the last 3 letters to come out. I hope that V comes soon for you! Nice exchange present too. I hope you enjoy it!

Cheryl said...

Congrats on finishing Gigi! Pretty! I love that gift from Judith, shes very talented

Branlaadee said...

Gigi is beautiful! She looks great. Your present from Judith is adorable!

Theresa said...

Congratulations on your finish!!! Gigi is beautiful!!!!
Great present from Judith!!!! It looks so pretty with the patch work around it!!!!

Lisa said...

Valerie, Congratulations on your finish. GiGi is GorGeous! Definitely worth all the hard work with the beading! How are you going to "finish" it?
Take care.

Carol R said...

GiGi is gorgeous and I see one happy little girl when she receives this as a gift!

Daffycat said...

What a gorgeous finish, Valerie! I love it!

Love your birthday exchange too. It's really darling.

Katrina said...

Oh Gigi is gorgeous! Can't wait to see a picture of Newton too :-).

mainely stitching said...

WOOHOO! Gigi's gorgeous!

Jennifer said...

Gigi is so pretty! Yay for finishing her, great work!