pink dogwood needlebook

Because my last needlebook turned into an iPod case, I decided to try again. 

This one gave me a run for my money, I tell ya.  You can't tell from looking at it, but I hemmed and hawed over this simple cover design for longer than I care to admit.  I kept trying to embellish it - more embroidery, maybe some beads, or a few buttons ... an endless parade of bits and bobs from my cupbard.  Boy can I make a mess in a hurry when I get into these sorts of moods.

But I couldn't find anything that made it look b.e.t.t.er.  So I forced myself to just sit on my hands for a while and pretend it was perfect the way it was.  Sometimes I can play mind games with myself. 

Funny thing about playing mind games with yourself ... you always win. ;)

Comments

[Chris Porter]

Love it - love it - love it!!! Easter blessings, Chris xx

[Karin]

Adorable. I think it's perfect just the way it is. No mind tricks needed :-)

[Alexia]

This is sooo lovely!!! just like every little thing you make! 😊 You're so gifted and talented!! I love your style.

[Lisa Mortell]

Would you mind sharing the name of that fabric you have in your post. I love it. lisa lisaursino@msn.com

[Joan]

It's beautiful! Love all the embellishments.

[Karen]

So very pretty, love it
Karen x

[Pat S]

Your needlebook is beautiful - with the perfect amount of embellishment! I, too, would love to know the name of the fabric from which you cut the desk lamp, words, and basket. I love it and thank you!

[Courtenay Hughes]

You do such beautiful work- thank you for sharing!

[Hildy]

It's so, so beautiful! The japanese fabric (Yuwa?) is adorable!!!

[Dawn H]

I love it exactly the way it is! I also would love to know the name of the "desk lamp" fabric and where you got it. It's adorable!

[Lisa McGriff]

I'm with everyone else here, what is the name of that fabric or where can we get some! LOVE it!

[Cecilia]

That is darling! What is the name of the fabric line with all the household items? I really love it!

[Karen @ Pieces of Contentment]

It looks wonderful! Where do you source the gorgeous little floss cards?

[Karen at A Glimpse Into My Reveries]

Very sweet! I think you made good decisions on just the right amount of embellishment!
You pick out the sweetest fabrics and then DO things with them. I see them, and I think, what would I ever use it for!

[Liz N.]

Just.too.cute!!

[Cheryl]

So very sweet and practical. I know you will love using it!!
Cheryl

[Heather (mtl)]

Oh, this is full of the sweetest ideas - LOVE it! Your choices are always spot on and now I have a 'funner' project for mobile moments. It seems we all are in love with this adorable fabric... hint, hint. The idea of wee bits of interest can often be better than a large focal point, a lesson I learned from you.
Oh, and Happy Easter!

[Patricia M.]

YES! Please post where that fabric came from!

[Bonnie Nyquist]

This is one sweet project! I love every little detail you have done. I like the embroidery on the front especially, I would never think of that! This is one adorable needlebook. You never cease to amaze us!!! Happy Easter!

[A Little Blue Dragonfly]

LOVE it! The embroidery is perfect. And what is that adorable fabric???!!!!

[Barb]

Hi Kristyne, I guess others may have asked already, but could you please do either a tutorial, or just basic instructions on how you make all the wonderful, delicious creations we all want to copy?!!!

[Karen K]

As always your work is gorgeous!! Love how delicate it looks but very practical. I, too, would love to know the fabric you used. It is perfect for adding little touches of charm.

[Kathleen]

You are blessed with wonderful creativity! It's just lovely.
Happy Easter!

[Laura]

Like many of the others, I'd love to know about that darling fabric. I love looking at your blog. You are creative and everything is so pretty! Thank you for sharing!

[Mary]

Please let us know where the adorable fabric came from. Happy happy Easter!

[Bari Jo]

Love it! Would love to find some fabric like that, too! Can you share your source? :O)

[Sandie @ crazy'boutquilts]

its adorable! I'm so glad you won that mind battle! ;-)

[Sue]

LOVE it!

[Saysie]

So adorably beautiful! You have such a talent! x

[Sue]

So so P.R.E.T.T.Y. beyond words! Like everyone else, I would love to know the name of that adorable fabric with the lampshade, basket, cuppa, cake etc!!

[Cassie Schlais]

Love this sweet "Little book" (needle cover :) Please, oh please provide the name of the fabric with all the sweet little pictures! Happy Easter to you and yours!

[PendleStitches]

So pretty. I too would love to know where you sourced the fabric and floss cards, if you don't mind sharing.

[Diane Martin]

I also would like to have the fabric information. And have you thought of offering things for sale on Etsy, items, patterns, etc. as your work is exquisite.

[Tina in Nevada]

How Pretty!!! I always love seeing what you make - it's always just so pretty and feminine! I don't know how you do it, but I love your creativity!!

[TessieQ]

Having just found your blog this week, I've spent a lot of time here already. I admire your style and the projects you've shown us. This one is no exception. Simply charming. Thanks for sharing! Now I'm inspired to make another needle book! And--yes, please!--where did you find that fabric?

[ina]

i love it! another beautiful piece! ;p

[Dawn]

Hi Kristyne, there is some fabric available here.
http://www.cottonslinens.com/pd.php?id=1186
think this is the one, I have bought from these people before..hope this helps some ladies.
hugs x

[TessieQ]

Thanks, Dawn, for find the fabric for us. But...yikes! At $25.00 a meter plus shipping from somewhere in...Japan, is it?...it's way out of my budget range!

[Meredithe]

It's gorgeous - so pretty!

[marianne]

please share where one can purchase this lovely pictorial fabric
thank you i love your work!!