December 10, 2008

First off, I'm sure your ears are telling you I've added a playlist to my blog. My favorite Christmas movie is White Christmas. I have it and Holiday Inn on DVD. I watch both of them throughout the year. Uncle Wes just shakes his head when he hears them. I love Bing Crosby's voice and his version of White Christmas is my favorite carol.

That being said, if you don't care to listen to my choices as you read, please feel free to push the pause button. You'll find the playlist on the sidebar just below the Quote of the Day.

May I suggest, though, that if you want a laugh, please listen to Dominick the Donkey. I heard this on a Philadelphia radio station while I was visiting my mom and almost had to pull the truck over, I was laughing so much. It's a riot! I was even on the radio the last time I was up there, requesting the DJ play it for Mom.

If you're more into hymns, O Holy Night is one of my favorites and I've included Perry Como's version. I also chose a song by Garth Brooks, Belleau Wood, because it brings tears to my eyes each time I hear it. It's the true story of the Christmas Day Truce during WWI. It's just a gorgeous song in my opinion. I hope you enjoy my selections.


Yes, so I've gone on long enough about the songs. Here's Day 10 of the Advent Exchange. Amy sent this chart pack of gorgeous smalls. It's Blue Ribbon Designs' My Precious Treasures and includes charts and finishing instructions for the Shaker box lid, scissor fob, pinkeep, needlebook, scissor case, and sweet bag. Look at all those purples! I love it!!

Still no stitching today, but keep the positive thoughts winging my way. I'll get back to it eventually.

Ready for more freebies?

I saw this one posted to a Yahoo group today, but it reminded me of its existence. Michaels has tons of freebies on their site! These are just the cross stitch designs: http://www.michaels.com/art/online/projectlist?categoryid=30

Or you can go to www.michaels.com, choose your craft (scrapbooking, yarn & needlework, etc.) and then use the "Find Great Ideas" drop-down menu for even more projects!

Need more biscornu patterns? You can find some here, along with many other designs:
http://www.cross-stitch-directory.com/