First finish of the new year

I could have used any colors in the world with the grey herringbone reindeer, but something drew me to soft, sweet, spring colors ... even though I worked on this project over the Christmas season.

I think I'll call it "Signs of Spring," or something to that effect.

The applique pieces are wool, and the background and border triangles are cotton. 

I embellished mostly with pearl cotton, yellow beads, a few buttons and some lace.

For the borders, I cut 2-inch squares and folded them over the edges.

Outside, someone else is patiently waiting for spring. Look at how he's starting to blend in with the tree trunks behind him. I wish he was ours, but he came with the house we're renting. I've grown quite attached to him.

Have a colorful day