Thursday, March 28, 2013

Stitch Me Up Blog Hop ~~ Day 7 and My Turn



I cannot believe we are on day 7 already!
These days have just flown by!

Before I get to my work, I have a few Thank you's.


Thank you to Madame Samm for allowing me to be your cheerleader. 
Thank you to Colonial Needle for being our Sponsor.
Thank you to our designers, Debbie, Cyndi, and Madame Samm.
Thank you to our participants and to all of you who visit and comment.
This would not happen if not for all of you!


Thank you to our wonderful Sponsor
Colonial Needle who has supplied an amazing giveaway.



 All the details will be posted on Sew We Quilt.



Please remember to visit
Sew We Quilt
to see the day's top picks.
And visit the Pinterest Page for all the photo's and inspiration from this and all other hops.


Today's offerings!


THURSDAY MARCH 28th

Kristin @That Other Blog
Robin @That Other Blog
Jane's Fabric and Quilts
Dexterdays The WorldThrough Our Window
Sew Nicely 
thistle creek cottage
My Art, My So Called Life
Just Sew Sue
Co mne bavi...
life, quilts and a cat too
TeaTimeCreations
Read, quit, cook, pray
Cate's Linens
Shade Tree Quilting
Ladybug Dreams



When I first heard about this blog hop, I danced, skipped, squealed and even jumped through fire so Madame Samm would let me be the cheerleader.
I really gave her no choice!

But boy, did we get choices!
So many marvelous patterns for the making.
I loved them all but something melted in my heart when I saw Madame Samm's Wee Tots. I knew that was the on for me!

I also knew I wanted to try some new stitches. So a huge thank you to Mary Corbet for her wonderful videos.

I started with the little boy and tried my hand at the stem stitch. Hmm, I just could not get the hang of it.



Next I tried the little girl with the split stitch, nope not for me!



I ended up with my same old stitch, 
I just go up and down!

I think it is named the up/down stitch!



When my stitching was completed, I got out my scrap bins.



I then cut 2 1/2 inch squares and framed them around the stitchery.



Sewed my little squares together and framed my Wee Tots.



Here they are...







My little girl on the swing!




and the trio!


This is a work in progress. I plan on making many Wee Tots and turning this into a wall-hanging.
If you would like to stitch the little girl on the swing and other Wee Tots designed by Madame Samm, just visit her

Whew, you made it to the bottom! how about a reward?
Let's have a giveaway. 

For my giveaway, I would like to treat someone to all of Madame Samm's Wee Tots. Her whole collection!
What do you think?
Fun? right!

Just leave a comment and follow if you wish.
I will choose a winner Friday Night.

Thanks for your visit!




Posted by at

91 comments:

  1. busyascanbeMarch 28, 2013 at 12:51 AM

    Those are so cute! You did an amazing job.And your stitches look perfect!

    ReplyDelete
  2. lefuntzMarch 28, 2013 at 1:22 AM

    Don't give up on the stem stitch. It is such a fabulous looking stitch. All of your Wee Tots are adorable and I like the way you framed them. I love Madame Samm's designs and her Wee Tots are by far my favorite. Thank you for a chance to have them all.

    ReplyDelete
  3. lefuntzMarch 28, 2013 at 1:22 AM

    Don't give up on the stem stitch. It is such a fabulous looking stitch. All of your Wee Tots are adorable and I like the way you framed them. I love Madame Samm's designs and her Wee Tots are by far my favorite. Thank you for a chance to have them all.

    ReplyDelete
  4. CathiMarch 28, 2013 at 1:22 AM

    Your Wee Tots are absolutely adorable! I do follow your blog through Feedly.

    ReplyDelete
  5. Patty C.March 28, 2013 at 2:30 AM

    Lovely tots & a great giveaway- count me in! (I am a follower;)

    ReplyDelete
  6. SandyMayMarch 28, 2013 at 2:33 AM

    Totally cute! Love the designs.

    swalker287 (at) gmail (dot) com

    ReplyDelete
  7. AnitaSMarch 28, 2013 at 2:41 AM

    Your wee tots are so cute. All together will make an amazing quilt. I love them.

    ReplyDelete
  8. Britt-IngerMarch 28, 2013 at 2:47 AM

    I love your wee tots. They are so cute. Thanks for sharing and with company of some more it will be a wonderful quilt. Thanks for sharing

    ReplyDelete
  9. Just Sew SueMarch 28, 2013 at 3:25 AM

    How cute. I mainly using back stitch and if there are French knots I use hot fix rhinestones. :)

    ReplyDelete
  10. CatherineMarch 28, 2013 at 3:36 AM

    Jane, they all look good! Sometimes the stitches don`t agree with me either!

    ReplyDelete
  11. AlettaMarch 28, 2013 at 3:44 AM

    What a cuties! Thank you Jane for sharing these with us and thank you for putting so much work into this blog hop!

    ReplyDelete
  12. charlotteMarch 28, 2013 at 3:59 AM

    Jane, those are sew cute indeed. Love the one on the swing! That one is me as a wee tot. Your stitching looks great!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Sowing StitchesMarch 28, 2013 at 4:02 AM

    Jane, The 2 inch block border has certainly framed your stitching nicely. Your little friends are shining in the spotlight! Such a cheerful way to display your beautiful stitching! Thanks so much for sharing another delightful creative adventure! Beulah

    ReplyDelete
  14. FrederikaMarch 28, 2013 at 4:03 AM

    What a beauties. They are looking so pretty together. Love you stitching great job.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Frederika

    ReplyDelete
  15. JanaMarch 28, 2013 at 4:46 AM

    Thank you for sharing. All stitcheries look so lovely.

    ReplyDelete
  16. Teatime CreationsMarch 28, 2013 at 4:53 AM

    I love the way you are framing the Wee Tots.Tot on the swing is so cute.

    ReplyDelete
  17. PaulineMarch 28, 2013 at 5:16 AM

    Lovely work in progress!I adore your little tots, they are so cute! The red and green fabric makes is a bright and colorful project. Thanks for sharing!

    ReplyDelete
  18. Marla's CraftsMarch 28, 2013 at 5:19 AM

    They are really cute and to have more pattern would be so much fun. Thanks for having a give away. What a fun hop.

    ReplyDelete
  19. JeanieMarch 28, 2013 at 5:21 AM

    Whatever stitch you used, these are just darling! I love the green colorway as a change from the red. Great job and I can't wait to see what you do with your little tots! Thanks for your blogland work and thanks for the great giveaway!

    ReplyDelete
  20. Just Quilt ItMarch 28, 2013 at 5:47 AM

    Jane, These wee tots are adorable. I see nothing wrong with the stitching in any of your work. Lovely. Who wouldn't love to receive all of these patterns? Thanks for sharing and for cheering!

    ReplyDelete
  21. Judy Cooper Textile ArtistMarch 28, 2013 at 5:49 AM

    Nice job! Thanks for the giveaway.

    ReplyDelete
  22. Christine MMarch 28, 2013 at 5:56 AM

    Your wee tots are so cute Jane. I love them framed in squares in matching colours. Thanks for being such a great cheer leader!

    ReplyDelete
  23. MaraMarch 28, 2013 at 6:07 AM

    I'm loving the wee tots, I think all of your stitches turned out great!

    ReplyDelete
  24. Marjorie's Busy CornerMarch 28, 2013 at 6:36 AM

    Lots of nice work here...thanks for sharing

    ReplyDelete
  25. KarenMarch 28, 2013 at 6:42 AM

    Oh Jane, I know how you feel. I can ONLY do the stem stitch! I've tried the others but always go back to it.
    Love how you framed your wee tots.
    Thanks so much for your hard work organizing this hop.

    ReplyDelete
  26. vickiMarch 28, 2013 at 6:52 AM

    I thought you did a good job on the stem stitch and the split stitch..of course, I don't know how to do them, so I don't know if you are doing them right or not. lol But at least you tried and that counts for something! Thanks for cheering this hop and for the great giveaway. vickise at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  27. ValerieMarch 28, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    Aren't the wee tots fun?! I love the way you treat the borders with little squares. Quite a lot of work there but the effect is awesome. I'd love to try sewing them too! Who knows what my end product will be. Have fun finishing your projects. :)

    ReplyDelete
  28. BrendaMarch 28, 2013 at 7:26 AM

    Your wee tots are so cute! I love them all and the fabric colors with the thread are perfect. I am sew sad right now. I have been sick all week and made sure to get my post ready when home from work this week early. I set it up to post on its own and it did not. I just manually put it up. :( Missed all these wonderful hoppers this morning. Hope you will come back by.

    ReplyDelete
  29. BetsyMarch 28, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    Jane your work is beautiful. I love how you added the patchwork borders. I already follow u.

    ReplyDelete
  30. LoralynnMarch 28, 2013 at 7:28 AM

    Your blocks are charming! I didn't realize she had other wee tot's available, they are just too cute. Thanks for all your hard work making this such a wonderfully fun hop!

    ReplyDelete
  31. DiannMarch 28, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    Your Wee Tots are darling and you've been a great cheerleader!

    ReplyDelete
  32. PatMarch 28, 2013 at 7:37 AM

    Very cute!

    ReplyDelete
  33. Linda CMarch 28, 2013 at 7:41 AM

    This is going to be a perfectly charming piece in the end regardless of stitches you chose to accomplish it. THX for being such a great cheerleader this round.

    And thank you so much for the opportunity to not only participate myself but for the chance a a great giveaway. I wondered where you had gotten the tot on the swing and it all became clear, LOL

    ReplyDelete
  34. ThearicaMarch 28, 2013 at 7:49 AM

    I was an up and downer stitcher too but Mary Corbett's video of the stem stitch really helped me.. I still need to perfect it but it looks a far side better than I have been doing.

    Love your little Wee Tots!

    ReplyDelete
  35. BettyMarch 28, 2013 at 7:54 AM

    Your Wee tots are very cute, a set of these would make a lovely quilt for a child. Thanks for all your encouragement during this hop.

    ReplyDelete
  36. Carol SwiftMarch 28, 2013 at 7:54 AM

    You are too funny...up and down stitch works for me and it looks just fine. It took me a while to figure out the stem stitch and mine definitely doesn't look as good as some of those other hoppers, but it's getting easier. Your wee tots are so sweet and the stitching looks perfect to me. You've been a great cheerleader--thank you! :O)

    ReplyDelete
  37. TammyMarch 28, 2013 at 7:57 AM

    I am allready a follower. Your stitching is superb.... Thank you for the chance to participate in a great give away. Thank you for cheering us along on these hops. Madam Sams work is amazeing.

    ReplyDelete
  38. JuliaPMarch 28, 2013 at 8:04 AM

    Love your wee tots! There is something about them that tugs at your heart. Great start to your eventual wall hanging, especially like the green swinging wee tot.

    ReplyDelete
  39. lauraluvsloonsMarch 28, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    Great job Jane. Love the way they are framed. They'd be so cute hung on a child's bedroom wall.

    ReplyDelete
  40. CherMarch 28, 2013 at 8:11 AM

    adorable designs! who could resist stitching up those wonderful children? and love your quilt in progress idea...! very fun.

    ReplyDelete
  41. Needled MomMarch 28, 2013 at 8:16 AM

    Thanks for being a wonderful cheerleader. Your children are just darling and I love how you have framed them.

    ReplyDelete
  42. LindaMarch 28, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    Adorable! I love the colorful frames you put them in, too!

    ReplyDelete
  43. Linda ColemanMarch 28, 2013 at 8:24 AM

    Jane, I love your three wee ones, great choices of colours too for the fabrics on them. Thank you for all the work you've done on this hop for us.

    ReplyDelete
  44. Carrie P.March 28, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    Jane, I think you did a great job. They are really cute!

    ReplyDelete
  45. UnknownMarch 28, 2013 at 8:31 AM

    Ahhh they are adorable.....I am a fan of Madame Samm's little ones also. You did a wonderful job with them...very pretty

    ReplyDelete
  46. Deb@asimplelifequiltsMarch 28, 2013 at 8:32 AM

    Just adorable - so cute, bright & happy! I am so in love with just back stitch (up & down) that I'll use it forever.

    ReplyDelete
  47. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioMarch 28, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    They really look great with the patchwork borders.

    ReplyDelete
  48. SparkyMarch 28, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    I don't know what you are talking about Jane...all of your stitching looks perfect...I could not see one mishap...love the diff't colours with borders...Ohhhh I best get busy making more wee tots... YOU are just too funny..what a hop....lol

    ReplyDelete
  49. KathyMarch 28, 2013 at 9:16 AM

    Adorable "littles" as I like to call those little people! Your stitching is fantastic. Thank you for sharing.

    ReplyDelete
  50. krislovesfabricMarch 28, 2013 at 9:20 AM

    I love your rainbow stitcheries they are all beautiful...how could you stop at just 3? Thanks for cheering such a fun hop, it's been great seeing all the creativity even through the use of the same patterns.

    ReplyDelete
  51. apple blossomMarch 28, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    greenwork, redwork, pinkwork love the look nice job

    ReplyDelete
  52. UnknownMarch 28, 2013 at 9:31 AM

    Jane what a wonderful day of stitchers...they are all lovely and did you proud...

    ReplyDelete
  53. BrendaMarch 28, 2013 at 9:37 AM

    Very nice job! I love them!
    hulseybg at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  54. AnonymousMarch 28, 2013 at 9:38 AM

    Wow the Green Really Pops! I Love the Red too!
    I love the Borders you made! Thanks for the Giveaway!

    ReplyDelete
  55. Vicki HMarch 28, 2013 at 9:41 AM

    Your Wee Tots are going to make an awesome wall hanging. I would love on for my granddaughter.

    ReplyDelete
  56. GillMarch 28, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    I love your stitching Jane and the scrappy borders are just perfect!
    Thank you for sharing!

    ReplyDelete
  57. LisaMarch 28, 2013 at 9:56 AM

    I love your blocks and yes I would love to win!

    ReplyDelete
  58. Judy BMarch 28, 2013 at 10:09 AM

    Your wee tot stitcheries are fantastic! Stem stitch I can do, but the up and down, backstitch, no way. Thank you for being the cheerleader for this hop and the chance to win Madame Samm's sweet creations.

    ReplyDelete
  59. Amy CMarch 28, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    These are SO cute.
    I'm an email follower.
    campbellamyd at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  60. PattyMarch 28, 2013 at 10:36 AM

    I am a follower. I have to follow to see what you do next. Your Wee Tots are done so well. I love them. Thanks for the chance to win some.
    carrotcake55@sbcglobal.net(AKA Patty)

    ReplyDelete
  61. Dirt Road QuilterMarch 28, 2013 at 10:55 AM

    It's a given that those tots are darling, but your scrappy border just takes them over the top! They are so charming with your scrappy frame. Clever girl!

    ReplyDelete
  62. slackerMarch 28, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    I love the frames!!!

    ReplyDelete
  63. Kathy HMarch 28, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    I think your stitching all looked great. I really like how you bordered them too. I think I will have to start saving my scraps by color so I will have enough to border some blocks. I am a happy follower and love how your wall hanging is turning out.

    ReplyDelete
  64. BeverlyMarch 28, 2013 at 11:45 AM

    Your work is amazing. I think ALL your stitching was gorgeous. I loved your colors and your work. I love the patchwork frame. Good job!!!!

    ReplyDelete
  65. pinsandneedlesMarch 28, 2013 at 12:09 PM

    Beautiful stitching Jane! Madame Samm's wee tots are too cute! Thanks!

    ReplyDelete
  66. karen kMarch 28, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    Love those children! So cute. thanks.

    ReplyDelete
  67. JudyCinNCMarch 28, 2013 at 1:07 PM

    Now how did I know you would pick the "kids"? I immediately thought - these are sew Jane!!! Very nice, wonderful job. Judy C

    ReplyDelete
  68. Nancy PageMarch 28, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    Love what you have done here! Lovely blocks, bright and cheery! Great work, well done! These will make a great quilt!

    ReplyDelete
  69. Sharon DawnMarch 28, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    I think your stitches look wonderful!! The Tots are so cute and I love your borders! It will make a great wallhanging to brighten your days!

    ReplyDelete
  70. Sandie @ crazy'boutquiltsMarch 28, 2013 at 1:52 PM

    Wonderful job Jane! Your wee tots are so fun~ wouldn't it be a fun to stitch all of them into a baby quilt? :-) Is your up/down stitch a back stitch? That is my go-to stitch too, but I also tried lots of different ones in my wee tot. Thanks for a chance to win all the patterns!!

    ReplyDelete
  71. Kathy LMarch 28, 2013 at 2:07 PM

    I think your little kiddos look just great. Thanks for the chance to win.

    ReplyDelete
  72. LouMarch 28, 2013 at 2:29 PM

    Great job! Love that you are doing them in different colors:) what a cute project this will turn out to be:)

    ReplyDelete
  73. RobinMarch 28, 2013 at 3:01 PM

    Adorable!!! I really love the green one! What a fun color.

    ReplyDelete
  74. LesleyMarch 28, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    Jane, your stitcheries are wonderful! I love how you framed each tot with a different color..so fresh and full of fun! Can't wait to see how you complete this little work in progress!

    ReplyDelete
  75. LadyVMarch 28, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    I love your Wee Tots and how you've famed them. Great job!

    Vee

    ReplyDelete
  76. MarcyMarch 28, 2013 at 4:46 PM

    Pretty stitching and love the colors. The bright green is so nice for the boy.

    ReplyDelete
  77. RosaMarch 28, 2013 at 5:09 PM

    Those are pretty nice.Great job!!

    ReplyDelete
  78. tink's momMarch 28, 2013 at 5:37 PM

    Love what you did with the tots. Looking forward to the final piece. Great job.

    ReplyDelete
  79. Teresa QuiltsMarch 28, 2013 at 5:55 PM

    I love your wee tots and would love to have the set. You did a great job, and I love how you framed them. Enjoying this blog hop a lot!

    ReplyDelete
  80. Barb66March 28, 2013 at 6:16 PM

    Love your blocks, can't wait to see more. I really enjoy hand stitching and would love to win these patterns.

    ReplyDelete
  81. sandraMarch 28, 2013 at 6:50 PM

    How adorable and what a cute idea to frame them and make a wallhanging. Your stitching looks great to me.
    I am a happy follower and would love to try to embroider again after forty years . My grandson says I have shaky fingers.lol

    ReplyDelete
  82. SheilaMarch 28, 2013 at 7:49 PM

    Your stitching looks wonderful to me . These little tots are adorable , great job! I love embroidery and would love to win the patterns . Thanks for te chance and happy Easter .

    ReplyDelete
  83. LJMarch 28, 2013 at 9:19 PM

    All 3 of your Wee Tots turned out beautifully. I can't see that there was a problem with the first two - you're too hard on yourself. Love that you made the patchwork in the same color family for each pic. It's going to be wonderful when you've finished them all. Thanks for a great post and a well-run, fun hop.

    ReplyDelete
  84. MaryMarch 28, 2013 at 9:55 PM

    Jane, your stitching is darling. I love those wee tots! Cute,

    ReplyDelete
  85. AnitaMarch 28, 2013 at 10:15 PM

    Love your wee tots! Thanks or the giveaway! Ps I'm a follower :)

    ReplyDelete
  86. JennyMarch 28, 2013 at 10:36 PM

    cute children. I love how you did each child/border in a specific color!

    ReplyDelete
  87. JanetMarch 28, 2013 at 10:44 PM

    Your little tots are super cute. In the pictures your stem stitch and split stitch look quite perfect too! Thanks for a lovely giveaway.

    ReplyDelete
  88. MichelleMarch 28, 2013 at 10:48 PM

    Very cute! Even though you say the stitches aren't for you, you did a great job with them anyway!

    ReplyDelete
  89. MartinaMarch 29, 2013 at 4:49 AM

    Oh they are so cute and I love the scrappy borders. Will be a wonderful and lovely quilt!

    ReplyDelete
  90. GwenMarch 29, 2013 at 1:27 PM

    I didn't know Madame Samm had a Craftsy shop--I should have guessed! Thanks for the "heads up" I will definitely be visiting it. And your wee tots turned out beautifully, even if you were challenged by some of the stitches. Very well done!

    ReplyDelete
  91. Scrapbook-ChickADoodleApril 1, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    Your tots are sweet. Love how you finished them with coordinating fabrics. Congrats to the winner. I'm sure she will enjoy the wee tot collection.
    Thanks for all your hard work organizing this hop. You did a great job.

    ReplyDelete

I always love to hear your thoughts!

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)