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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Feb 21 2010 : 11:16:59 AM
Hey Farmgirls,
Just thought I'd share a pic of some of the merit badges I've completed. Since the badge for each category is the same design for all three levels, I decided I didn't want to make a separate badge for each level of the same design. I also wrote on the lower left edge that name of that category using fine tipped Millenium pen.
Instead, I decided to sew a button on the lower right edge for each level I have earned. Some of the ones pictured have only one button . . . I haven't submitted applications for more than beginner level.
And, for "Buttoned Up" I decided to sew actual buttons on instead of embroidering button designs. And, with "Quilting" is used some pieces of some favorite fabrics and applied with Wonder-Under onto the badge instead of embroidering the quilt designs. The buttons on the Quilting Badge are in a different spot and a bit harder to see.
Anyway, just wanted to share . . . I have more that I'm working on and will be submitting more applications as well.
THANKS FOR LOOKING!!!
CJ
...from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665
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| Madelena |
Posted - Sep 20 2012 : 4:33:56 PM
So very cute.. I only have a few badges but I have not worked on them yet. This is really inspiring. Soo very cute. Thanks for sharing!
"There is no unbelief: Whoever plants a seed beneath the sod and waits to see it push away the clod, he trusts in God." (Kate Douglas Wiggin) |
| Yart |
Posted - Sep 19 2012 : 12:04:45 PM
This is a very cute idea... Thanks for sharing!
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| atkinst2 |
Posted - Sep 19 2012 : 10:13:48 AM
They are so cute. I really need to work on mine. I think you have inspired me!!!!
The road to success is not straight. There is a curb called Failure, a loop called Confusion; speed bumps called Friends; red lights called Enemies;caution lights called Family. You will have flats called jobs. But, if you have a spare called Determination; an engine called Perseverance; insurance called Faith, and a driver called Jesus, you will make it to a place called Success!! |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 24 2012 : 08:53:23 AM
AND, anyone else with pics of badges? Love to see them posted!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jul 24 2012 : 08:51:56 AM
Bumping this up for new sisters asking for ideas.
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
living life - www.snippetscja.blogspot.com
from my hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
the "Purple Thistle" http://www.ceejay48.etsy.com
from my heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
from my hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
| FieldsofThyme |
Posted - Jan 24 2011 : 07:31:23 AM
I love the button idea. So creative.
Farmgirl #800
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| buffypuff |
Posted - Jan 22 2011 : 6:19:05 PM
CJ, thank you! I was reorganizing my craft room and putting all my MJ mags together. Thumbing through last summers, there was your picture with all your badges. Very impressive my dear!! By the way, you have been very lovely in other posts, various subjects. It is noticable what is written and the thoughts behind it. Kudos from me to you!
Buffypuff/ Claudia
Farmgirl & Sister #870
"Half of success is the assurance of support along the way." cr
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| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jan 22 2011 : 5:49:33 PM
Claudia,
Just give me a hollar if you have questions about applying for your badges.
I'll try to help . . without screwing it up . . :)
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665
From my Heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
From my Hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
From my Hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jan 22 2011 : 5:44:23 PM
Tamara,
I use a light box and transfer the design onto my fabric with a blue transfer pen. Then I embroider it and then wash the blue out . . which comes right out with just a quick rinse. The fabric I use is a natural ecru colored fabric that is heavy enough to have body, but not stiff or too thick so that I can't see the design through it with the light box to trace off.
Hope that helps!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665
From my Heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
From my Hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
From my Hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
| grammytammy |
Posted - Jan 22 2011 : 12:03:05 PM
How is everyone transfering the designs to fabric?? I tried printing them right on my printer, which looked and worked wonderful... but came off in the wash. I love the button idea too!! |
| Valgirl |
Posted - Jan 22 2011 : 08:27:31 AM
I have heard that some ladies put them on the back of a denim jacket to advertise the sisterhood. Love your 3 level idea.
Today is the day the Lord has made. I will rejoice and be glad in it.
Valerie (Farmgirl #2356) |
| Montrose Girl |
Posted - Jan 22 2011 : 07:51:45 AM
The hardest part of me is the embroidery work. I don't have the steadiest hand and if I use a blue like marker to transfer to fabric I feel it isn't as good. The transfer fabric was stiff. I loved the one we got of Henrietta and wished I knew how to easily transfer to fabric.
Laurie
http://www.inntheorchardbnb.com/ |
| buffypuff |
Posted - Jan 21 2011 : 9:06:54 PM
CJ just saw your badges. I must admit I have hesitated getting started on them. Think I need to know how to submit that I have completed an area so that I can get a badge. But looking at what you have done, I really am impressed and want to get started on them. Thank you for showing what you have done. It really is inspiring.
Buffypuff/ Claudia
Farmgirl & Sister #870
"Half of success is the assurance of support along the way." cr
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| deemc54 |
Posted - Jan 21 2011 : 8:50:40 PM
Thanks for posting how you embroidered and documented your badges. I love them! Dee
Farmgirl Sister # 2441 |
| acairnsmom |
Posted - Aug 31 2010 : 7:33:08 PM
Wow! Thanks for sharing. I've only got the beginning and intermediate Sewing badge so far but have been wondering how to gussy it up. Thanks for all who have posted pictures. Makes me want to hurry and work on more badges!
Audrey
Toto, we're not in Kansas any more! |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Aug 31 2010 : 10:46:22 AM
Melissa,
I did look at your badges on your blogspot . . NICE!!!
Thanks for your compliments!!!!
I still have more to embroider . . . hopefully soon. Hopefully more to earn!!!
Love it!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665
From my Heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
From my Hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
From my Hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
| MerryHeartSister |
Posted - Aug 30 2010 : 4:46:37 PM
Love your badges! I found a denim vest that I had forgotten I had in my closet that I'm going to sew the badges onto. I think I'm going to go with a frayed edge on them. I like the vest because it works for hot and cold weather. I have my henrietta badge as a pin so I can move it from my vest to my apron if desired. I have four badges embroideried and I have 6 more to embroidery. I embroideried my two son's first badges. I made theirs as a pin as well because any clothing that I put it on would be quickly outgrown.
Farmgirl #1951
Home is a gift that should be opened every day. |
| MissLiss |
Posted - Aug 30 2010 : 4:02:17 PM
cute CJ! you've inspired me to post pics of my badges. The buttons for levels idea is a good one! I wish I had thought of that! I'm doing a ring (the dashed line) for each level, so some badges have one dashed ring and some have two...no expert levels for me yet! But I've only been a member for a year, so give me some time! ;) I really like your quilt badge - oh and I did the button one like that too. I thought I was SO clever - great minds think alike I guess! Thanks for sharing and if you want to see mine, just check out my blog.
Melissa ~ Farmgirl #724
Mother Hen to The Knitty Gritty Farmgirls of the Inland Empire
http://fabulousfarmgirl.blogspot.com/ |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Jun 26 2010 : 8:33:25 PM
Thanks for the compliments! You are SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO VERY GENEROUS and KIND!!!
I don't see myself very much as a "queen" . . but thanks for the kudos!!!
I like to be creative and "change things up a bit" if possible
THANKS AGAIN!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665
From my Heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
From my Hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
From my Hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
| Lin |
Posted - Jun 25 2010 : 08:52:56 AM
CJ, those are SO adorable!! I love every one of them........I'm anxious to get a bit extra $$ so I can become OFFICIAL and begin to earn my badges. Thanks for sharing your unique and fun ideas!! Hugs, Lin
"Our beautiful earth is worth saving"!! |
| patchworkpeace |
Posted - Jun 25 2010 : 05:47:18 AM
Love the creativity! No wonder you're the merit badge queen!
Judy
Success is measured not by the position one reaches but by the obstacles one has to overcome to reach it. Booker T. Washington |
| karla |
Posted - Jun 24 2010 : 10:23:16 AM
I think you can get them at Walmart or some fabric stores-I use mine to mark the name & dates a quilt is made on the back. They may carry them in scrapbooking stores also since they are archival & acid free. I love them-they come in lts of colors & work great!
Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
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| ScotDeerie |
Posted - Jun 24 2010 : 09:59:36 AM
Thanks for the email letting me know where to see your badges! I *~LOVE~* the use of the buttons instead of lines to denote the level of experience. I think we should adopt that for everyone! 
Great ideas here.
Thx again,
Giselle |
| jelliott |
Posted - Mar 16 2010 : 4:14:42 PM
What cute ideas. Creativity flows. Nice work.
If music be the food of Love, play on. Wm. Shakespeare |
| ceejay48 |
Posted - Mar 16 2010 : 3:36:18 PM
Janie . . . you are most welcome to borrow any of my ideas!
I'm just glad you farmgirls find them worthy of consideration!!!
I now have 7 more badges to embroider . . . 3 buttons on 6 of them and 1 button on one of them . . .YAY!!!
Have fun with yours!
CJ
...from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665
From my Heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
From my Hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com |
