Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Keeping busy


I have found that keeping myself busy folding patterns for shipping and finishing up on class samples has been a great way to keep me going. Sophie helped me stitch on the piece seen above when I was still in Oregon. It is called "Carrots". When I would put my needle in for a stitch she helped me pull it back out (and usually pulled the thread out of the needle too)...It made for slow going, but we both had fun doing it.


This bunny is called Cara T. Rabbit.... She is the one on the stitchery too. Stitching is definitely therapy for the soul....If you are going through a bad time too, why not try some. It might be just what you need.
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12 comments:

  1. JeanneFebruary 8, 2012 at 8:16 AM

    Jo Ann~~SOOOO SORRY, I haven't been here for awhile so I knew nothing about your Daughter. I lost my Husband of 30+ years a little over a year ago and it is a LONG PROCESS~~~Can't imagine losing a child. (((HUGS AND PRAYERS)))) TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!!!!!!!!!!

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  2. KrisFebruary 8, 2012 at 8:22 AM

    JoAnn, I am just now reading that your beautiful daughter has lost her fight to cancer. I am so very sorry for all of your loss. You will certainly be in my thoughts and prayers!!!
    Hugs,
    Kris

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  3. SandiFebruary 8, 2012 at 8:31 AM

    What lovely pieces you have created in your time to remember your daughter.

    Keep that needle going in and out!

    Thanks to your lovely assistant for keeping you busy.

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  4. quiltsbycheriFebruary 8, 2012 at 9:06 AM

    sewing does help to mend the soul, stitch by stitch.....

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  5. sandraFebruary 8, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    Working with my hands always seems to bring comfort to me when missing my sweet Mom 3 yrs ago. Can't wait to see you :))

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  6. WoolenSailsFebruary 8, 2012 at 9:46 AM

    Wonderful new patterns. I am so behind on finishing things and starting things, but I do love stitching, really nice to have something to do while I rest and have a finished piece to enjoy.

    Debbie

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  7. Sassafras and WinterberryFebruary 8, 2012 at 3:43 PM

    I'm thinking of you and holding you in my prayers. I am so glad to hear that stitching up these beautiful pieces brings you peace.
    Big Hugs!
    Courtney

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  8. colleenclFebruary 8, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    Was at the store yesterday to teach and saw your adorable new samples! Keep on stitching JoAnn . . . love that Sophie was stitching with you. See you soon! {{{hugs}}}

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  9. LoriFebruary 8, 2012 at 8:07 PM

    The bunnies are so sweet! You'll always think of Sophie helping you on that top one. Thinking of you.

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  10. EsperanzaFebruary 9, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    Pero que bonito es tu blog. NO tengo idea de ingles..por lo que no puedo hacerme tu seguidora... pero ma ha encantado. un besazo.

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  11. Larkrise garden girlFebruary 9, 2012 at 4:40 PM

    Jo Ann,I have no words but I am so sorry, Hugs Cheri

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  12. Michelle May-The Raspberry RabbitsFebruary 13, 2012 at 4:49 PM

    Stitching is a cure for lots of hurting hearts...oh and so are bunnies. ;)

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