Penny Rug

Last January, I took a penny rug class at VGN.  It was a simple project, just wool applique done with blanket stitch.  I chose to do the St. Patrick's Day colors because I didn't know if I would have time to get it done in Valentine's Day colors.  Well, eleven months later, I've finally finished it.

I worked on this while I was waiting for my car to get new tires and brakes.  It was the perfect travel project since it didn't require a lot of light or magnification.  My stitching is far from perfect, but I decided that added to the folk art feel.  I think it is supposed to be a candle mat, but I'll probably use it as a coaster or trivet.

I have dozens of little VGN projects that are half way complete.  Not all of them would be good travel projects, though, and they generally get pushed aside because I'm more interested in other projects.  I should make a resolution to finish one a month, but I know I wouldn't keep it.  Here is my official apology to my kids, who one day will have to go through all the little bags of linen, beads, floss, half stitched projects and unfinished ornaments.

Linking up: http://www.supermomnocape.com/vintage-embroidery-monday-stitchery-link-party-88/