There's an addition to the Hearts Hook-along.  This one is the work of Michelle Hoover, who is self-taught just since February of this year.  Not only do her loops look like a seasoned hooker pulled them, the story behind her design is very special.
Michelle and her mom had a beauty shop for the last 38 years.  In April Michelle turned off the lights, closed up shop and is now her mother's full time caregiver.  The design she drew has such significance to their life's story ~ her mom had Michelle's heart in her hands when she was growing up.  And now that her mom needs care, it is Michelle who has her mother's heart in her hand.
To quote Michelle:  I'm proud to say I'm a "hooker" who has also become a Wool Connoisseur!!!  Lol  I love hooking !!!"
Happy hooking everyone.
Saundra
That makes me all teary 😢
ReplyDeleteGod bless Michelle for being such a wonderful daughter.
Awww...what a special rug this will be - celebrating a very special bond. The heart-in-hand symbol has always been one of my favorites. And yes! Michelle's loops (and colors!) look amazing for someone who is a new(ish) hooker.
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful interpretation of the design. Love it.
ReplyDeleteI think Michelle's thoughts hooked into her design are going to make for a super special rug.
ReplyDeleteSuch a tender and loving way to make the pattern her own.
ReplyDeleteI am so impressed with your new hooker!! Amazing!! What a lovely story
ReplyDeleteCathy
What a very sweet story , it is going to always remind Michelle of her sweet mother . And a great way to spend time next to her so she can watch her hook . Nice Michelle has joined our Addiction !!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a very sweet story. I love that. I think its nice that she loves rug hooking. I love your rug show. I am going to email you.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful story and a wonderful rug. Janice
ReplyDeleteSuch a nice story!!!!
ReplyDeleteSweet mat,,,
Elaine