More Christmas in July (with Teeth)

The Christmas Alligator Stitched

Yesterday's Christmas in July finishing links reminded me that I hadn't shown off my Jude Designs Christmas alligator yet. It came back from West Coast Finishing about two weeks ago but the heavy rains meant a good photo wasn't possible then. When the rain turned into HotandHumid, I took photos for you to see.   So without further ado, here is Needlepoint by Jude's "Santa Al."
http://www.spicyneedlepoint.com/Christmas_Halloween/default.htm 

Green Velvet Backing

Several people asked about the string of lights attached around the alligator and wrapped around his support pole. These are from the scrapbooking section of my local crafts emporium.   They are little plastic molded light bulbs on a string couched into position.  I sent West Coast Finishing the leftovers and they wrapped them around the support, too.
http://www.joann.com/jolee-s-by-you-holiday-lights/prd47670/

Pedestal with Sparkly Blue Ball to Match Ornament Hanging from Alligator's Tail

West Coast Finishing did a lovely job.  I requested something sturdy and masculine since this is a gift for my brother but otherwise let Sue Parsons do whatever she liked.  I think she did great!

Rickrack and Gold Trim on Edge-No Foofoo Ribbons for This Alligator!

This is the perfect present for the man who never decorates the Christmas tree due to the mess he makes, don't you think?  Hahaha

Many thanks to Sue.  You are the best!

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
@ Copyright 2013 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The SWAN's QE2 Toolbox

Stephanie's stitching SWAN group has met and this time Stephanie has photographed an amazing stitcher's toolbox with a Queen Elizabeth II Royal Jubilee theme.   The compartments fold out to reveal the tools the owner needs when she needs them, then become compact again for storage.
http://stephsstitching.blogspot.com/2013/07/incredible-tribute.html

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
@ Copyright 2013 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

For the Peacock Lovers

Enriched Stitched shows off a class piece and a customer's stitching, both peacock designs.  The peacock ginger jar is a design from Melissa Shirley, while the peacock among flowers is from Maggie.
http://astheneedleturns.com/masterpieces/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow
Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com
and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com
@ Copyright 2013 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.