settling in

Thanks to my mom's help on a recent visit, things are actually now hanging on the walls in our house.

Photo and prints all in black frames.

Mirror above the hall shelf. 

 Modified chalkboard which now holds spools of thread.

Embroidery hoops.

Noah's Ark crewelwork, finally framed (and first blogged about here).

P.S. My Etsy shop is back open! I'm hard at work making new quilts and things for the shop, and my new business partner, Anna, is hard at work listing everything. To celebrate, we're offering a coupon: use the code "FREESHIP" for free shipping through Sunday, February 12! 

noah's ark

During a recent thrifting excursion, I fell in love with this fluorescent crewelwork Noah's ark and snatched it up for the excellent price of $2.50.

Lovely giraffes set against a beautifully stitched green and blue roof.

Some friends for Curtis.

The stitching is pretty amazing (I love the clouds and the elephants!) and I now need to decide how to frame the piece. Stretcher or frame? Any tips or suggestions?