Take time to stop and smell the roses...

above: my Tia Rose Pincushion & Rose Leaf Needlebook Pattern $14.00 includes instructions for both the blowsy Rose and the petite Rosubud, along with the Rose Leaf Needlebook.

My recent summer rains brought out the most gorgeous roses. Summer is over now, as I head into Autumn, but the memory of such beautiful pink blooms lingers on.


I added an extra touch of whimsy with the Ladybird on the Rose Leaf Needlebook. Ladybirds are dear to my heart with their 'good luck symbolism' and their representation of the Virgin Mary throughout the Middle Ages.

I only learnt recently that in other parts of the world they are also known as Ladybugs. Lady Bugs or Lady Birds or Lady Beetles . . .
they are welcome on my roses anyday!

"Ladybird, ladybird fly away home . . ."

Rosy wishes