Saturday, December 18, 2010

My 2010 Christmas Giveaway & My Newest Design

Happy Holidays! I’m so happy that you stopped by today! I must say, I was overwhelmed by the positive comments about my "Holiday Spirit" design. I can’t thank those of you that left a comment or sent an email enough for taking time to brighten my day and encourage my designing endeavor. {{{Hugs}}} to all of you!

I have a new Samplerbird Stitchery design that I’m excited to tell you about. Let me introduce you to…Merriest Christmas!

"Merriest Christmas!"
Designer: Samplerbird Stitchery
Stitched on 32 ct. Rue Green Zweigart Belfast linen with overdyed floss: Weeks Dye Works Snowflake and Holly, and Crescent Colors Cupid. Framed using a standard 5 x 7 frame purchased at Hobby Lobby.  
Three things inspired me to design this piece, the joyful feeling that this season brings to my heart, new fluffy snowflakes, and the look and feel of an old-fashioned type greeting card. After several transitional morphs, I found the “look” that I envisioned. I hope you like the results.

I combined my thoughts for a Christmas giveaway and my new design introduction and arrived at my, “2010 ‘Merriest Christmas’ Giveaway.”

"Merriest Christmas Giveaway winner will receive:
The “Merriest Christmas!” pattern.
A 10 x 12 piece of 32 ct. Rue Green linen.
And…three skeins of over-dyed floss to stitch this baby up!
The drawing will be conducted on Tuesday morning, December 21, 2010, at approximately 9:00 a.m. EST. To enter, simply comment on this post and tell me that you want to be included in the drawing. Please include your email address, if it isn’t on your profile, so I have some way to contact you for your address if your name is drawn. You must be a follower to win. The best of luck to all!

A couple of things before I sign off. First, I’m setting up an Etsy shop to sell my Samplerbird Stitchery designs, including “Merriest Christmas!” and I’ll post more about that in a few days. Secondly, I’ll be publishing my next complimentary chart, “Peace on Earth” here on my blog prior to New Year’s Eve. Stay tuned!

Thank you for stopping by my little corner of the world today. Take care, have some fun with needle and thread, and enjoy yourself!
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33 comments:

  1. gracieDecember 18, 2010 at 6:41 AM

    Your designs are lovely...good luck with your new Etsy shop. I would love to win your design, please enter me for your giveaway...

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  2. MelissaDecember 18, 2010 at 6:43 AM

    Very pretty chart! I'd love to be entered for it.

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  3. BonnieDecember 18, 2010 at 6:45 AM

    I would love to stitch up your new design.
    Please enter my name in your drawing.

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  4. ChrisDecember 18, 2010 at 7:04 AM

    Robin, the new design is great! the floss looks yummy :) Please enter me in the drawing
    Have a good weekend.

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  5. FayeDecember 18, 2010 at 7:19 AM

    Robin I definitely love your designs and enjoy stitching them up for myself and to give to others! This pattern is no exception....I would love to be included in your wonderful giveaway and will cross my finger!!

    Here's hoping you have a fantastic Christmas!!

    Faye

    lriggsbee@nc.rr.com

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  6. PikeDecember 18, 2010 at 8:05 AM

    I'll have to check your designs more closely: love "Merriest"! I'll become a follower and I'd love to be included!

    Pirjo from Finland
    pirjo.kallioniemi(at)yahoo.com

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  7. natalysneedleDecember 18, 2010 at 8:06 AM

    Your design is fantastic. So festive. I would love to be entered in your drawing.

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  8. CarolDecember 18, 2010 at 8:21 AM

    Hi Robin--I would love to have a chance to win your latest design... After all who doesn't want to have the Merriest Christmas?!

    Wishing you and your family a wonderful Christmas :)

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  9. UnknownDecember 18, 2010 at 8:33 AM

    That's so pretty! Please enter me! Thanks, Nancy D. in NY
    hedghogmom@aol.com

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  10. EricaDecember 18, 2010 at 8:42 AM

    That is just a lovely design!
    It is beautiful in its simplicity!
    I just love it!
    Please include me in your drawing!

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  11. BeritDecember 18, 2010 at 9:46 AM

    Wow, you're so fast, Robin! I'm still stitching my first model! :o

    Everything looks good, including the feline companion. ;)

    I'm going to sit this drawing out as I was blessed to win several in 2010 (including the lovely kit you passed on to me! :o)--have a merry christmas and looking forward to seeing your next design.

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  12. ShannonDecember 18, 2010 at 9:56 AM

    What a very pretty design! I would love to enter your drawing. :)

    Shana7426@aol.com

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  13. KttycatDecember 18, 2010 at 11:00 AM

    I'm a follower i'd love to be entered. It's a very pretty pattern.

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  14. MariaDecember 18, 2010 at 5:35 PM

    Lovely design!!Please I would like to be entered. Thank you so much for the chance.
    Greetings!!!

    mariaquell@gmail.com

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  15. MyraDecember 18, 2010 at 6:50 PM

    It is gorgeous Robin and I am especially thrilled to see a design that will go into a standard frame. I would love to have the "Merriest Christmas" :o)

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  16. Lisa VDecember 18, 2010 at 6:55 PM

    Such a lovely design, I would love to be included in your draw.
    Thank you and Merry Christmas
    LISA V

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  17. JanDecember 18, 2010 at 7:42 PM

    Please include me in your drawing. I love how pretty "Merriest Christmas" looks.

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  18. valerieDecember 18, 2010 at 8:23 PM

    Beautiful design Robin! I love old postcards and that vintage feel. Please include me in your draw. I'd love a chance. Thanks and Merry Christmas!

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  19. MeariDecember 18, 2010 at 8:26 PM

    Very pretty! Please include me in your drawing.

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  20. diamondcDecember 18, 2010 at 9:06 PM

    I just found your blog site I love the peace hope ornament I will stitch it this week and post a picture, please include me in your givaway, I look forward to your Etsy shop.
    Merry Christmas
    Catherine

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  21. Cindy's StitchingDecember 18, 2010 at 9:50 PM

    Please include me in the giveaway. Have a blessed christmas.

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  22. JenniferDecember 19, 2010 at 11:22 AM

    I love your new design! Please include me in your giveaway.

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  23. Mama JoanDecember 19, 2010 at 12:11 PM

    Very cute design. Please add me to your drawing.

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  24. H O L L YDecember 19, 2010 at 1:01 PM

    Very pretty! Please include me in your drawing. Thanks so much!

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  25. CatherineDecember 19, 2010 at 2:24 PM

    What a cute design!! I would love a chance to win this!

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  26. MelissaDecember 19, 2010 at 5:01 PM

    What a lovely design! I would love to be entered in your drawing. :)

    socalstitcher@gmail.com
    http://www.thedailymel.com

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  27. Mary HDecember 19, 2010 at 6:28 PM

    Hi Robin,
    I just discovered your blog today and what beautiful designs! Yes, please include me in your giveaway! I look forward to seeing your Etsy shop. Congratulations!!!

    Mary H
    opal@new.rr.com

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  28. AmyDecember 19, 2010 at 8:37 PM

    OH! I love it Robin! Please include me your wonderful drawing!

    I wish you & yours the "Merriest Christmas" ever!!

    Happy stitching,
    Amy

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  29. MaryDecember 19, 2010 at 10:54 PM

    Beautiful Christmas design - both elegant and classic! Please enter me into your giveaway and Merry Christmas!

    Mary in MN

    m_kaeding@hotmail.com

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  30. RikeDecember 20, 2010 at 3:45 AM

    Hi Robin,

    A wonderful design, please enter me in your giveaway!
    I hope you have a Very Merry Christmas!

    Rike

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  31. JoyDecember 20, 2010 at 7:37 AM

    Lovely new design...please enter me in the giveaway.

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  32. BronzemomDecember 20, 2010 at 4:18 PM

    I've just had the pleasure of discovering (and now following) your delightful blog!
    Please enter me in your giveaway -- I absolutely love this design!
    Merry Christmas!

    Terri
    bronzemom AT gmail DOT com

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  33. UnknownDecember 20, 2010 at 7:53 PM

    I'm so behind in my blog reading that I nearly missed your giveaway! So glad I caught it in time! I love designs that fit standard-sized frames! (I wish more designers took that into account.) Thank you!

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