Pluto

Pluto is done!  Now I only have Goofy, Daisy & Donald left.  Again this pattern is from Leisure Arts Disney & Friends (c) 1999 p. 25.  I used 14 ct. White Aida 2 over 1.

Thank you!

I just wanted to THANK YOU all for your comments!  They really help keep me motivated to continue stitching.  The photo below is what Autumn Grandeur will look like when it is finally finished.

Minnie Mouse

Yay....2 of 6 finished.  (I still have Daisy, Donald, Pluto and Goofy left)  This pattern is from the same book Leisure Arts Mickey & Friends (c) 1999 p. 27.  It is stitched on 14 ct. White Aida 2 over 1. 

Mickey Mouse

I just finished this CUTE design from Mickey & Friends by Leisure Arts (c) 1999 p. 27.  This was done on 14 ct. White Aida 2 over 1. 

This will fit perfectly in a 4x4 frame.  Although I'm having a hard time trying to find this size frame.  If anyone has any ideas where to go....let me know.  Thanks!

Update: Autumn Grandeur

I've finally finished Page 3 of Kustom Krafts Autumn Grandeur.  Had some frogs come to visit on this page...but thankfully they are long gone!  I think the image is really starting to come together and I just LOVE the colors in this pattern. 

World Of Charity Stitching: WOCS

The World Of Charity Stitching (WOCS) is an organization who uses stitched pieces to make into quilts, tote bags, walker bags, pillows ect. to give to various organizations and individuals.  Right now they are donating "gifts" to nursing homes and shelters for abused women and children.  When I came across their web-site I just knew I had to join!  What a great way to bring a smile to those in need.  If you are interested or would like more information about this organization visit their facebook page by clicking here or visit their blog by clicking here. 

This is what I have made for them so far:

This silly cow will be made into a child's quilt.  The pattern came from a free web site which can be found by clicking here.  I stitched this on 14 ct. White Aide 2 over 1.

This shark will be made into another quilt for an older male.  The theme was marine life.  This free pattern was found on-line if you would like it just click here. This pattern was stitched on 14ct. White Aide 2 over 1.

This funky fish pattern was also a freebie I found on-line.  Unfortunately I was unable to find the website it came from...sorry.  This design is not for anything inparticular.  That is one of the nice things about this charity group.  You can stitch what ever you want or any theme you want and they will make it into a charitable gift.  This pattern was stitched on 14 ct. White Aida 2 over 1. 

Harbor Vista

Well I started another Kustom Krafts SAL. This one is called Harbor Vista and is a total of 12 pages long. Those in the SAL get mailed one page of the project per month so I'll be working on this one for the next year....YIKES. I hope I can keep it up! =) Here is what I have done so far on Page 1.

This is being done on 14ct. White Aida 2 over 1. 

Update: Autumn Grandeur

Well I've finished page 2 of Kustom Krafts SAL Autumn Grandeur.  (Sorry for the hoop marks...but I love using them and will iron the project once it is completed) 

Christmas Cross Stitch

This cute Sitting Teddy is stitched on 14 ct. White Aida with DMC floss 3 over 1.  The pattern is from Fast & Festive 50 Christmas Designs copyright 2010 p. 11. 

QS-Rose-Anderson a HAED

Well this is my first attempt at an HAED.  Actually my second...the first one got abandoned after I completed only 1/2 of a page.  My goal is to actually finish this one.  This is a Quick Stitch so it has a lot less pages than an actual HAED design.  Yet, there are still MANY color changes and I feel like it takes me forever to get any stitching done.  I have been working on this piece for over a month and I still don't have one page done yet.  I am stitching this on 25 ct. White Dublin 2 over 1. 

This is also my first attempt at parking threads...not sure if I like this method or not just yet.  =)

Autumn Grandeur SAL - Kustom Krafts

This is my first SAL (Stitch-Along) ever and I'm super excited!  The pattern is by Kustom Krafts and titled Autumn Grandeur.  This is a pic of the first completed page.  I know it doesn't look like much now...but it will be fun to watch the pattern grown into a beautiful masterpiece!  I have stitched this piece on 14 ct. Khaki Aida 2 over 1.

First Finish Of 2011

This pattern is Snowman & Bunny from Leisure Arts Fast & Festive 50 Christmas Designs Copyright 2010 p. 13.  This was stitched on 14 ct. Aida stitched 1 over 1 with DMC floss used throughout. 3 strands for the cross stitch and 2 strands for the backstitch.  I am planning on finishing this into a gift bag.  That is of course once I learn how to sew =)  I'm hoping to learn before the end of the year!  To accomplish this goal I just ordered a sewing machine from QVC and can't wait until it arrives.  I really should have those shopping channels removed from my TV because they sure can get me into trouble...hehe. 

Create-A-Critter Magnets

I purchased this cartridge a few months ago and just love it!  These critters are soooo cute!!!  So I was thinking...what can I make?  Hmmm....so I came up with critter magnets!  I made these to sell at a recent craft fair and everyone just loved them. 

The Whale Magnet is approx. 4" x 4"

The Monkey Magnet is approx. 3" x 4"

The Fish Magnet is approx. 4" x 2.5"

The Bee magnet is approx. 2.5" x 3"

Can have either female (with pink cheeks) or male (without).

The Giraffe is approx. 2" x 4"

I'm sure I'll be making more critter magnets in the future!!  Remember...if you don't see what you like feel free to ask about custom making your favorite critter!

Post It Note Holders

I found a tutorial on line for these adorable post it not holders.  The tutorial can be found by clicking here.  The holders can be customised for any occasion or color preference and include

a 3" x 3" post it note pad.

Gift Card Holders

These gift card holders can be customized for any occasion.  Each gift card holder comes with a cute tag!

July 4th Candy Bar Sliders

I was inspired by a video I saw on YouTube which can be found by clicking here.  So I decided to create my own US Flag candy slider for the larger size hershey bars.  They were a hit at my parents fourth of July party this year!  Plus they are really quick and fun to make!

Altered Mini Composition Books

Inspired by a YouTube video I saw (which can be found by clicking here) I decided to try and alter some mini-composition books. These mini-composition books are 3” x 5” in size.

No matter which design or colors you choose I believe they are so much nicer than those plain marble covers! There are 2 options: Option 1-Ribbon runs from top to bottom which acts as a decorative embellishment (See above photo) Option 2- Ribbon runs from side to side and makes a bow closure around the book (See photo below).

Shaped Notebooks

Dinosaur

Apple

Dog

These were cut using the Cricut @ 5".  Each notebook contains 25 sheets of durable white cardstock and is held together with a 1" O-Ring.

Unicorn Cross-Stitch

This Unicorn Cross-Stitch is made on 14ct. White Aida Cloth.  DMC floss is used throughout.  The finished product is approx. 5" x 7".  The Design is by Deco Point Inc. (c) 1985 and was originally made for a latch hook kit.  I just made a few minor changes to customize it for a cross stitch project.

This is an upclose photo of the backside of the cross-stitch. 

All DMC colors can be changed to meet your needs!

Welcome

Hello and Welcome to my blog!  Thank you for taking the time to visit!  This is my first blog ever...so please be patient with me as I learn how to utilize the functions.  Any feedback would be greatly appreciated...especially when it comes to my crafts.  While viewing this site please keep in mind that most items are available for purchase and custom orders are ALWAYS welcome.  Just e-mail me at Nikki_D_CraftyCreations@hotmail.com for further information.  I look forward to hearing from you!