October

It’s here....it’s here!

Welcome to October, my favorite time of year!

Enjoy your day everyone,

Kate

Inspiration

I came across a women called Jude Hill. She does things with fabric that is just amazing! 

I thought, well I have been trying, to figure out another way to finish the Punch needle models.

I like things framed, boxed, etc. but my favorite is the mat itself. I feel, no.... I think, fabric kind of needs fabric to ground it...I think?  So because of Jude it gave me the idea, it would be wonderful as a wall hanging...fabric within fabric...form within form.. I am playing with two of the punch models and adding it to a wall hanging...I have begun to embroider, quilt and just have a blast with it, freedom! It let's me break out of the box, create a free form,  relax and not be so boxed in. I hope you enjoy it as much as I am enjoying doing it. Thank you Jude for your wonderful inspiration. If you get a chance head on over to her blog.  http://spiritcloth.typepad.com/

 Let me know what you think. I would love your feedback good or bad!

Have a wonderful creative day,

Kate

Believe in Magic

SOLD

Thank you!

A finished Model Punch Needle 

This listing is a primitive, folk art FINISHED punch needle,  from  ©Briar Cottage Studio / Kate Gillery.     

Named:  (Believe in Magic) (PNP 194F)

It measures 8" wide x 10" high

This Punch Needle is a model for a Punch Needle Pattern. The pattern was revised so it is One of a Kind. The punch is done using Valdani and DMC threads. backed with wool, then backed in a complimentary fabric and edged in looped sari ribbon. All hand sewn no machine work. Look closely and you will see 6 little glass beads rounded by blanket stitched wool.  It reads "Those who don't believe in Magic will never find it!" It is signed and dated. A wonderful addition to your collection.

If you are interested in purchasing this finished Punch it is now listed in my Etsy Cottage Shop:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Thank you for your interest,

Kate

Chilly Day Needlework

It's a chilly wet day in Pittsburgh. I have finished all my chores for the week house cleaning, laundry, mowing the lawn, etc. What do I do now, It's a no brainer needlework, YEA!  I think it's time to add finishing touches to some of my previous punches.

I'm thinking since I'm no longer doing festivals. I will begin selling some of my artwork & punch needle pieces on Etsy. I'm hoping they will be well received. I will post here and on my personal facebook page of the new listings. Follow along won't you!

Have a wonderful weekend, Stay dry and cozy,

Kate