Patriotic Tree!

Here in the United States, we are celebrating Memorial Day-a day to remember those who died in service to our country.  I changed out my Spring tree and put out the patriotic stuff.  I will leave this up through the summer, as July 4 is in the not-to-far future!

I've always been partial to patriotic things, and this tree is one of my favorites!  To the right, you see Abe Lincoln and George Washington, from Prairie Schooler #160--February.  They are finished with various pieces of patriotic fabric and different star buttons.  Also in this photo is Liberty, a freebie from Lizzie Kate, stitched on Aida with a cute navy gingham ribbon hanger and backed with bandana print.




The tree is topped with mini flags and red star ornaments hang on it, as well as patriotic fabric pinwheels with button centers.

This section has "July's Liberty Star" freebie from Rainbow Gallery/Erica Michaels and Deck the Halls with Stars & Stripes freebie from Vivian Bales. (I left off the "deck the halls" words.)  Also shown is 4th of July Quaker style freebie by Aury TM.

 This photo shows America Sailing Sloop freebie from Rainbow Gallery & Needl Love and USA Celebration Flag freebie from Tink Boord-Dill.

The tree is topped with mini American flags and also a cute "July's Stars of Freedom" from Rainbow Gallery/Erica Michaels.  It's stitched on pale blue Aida and has a little star button. The hanger is twisted wire with beads on it.

And finally, I have another view of "Stars of Freedom" and a little photo of my father from WWII.  I know that Memorial Day honors those that were lost serving their country, and he was not lost then, but I just have to put this out when patriotic days are observed.  He had 2 brothers that also served in WWII and I plan to put their photos on, as well.

You can see that I love the ornaments, especially, and I hope to stitch on a few more while this tree is up!  I have some really cute patterns and ideas.  Stay tuned to see how it all comes together!

Reminder!!  My giveaway deadline is tomorrow and a winner will be chosen!  Don't miss out on registering!  I can't wait to see who wins and get their package mailed off!

Thanks for visiting, and come back soon!
Frances