Inspiration, Christmas Gifts and a New Project

We visited my SIL's in-laws for a July 4th picnic. I knew her MIL is a knitter, but I didn't know she did crewel work too. This stunning mirror greeted me when I went into their bathroom. She stitched this over 20 years ago. I fell in love with it.

Here is a close-up of one the corners. Someday I want to make a similar mirror for me.

Now that some of my swap packages have been received and opened, I can share a few of the projects I've been working on lately.

I participated in Stephanie's and Linda's Christmas in July swap.
Lurline was my partner.
I made her this table runner.

And this stocking.

Mrs. Martin hosted a Christmas in July swap too.
Vanessa was my partner.
This Santa became a Christmas ornament.

I also made her this table runner.

I'm still in a crocheting mode. I started crocheting a sweater for Mr. E. This is the first time I've crocheted clothing and so far I'm happy with it, even though this is just the back and I still have both fronts and both sleeves to make.

And speaking of Mr. E, he spent the weekend with us so mommy and daddy could celebrate their wedding anniversary. Yesterday we took him to an art and music festival in town. It was his first time in our stroller. He had a good time and showed it with wonderful smiles.
This week I need to work on pillowcases for Mr. E's day care. They paid for the supplies and I'm donating my time. I'm making ten 25" x 25" pillowcases with bright, happy, child prints. Should be lots of fun.

Sweet P