253107Grieving is a long process, I'm glad that you have re-started with this lovely bag, it is beautifully done and I love it.
Hugs, Lidia
78093The little purse is sew cute. 'Pickle Pie Designs', a very unusual name for an embroidery site; bet there is a story behind that one. It's alright to miss your little friend. He's living in your heart and would be very sad if you don't do some of your favorite things. It sill just take a little time to get back in the swing of things. Take care hugs and **** 4 U
35301I know you do your own designs but Advanced Embroidery Designs has the most realistic photo stitch dog breeds I did one for myself-put it on a pillow- after we had to put down our schnauzer and it looks just like him, a wonderful reminder of a wonderful friend. Several oters have asked me to make sometikng with "their" dog on it.they have a sale on right now.
8228There is no time limit on how long a person grieves the loss of a family member. Don't feel guilty about the time it takes for you to get your energy back. It is hard to recover from such a loss. Your little purse is darlilng! One of these days I want to try to make one.
by airyfairy
23 Jul 2015
You must try one Penny. Just follow the instructions word for word. Good luck
3364065927This is beautiful. Losing a loved one 2 or 4 legged is very difficult to say the least. My German Shepard was put down 2 years ago. Miss her like crazy. But, I know she is watching over us and helping me with my rescue dog I now have. Just know she is with you in spirit. God Bless.
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86901good job! love the design!
know how you feel to get stitching - I get into a slump every once in a while and it takesa bit to get out.
38558Very nice, Sarah...so glad you have started stitching again...
by airyfairy
23 Jul 2015
Thank you Kim. I was actually dreading starting again but so pleased that I got going. I have been asked to embroider some tea towels for a retirement home, so that will keep me busy.
314109So sorry that you are struggling and in a little bit of a slump. I can relate. My husband was in a horrific accident on 03 July and is now home recuperating. I have tried so many times to create something. Today is the first day that I have embroidered something that I have all intentions of making into a bag for one of the absolute best doctors I met at the hospital. It's almost finished but yet, here I am again, sitting. I really like your little zippered bag. The turquoise/blue thread looks great on the brown fabric. I hope that you will find each day a little easier to cope with the loss of your sweet little pup. Your post has given me inspiration, thank you.
by Leaha
22 Jul 2015
Sorry about your husbands accident, hope he is getting better everyday. It's a shock to your system as well as his; prayers for both of you.
by airyfairy
23 Jul 2015
I am so terribly sorry about your husband's accident. I have also found that one has to keep busy. I wish your husband a speedy recovery
4475It's very pretty Sarah. Sewing and embroidery are also an escape for me when it arrives sadness or stress in my life.
Hugs, Céline
3942Cute gift for your friend. Stitching gets me through lots of tough times, so I hope it does for you as well. - Sharon
9752So glad you are getting back into the swing of things, Sarah, I don't know what I would do if not for this craft......have been pulled through lots of sadness by creating....
261161It is lovely Sarah. I am glad you found the confidence to get sewing again. It really is lovely.
57620Well done Sarah, sewing for me is great therapy even if I mess it up it keeps me busy doing something I enjoy so it takes your mind off of your loss for a wee bit. ~hugs & prayers for you during this oh so very sad time~
299557It is very nice and the waterproof lining is a great addition to a lovely bag.
22592Wonderful piece. I have a gift to stitch and have been so busy with flood and other things, I can empathize. This piece looks great!
by airyfairy
22 Jul 2015
I hope the floods are a thing of the past and that you can also get on stitching
173580It's so pretty Sarah and I know how you have been feeling. I pray that this will give you the impetus to get sewing again. Love Chris
234254It's so pretty! How could your friend not be pleased?
158553The zip bag is lovely. Your friend will be thrilled to have it. I'm so sorry to hear about your dog. Pets are just like human members of the family and their passing does take a toll on you.
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