Stitch Pink

2011-11-07T08:06:00.004-06:00

"I'm Gonna Love You Through It" - Martina McBride

2011-08-30T20:43:00.002-05:00

What a beautiful message... Love - will get you through it. Take a moment to watch, grab the kleenex first.

Might want to click the link to see the full screen version - video on Youtube

Survivin’ and Thrivin’ !

2011-06-05T12:13:00.001-05:00

I Can Survive!

This week marks the 18th anniversary of my diagnosis of Breast Cancer. I was 38 years old, married (quite unhappily) with a son 7 and a daughter just turned 5. I had discovered my lump myself in the shower a couple of months prior, right before a professional conference that took me to the Pacific Northwest. During that trip, I took some much-needed time to consider what the future may hold. Would I not see my children grow up, would I leave this earth with regrets about staying in a bad marriage? How would I live out what remained of my life? 18 years later, I look back on those six months of surgery, chemo, and radiation as a horrific trial I wish on no one.

I have been single now for 13 years. My children are grown and on their own. I have come to appreciate life with a deep conviction only those who have stared into the abyss can know.

Diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer have come a long day since 1993. Some day I know we will have a cure.

In a meantime, I try to bring comfort to those newly diagnosed with cancer, and pray for those going through treatment.

I stitched up this little pillow over the weekend to mark my anniversary!

Happy Stitching,
Pam

Ranunculus Hand Dyed Threads

2010-10-08T01:50:00.005-05:00

Its been a long while I have not updated anything pink here.

I happened to come to this photo by one of my daily read, Bloom, and I knew right away that it would make a great HDT.

The new HDT has been listed in my Etsy shop and I hope to update you with a doily that am currently working on using this HDT. Its working up very nicely.

C is For Cure

2010-10-05T15:14:00.000-05:00

Design: C is for Cure
Designer: Lizzie Kate
Fabric: 14ct Baby Pink Aida
Fibers: Six Strand Sweets
Time: 4 Hours
Date: 10/5/10
Stitched by: Meari

New Breast Cancer Freebie :o)

2010-10-04T18:49:00.001-05:00

I'm not sure if you're aware but By The Bay NeedleArt has a new breast cancer freebie up on her Blog :o) Thank you Donna!

6 Breast Cancer Ornaments

2010-09-16T22:31:00.003-05:00

These six breast cancer ornaments were stitched by friends, Janice B., Shiela F. Trudy E., Barb B. and Laurie D. and finished by me for our Stitching for a Cure project.

They will be sold for $10 a piece at our Relay For Life fundraiser this Saturday. Keep your fingers crossed we raise lots of money for Relay with all of our stitching projects!

Kim said to post it!

2010-09-06T23:33:00.003-05:00

Well, here is my second C is for Cure. I really like it. I used the colors I had used on LK Chicks Rule. I still have to put the trim on it, but thought you would like to see a pic.
And for those of you who didn't see the previous post, it is a freebie from Just Cross Stitch Magazine.
So like Kim said, hop over there, print it off, stitch it up and show it off!

C is for Cure

2010-09-06T23:12:00.006-05:00

If you havent checked it out - the Just Cross Stitch website is offering the freebie from Lizzie Kate, called "C is for Cure". How appropiate with October just around the corner.

So.. wait.. did I see that as a FREEBIE. Yes its a freebie. Free as is... no need to buy the magazine, no need to seek it out at the local bookstore (even though Im sure they would appreciate it), but all it will cost you is a piece of paper and the ink. Cause Im sure you all have the extra fabric and threads to stitch it up.. cause thats why we have a stash. So stitch it up, once, twice, three times or more! And when you do.. post it here!

Go here to download the pdf file - C is for Cure

Come October, we will see how many of us that really care about kicking breast cancer in the butt!

So, go ahead, stitch it up, and post it right here on Stitch Pink. Spread the word, get the news out there... and lets make an awareness of Stitch Pink, and this wonderful freebie from Lizzie Kate.

Psst ... Im working on offering prizes for a contest that I have in mind.. if you would like to donate.. please contact me @ stitchpink@gmail.com

2 finishes

2010-09-01T18:53:00.003-05:00

I did the Just Cross Stitch Magazine (Lizzie Kate) freebie. I think it is really cute. I did it on Strawberry Milkshake Silkweaver Lugana (28 count).
And I had several friends in MD stitch this blackwork design for my Stitching for a Cure project. They asked that I do the finishing for them. Here is one of them that breast cancer survivor Janice did:

DMC Stitch Pink Kit

2010-08-25T13:15:00.003-05:00

I don't know if everyone has seen this kit yet or not but if you haven't, here's a picture -

I think this is a great idea but...you can only buy it if you live in the US :o( They are available through DMC or Jo-Ann Fabrics. Is there anyone that would be willing to pick one up for me? I'd really appreciate it and can pay you through Pay Pal. My email address can be found through my Blog Profile. Thank you :o)

EDIT***I have found someone that will help me! Thank you for all your help :o)

New pattern

2010-08-21T20:16:00.002-05:00

Just Cross Stitch magazine, Sept./Oct. issue has a new Lizzie Kate pattern. It is in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month in October and is called C is for cure!
Now here is the fun part: They have the pattern for free on their website! Click on Just Cross Stitch and go to free patterns.
It is stitched on Baby Lotion Pink Lugana. I am stitching it on a brighter pink Silkweaver fabric. But either way you stitch it, the pattern is really cute!
I encourage you to pick up a copy of the magazine if you can because they have a lot of cute stuff in there this issue. But if you can't, be sure to hop over to their website and get your free copy of C is for Cure!

Volunteers Needed

2010-07-12T15:35:00.000-05:00

A couple weeks ago, I saw that Donna at Stitching for a Cure needed some volunteers to stitch ornaments to be given as gifts to the Relay for Life volunteers. I decided to help out since I've been wanting to do something for a while. Last I knew, Donna still needed a few more ornaments so if you want to help out, I know she'd be grateful. You don't even have to finish it if you don't want to... She will do it, if you do the stitching. Go ahead, go for it! :)

I finished the stitching in a few hours. Now all I have left is some beading and construction of the ornie itself.

The floss looks red but it's really a dark pink

Anyone in the State of Washington?

2010-03-26T00:05:00.002-05:00

Mainly in the Everett, WA area.. please contact me, and I will share more info with you.

To whom it may concern:

I am hoping to get some more information about you and stitch pink via phone. I am Chris Kelley and I work for the Everett AquaSox Professional baseball team. We are the Minor League affiliate for the Seattle Mariners and will be holding two events that I feel would be right in line with what you all do to increase awareness about breast cancer and using stitching to do so. The First is our Inaugural Stitch’n Pitch night at the ballpark and the second is our Pink in the park celebration. I would like to discuss this and get information to whomever might be able to get me in to contact with someone in the state of Washington.

Thank you for any help.

-Chris

Flower of Courage

2009-10-15T12:53:00.000-05:00

Hello Everyone,

If you will stop by my blog you will see I have a contest going on for a retired kit by Wild-Heart Designs called Flower of Courage. Everyone is encouraged to join.
Hugs,
Carolyn
http://www.takingonestitchatatime.blogspot.com

giveaway

2009-10-08T09:53:00.003-05:00

Jennifer
who blogs at
Feathers in the Nest

has a giveaway
on her blog

See her
post:

October Give-A-Way Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast Cancer Awareness Pillow

2009-09-23T13:02:00.001-05:00

A freebie design by Caroline Hofstede of Cosmic Handmade, stitched on 28c jobelan in baby pink, with the recommended DMC threads, finished as a pillow and edged with metallic pink seed beads.

Hugs & Stitches

Elisa x

Too shock to think of anything else

2009-08-28T03:21:00.006-05:00

I am not good in my social life. I am a person who is of at the moment type. I don't make good conversations and usually I like to listen to the others. I can't speak impromptu but I'm great online.

Just found out that one of my err, long time friend which I was the one who made her decide to join me in the same company, was confirmed that she has cancer.

I knew her through when one member called for us locals to meet up. She was one of the first few who I became acquainted. She introduced me to books and authors that I would not have found on my own. She was a very jolly person to be with and she has led a full life in her very young (30 plus) life.

In my own capacity, I have decided to make her a simple, quick disappearing 9-patch summer quilt. I am targeting to complete it by end of September.

Time and tide waits for no man and this time, its ring loud and clear.

Paint It Pink!

2009-08-23T14:51:00.003-05:00

Avon Canada has started a new campaign called Paint It Pink. Upload your own photo or vote for one already there. Avon will then donate $2 per vote to breast cancer organizations across Canada!

I've uploaded two of my photos and I'd love it if you voted for them :o) Please click on this link or this one.

So Paint It Pink and pass it on :o)

Knitting Needle Donation

2009-07-28T22:33:00.001-05:00

I am not a knitter, but I came across these Denise Interchangeable Knitting Needles at my LNS. Purchase the Breast Cancer needles and Denise donates the profits. Amazingly, over $100,000 has been donated since July 1st. That's incredible! You may not knit, but someone you know may and here's another valuable chance to get involved.

Pass the word.

'So You Think You Can Dance': A Tribute to Breast Cancer Fighters

2009-07-23T21:02:00.002-05:00

For those that missed the performance last night --

'SYTYCD' Top 8: Melissa & Ade's Contemporary Performance @ Y! TV

Tour For The Cure

2009-05-15T21:10:00.001-05:00

For those living in Atlantic Canada, check out Tour For The Cure and find out when the bus will be visiting your location :o)

Notes of different colors

2009-05-02T08:40:00.004-05:00

I have been busy dyeing threads and my most recent experiment, dyeing fat quarters. With these pieces, I am planning to make a pinwheel quilt. So far I have just done three pieces. Check it out for the full detail.

Zarina

Hello, Everyone!

2009-04-30T20:15:00.011-05:00

This is my first posting as a member. My computer has been in the repair shop for several weeks and I decided to write before it goes back out again.

As a member of the 2009 Christmas Challenge, I have been stitching ornaments using my star designs that I am creating for The Americana Stars Memorial, a 9/11 remembrance wall piece that will be over 200 feet when completed, all hand cross stitched. I used one of my designs for a Stitch Pink star. I hope you like it.

When my computer is finally fixed, I will make the design available in .pdf form for anyone who would like it. Please check my blog for an update and a link to the layout to come.

Kim, thank you for a lovely site. It is one of the BEST!

It is my pleasure to contribute in memory of my cousin, Andrea, and her mother, Gloria, who both passed from breast cancer.

PLC finished

2009-04-25T18:04:00.002-05:00

I stitched Peace, Love and A Cure a while back and finally got it finished into this gorgeous pillow thanks to Vonna aka The Twisted Stitcher.

The Twisted Stitcher

Click for a Cure!

2009-04-20T10:57:00.002-05:00

During the month of April the Breast Cancer site (in addition to funding mammograms) will donate $10,000 for research if clicks on the site total 200 mammograms. As of this posting they are at 59% of their goal with only 10 days left! Please go there every day and click. Tell your friends and family! During these times it's hard for any of us to donate money so this is a wonderful way to help out. It costs you nothing but a few seconds of your time! You can click 1 time per day. I also have a link on my blog. Please continue to click even after April to help fund mammograms.
While you are there, please also click on the other tabs at the top and then on the button to help literacy, the hungry, animals shelters, etc.

Hugs, Elaine

"Barb's" Needle Nanny

2009-03-03T22:30:00.005-06:00

I'm sure this needle minder has been posted numerous times in the past, but I'm assuming it can never get too old to see more than once. I purchased the Needle Nanny by Twisted Oaks Designs a couple years ago. I bought it so I could contribute to breast cancer research AND because my mother-in-law, Barbara, died from breast cancer on June 1, 2006; 11 months after I married her son and after 6 years of friendship. I stitched this shortly after she passed, but put it aside for various reasons...life, kids, work, the normal stuff that gets in our way. Just the other day I sat down and assembled it. Not because I "need" a needle minder, but because I owe it to Barb. Besides, it was because of her and millions of others that I added it to my stash. I enjoyed putting this together and I thought of my friend while doing so. Thanks for letting me share this tribute!

A new ornament

2009-02-22T22:14:00.002-06:00

Here is another ornament for my stitching for a cure project. It is the freebie Breast Cancer Awareness 2007 (the middle of the pattern). I stitched it on an overdyed fabric called Pink Raspberry with Hyacinth GAST. In the very center I put a sterling silver charm. I finished the back with pink ribbon fabric and some rhinestone trim. Hope you like!

Pink Tatted Heart

2009-02-21T18:54:00.002-06:00

I designed and tatted this heart last March before I found out I had breast cancer in May. I don't know why it hasn't occurred to me before now to post it for you. I have been so blessed. I had a lumpectomy and they are checking me every 3 months. If only every woman in the world had access to early detection and WOULD MAKE AND KEEP THEIR APPOINTMENTS!

Okay no more preaching. I just wanted to share this heart with you. If any of you tat, you can find the pattern here. If you do tat it, I'd love to see pictures.

Stitching For A Cure ornament

2009-02-14T15:20:00.002-06:00

I have finished stitching 2 ornaments for my Stitching for a Cure project. Thought you would like to see them. Pretty in pink I think!

Biscornu!

2009-01-30T11:08:00.003-06:00

I'v made this biscornu for my mother. She was diagnost breast cancer on both sides in 2007 (just before Christmas). And she is a survivor!!!!!

The back says: "voor mijn moeder" "for my mother".

I love you mom!

PLC

2009-01-25T19:17:00.003-06:00

Peace, Love And A Cure

by Lizzie Kate

I've had this one for awhile all kitted and in my stitching bag. During our EGA meeting last week I was looking for something small to start and decided to go with this. Once I started it I just couldn't put it down.

breast cancer scissor pocket

2009-01-22T13:50:00.003-06:00

This is a Dinky Dyes/Cats Whiskers collaboration. I used a pastel pink 28 cnt even weave from Jaynes Attic and the floss is Easter Bunny from Polstitches. Not strictly 'pink' but I wanted the words to stand out a bit more than they would have. The scissors are a bit on the heavy side, so I probably won't be using them for stitching, but they are a lovely design.

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New Playmat Quilt

2008-12-30T22:09:00.004-06:00

I am about to finish my master's thesis. Now it is only left with the editing and I have some spare time before the next meet with my supervisor.

This is the first post of the work-in-progress quilt. I will update the project as I go along. Read more here.

Winner of Peace Love and A Cure

2008-11-09T08:31:00.003-06:00

The following comment # is the winner of Peace Love and A Cure from Lizzie*Kate ... 16

Congrats to ... Terri!!!! Please email me at stitchpink@gmail.com so I can get your mailing address so Michele can get your prize out in the mail to you. Thanks everyone for entering!!

Be Strong! Winner

2008-11-03T08:55:00.003-06:00

Thank you to the following ladies that shared with us their Breast Cancer finishes this past October - Eva, Meari, Lynn, Virpi, Terry Louise, Cynthia, Milly, Donna, Elisa

All the names were written out and congrats to .. Lynn!!! Please email me at stitchpink@gmail.com so I can get your mailing address so Barbara can get your prize out in the mail to you. Thanks everyone for entering!!

CLOSED CONTEST - Peace, Love, and A Cure

2008-10-30T21:45:00.011-05:00

Thanks to Elaine, she also offered another donation for a contest on Stitch Pink. I thank you Elaine for your support with all the donations you have made over the past year.

Peace Love and A Cure from Lizzie*Kate, which all the profits from the sale of the design will be donated to the Susan G Komen for the Cure campaign. Thanks again Elaine.!

Contest Rules....What you need to do is leave a comment to this post (anyone can leave a comment), and on November 8th, a winner will be selected! NonBlogger entrants must have an email to be entered.

Winner of the Breast Cancer Scissors Fob

2008-10-30T21:36:00.003-05:00

I asked someone (thanks Vickie) to pick a number between 1 and 16, and she selected 15.

Congrats to ladydoc!! Please email me at stitchpink@gmail.com so I can get your mailing address so Elaine can get your prize out in the mail to you. Thanks everyone for entering!!

Another giveaway...

2008-10-28T15:16:00.002-05:00

I'm having a drawing on my blog for some lovely handmade beaded pink scissor fobs. You can find the drawing here. All you have to do is visit and leave a comment in the post by midnight PST on October 31. To all of you survivors and friends/family of victims & survivors, my prayers are with you.

Sonda in OR

Winner of Garth Brooks CD is ....

2008-10-28T10:57:00.004-05:00

The orginal winner did not contact me, and they had no way to be contacted, I just selected the next comment below, the winner, and congrats to Jill!

Congrats to ... Jill!! Please email me at stitchpink@gmail.com so I can get your mailing address so Michele can get your prize out in the mail to you.
Thanks everyone for entering!!

Winner of Yankee Candle

2008-10-28T10:48:00.002-05:00

The following post # is the winner of the Yankee Candle

Random Integer Generator
Here are your random numbers:27
Timestamp: 2008-10-28 15:48:27 UTC

Congrats to ... Karen!!!! Please email me at stitchpink@gmail.com so I can get your mailing address so Michele can get your prize out in the mail to you. Thanks everyone for entering!!

biscornu

2008-10-25T09:26:00.003-05:00

Breast Cancer Awareness Two, Dragonfly

I stitched this for a stitching friend who is a survivor :)

Here's a sweet way to show you care...

2008-10-25T00:01:00.002-05:00

Free Breast Cancer Ribbon for download

2008-10-24T22:51:00.003-05:00

Tereena Clarke of Artecy Cross Stitch shared with me that she has a breast cancer ribbon available for free download on her site.

A direct link to the pdf files are here - Small Ribbon ~ Large Ribbon

Tereena shared - I have designed a Breast Cancer Ribbon cross stitch pattern which I am releasing to the public domain for anyone to pass and share this pattern around for free and people can also stitch this design on products to sell for donations for Breast Cancer Research.

CONTEST-Winners posted below

2008-10-23T08:12:00.006-05:00

****And the winners are:

Flower of Courage-Carolyn

In The Pink-lelia

Pink House-Pumpkin

If you can please email me your address' to samohon@bellsouth.net. I'll get the kits in the mail to you as soon as possible.

Thanks so all who joined in the contest. I appreciate your playing along. My hope is that one day there will be a cure for this dreadful disease.

I'm offering these 3 Esmeralda's or Essy's Friends kits to give away. Just post a comment and I will draw 3 names so 3 people have a chance to win. I will draw names on Oct. 29 because Oct. 30 is going to be a crazy busy day for me. and I wanted to get this finished before the end of the month.

If you're not familiar with Essy's Friends they are kits that were available through Elegant Stitch to raise money for Breast Cancer research and they sold out every time. I forgot I had these and found them last night when I was going through some things. I will never stitch them and thought why not offer them here and during October.

Good luck everyone. Enjoy. If you don't have a blog please leave an email so I can get in touch with you to get an address to mail your prize to you.

**If you click on the word Contest it will take you to my blog so you can see more photos of each kit.

CONTEST Breast Cancer Survivor Fob

2008-10-22T20:52:00.003-05:00

Thanks to Elaine, she made a BC Survivor scissors fob to be used as a contest on Stitch Pink.

If you would like to win this fob - please leave a comment to this post (anyone can leave a comment), and on Oct 29th, a winner will be selected! NonBlogger entrants must have an email to be entered.

Good luck, and thanks for stopping by Stitch Pink!

Thanks Elaine!!

Stitching For A Cure

2008-10-22T20:02:00.003-05:00

Hello! My name is Donna. Kim was so kind to allow me to post this on her site. I work with cancer patients and I have friends who are cancer patients. This blog made me think "What if I and my friends could do something to help all cancer patients?" And then it came to me "WE CAN". I have just began a journey. It starts with an idea.

If you are interested, please check out my blog at http://stitchingforacure.blogspot.com

Remember, I am in the baby stages of this journey. Be patient with me and we will all have a good time and help so many.

Donna

Hope Pillow

2008-10-21T12:52:00.002-05:00

Painted Giraffe Hope Freebie

Stitched on 28c Jobelan hand dyed Count on Me in Nude by Jayne

with the recommended DMC threads, finished as a pillow by Elisa

CLOSED CONTEST - Garth Brooks -The Ultimate Hits - The Pink Edition

2008-10-19T22:02:00.004-05:00

Thanks again to Michele, she offered two different pink items to be given away here on Stitch Pink. This is the second offering a never been opened CD ~ Garth Brooks - "The Ultimate Hits - The Pink Edition"

Garth Brooks has joined forces with Susan G. Komen for the Cure® in the promise to end breast cancer forever, with the release of the “Pink Edition” of The Ultimate Hits album. The album is a new 3-disc set, and contains 30 classics, 3 new songs and a bonus track on two CDs. The set also includes a DVD with videos for all 33 songs, including new and never-before-seen footage.

If you would like to win this CD - please leave a comment to this post (anyone can leave a comment), and on Oct 27th, a winner will be selected! NonBlogger entrants must have an email to be entered.

Good luck, and thanks for stopping by Stitch Pink!

Inspiration For The Cure Game

2008-10-19T21:48:00.002-05:00

Pepperidge Farms has a game on their site - Inspiration For the Cure. You match the words that deal with inspiration. For each game that you complete, Pepperidge Farms donates a $1 to the Susan G Komen for the Cure.

Check it out!!

WINNER - Pin Pillow

2008-10-19T12:10:00.002-05:00

The comment drawn for the Pin Pillow is Donna's

Please email me at stitchpink@gmail.com so I can get your mailing address so I can get your prize out in the mail to you.
Thanks everyone for entering!!

Breast Cancer Quaker Sampler: Free Design

2008-10-18T20:34:00.003-05:00

Part One of Aury's Breast Cancer Quaker Sampler is available now!

Visit for BC Fob Contest

2008-10-17T22:57:00.000-05:00

Hi Kim,

I am having a contest for some pink hope scissor fobs on my blog. Could you post a link to it?
http://didimr2.blogspot.com/2008/10/pink-hope-scissor-fob-contest.html

Thank you :)

Cindy in IL

CLOSED CONTEST - Yankee Candle In honor of Breast Cancer

2008-10-17T21:59:00.004-05:00

Thanks to Michele, she has offered two different pink items to be given away here on Stitch Pink. First, a Yankee Candle for you, to win!

The scent is called Mandarin Cranberry. The candle has never been used. And you can read more about the candle from the Yankee Candle website -

Pink Power! Join the Fight Against Breast Cancer! Regrettably, breast cancer is the most common non-skin cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in women. We want to change that with your help. For every specially labeled Mandarin Cranberry Yankee Candle Breast Cancer medium (14.5 oz.) jar candle you buy, we will donate $1 to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Plus, you'll enjoy the wonderful Mandarin Cranberry fragrance which is bursting with the vibrant, fruity sensation of sweet, sunny oranges and crisp, tangy cranberries. So go pink and join Yankee Candle in the fight against breast cancer!

How to win the candle - leave a comment to this post (anyone can leave a comment), and on Oct 25th, a winner will be selected! NonBlogger entrants must have an email to be entered.

Good luck, and thanks for stopping by Stitch Pink!

Winner of Breast Cancer Wallet & Necklace is....

2008-10-17T21:51:00.004-05:00

The following post # is the winner of the Breast Cancer Wallet & Necklace

Random Integer Generator
Here are your random numbers: 21
Timestamp: 2008-10-18 02:50:55 UTC

Congrats to ... Debbie!! (No blog) Please email me at stitchpink@gmail.com so I can get your mailing address so I can get your prize out in the mail to you.

Thanks everyone for entering!!

Witch for a Cure -- XS Freebie!

2008-10-17T20:59:00.002-05:00

There is a very sweet free cross stitch design called Witch for a Cure and you can find it here.

Clicks are even more important in October!

2008-10-15T00:16:00.003-05:00

Click on the title. I can't get it linked to the pic for some reason.

As you can see, clicks at TheBreastCancerSite.com are even more important in October. They count double! You can sign up at the site for daily email reminders. Or just come here to Stitch Pink. You will find the link below the memory candles on the right side. I also have a link on my blog.
They are at 44% with 18 days left. It would be a shame to not reach the goal when all it takes is a few seconds of our time. :o)

Hugs, Elaine

Butterfly Wings PINKeep

2008-10-12T07:20:00.003-05:00

Butterfly Wings by Brooke Nolan

Stitched on 28 count baby pink jobelan with Dragon Floss and Mill Hill Beads

Finished as a pinkeep by Elisa

The Hunt For Pink October

2008-10-10T19:07:00.002-05:00

I am knitting this Pink October scarf
in Vanna yarn color Pink Poodle.
Pink scarves remind me of pink ribbons!
Susan http://chipmunknits.blogspot.com

CLOSED Contest for a Full Of Hope Pin Keep Kit--The Winner is.....

2008-10-10T12:44:00.006-05:00

Thank you to all who participated. We had 27 sign ups. I put all the names into a hat and had my son draw a name....The Winner is Goldenangelsworks.

Congratulations Dawn email me your address so I can get the Pinkeep in the mail to you as soon as possible.

Thank you everyone. I wish you each a great day ahead!
Hugs,
Carolyn

Hello to all,

I am having a contest for a Full of Hope Pin Keep Kit. The kit includes design, linen,silk,pins,ribbon and pink fabric for the back.

Everyone is encouraged to join. Leave your name and if you don't have a blog please leave your email address. This contest will run until Thursday October 16th. I will pick a name on Friday October 17th. Good luck and Thank you!

Carolyn
http://www.takingonestitchatatime.blogspot.com

Another BCA completed...

2008-10-09T14:08:00.004-05:00

This design was offered by Sherry Senicar Designs which I finished into a PINKeep! Thanks Sherry!

SherrySenicarDesigns Cross Stitch Designs

Donna - Peace Love And A Cure

2008-10-09T00:21:00.001-05:00

Received this email from Donna ~

Hello! My name is Donna and I am a member of the Yahoo I love cross stitch group. I stitched this piece for Relay For Life auction to raise money for cancer awareness. It will be auctioned off on Oct. 25th. It has an autographed copy of the pattern. I work for a non-profit blood bank and cancer hits home everyday. 75% of blood used is used by cancer patients. If we could eradicate cancer, I could possibly be put out of a job. That is a chance I am willing to take!
Thanks for sharing your blog. I loved it.

BCA by Romy

2008-10-07T19:02:00.003-05:00

Romy in Austria

Romy was gracious enough to offer this freebie in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and I just had to stitch it.

Milly~

CLOSED CONTEST - Pin Pillow

2008-10-07T17:19:00.003-05:00

Thanks to an anonymous donater, Stitch Pink was offered this adorable pin pillow. The little ballerina was stitched, and made into a pin pillow.

Included also, is the heart pins shown in the picture.

If you would like to win this cute pin pillow -What you need to do is leave a comment to this post (anyone can leave a comment), and on Oct 17th, a winner will be selected! NonBlogger entrants must have an email to be entered.

Please if you could, advertise on your blog for this contest, it would be much appreciated. By doing so, it will generate more traffic to the blog, causing more interest. THANK YOU!
Good luck, and thanks for stopping by Stitch Pink!

The Make It Pink Challenge ...

2008-10-05T22:29:00.002-05:00

Thanks Patty for this info..

Hi Kim,

I just wanted to let you know that Craft Stylish will donate a dollar to Susan Komen for every pink project that's posted to the gallery on their site. It can be jewelry, embroidery, sewing, knitting, whatever, as long as it's handmade and pink. If everyone who posts something on your blog also posts a photo on Craft Stylish, it would help to raise some money. Here's a link to Craft Stylish for more information:
http://www.craftstylish.com/item/11268/the-make-it-pink-challenge.

Thank for all you do on your Stitch Pink blog!

Patty
PipStitch

Purina Cat Chow Pink -- Breast Cancer Awareness Program

2008-10-05T21:19:00.002-05:00

Thanks to Mickey for passing on this info..

Purina Cat Chow Pink -- Breast Cancer Awareness

Cynthia - BC Finish

2008-10-05T00:20:00.003-05:00

Received this from Cynthia ~

This was stitched in Memory of Joyann, who lost her battle in 2007 after 11 years of valiant fighting. The mandala is from Tracy at Ink Circles, done with beads and color changes.

Life's a Stitch!!
Cynthia

Off Blog Contest

2008-10-04T01:00:00.002-05:00

Check out Carolyn's blog for a contest. Your chance to win - Full of Hope, Pinkeep 2007 Hope Kit

Full of Hope Pinkeep 2008 - Support Kit

2008-10-03T11:46:00.004-05:00

Full of Hope Pinkeep 2008 - Support Kit

Includes design, linen, silk, pins, ribbon, and pink cherry fabric for keep back kit proceeds will benefit breast cancer charities

Mary Kathryn was inspired by all the tasty ways to support breast cancer research and education and the importance of sharing time with friends and loved ones when she designed this year’s pinkeep.

Proceeds from the kit which includes design, linen, silk, ribbon, pins, and pink cherry fabric for back, will be donated to breast cancer charities that support research and education. This design is available at the Handcrafts Online Pink Page.

Mary Kathryn wrote me to say - Also, stitcher can nominate Pink designs (designs that are pink or truly 'Pink' in theme) and I will add them to the fund raising page with the name of the person who nominated it. 10% of the sales price for each pink design that is purchased from the Pink Page goes to charity along with the pinkeep proceeds.

Visit - When PINK Matters

2008-10-03T11:35:00.002-05:00

Please visit the When PINK Matters blog.

The blog is to challenge anyone and everyone that has been touched by Breast Cancer to stitch at least one pink item by October 31st 2009.

Each person who joins the blog & takes the challenge, Becky (blog owner) will make a donation to Breast Cancer research/prevention in the name of each member that joins the challenge.

Please help spread the word.

Terry Louise - Fabric Biscornu

2008-10-02T20:03:00.007-05:00

Received this email from Terry Louise

Hi Kim,

I spend part of each year making items for the Cancer Council Tasmania's fundraising. This year I've concentrated on small items for their storefront in the lead up to Christmas. In Australia, the pink ribbon symbolises breast cancer and daffodils represent other cancers.

I've made nearly 4 dozen beaded fobs, ornaments and biscornu. The fobs use alphabet beads to spell out 'hope' or 'survivor'. The 3D ornaments feature either a pink ribbon button or an embroidered daffodil. The biscornu are made from plain and printed fabric with a lining of quilt wadding and are filled with lavender.

best wishes
Terry Louise - Tasmania

CLOSED - Breast Cancer Wallet, and Necklace!

2008-10-02T13:11:00.004-05:00

Recently while shopping I found this adorable wallet and necklace combo. I picked up one for myself, and one to share with a sister!

So, now you have a chance to have a wallet like mine!

How to win -

What you need to do is leave a comment to this post (anyone can leave a comment), and on Oct 15th, a winner will be selected! NonBlogger entrants must have an email to be entered.

Please if you could, advertise on your blog for this contest, it would be much appreciated. By doing so, it will generate more traffic to the blog, causing more interest. THANK YOU!

Good luck, and thanks for stopping by Stitch Pink!

Pink Ribbon Heart - Virpi

2008-10-02T12:18:00.003-05:00

I received this from Virpi -

I stitched this freebie on a plastic canvas and made it into a pin. I sent it to my friend who has breast cancer. In this pic the pin is attached into the card.

Virpi from Finland

2008-10-02T03:11:00.002-05:00

I made this for my friend Jane. We went through the breast cancer together and she was a great support to me. I added the 4 buttoms to represent each year of survival and gave her 6 more to sew on as each year passes :)

Peace Love and a Cure

2008-10-01T14:26:00.002-05:00

Peace Love and a Cure
Designer: Lizzie Kate
Fabric: 14ct off-white aida
Fibers: Six Strand Sweets
Time: 12.5 hours
Stitched by: Meari

NOTE: I changed the recommended DMC floss colors to colors of SSS. Some I changed entirely to what I liked, and others I tried to match as close as possible.

I made this for a fellow freecycler who is a breast cancer survivor. I had a smoothie with her on Monday and she absolutely loved it.

Chocoholic Frolic!

2008-10-01T12:42:00.004-05:00

Savannah, Georgia is playing host to the Chocoholic Frolic on October 9, 2008.

All proceeds go to LibLines, an organization that encourages support and communication between Breast Cancer Patients and Families.

If you're in the Savannah area, please join us!

Eva - Breast Cancer Finish

2008-10-01T11:00:00.003-05:00

Eva emailed me her breast cancer awareness finish..

I recently stitched the attached as a square for a quilt that will be given to a friend who is fighting breast cancer. I combined two of the freebies listed on your blog. It was stitched on 28 count white Jubilee, with DMC floss.

Eva

CONTEST - Show off your Breast Cancer Finishes!!

2008-10-01T10:20:00.008-05:00

By showing off your breast cancer finishes during the month of October, you will be entered in for a chance to win! This will challenge you to stitch something PINK! There are several free designs listed on the side bar here on this blog. *EDITED* to add - please share your recent finishes.

Shepherd's Bush - "Be Strong, along with the JABC button pack" has been donated for this wonderful contest. Thanks to Barbara, for your generous donations. She was proud to say she had her first mammogram, and everything checked out great!

For your chance to win this, please post your Breast Cancer finishes to this blog (Blogger members of this board can do so). Those without a blogger account, please email me your picture/scan of your finish, with alittle detail of your design. And I will post for you!

At the end of the month, all those with completed designs, displayed on this blog, will be entered. On Nov 1st, I will draw a winner for the pillow.

Good Luck, and remember, to stitch PINK!

Be My Bra

2008-10-01T02:16:00.003-05:00

At Lifetime.com, they have a special game called - be my Bra. Stop by and take a look. Create your own personal character. After you are finished, you hold hands with supporters, from all over the world - who all want to stop breast cancer for life.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

2008-09-30T22:11:00.002-05:00

Post here if you are having anything special on your blog in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Stay tuned for contests all month! If you have anything you would like to have a contest for, please email me. And I will help you get it posted.

Thanks everyone!

New Pink Ribbon Freebie

2008-09-27T08:38:00.003-05:00

I haven't seen this posted yet so I thought I would let you know about the new freebie from DMC -

http://www.stitchesnthings.com/HopeCrossStitchChart.pdf.pdf

It's really cute and would be a fast stitch ;o)

Enjoy,
Cathey

Butterfly Wings Free Chart

2008-09-24T09:51:00.002-05:00

Brooke Nolan of Brooke's Books Publishing has an a free Breast Cancer Awareness sampler, that was designed for Kreinik when they attended the TNNA Show in Columbus this year.

Its available for download on Brooke's Books Publishing, or you can just click for the PDF.

Butterfly Wings

Thank you Brooke for sharing your work with us! Thanks for stitching pink!

Looking for ideas...

2008-09-11T21:45:00.001-05:00

October is shortly arriving... any ideas for contest in support of Breast Cancer Month!?! Either leave a comment below, or please email me at stitchpink@gmail.com with your ideas.

I appreciate it so much!

Have you seen what Kelmscott Designs is offering?! And its in PINK!

2008-09-06T00:02:00.007-05:00

Recently I was contacted by Paula of Kelmscott Designs. She wanted to share with everyone, something new that she has to offer. I think you should take the time to look!

Paula has 2 items that she developed and is selling with part of the profits being given to breast cancer awareness and education.

On the right is the "Pink Lady". Have your needle rest on her, as you stitch that perfect breast cancer design.

Check out the scissors on the left! What a wonderful idea to show your support!

A portion of the sale will be donated to breast cancer awareness and education.

Paula only sells wholesale to shops. If you are interested in contributing to this cause, by purchasing these items, you could contact any of the shops listed on Paula's website that carry her designs.

And...

Kelmscott Designs, The Cat's Whisker's and Dinky-Dyes have joined together to bring you the most precious little scissor slide and the gorgeous pair of scissors to recognize those who have survived breast cancer.

Cook For The Cure

2008-08-27T21:38:00.000-05:00

While browsing tonight, I came across this site and I thought I would share it with everyone -

http://www.pinkribbonsforthecure.ca/home.php

Add your pink ribbon today and Kitchen Aid will contribute 0.25 to Cook For The Cure. This is national! Check out how your area is doing :o)

Cathey

Susan G. Komen Donations

2008-08-04T18:46:00.005-05:00

Please share this information with all your friends & help get the word out:
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Please consider making a donation for Breast Cancer Research August 1-October 15th. The Pink Artist Group is collecting donations for breast cancer research. For your donations, your name will be added to a drawing for Love Squared and other prizes made by artists.
For more information, please see The Party Begins post on Monica's Blog.
Posted by Lelia

Winner of the Amulet Bag from Gina is...

2008-08-03T13:55:00.003-05:00

the 23rd comment post!

Congrats to dolls123!

Please email me your mailing address and I will get your amulet bag out to you soon!

Thanks again to Gina for your wonderful donation!!

2008-07-24T20:57:00.003-05:00

It just occured to me that I should mention that my niece is walking as part of a fundraiser for breast cancer which takes place in Chicago in August, 2008. Here is one article that was written about her last month. She did reach her goal of $3,000 and the person who will be walking with her also raised $3,000.

BTW, as a gentle reminder...I had my mammogram last Monday and got a letter yesterday saying it was normal. I expected it to be, but it's always nice to have that validation.

Twisted Oaks Designs Needle Nanny

2008-07-14T15:39:00.002-05:00

I've just completed this gorgeous little needle nanny by Twisted Oaks Designs, which was sold in aid of Breast Cancer.

It is done 1 over 1 using Dinky-Dyes silk. It was a bit hard on my poor old eyes, but is worth it because it's so cute :)

Lynn x

Ford Cares ...

2008-07-14T11:21:00.001-05:00

I was watching Army Wives last night and they were advertising this site all night long .. have you seen it yet? Wonderful stuff and great way to support Breast Cancer research! I love that mustang!! lol

http://www.fordvehicles.com/warriorsinpink/

Breast Cancer Awareness Amulet Bag ~ Contest

2008-07-09T13:40:00.003-05:00

Gina emailed me and asked if she could offer an item for a contest.

This is what she sent. Its it goregous!

I used DMC Cebelia size 30 pink thread. The beads are seed beads, probably size 11 or 10. That's the most common size I buy but these were out of the original container so I can't say for sure. The pattern is slightly adapted from Dianna Stevens book of patterns titled "It's in the Bag". http://www.domesticarts.com/Books/Inthebag.htm It's shuttle tatted (as opposed to needle tatted) and probably took 5-6 hours to complete. I've tatted several of these bags and they are always appreciated.

Thanks Gina for your wonderful donation! You did an amazing job!

Contest Rules....
What you need to do is leave a comment to this post (anyone can leave a comment), and on July 30th, a winner will be selected! NonBlogger entrants must have an email to be entered.

Please if you could, advertise on your blog for this contest, it would be much appreciated. By doing so, it will generate more traffic to the blog, causing more interest. THANK YOU!

Good luck, and thanks for stopping by Stitch Pink!

Terri

2008-07-02T10:47:00.001-05:00

Terri I just wanted to let you know the super kit has arrived that I won in your draw

"Be Aware!" Breast Cancer Awareness Biscornu

2008-06-13T22:23:00.000-05:00

Check out the free biscornu design from Juggy Bug Designs!

You can download it here - "Be Aware!"

New Contest ~ Exclusive Design! ~ Done!

2008-06-11T16:42:00.002-05:00

And the winners, yes I did say winners (plural) are.....

Poster 37 is Karen of Karen’s Place in Web Space.
Poster 52 is Carme of Un Parell de Coses.

Terri used Random.Org to select the numbers out of a whopping 64 entries!!!!

WOW! Congratulations ladies :o) Terri has left comments on your Blog's to inform you how to get your prizes. Again, a big thanks to Terri!

I know we already have an ongoing contest but Terri has graciously donated this Rocking Horse exclusive in honor of her mother's memory -

This is so awesome because it includes fabric, fibers, Mill Hill beads, JABC button, pattern AND frame! Can you say WOW?

Since June 11 is the anniversary of her mother's passing, we decided that Terri will pick a name on that date :o)

If you are interested in winning this awesome kit, please leave a comment, along with a means of contact, on this post.

Good luck everyone! And a big THANK YOU Terri for such a wonderful gift!

And the winner of the MDesign Survivor Tree is ...

2008-06-07T16:44:00.003-05:00

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers: 13

Timestamp: 2008-06-07 21:41:53 UTC

Comment No. 13 was made by Patternnuts!

Congratulations! Please email me at michele11wa@yahoo.com with your name and snail mail address and I'll get this pattern in th email to you.

Thank you all for your comments and for posting the contest on your blogs.

Hugs, Michele

The Pink Artist Drawing

2008-05-30T18:23:00.003-05:00

Stop by the Pink Artist, and see what they are doing.... great idea!

Click on the button for more info.

Thanks Lelia for the info!!

2008-05-30T17:17:00.007-05:00

Like Zarina, I have some stitching in pink to show. I'm primarily a tatter, but crocheted for years before learning to tat and so I still crochet,just not as often.

These are thimbleholders I crocheted for a class I taught.

This is a brooch I tatted around a vintage earring for another tatter who is a breast survivor.

And an angel for someone else.

Zarina's tatting in pink

2008-05-27T21:25:00.004-05:00

I thought would it not be great if contributers can post their work in pink. Here is mine, tatting using Hakelgarn 20.

This is a bunch of bookmarks using a variety of patterns taken from the Internet.

I found this cute bunny but I think I need more work on it. The body should be more plumb.

This is from Konior's Visual Tatting Black Magic in pink.

MDesign Survivor Tree Ornament

2008-05-25T01:21:00.002-05:00

Hi, I thought MDesign's Survivor Tree pattern would make a nice contest prize, along with a couple of pink pens and a couple of other goodies not pictured.

I stole this from Kim's posting of rules ...

Contest Rules....What you need to do is leave a comment to this post (anyone can leave a comment), and on June 7th, a winner will be selected! NonBlogger entrants must have an email to be entered.

Please if you could, advertise on your blog for this contest, it would be much appreciated. By doing so, it will generate more traffic to the blog, causing more interest. THANK YOU!

Good luck, and thanks for stopping by Stitch Pink!

Thanks Kim for this blog!

Hugs, Michele

Pink Fiber Heaven Contest Winners

2008-05-15T19:16:00.006-05:00

Drum roll please for the 5 LUCKY Pink Fiber Heaven contest winners... congrats go to the following...

I wrote out all the entries - there were a couple that were entered twice, and I had DH pick 5, and congrats to the lucky stitchers!!

WINNERS: Can you please email me your home address to stitchpink@gmail.com and I will get your floss out for you! Thanks again, and thanks to all that entered, and to Laurel's Stitchery for the wonderful donation on all the pink threads.