King Charles III celebrates His 74th Birthday Today

Happy Birthday to King Charles III. 74 today 14th November. Above is a lovely embroidered sampler stitched (not by me) to celebrate his birth in 1948.

A large Toby Jug made by Royal Doulton in 2008 to celebrate the 60th birthday of the then Prince Charles.

A very young Charles on a Royal Albert plate and a mug to celebrate to celebrate the Investiture of Charles becoming Prince of Wales in 1969.

King Charles and Queen Camilla at the time of their wedding in 2005 pictured on a very nice bag.

Most of my souvenirs of Charles include Diana, I think I have done well to find a few very nice ones of Charles and Camilla.
 

Coronation Tea Set, Fabric and More

Blogger as usual decides the order of my pics so I'll start here.

Bought this doll high chair at a Doll Fair recently, reminds me of one I had as a child. Perfect for my old Patsy doll with some Jubilee ribbon on her hat and collar and a flag to wave. Also had some old 1937 Coronation stickers to place on the tray and a small Charles and Diana cup for Patsy not to mention a small bunny with pink ears to match Patsy's outfit. I amaze myself sometimes with the things I have hidden away.

A beautiful and rare piece of Coronation fabric I bought on eBay from America. Could be Damask and it has a backing so think it might have been part of a curtain The fabric measures 7' x4' or 214x122 cm. Some parts are not in good condition and I took a risk and washed it - in the bath as it was so heavy.

Another rare item, this is a tea set from the coronation of Edward VII in 1902 in near perfect condition the only damage is the to the lid of the teapot. The large bowl in front is a slop bowl and these were popular with tea sets of that era. I think you tipped the dregs of your teacup in then you could have another cup of tea. There are no makers marks underneath, this was common at that time.

Australia, Canada, India and Cape Colony are all pictured on the plates. South Africa was called Cape Colony at that time. The 2 large plates at the back would be sandwich or cake plates. To survive 120 years in that condition is amazing.

My latest cross stitch is a change from Royal Designs but I like it and felt like stitching something different. Another Teresa Gil design and I bought the small doll in London.

Finished this pretty design and love all the little pearls stitched in. A design by Maria Diaz and featured in Cross Stitch magazine.

A friend gave me this chair and at last this poor neglected bear has a permanent place to sit. His years of being moved aside are over.

Well I did have a pic. of the whole piece of Coronation fabric I wanted to show as I am so thrilled with it but it disappeared, maybe next time. The fabric even has the GOLD COACH on it

Death of Queen Elizabeth II

 A very sad day. 8-9-2022. Our beautiful Queen has died after a reign of over 70 years. 

Home from the Platinum Jubilee Trip To London

My photos are out of order but that is only what blogger and my computer allows so please persevere.

First is my latest Jubilee cross stitch, just started. A pretty design with lots of bead work by Maria Diaz.

My cross stitch of The Queen By Andy Warhol. In London I was lucky enough to see the real painting,  signed by Andy W. I think my cross stitch is a near perfect copy

    

A new addition to my family above. Please meet Little Ted. Here she is in my carry on luggage ready for the long flight home. Little Ted is a Merrythought bear Made in England same as Big Ted.

I dressed Little Ted as a Jubilee bear as the souvenirs for the Jubilee were few and not that nice so L.Ted is a very welcome addition.

Big Ted has made Little Ted very welcome. Big Ted shares a birthday with me in August he/she will be 66 years old. I of course am a good bit older.

Here is the real painting signed by Any Warhol, seeing this was one of the many highlights of my trip.

 Here I am in the Mall at 5.30 am claiming my spot with my little stool at the ready. Soon the crowds came and it was hard to move. The crowd was friendly and I had some great conversations while waiting for the Trooping of The Colour and a friendly watcher took my photo.

Off to London For The Jubilee

 I leave in a few days and arrive in London in time for the celebrations. The most important one is the Trooping of The Colour in the Mall. You can see I am ready with a small stool, a flag to wave and supplies including an emergency raincoat with hood to keep me alert while I wait a few hours for the parade to start. The small items next to the water bottle are chocolates, mustn't eat them yet.

Had hoped to finish this cross stitch but it will be waiting for me when I return.

This one is finished and on the wall. Sadly I can't sew on the flight or even knit. I have a good book to read and hope the movies on the flight are good. Both samplers are Teresa Gil designs.

Teresa Gil Platinum Jubilee Cross Stitch

Congratulations to H.R.H Queen Elizabeth II on reaching such an historic Jubilee on 6th February. To celebrate Teresa Gil has released her latest cross stitch design. I love it and can't wait to put the first stitches in. This design is called a life in service.

First I must finish Teresa's previous design. I had to buy the special fabric for this cross stitch from America and had to wait 6 weeks for it to arrive.Stitching as fast as I can . The small scissors seen are Coronation scissors and are marked EIIR 1953.I am having so much trouble with blogger and my new computer, I can only hope when I press publish this post goes through.

Yet More Queen Stitching

I have a new computer and I am still a little afraid of it. I accidentally deleted my last post so this is a challenge. My two lovely children bought me the computer and I must prove I am up to the challenge.         I have finished my Andy Warhol cross stitch and I am pleased with the result though it took a while to stitch and by the end I was totally fed up with it.

You can see my cross stitch is a near perfect match for the picture. Had to buy this book as Joanna Lumley chose an Andy Warhol painting for the cover. Andy W. did 4 colours of the Queen, the other 2 colours are over the page in my book.

Now I have a small Andy Warhol Corner.

My next project is this large street party I am stitching for the platinum Jubilee next year. It's about 77 cm long and 20cm wide with lots of back stitches and half stitches.This will keep me busy for the next year or so.

One of the deleted items from the last post is my tapestry finished for the Jubilee next year It was a Diamond Jubilee tapestry I have had for a while. I only had to change 2012 to 2022, easy.
 

Queen Elizabeth II Royal Stuff Again

Here is one of my fashion tips, always have in your wardrobe a dress that matches your quilt cover. This is one of my royal outfits that actually fits me but looks so awful on that I will never wear it, not even to the supermarket. Displayed and never worn, I love it. No, I don't sleep in that bed, I don't want to mess it up.

Big Ted had to have a new outfit if he/she was to stay on the bed. I quickly added a piece of Diamond Jubilee fabric to a T shirt and made a matching skirt from the same fabric. I might embroider over the 6 on the shirt to make it a 7 for the Platinum Jubilee. The little red, white and blue bear I released from a cabinet so BT could have a friend. We are in lock down again and somehow that makes me want to dress my dolls and bears.

Found this beautiful crocheted jacket in an op shop and had to buy it  My large celluloid doll is once again dressed in the original clothes my mother made decades ago with the addition of the pretty jacket. The hat was an eBay purchase and can't remember where I bought the small bag she is holding. I've been told I can darken the white bag in cold tea and I might try that

The back of the jacket. Such lovely hand crocheting I felt I had to rescue it.

We are in hard Covid lockdown again and will be for another 4 weeks. My only outing is a quick supermarket trip or a short walk. Lucky I always have plenty of stitching to do and in the last few weeks I have been hard at work on this soon to be finished tapestry. I will change the 2012 year to 2022 To make it a Platinum Jubilee tapestry.

Then I must get back to working on my Andy Warhol Queen cross stitch. I love it but there are so many odd stitches and colour changes I needed a break.

Bought this fleecy throw for my lounge, it is very large so hope I'm not tempted to cut it down and make something else. I don't think anyone can say I won't be ready for the big Jubilee next year.
 

Royal Bangles, Brooches and A Disaster

My small collection (except for the ones on each end) of Silver Jubilee bangles, all hallmarked 1977. The bangle on the left is hallmarked 1887 for Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee. The wooden bangle on the other end is from the Coronation 1937. I sometimes wear the bangles and I also have to polish them as they are solid silver, a chore I don't like but must do for the Queen.

Another silver bangle hallmarked 1887 for Queen Victoria. I think this one is my favourite.

The rings are all royal replica rings. Princess Diana's ring now worn by Kate is there. Meghan's ring is in the middle and is on borrowed time. I think it should be hidden away somewhere. Camilla's ring is to the left of M's and on the thumb is a ring which is a replica of Princess Diana's tiara. The ring I haven't mentioned is from a local jeweller and is supposed to look like a crown. Well it does a bit and I fall for anything.

Here is the disaster!! I bought this lovely silver bangle on eBay, it is not royal and is hallmarked 1958. It is a bangle I might have worn a lot. There is engraving on the back "Mrs Dollie Smalley in appreciation of her service in the W.V.S"  I felt sad for Dollie that her bangle ended up on eBay so bought it and this is how it arrived, Squashed. Sent in an almost basic envelope with no box or padding. I immediately sent photos to the seller and did get an instant refund. Took it to a jeweller who just shook his head and said nothing could be done. So disappointing.

Another one for my embroidered brooch collection, bottom left  the same design as the one above but has been embroidered differently.

A crown tea cosy I knitted for the Diamond Jubilee makes a great place to display brooches. Nothing special about the brooches and mostly bought from charity shops but I do love sparkly things.

I've had the dolls for a few years but now I have the pattern to knit more. The pattern does state -for a competent knitter- and that's not me but nice to have the pattern.
 

Harry Meghan and Daughter

While the safe delivery of any baby is good news and good for Archie to have a sister as he can't play with his numerous cousins. If M&H want the Queen to be pleased about the baby's name a bit of research is needed. I was given this book a few years ago by my lovely niece Catherine and knew just where to put my hands on the right page.

So here is the proof, not a nickname from Prince Philip but a name the then Princess Elizabeth called herself when she couldn't pronounce Elizabeth.The name stuck throughout her childhood and here is the correct spelling

No it wasn't given to me for Xmas 1933, it was bought for me 2nd hand Thank you Catherine. X

And here is the cover, I won't lend it to you M&H but feel free to visit anytime and you can have a look.
 

95th Birthday for Queen Elizabeth II

About to pour a cup of tea to celebrate the Queen's 95th birthday. Please have a few more birthdays H.R.H, though this one won't be much of a celebration coming so soon after the funeral of Prince Philip.
 

Prince Philip - A Sad Day

 A sad day for the Queen and Royal family with the passing of Prince Philip. Just 2 months short of his 100th birthday he had been married to the Queen for over 73 years.

He will be missed.

 

The Meghan, Harry and Oprah Show Report

Big Ted is sitting in his/her office chair waiting for me. I have an appointment with BT soon as he/ she is my councellor/therapist. My mental health was destroyed after the huge whingeathon from Harry and Meghan last night with encouragement from Oprah and no hard or follow up questions. The acting and lies were first class. Poor Meghan being forced to live a life of luxury and not wanting to live. Obviously Harry or her mother were no help.Then pulling out the racism card and Harry saying nothing without permission. As for Oprah.....WHAT!!  Hope the Palace can come up with something to quieten this pair down. On my way BT have a cup of tea and a box of tissues ready for me, it will be a long session.

My souvenirs from That wedding and to think I wasted time stitching a sampler. Now the terrible two say they were married 3 days before (another lie?) how many weddings does this woman want. Not sure I can give these souvenirs space anymore. The nearest charity shop might take them.

For almost seventy years the Queen has carried on always doing what is right and along comes Meghan who captures and brain washes Harry takes him prisoner so he can help disrupt his family and cause trouble.

They need an appointment with Big Ted, he/she will sort them out.