Jeanie says, about this exchange: "Fran coiled pineneedles with sheaths which I like so much. She tied feathers and beads on one side and also put a design on the gourd
"I like the feathers and beads you put on the side.
I also like the design you put on the gourd. I really
like the pineneedles with the sheaths on. I like to
leave the sheaths on some of the needles I use for my
baskets. Your stiches are great!!!!I will treasure this gourd."