Weekend Stitching: Didn't Do Much, But...
This weekend, I didn't manage a whole lot of embroidery-related tasks, much to my disappointment. Still, I did manage a couple things: 1. to assemble a couple projects into easy-access packages so that, when I can snatch some time for stitching, they'll be ready for snatching; 2. to stitch up most of a towel, thanks to some late night hours...
I'm stitching up a few sets of flour sack towels for Christmas presents. The designs are varied. Some I drew, some I copied, some I adapted. In every case, I tried to keep the designs relatively bold, with clean lines, for quick stitching in a variety of line stitches.
After ironing a couple towels and tracing the designs on to them using a light box and pencil, I selected no more than six colors (but in truth, I think four colors are sufficient), and put the threads and the folded towel into a handy-dandy zip-loc bag. Now, when I have time to devote to this kind of embroidery, I've got everything on hand to start one of these projects. I'm glad about that, because I only have a gazillion more projects to complete before the holidays!!
I had a bit of time later Saturday evening for some focused stitching, so I set out on one of the towels.
I'm just using four colors (two shades of green, a darker burnt red, and a reddish-orange) and two stitches - stem stitch and chain stitch.
I was going to throw two shades of blue in with these colors, but I'm glad that I didn't!
I'm about two-thirds of the way finished on this one. I'm only doing one corner - enough for a splash of color.
Here's hoping that this week presents a few more opportunities to make some headway on Christmas gifts! I'm under a little crunch at work, so we'll see what develops on the home front in the evenings. I still have the front of the goldwork and silk ornament to complete - just a tiny bit more to go! Keep your fingers crossed for me that I can finish it this week!
If you haven't signed up for this month's stash give-away, don't miss your opportunity to win some really good threads and stuff!
That about covers my weekend as far as embroidery goes - I hope you had the opportunity to spend more time with your needle 'n thread and were able to accomplish everything you wanted to!
Enjoy your Monday!
I'm stitching up a few sets of flour sack towels for Christmas presents. The designs are varied. Some I drew, some I copied, some I adapted. In every case, I tried to keep the designs relatively bold, with clean lines, for quick stitching in a variety of line stitches.
After ironing a couple towels and tracing the designs on to them using a light box and pencil, I selected no more than six colors (but in truth, I think four colors are sufficient), and put the threads and the folded towel into a handy-dandy zip-loc bag. Now, when I have time to devote to this kind of embroidery, I've got everything on hand to start one of these projects. I'm glad about that, because I only have a gazillion more projects to complete before the holidays!!
I had a bit of time later Saturday evening for some focused stitching, so I set out on one of the towels.
I'm just using four colors (two shades of green, a darker burnt red, and a reddish-orange) and two stitches - stem stitch and chain stitch.
I was going to throw two shades of blue in with these colors, but I'm glad that I didn't!
I'm about two-thirds of the way finished on this one. I'm only doing one corner - enough for a splash of color.
Here's hoping that this week presents a few more opportunities to make some headway on Christmas gifts! I'm under a little crunch at work, so we'll see what develops on the home front in the evenings. I still have the front of the goldwork and silk ornament to complete - just a tiny bit more to go! Keep your fingers crossed for me that I can finish it this week!
If you haven't signed up for this month's stash give-away, don't miss your opportunity to win some really good threads and stuff!
That about covers my weekend as far as embroidery goes - I hope you had the opportunity to spend more time with your needle 'n thread and were able to accomplish everything you wanted to!
Enjoy your Monday!
Labels: beginner embroidery, Christmas, Embroidery for the Home, Hand embroidery stitches, needlework pictures, pictures
Posted By: Mary Corbet on Monday, November 17, 2008
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Mary, I can't tell you how much I have been enjoying your site. I love seeing the vast number of on-going projects that you have going at once. Makes me feel good knowing that I'm not the only one!
Thanks for all of your effort.
Cissie
This design looks good and interesting to do. Can you post the design once your work is done?
I really like these, the color combo is right up my alley!
Mary these are so effective, lovely and simple. Thankyou for sharing - wonderful Christmas boxes.
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