Apples of Gold Pillowcase

This pillowcase set was actually made with gold and silver floss. That was an adventure. It took me a few tries to keep the distance between stitches even and to keep the thread from tangling. However, the final result is, as you can see, fabulous! I used regular floss for the leaves and stems and highlighted it with the gold so that you get the illusion that they sparkle too. This was inspired by a verse in Proverbs where it speaks of "A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver." (Proverbs 25:11)

For a Homey Country Quilt 2

Here it is! This pillowcase was a breeze to work on. Satin stitch is my favorite, and for this pillowcase I made it a padded satin stitch, so I got to do it twice. ;) I loved working on it and watching the leaves fall from the trees. It was nice to be cosy inside. :)
This pillowcase was a gift, and it was meant to go with a gorgeous blue and green country quilt. I thought that adding the subtle accent of the white flowers (a technique called candle-wicking) picked up on that homey vibe.
I am so grateful that the Lord has given me many opportunities to share my gifts with others! I pray that they are a blessing.