The Relaxing Qualities of Hand Stitching & Tatting

I still can't seem to find my "Christmas MoJo." 

No worries though...all is well and I listen to my favorite holiday music as I pack and pack. 
It's not as if I need to hurry...I'm just taking advantage of the time I have to "be prepared." 

I'm finding the easiest solution to my moving/holiday stress is "stitching n' tatting." 

I made this little burlap tag for a friend. 






So simple, and easy.


Lucy doesn't play into the whole holiday or moving stress thing...
maybe I could learn a thing or two from her. 

Or, maybe I just need one of those zen, peace collars with a
 jingle bell. 
:-)



Hope you are able to enjoy some stress free holiday activities! 

Blessings, 
Becca 

Comments

Lisa @ Fern Creek Cottage said…
I LOVE your tag! It is so pretty!! And your kitty is adorable!
December 17, 2011 at 6:54 PM
Diane said…
Love both of them
:)
December 18, 2011 at 3:37 AM
jackie said…
You mean like moving beds,getting the tree down from the loft, nagging and, not to be forgotten, shopping! I'm sure it will all be worth it eventually.
Thanks for reading my blog.
Happy tatting.
December 18, 2011 at 5:16 AM
TexWisGirl said…
i love your little tag. very sweet.
December 18, 2011 at 6:15 AM
Lorraine said…
Your tag is lovely Becca. Nice to be able to take your time with packing. I can see not much appears to disturb dear Lucy!
December 18, 2011 at 6:39 AM
Torunn said…
Lovely, Becca! You are so clever. And what a lovely cat, very beautiful.
December 18, 2011 at 7:31 AM
lilylovekin said…
Love what you did with the tag. Glad you are having such a peaceful season. The move will take care of itself and you will pack when the time is right-enjoy this time of peace.
December 18, 2011 at 8:04 AM
Gillian Olson said…
I love the cat picture, what a little cutie.
December 18, 2011 at 10:41 AM
Lorraine said…
what a brilliant tag love the textures of it and the tatting
December 18, 2011 at 10:58 AM
Catherine said…
I like the way that sweet Lucy thinks! :)
xo Catherine
December 18, 2011 at 6:06 PM
Anonymous said…
Oh my gosh ... is that the sweetest kitty picture, or what????

Good luck with the move.
December 18, 2011 at 7:47 PM
Unknown said…
Your little bag look wonderful.. Just your style.. And Lucy is so darn cute.

Hugs, Linda
December 19, 2011 at 12:39 AM
Justine said…
Look at that beautiful cat! This project looks amazing
December 19, 2011 at 1:21 AM
Lisa Graham said…
What a sweet and pretty creation you made for your friend Becca...you are inspiring me to give some thread and materials a go.

Lucy has my heart...what a sweetie kitty.
December 19, 2011 at 7:34 AM
Judy S. said…
Cute tatted flower, Becca! That Lucy has the right idea.....
December 19, 2011 at 8:34 AM
ELK said…
its so very special ..i am hold in it in my hand ... just made my day!!
December 19, 2011 at 2:21 PM
Tammy@T's Daily Treasures said…
Oh my gosh. I love Lucy's collar! :) And your little tag is so sweet! I don't have any holiday mojo this year. I didn't put up a tree, didn't decorate and haven't been listening to Christmas music. Oh! And I'm not buying presents. We have everything we need and I don't want to buy just for the sake of buying. Good luck with all the packing. Best wishes, Tammy
December 20, 2011 at 11:38 AM
Tammy@T's Daily Treasures said…
Happy belated birthday! Such a cutie at the piano. Linda's gifts are great! And that Lucy in the Christmas tree ... how can you not smile???!!!!! Happy day to you. Tammy
December 20, 2011 at 11:42 AM
Rosie Grey said…
How wonderful, Becca! I wish you a Merry Christmas! Enjoy the holidays with your family and friends!
December 20, 2011 at 12:04 PM
Anonymous said…
Sweet tag Becca, we all need to be more like Ms Lucy, lol. Merry Christmas. xox Corrine
December 20, 2011 at 2:08 PM
Lisa Gordon said…
Becca, that tag is just gorgeous, and I so love "Kitty's: collar!
Sending you wishes for a most beautiful Holiday.
December 21, 2011 at 9:52 AM
Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said…
Your creation is absolutely charming, Becca...I love it! And Lucy is too sweet! Merry Christmas, my friend!
December 23, 2011 at 11:11 PM
Cynthia Schelzig said…
lovely art and looook at the little darling all cozy and dreaming sweet dreams...adorable shot!!MERRY CHRISTMAS to you and yours...
December 25, 2011 at 2:44 AM
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