Hi gals, been keeping busy sewing more things for our church Fete in October. Lot of embroidery designs from Sweetpea, Kreative Kiwi, Cute, etc. There are also plain bags etc. with Christmas fabrics. I have yet to wash out the towels to remove the WSS, but will do so before the fete. Love Chris

I've always had an appreciation for your items and the pleasure of viewing them also. I've made many things to donate to raise money. One of my last things was an embroidered wall hanging. I supplied the fabric to a friend to embroidery outline birds from Emblibrary then I squared them up and did a techinque of quilting with batting and backing called 'the highway' or something like that. It was a lot of work and I told the committee to start the bids at $50. I said if it could not at least bring that much in, I wanted it back. It was an autumn winter theme but matched my stuff. Someone did buy it for $50 but no more bids--that was disheartened also for all the work. I pray all items bring in funds needed. Very very nice.

You are always so early, I just can't think of autumn let alone Christmas. We no longer have a sale, which used to be early december - which I considered a bit late. Maybe I should try to get one this year. Your goodies are quite inspiring!!

Beautiful presents Chris

Oh i just love towels yours are very nice hugs xx

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by pennifold 08 Jul 2023

Thanks so much Carolyn, my towel queen, love Chris

What a beautiful assortment for your fete, Chris. Your work is always impeccable!

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by pennifold 08 Jul 2023

Thanks so much Kim, I like to think that is the case! he he he, love Chris

Chris, I am impressed with your work!
What a terrific mix of beautiful items, everything looks so festive and absolutely desirable. Congratulation and Hugs - Roberta

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by pennifold 06 Jul 2023

Thanks Roberta, I have so much Christmas fabric, I think I'll be sewing it for years! Love Chris

Fantastic selection of Gits..Great work completed!!!

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by pennifold 06 Jul 2023

Thanks so much Sonja, hope they sell well. Love Chris

My gosh Chris....you are a super woman.....what a beautiful array of gifts!

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by pennifold 06 Jul 2023

Thanks Vicki, high praise coming from you my friend. I love seeing your designs. I am so glad i don't digitise, and leave it up to you gals. Love Chris

Chris, you are such a gifted, giving person. Your items are gorgeous and the workmanship is excellent. You almost have enough for a stall of your own!!! I hope that they are appreciated. When my daughter was in primary school, they had a fete to raise funds. I volunteered to make a crib quilt to be raffled. I painstakingly hand-embroidered the quilt with Candle wicked animals. Took many weeks to do. I arrived at the fete soon after it started and saw a lady walking towards her car with the quilt over her arm! I approached her as I was confused as to why it was not on display for raffling. I even supplied the raffle tickets! She told me that she had bought it for $15 at one of the stalls. I have still not recovered from the disappointment and shock. I paid way more than that just for the thread! I think I had to lie down and take a tablet!!!! But I guess that the school at least had $15 that they would not have had before. I think that only hand crafters can truly appreciate the time and effort as well as the value of hand-crafted items. But I wish you all the luck with your fete. Your church is lucky to have you.

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by pennifold 06 Jul 2023

Thanks Coral, what a let down re your quilt, I would have been livid! I know how much time, love, effort and thread of course goes into making quilts. Thanks for the compliment, love Chris

You have put me to shame. You have been so busy with such lovely projects.

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by pennifold 06 Jul 2023

Hi Sarah, it keeps me happy, but I'm getting a pain in the neck, I think it's "Arthur" rearing it's ugly head, he he he!!! Love Chris

What a great combination of items for the Fete. Your ambition is amazing! I need to get myself in gear, all of a sudden Christmas is just around the corner. Take care and sending love, Suzanna

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by pennifold 06 Jul 2023

Thanks Suzanna, it's great to get most of it out of the way early!! Thanks for your love, love Chris

What a beautiful Collection of items. They should sell well. Hugs

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by pennifold 03 Jul 2023

Hi Shirley, thanks, I love colourful fabrics and just LOVE Christmas things. Love Chris

Those are going to be so popular. Great job and selection. Love the fabric choices also.

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by pennifold 03 Jul 2023

Thanks so much worthy, Christmas fabrics are always so cheery. Love Chris

Beautiful stitching, Chris!! You are always so busy and these items will be so appreciated! Hugs to you, Laura

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by pennifold 03 Jul 2023

Hi Laura, keeps me sane. ❤️👵🏻

Great job Chris. I am sure you will have a sell out with all of the things you have made.

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by pennifold 03 Jul 2023

Hi dlinna I hope so. ❤️👵🏻🙏

Chris, these are all terrific, and such an impressive mix of items. You will make a good profit for your Church Fete.
Can you tell us the manufacturer (fabric line) of the Rose fabric you used for the tote bag? It’s lovely. Thanks.

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by pennifold 03 Jul 2023

Sorry I can’t. I e had pieces of it and don’t have the manufacturer’s name. ❤️👵🏻

Everything looks so nice, neat and well made. I recognize everything but the item in pink on the upper right hand corner. It has white in the middle. Please tell me what that is.

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by pennifold 03 Jul 2023

Hi Toogie it’s the handles on the bag! Love Chris

by toogie 03 Jul 2023

lol- I just now looked on my home pc and can see it better. Yes, that's what it is alright-lol
The red and white fabrics are SO pretty!

Oh my! You have been very busy indeed. You are amassing a beautiful collection of goodies for the Fete, which will very much be appreciated.

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by pennifold 03 Jul 2023

Thanks so much Karen, it's always fun to make things that one can use too! Love Chris

These presents are beautiful , I have no time to embroider for the moment, there are too much work in the garden.

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by pennifold 03 Jul 2023

I should be doing my garden too, but we have rain today and it’s getting a good soaking. Love Chris