Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Great puzzle pcs.- and a win from MWO!

The puzzle pieces have arrived! How much fun to open the package and find all these special "Pieces of Friendship". These are from a fun swap that Pat Winter started. Everyone was to make four puzzle pieces using the prescribed puzzle shape. It was fun to do and to receive such great little works of art.





Pat Winters piece. Such tiny detail and fantastic stitching. Remember you can click on the photos for close up looks. But please don't judge the photographer!





Next is from Freda B. Now my photo really doesn't do this one justice. It is filled with bright sparkles and shimmering fabric. There is depth to this one too.







Next is from Alice Topp. What wonderful colors and beautiful stitching. Love the little face with the ribbon bow and pearls.







Last but certainly not least is from Laurie Walton! Such delicate workmanship. I can't believe the tiny, tiny little stitches. Look at the hole with the delicate webbing stitch filling it.

This was so much fun. I can't wait until Fall when we do it again. Thank you Pat!


Lastly I was thrilled to win The Mind Wide Open Challenge. I was up against some very talented people. Thank you to everyone who voted for me and to Gail for having such wonderful challenges. This image really "spoke to me". Everyone should check out her blog. (on the right side , there is a button).

16 comments:

Merry said...

Such talent...those pieces are stunning with all the small detail. Congratulations on winning, well deserved.

Snap said...

My goodness ... the puzzle pieces are amazing ... such tiny stitches ... beautiful ... would be hard to pick a favorite, but that little face is calling to me! :D Congratulations ... it's about time you won! :D :D :D

wendy said...

I can't believe all the talent! Those puzzle pieces are amazing! Where did the pattern come from? I would love to try one to see if I could even do it?! So glad you won!

Lorraine said...

Puzzle pieces look like fun. Congrats on your MWO win - have fun shopping!

Sea Gypsy said...

You are so right, I clicked and was amazed by the tiny details. I have always loved crazy quilts because of the handwork. I went and checked out your competition for the purse and yes you are the winner!!!!!!!! You did a beautiful job and yes it does go with my inspiration shoe.

The Feathered Nest said...

CONGRATULATIONS SHARON!!!! I'm so happy for you girl, your creation was truly beautiful ~ xxoo, Dawn

Talking Horses Arts said...

Congrats Sharon! I knew you would win..lol.
Wonderful pieces you are showing here...such detail....
Andrea.

Judy S. said...

Hello from Chicago! And congrats on winning the Challenge; your purse was truly stunning.

Monica said...

OH MY, Sharon! That is fabulous!!!
Congrats from Kim and me!!
Hugs,
Monicax.
P.S. Thank you for that sweet comment!!;)) I felt honored.

Unknown said...

YEAH! You won, and well deserved. Your purse is just so beautiful. Good job Sharon.

beth

Shelley said...

Yea Sharon!!! I'm so glad you won!!!!

Charmingdesigns said...

Oh Sharon...that was sooo funny about the wedding.lol. LOVE these puzzle pieces!! Laurie

Lynn said...

What a wonderful, wonderful swap, the puzzle pieces are amazing!!!! I just saw Pat's article in Somerset Studio showing how she does the bracelets, her work is awesome as your's is :)
Congrat's on winning MWO challenge too, your piece was stunning!

Nan said...

Hi Sharon..I'm glad you visited me today and even gladder (word?) that I visited you. I really love the puzzle pieces. I think that would be so much fun. I like working on small pieces very much. I would like to see your puzzle piece...did you post it??

Nan said...

i found your puzzle pieces...it was right there. I am running on SLOW today! Anyway they are beautiful. The one in the middle has my favorite colors in it but they are all so pretty and delicate!

Marva Plummer-Bruno said...

Oh how fun the puzzle pieces are! I love your little purse, it's gorgeous! Thanks for stopping by my blog - yes the weeds are still growing!!! Even though I pulled 2 huge bags! With a sketch break in between... :D Marva