Monday, March 11, 2013

Progress...




I've made some progress on Antique Lion. Some of these pics were taken with the flash and some were not. The above photo was with the flash...so the colors appear a bit brighter than they really are.

I "un-hooked" the blue around the large flower. I really tired to leave it alone, but I just couldn't do it. I replaced it with an olive green color more to my liking...more within my comfort zone. 


I like the blue/green ribbon that runs around the rug. The outer border will be more of the black.


This fellow's body is twenty nine and a half inches from his mane to his rump...that gives you an idea of the size of this endeavor...it's a biggie!


This pic...above... shows the true colors...or at least close to the true colors.






Remember...this is a large rug...26x52...so even though the progress looks slow...it represents large blocks of time.

My aim is to hook some each day...slow and steady wins the race.

Have a great week!

Enjoy the day,
Robyn

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18 comments:

  1. Three Sheep StudioMarch 11, 2013 at 10:02 AM

    Robyn...
    You are doing a great job !
    The flowers are lovely.
    I've tried a few times to "reply" to your emails from leaving comments, but they wouldn't go thru. Not sure why..It says your Email is not valid !
    Please know, I have appreciated your comments on my Blog ! ;)

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  2. Rugs and PugsMarch 11, 2013 at 10:18 AM

    Robyn~
    That is one BIG rug and so wonderful. I absolutely LOVE it!!!
    Hugs from rainy Ohio :)
    Lauren

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  3. Shuttle, Hook and NeedleMarch 11, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    Looks great! I love the colors you are using.

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  4. Holly Hills PrimitivesMarch 11, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    What a beautiful rug this is going to be! (And a big project!) Crazy about your new header too! Have fun hooking, Dawn

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  5. acorn hollowMarch 11, 2013 at 11:54 AM

    Love love love him the colors are wonderful. I love big projects and I am not sure why. you are right slow wins the race.
    cathy

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  6. MargaretMarch 11, 2013 at 1:04 PM

    OMG! I'm in love! I love the reds in the flowers! The olive green around the big flower does look wonderful. This is going to be a masterpiece! Wow! Did you design this? Love it!

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  7. Robin LeuschenMarch 11, 2013 at 2:36 PM

    Your progress on your rug is BEAUTIFUL !! I also love all the colors...It looks like a big rug ...???
    Robin

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  8. Primitive StarsMarch 11, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    Hi Robyn, wow!!! You are really doing a wonderful job on the lion....love it, Francine.

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  9. Merry Wind FarmMarch 11, 2013 at 5:27 PM

    Robyn, I just love your colors, the beautiful reds, and mustard is my favorite. I have mustard trim all over my house. The lion looks great, he has so much movement in him!
    Melinda

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  10. Raymond HomesteadMarch 11, 2013 at 6:01 PM

    So love the colors!

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  11. tjMarch 11, 2013 at 7:31 PM

    ...You go girl! This is gorgeous! Love the choice of color, it's gonna be a show-stopper when it's completed. You have my utmost admiration and respect for taking on one this large. I've yet to undertake something of this size and quite honestly, I don't know if I'll ever make it into that club.

    ...Love your blog header too!

    ...Enjoy your evening!

    ...Blessings. :o)

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  12. JuliaMarch 11, 2013 at 9:06 PM

    I love the colors and your hooking is so neat. Wow, it's a biggie.
    JB

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  13. Prims By The WaterMarch 11, 2013 at 9:15 PM

    Love these colors! This sure is a big rug. Janice

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  14. RebeccaMarch 12, 2013 at 6:12 AM

    Beautiful hooking and color choices!

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  15. moosecraftMarch 12, 2013 at 9:43 AM

    Beautiful! Love the colors in the flowers.... such a treat after a grey winter.

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  16. SaundraMarch 13, 2013 at 8:04 AM

    Rbyn, you're doing a wonderful job hooking that humongous rug. If you check out my blog you will see a picture whic was in an American Folk Art book from which Karen Kahle was inspired to make that rug.

    Saundra of Woodland Junction

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  17. HomeSpunPrimsMarch 14, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    Robyn,
    Your rug is looking awesome! It looks so very old. You are doing a fabulous job. Hugs, Lori

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  18. annieMarch 15, 2013 at 11:22 PM

    wow, that is big, I love your flowers! and all the different colors!

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