tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77792975189905213802024-03-16T02:23:40.333-05:00STITCH ACROSS THE BORDERCarolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13352764994854290533noreply@blogger.comBlogger219125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779297518990521380.post-65158979632572927322013-03-28T16:44:00.001-05:002013-03-28T16:44:45.495-05:00How I created this blogThis is for all the "anonymouses"that have asked but left no good way for me to answer their questions.<br />
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This blog is hosted by blogspot.com. They have templates that are relatively simple to use. I uploaded all the information and photographs myself. I picked what setting options I wanted including monitoring comments. I did not hire anyone to help me but did ask questions of others on occasion.<br />
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I hope everyone has a great Easter week-end. At some point in the near future I will get back to hand stitching and blogging. At the moment I am heavily involved in other family matters.Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13352764994854290533noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779297518990521380.post-71927407195346604942012-11-07T16:41:00.000-06:002012-12-05T08:54:31.914-06:00Dear AnonymousesFor whatever reason one of my older postings is being bombarded by anonymouses.<br />
NO you may not use the information on my blog without my permission.<br />
NO I will not be visiting your web pages, they have nothing to do with my interests in sewing, quilting, genealogy.<br />
The content of this blog belongs to me and most everything here (and at my other blogs) is my own design/thought process or used with permission from others.<br />
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December 5th 2012<br />
Since writing this post it has been brought to my attention that someone is teaching about blog/web writing and hosting. That is wonderful. However there are issues here. Bloggers and web-masters should have been notified ahead of time what was happening and permission requested to use specific postings as examples. An issue has arisen with the multiple comments to the postings. "Anonymouses" asking for feedback to their own web sites or asking questions have not been leaving e-mail contact information.<br />
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I think it is great that people are being shown how to write blogs and set up web-sites however a number of the anonymous participants have sites that I cannot recommend to others due to content that I do not agree with or is not compatible with my own interests or religious beliefs. Some are also blocked or have been taken down because of questionable content.<br />
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I will reiterate something I have already written. All content of this, or any of my other blogs, belongs to me. Anyone wanting to use said content has to contact me directly through e-mail. I have sought for and gained permission, where possible, from other bloggers when using any of their information.<br />
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Carol H.Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13352764994854290533noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779297518990521380.post-31381593442678718902012-07-04T06:09:00.001-05:002012-07-04T06:12:56.594-05:00Outdoor Wednesday - Road Trip through Ireland #3<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Lots of whimsical statues can be seen while traveling round Ireland. I loved this one at Mount Stewart House & Gardens in the Dodo Terrace :)<br />
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For those of you celebrating in the USA may you have a fun and safe 4th July. God bless teh men & women who work hard to keep us safe in all circumstances.<br />
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For more Outdoor Wednesday fun pop on over to <a href="http://asoutherndaydreamer.blogspot.com/">http://asoutherndaydreamer.blogspot.com/</a>Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13352764994854290533noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779297518990521380.post-39734644370041634142012-06-27T07:33:00.000-05:002012-06-27T07:33:01.911-05:00Outdoor Wednesday - Road Trip Through Ireland #2Our first week-end on the Emerald Isle was spent in Northern Ireland near Belfast. It takes about 4+ hours to drive from Shannon airport to where we were staying. Lovely drive. One of the first things we noticed as we were traveling along was statues in seemingly random places. A life size blue ox with its rear end to traffic, a huge spiral rod, various pieces of mathematical symbols, but the one we liked the most is called "the Wibbly Wobbly House" according to one of John's friends from there. I would love to know more about it so if anyone can fill me in please do so.<br />
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My favorite business "statue" was this one near Galway. Reminded me of my past life as a Bathroom/Kitchen designer :)</div>
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We landed at Shannon airport, picked up our rental car and drove to Belfast. Scenery was gorgeous and the weather delightful. As we were getting closer to our destination we drove through an interesting bridge. We also drove through it on our return from Belfast to Dublin.<br />
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Word of caution. If you want to take a ferry from Ireland to Scotland you cannot take your rental car.<br />
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A common sight wherever we went - fields of cows. Lots of different colors and types. Some in grassy fields, others amidst rocky outcrops.<br />
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I'll share more of our adventures over the next few Wednesdays.<br />
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For more "Outdoor Wednesday" fun head on over to <a href="http://asoutherndaydreamer.blogspot.com/">http://asoutherndaydreamer.blogspot.com/</a> where Susan is sharing more about a movie that is being filmed in her town.<br />
<br />Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13352764994854290533noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779297518990521380.post-15342123759660539532011-09-21T08:02:00.001-05:002011-09-21T08:06:26.506-05:00Outdoor Wednesday - Leaded WindowI love this version of a leaded window. The picture was taken in London on a walkabout.<br />
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While my son was playing volleyball this morning I went for a walk round our chapel grounds and took some photographs.<br />
Here's my autumn inspiration photos for this week. We have lots of trees in the Nashville area that lose their bark. I love them.<br />
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Well now that school is back in session I am so ready for the glories of autumn to arrive with all the crisp weather and rich colors of the season. Okay so leaves and plants will be dying off but I'll be able to stitch again without my needle slithering out of my fingers :)<br />
During September, October and November a lovely group of artistic/crafty ladies are celebrating with lots of projects, tutorials, contests and prizes. If, like me, you have become a puddle in the summer heat and humidity this might be just the thing to get in the sewing groove again. Thanks to Rachel (Stitched in Color), Emma (Emma Lamb), Mollie (Wild Olive) and Shannon (luvinthemommyhood).<br />
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I have lots of autumnal colors in my fabric, threads, patterns, books, pencils, paints etc. Once we get back from dropping our daughter off at the MTC in Provo, Utah I plan on "taking back" my sewing room and creating again.<br />
My inspiration fall photo was taken last year at Belle Meade Plantation. I'll be going there again soon. We also live right beside the Natchez Trace. Maybe this is the year to tackle the scenic drive that I hear a lot about from others.<br />
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Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13352764994854290533noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779297518990521380.post-68839818454328780862011-08-16T14:29:00.001-05:002011-08-16T14:32:24.042-05:00The Magic Feather ProjectHere's an interesting sloooooow recyclable project, to help children, for those of you who like to hand stitch (and might be interested in helping out). It's being organized by Jude Hill at Spiritcloth.<br />
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One of the things I really enjoy about traveling around Britain is having the opportunity to look at old stonework details. This one belongs to Buckingham Palace. It always pays to look upwards :)<br />
As always pop on over to <a href="http://asoutherndaydreamer.blogspot.com/">http://asoutherndaydreamer.blogspot.com/</a> to find out what some other outdoor participants have been doing.Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13352764994854290533noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779297518990521380.post-83498476843501280832011-07-18T08:44:00.002-05:002011-07-18T11:48:47.354-05:00A Finished project - Christmas ornamentIt's getting to that time of year where I really need to be thinking about making some Christmas presents or they will never get done.<br />
Wonder of wonders I got something finished this week-end. I have two quaker cross-stitch snowflakes left over from last year and I had been staring at them and some fabric all week.<br />
Small 4"x4" ornament ...... but done is done. Now to tackle some more items that are in my "to be finished drawer" :)<br />
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Looks like the statues surrounding the fountain outside Buckingham Palace are already "ahead of the games". They have their own torch, laurel wreaths, and well honed athletes & swimmers already in place :)<br />
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Her Majesty has the best seat available with remarkable access to the sprinting events.<br />
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Enough of my whimsy, there is a lot of building work going on in Britain for the Summer 2012 Olympic games. Lots of building cranes in evidence in London and some surrounding areas. It's going to be fabulous.Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13352764994854290533noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779297518990521380.post-869188009339145562011-07-12T06:58:00.001-05:002011-07-16T15:29:51.201-05:00Blog inspiration - BeedeebabeeGreetings from hot and steamy Nashville. We are under a heat advisory and the cooling stations opened yesterday.<br />
My son and one of his friends are off an a Scout High Adventure trip and we are hoping they are able to be in plenty of shade.<br />
Daughter #1 is filling in the gaps on her clothing list as she prepares for her mission call to the California San Fernando Spanish speaking mission.<br />
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Since I am learning how to bead and giving some thought to felting I thought I would share one of my favorite "inspiration" blogs. Paulette from Beedeebabee does amazing artwork. She is on hiatus for a while but has left her blog open so we can still visit and drool :)<br />
I love her hearts and they range from simple to romantic to crazy quilting to Mary Engelbreit in style. Paulette loves the artist Lisa Lectura.<br />
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Our "sack" and first gifts had to be sent out at the beginning of July. I am swapping with Pat B. at <a href="http://www.patriciabstudio.blogspot.com/">www.patriciabstudio.blogspot.com/</a> I sent her a postcard while I was in Scotland.<br />
Her package to me arrived last night and has a re-usable theme. I already have some ideas about how to re-use the "sack" :)<br />
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Hopefully my package has arrived. It also has a "loose" re-usable theme, some of which will become more apparent after Christmas :)<br />
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We are not allowed to open the packages till Christmas so I will put Pat's bag in a safe place in my sewing room.<br />
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(Don't forget to visit the next installment of Stitched Sunday. It's all about back stitch and needles.)Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13352764994854290533noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779297518990521380.post-56162599179841583582011-07-06T12:11:00.001-05:002011-07-06T12:17:35.478-05:00Outdoor Wednesday - Where The Wild Things Grow<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy6gSs_xAhioBx4AQJYMCqVKZLJdiRGSfoWK8EIpNzDtfqq1H425wPzvCxM50qklF47I8tOs6QtjWiKolbFG1XhD3wOKxVgLRLCK7CmBWhq1jN92FPy-noPqqKPFRLpXKGmm8OuwlzHDeg/s1600/IMG_0185.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy6gSs_xAhioBx4AQJYMCqVKZLJdiRGSfoWK8EIpNzDtfqq1H425wPzvCxM50qklF47I8tOs6QtjWiKolbFG1XhD3wOKxVgLRLCK7CmBWhq1jN92FPy-noPqqKPFRLpXKGmm8OuwlzHDeg/s320/IMG_0185.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />
Wildflowers growing in crevices always look more interesting when they are at an historic building (Stirling Castle is in the background.)<br />
As always hop on over to <a href="http://asoutherndaydreamer.blogspot.com/">http://asoutherndaydreamer.blogspot.com</a> to see what some other participants have been posting about today.<br />
I hope those of you that celebrated it had a wonderful 4th of July. This Brit had the opportunity to sing in two concerts :)Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13352764994854290533noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779297518990521380.post-13212496987492716572011-07-02T14:15:00.000-05:002011-07-02T14:15:41.518-05:00Stitched SundayIf you have not already seen it Helen Stubbins has started doing a Stitched Sunday project for everyone to learn (or re-learn) basic hand embroidery stitches. It's a needle-case and looks interesting.<br />
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To find out whats happening click on the link in my sidebar. <a href="http://hugsnkisses.typepad.com/">http://hugsnkisses.typepad.com/</a><br />
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There are two very distinct sections to the King's Knot. The lower section was a "parterre" (a system of hedges, paths and flower beds) and the raised 9 ft high, section was a characteristic feature of gardens in the 16/17th centuries. According to old records there was hedges and canals in the Knot. Renovations and alterations have been done over the centuries.<br />
Historic Scotland looks after the Knot and recently provided a grant (along with Stirling City Heritage Trust) for a geophysical survey to be taken. The aim is to try and find out more about this landmarks ancient history and maybe what "lies below".Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13352764994854290533noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779297518990521380.post-24191962448480221912011-06-03T15:38:00.000-05:002011-06-03T15:38:25.956-05:00Greetings From ScotlandOur trip to Scotland is fast drawing to a close and we have been busy little tourists :) <br />
Today has been the first full day of wonderful weather so we took my mother to a couple of local gardening centers. She is the main reason we are here. She has been having MRI's, biopsies and other tests done, which have been quite tiring (and stressful) for her. She goes to see the specialist next week and we will know at that point what can, or cannot, be done for her.<br />
Scotland has been experiencing some rough weather so we have not been able to get to some of the areas we wanted to visit. Having said that what we did see was enjoyable.<br />
So where have we been?<br />
Various parts of Stirlingshire since that's where my side of the family live.<br />
Stirling Castle<br />
Wallace Monument<br />
Smith Art Gallery<br />
Dunblane Cathedral<br />
Callander<br />
Glasgow (twice) - shopping, Museum of Modern Art, Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Museum and a general walk around the center of Glasgow<br />
Scone Palace/Perth<br />
Edinburgh (twice) - Royal Scottish Academy, Canongate Church, Museum of Edinburgh, Queens Gallery, People's Story, Scottish Parliament Buildings, Edinburgh Castle, Camera Obscura, St. Giles Cathedral, Royal Mile and shopping<br />
Blackford Highland Games<br />
Hopefully all our photographs will turn out and I can share some of them at a later date.Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13352764994854290533noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779297518990521380.post-51372834807653883002011-05-17T11:24:00.000-05:002011-05-17T11:24:11.433-05:00Going on vacationI'm heading off to Scotland tomorrow for a few weeks. I have three hand sewing projects in my carry-on case. We have a 4 hour layover in Toronto so maybe a few stitches will get done while we wait :)<br />
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Our large tree is slowly getting covered with Cicadas nymphs getting ready to molt. There's a goodly amount of their cast-offs at the bottom of our tree.<br />
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While I don't mind the Cicadas too much I think I will be happy to leave them behind for a wee while when I leave for Scotland next week.<br />
For more outdoor adventure hop on over to <a href="http://asoutherndaydreamer.blogspot.com/">http://asoutherndaydreamer.blogspot.com</a><br />
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And just to end on a pretty note. The weather has gotten hot all of a sudden and this morning my lilies bloomed.<br />
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We are in the middle of re-arranging some beds again. One of the forsythia bushes is now gone and we are creating this little flower area by our back steps. Just have to put in some more perrenials, annuals and mulch.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13352764994854290533noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7779297518990521380.post-12750238153125407902011-04-01T10:53:00.000-05:002011-04-01T10:53:28.649-05:00Edythe Anne's Heart - part 2<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdD_vcIgdHIQqqulqBCql7IbrOAAdstEC7Nw-skf05KbObHld7I2SOvOwUHHRyNoXAB7GnaTIm1IkEsRZpHAI62faSXwqW73mqe1mKbZqe4YyZ8QJmir64qT9198WbKQ6AY8JaOySbQbbz/s1600/IMG_0863.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdD_vcIgdHIQqqulqBCql7IbrOAAdstEC7Nw-skf05KbObHld7I2SOvOwUHHRyNoXAB7GnaTIm1IkEsRZpHAI62faSXwqW73mqe1mKbZqe4YyZ8QJmir64qT9198WbKQ6AY8JaOySbQbbz/s320/IMG_0863.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>It's moving along. The basic heart is now complete (with a few personal modifications) and I am adding the "bling". My favorite part of the whole process so far has been ........<br />
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