Here is the pinkeep I made for the Legacy Quaker exchange. I just heard from the recipient yesterday, and it arrived safely, so I can share it now. The theme was sea and sand. I chose a "sand colored" linen in 40 count, and an overdyed floss. The flash has washed the color out a bit, but you will get the idea. I was quite pleased with how this one came out. I used matte board this time around. To simplify things, I used a bit of glue on the edges of the fabric, and glued it down to the matte board (I don't really like using glue, but it worked so much better for me than trying to sew it down). I used a fun fabric with shells on the back and did the same--glued the edges down. I then sewed the front and back pieces together and used a green satin ribbon around the outside edge. And finally I added the pins. I think this is just about the happiest I have been on finishing something (aside from my two scissor cases). I almost didn't want to give it away, but Joanne seemed happy with it, so I am glad! Even my husband was pretty impressed. Even though he says my stitching is nice, I could tell he was impressed this time around! Now I want to make one for myself. As soon as I get my Halloween projects finished (finished one last night--now just to finish my sweetbag), I plan on making on for myself!
I hope today to organize my stash--I bought two new plastic bins. I am not sure I will get to that as it is already halfway through the afternoon, and I have house stuff to do--ugh! I also plan on later scanning the BN freebie and seeing if I can email it to those who have requested it! If it doesn't work by emailing--I can copy it instead. Off to do chores now!