I can't think of St Patrick's Day without thinking of my dad. He was Irish to the core, and believed in celebrating it! Not with bar hopping and carousing, but with family, friends, and good food!
This was a freebie design that I stitched way back in 2011.
Nil aon tintean mar do thintean fein translates to "No hearth like your own hearth", or "Home Sweet Home".
Stitched from a freebie found at http://www.gryphonsmoon.com/, although I do not think it is still available there.
I stitched it on 32ct Natural Irish linen with 4 skeins of DMC 935 (dark green).
I don't put much stock in New Year's resolutions, but this year I wanted to do some serious finishing! Originally I thought I might frame this, but now I am thinking maybe it would be better as a pillow. Let's hope this is the year I can get this one finished!
Right now, I am working on this little stitch from an old magazine.
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| The Gaelic Alphabet Sampler |
It called for 18 count Floba, and DMC perle, but I decided on32ct natural linen and variegated threads. I am using "Swamp Water" for the brown, and I am a little concerned that I won't have enough. I will have to order another I think.
This is what I have so far:
The verse is done one over one, so that may prove to be a challenge for my eyes. It translates to "My Sweet Home", another variation on the theme! I think I see a trend here!
Happy St. Pat's everybody! As my dad believed, life is too short, the little days in life need to be celebrated!
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3 comments:
What sweet memories of your dad. I like your wip; I don't think I could do 1 over 1 either. Have a great day!
Your Irish piece is a beauty, Erica. Your WIP is looking good. Hope you have a wonderful week.
That is a lovely finish and i am sure it will look great when frame.
Very good progress on the Sampler'
Have a wonderful week.
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