Last year I was fortunate enough to take a needle painting class from
Tanja Berlin who studied at the Royal School of Needlework at Hampton Court. I finished the pansy design which was our in-class project and I bought her
Iris kit as well.
I am getting the hang of all these split stitches and hope to finish the main stem this week and then start on the bud.
As I've posted before, we've been seeing a lot of the mule deer this winter. We've had a lot of snow and it's been bitterly cold and they are hungry. How could I not take a picture of this handsome buck Grant has dubbed Torn Ear as he stares at me through the window.
The bucks certainly are a sight to see.
We went for a walk on the ice in the afternoon and it was such a nice reprieve from the bitter cold we've been having.
Spotted these 3 bucks heading into the hills. Probably looking for the ladies and the rest of the herd.
You are lucky to participate in the class of T.Berlin. Will be a beautiful stitched picture.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing all those wonderful photos. We also have lots of snow now in Austria but no sun. I miss it so much, all is grey.
THe flower looks lovely & great pics too, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThe flowers are looking so lovely..very pretty pictures xxx
ReplyDeletethis looks like a beautiful project
ReplyDeleteI envy you taking a class with Tanja Berlin. The Iris Kit is coming along beautifully.
ReplyDeleteLove the shots of the bucks. Are you feeding the deer?
We took a walk on the lake yesterday, too. It was a bit breezy and was my first walk since my fall. Lovely to get some fresh air and a little exercise. Nice clouds. Stay warm.
This is going to be gorgeous, I already know! Can't wait to see it completed! You are amazing!
ReplyDeleteyour iris is coming along a treat Jenny.
ReplyDeleteLove the expression on the buck`s face as he watches you.
Your iris is going to be gorgeous ! Can't wait to see it finish !
ReplyDeleteLove your pictures !
Have a great day !
Anna
What a gorgeous project, I love iris blooms - I'm looking forward to seeing the colors you use! Those bucks are amazing - they have such beautiful faces. Great pictures!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful as is that handsome visitor looking in your window:)
ReplyDeleteHey girlie, getting caught up on my blog reading. Your iris is off to a beautiful start.
ReplyDeleteDeb
So many beautiful things to see here...the mule deer, your mama stitching, that little birdie. I'm enjoying my visit...Your iris is, indeed, off to a beautiful start!
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed rambling through your blog - great shots of the all animals and birds.
ReplyDeleteFox
Oh yes, your work is wonderful! : ))