My sister just gave me a very special present :->
I had a short-lived rug hooking phase many, many years ago and during that phase I started a rug featuring my fox terrier, Daisy. So long ago in fact, Daisy is no longer with us :-<
I drew and hooked her likeness and also a daisy flower.
Then the rug sat and sat, sadly unfinished.
My sister has become a very talented rug hooker and she finished my Daisy rug as a very special present to me.
How flippin' fabulous is that !!
Do you see the squirrels running around the border? (Squirrels are a fox terrier's favorite delicacy)
This is something I will treasure forever.
I hope the current fox terrier in residence (Wendy) doesn't get jealous :-#
That rug is gorgeous! What a special gift. Love the colors!
Posted by: Gina at Vintage Junk in My Trunk | August 26, 2010 at 03:44 PM
I think that is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen:-)
Posted by: Tammy | August 27, 2010 at 07:12 AM
That is bee u ti ful !! I love it!!!
Posted by: pumpkin | August 27, 2010 at 03:15 PM
I always thought that I'd like to do this, but I suspect my project would end up like yours. Your sister did a great job - lucky you!
Posted by: barbara | August 27, 2010 at 05:44 PM
The rug is absolutely fabulous! Not only because it's a reminder of Daisy but the design and colors she finished it with.
My grandmother taught me to rug hook a gazillion years ago. I've always wanted to get back into it again but just never have.
Posted by: Phyllis | August 27, 2010 at 09:48 PM
I'm so glad you shared this rug, AND your sister's blog! I'm a rug hooker and she's done some really nice stuff - I look forward to reading more. Plus she's not TOO far from me here in Utah. (adjacent state)
Posted by: gayle | August 28, 2010 at 12:39 AM
Oooh, she must reaaally love you!
Posted by: Mom Wald | August 28, 2010 at 07:42 AM
What a perfect gift! It's absolutely gorgeous and an instant family heirloom. I love it! I want one with my collie on it, lol. :)
Posted by: rebecca | August 28, 2010 at 07:44 AM
What a delightful gift! Your sister is aces. Hope you had a happy birthday :)
Posted by: Felicia | September 01, 2010 at 04:23 PM
What an amazingly wonderful gift! I just love it! I love your blog header, too1
Posted by: Laurie | September 03, 2010 at 10:29 AM
My goodness that rug is adorable!! What a nice thing your sister did. I have a friend who does beautiful rugs. I am so jealous. I have tried it and want to get back into it. But I'm not so sure. You know quilting is my thing. :)
Posted by: sharon | September 12, 2010 at 11:39 AM
Wow. W-O-W. That's an amazing rug...and what an amazing sister. Warms my heart. :-)
Posted by: Gloria | September 20, 2010 at 01:11 PM