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Post by MichyM on May 13, 2019 19:26:34 GMT
MichyM , the Seattle one caught my eye because I love the colors. All of her designs are done in such gorgeous color combinations! I was initially looking to see if she had one for Portland OR, but found a lot of her other patterns instead - I especially love the seasonal patterns. I am considering London , Barcelona, and Paris in the Pretty Little Cities line. I prefer the city designs with more blues and greens in them, but unfortunately have no association/affiliation with the cities for those designs so no real reason to do those. Still on the lookout for Portland OR though...I saw one from another seller, but it wasn't the same type. I'm also considering several of the seasonal designs from Satsuma Street though, like this one for spring or this and this for fall. ...so many designs, so little time! She may have a Portland pattern www.etsy.com/shop/FaimyCrossStitch
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2019 19:54:17 GMT
I am doing page kits for the first time for a scrapbook retreat. I am excited to take less with me and have everything at my fingertips to make pages! Goal was 40 by the first weekend in June, I am at 28. So a ways to go.
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Post by jenr on May 13, 2019 20:39:21 GMT
I just finished this: I've never used all white thread, and I really like the simplicity of the look. Especially after all the vibrant colors in my project just before this one (posted about a week ago). I do wish I had added one thread thickness to the stitching on the bird, and reduced by one thread the steams and leaves. I think the bird would have stood out a little more. I just ordered 2 round walnut frames, one for this piece and a second for the other project i just mentioned. Once I get them framed I'll post them completed. My goals for this month are to make the spring Craftpod project. I can't recall who posted this in March's thread, thank you again I loved it it enough to order it right away...even though I had to pay shipping from the UK. SPRING CRAFTPODAnd, I plan on bringing this with me on vacation soon. I'm traveling alone, so I'll likely have some time in the evenings to work on it. PRETTY LITTLE SEATTLE MichyM, I absolutely love that, it's beautiful!!
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Post by jenr on May 13, 2019 20:41:00 GMT
I miss chatting with you all. I haven’t crocheted since I started scrapbooking again a year ago. Since gillyp shared hers I’ll share my latest project...I used one paper pack and cut it up, adding card stock, and made 8 layouts. It was a fun and efficient way to use a collection. I started with this and 8 sheets of card stock And made these 12 x 12 layouts this is was all inspired by Simple Cut Creations on YouTube. Beautiful - I love how you used those papers and embellishments!
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Post by jenr on May 13, 2019 20:42:29 GMT
Here's more progress on my horse quilt. Now to add scrappy borders. Oh my goodness, I absolutely LOVE this!! I was a horse-crazy child, and still love them! Do you mind if I share this photo in a private message to my aunts and cousins? We're a farm family and my cousin has a horse loving 2 year old.
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Post by Deleted on May 14, 2019 8:18:30 GMT
I've thrown my Buccaneer shawl in the bin I was working on it while my mum was ill and made mistake after mistake. The stitch count was way off, I'd dropped stitches and it was just a mess. My heart wasn't in it anymore.
I have the yarn to make it again another time.
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Post by RedSquirrelUK on May 14, 2019 8:35:50 GMT
I've thrown my Buccaneer shawl in the bin I was working on it while my mum was ill and made mistake after mistake. The stitch count was way off, I'd dropped stitches and it was just a mess. My heart wasn't in it anymore.
I have the yarn to make it again another time.
I think that's the right choice - for now. Hugs to you.
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Post by gillyp on May 14, 2019 9:02:16 GMT
Probably for the best lainey. You’ll hopefully feel better about it with a whole new start at some point if that’s what you want to do. Sending you a hug.
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Post by wellway on May 14, 2019 10:17:51 GMT
Hugs lainey that is so understandable.
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Post by wellway on May 14, 2019 10:28:45 GMT
For UK peas with Harry Potter fans in their circle Aldi are having a Harry themed specialbuys on Sun 19th. Knit kits, crochet kits and far quarters. linky
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Post by smalltowngirlie on May 14, 2019 11:32:04 GMT
My sister has asked me to do a full jewelry set for her, necklace, earrings and a bracelet. I couldn't sleep this morning so I dipped the cabochons for her pieces. I told her she should come over in a couple weeks to pick out the exact pieces she wants and to help assemble. These are the backs and the fronts will look nothing like this. It is always fun to turn them over when they are dry to see what I actually get.
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Post by RedSquirrelUK on May 14, 2019 14:05:00 GMT
My sister has asked me to do a full jewelry set for her, necklace, earrings and a bracelet. I couldn't sleep this morning so I dipped the cabochons for her pieces. I told her she should come over in a couple weeks to pick out the exact pieces she wants and to help assemble. These are the backs and the fronts will look nothing like this. It is always fun to turn them over when they are dry to see what I actually get. Wow! If the backs are that lovely, what will the fronts look like? I have spent today so far spoiling myself. I sorted 3 bags of donated candle wax and used votives, and cleaned up about 15 votives, which are currently in the dishwasher. I made 2 tall ivory candles for one of the churches I make them for, and 2 rainbow chunk candles, and a tray of blue chunks that is waiting to be cool enough to break up. I think that's a good day's work and it's still only 3pm. Photos can follow if anyone is interested.
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Post by JoP on May 14, 2019 18:07:06 GMT
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Post by JoP on May 14, 2019 18:09:36 GMT
I’m currently making this granny stripe blanket for my friend’s son. I’m using leftover yarn 🧶 as I’m desperate to reduce my stash so I can buy the Dune yarn pack Attachments:
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Post by mikklynn on May 14, 2019 20:20:10 GMT
Those rooms look amazingly real-life size. I'm in awe!
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Post by mikklynn on May 14, 2019 20:24:47 GMT
MichyM , the Seattle one caught my eye because I love the colors. All of her designs are done in such gorgeous color combinations! I was initially looking to see if she had one for Portland OR, but found a lot of her other patterns instead - I especially love the seasonal patterns. I am considering London , Barcelona, and Paris in the Pretty Little Cities line. I prefer the city designs with more blues and greens in them, but unfortunately have no association/affiliation with the cities for those designs so no real reason to do those. Still on the lookout for Portland OR though...I saw one from another seller, but it wasn't the same type. I'm also considering several of the seasonal designs from Satsuma Street though, like this one for spring or this and this for fall. ...so many designs, so little time! She may have a Portland pattern www.etsy.com/shop/FaimyCrossStitchYou enabler, you! I just ordered the Minneapolis pattern .
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Post by mikklynn on May 14, 2019 20:26:08 GMT
I've thrown my Buccaneer shawl in the bin I was working on it while my mum was ill and made mistake after mistake. The stitch count was way off, I'd dropped stitches and it was just a mess. My heart wasn't in it anymore.
I have the yarn to make it again another time.
Good for you. It clearly was not going to bring you joy. Have you been able to return home?
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Post by boys5times on May 15, 2019 3:02:10 GMT
I so wish I had the patience to quilt, and the ability to knit or crochet. Tried quilting and ended up with a tiny 3' by 3' quilt. Tried crocheting and knitting and couldn't get it figured out at all. I admire those that can. I can sew, maybe will post my lasted projects but have to figure out how to post a pic.
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Post by slicksister on May 15, 2019 3:23:42 GMT
Here's more progress on my horse quilt. Now to add scrappy borders. Oh my goodness, I absolutely LOVE this!! I was a horse-crazy child, and still love them! Do you mind if I share this photo in a private message to my aunts and cousins? We're a farm family and my cousin has a horse loving 2 year old. Of course! Go for it.
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Post by RedSquirrelUK on May 15, 2019 5:50:11 GMT
My rainbow chunk candles. I'm going to make some more of these. I think they'll sell well.
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Post by gillyp on May 15, 2019 12:30:26 GMT
They look as good as any in a shop RedSquirrelUK. My crafting is going to slow right down very soon as the bedroom I cleared for crafting (I’ve done about 20 LOs since then) is now going to house everything from the main bedroom while we give it a makeover. I got wall paper today and I’ll chose carpeting shortly. DH will make a start on putting up coving and painting the ceiling in the next few days.
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Post by jeremysgirl on May 15, 2019 13:58:58 GMT
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Post by SweetieBugs on May 15, 2019 15:45:38 GMT
My rainbow chunk candles. I'm going to make some more of these. I think they'll sell well. LOVE, LOVE those. Very professional looking.
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Post by finsup on May 15, 2019 20:58:40 GMT
I so wish I had the patience to quilt, and the ability to knit or crochet. Tried quilting and ended up with a tiny 3' by 3' quilt. Tried crocheting and knitting and couldn't get it figured out at all. I admire those that can. I can sew, maybe will post my lasted projects but have to figure out how to post a pic. We all have different skills; I can knit and crochet, but I envy you for being able to sew!
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Post by finsup on May 15, 2019 21:07:09 GMT
finsup that dune blanket is coming along nicely. I agree that the color combinations she puts together are stunning. And I love the organza bags from wool warehouse. I saved mine from the woodland CAL and I plan to put the finished afghan in it before I mail it to my aunt. That's what I've been working on lately. My brain has been squirrelly so I just can't seem to focus. I so hear you on the inability to focus, jeremysgirl. But I decided to put the Dune aside long enough to try one of the octagons from the Eastern Jewels kit and this took me a whole day and made me concentrate so much I didn't think about my troubles all day haha. I screwed up the round with the crosses, but I just found a FB group about the blanket and watched a video about how to do them right, so I'll be good to go from here I hope. Over the weekend I also chalk painted this beat up old commode I got cheap at an antique shop. Now I need to find a place for it in my house. Attachments:
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Post by disneypal on May 15, 2019 21:08:18 GMT
My rainbow chunk candles. I'm going to make some more of these. I think they'll sell well. Pretty! I know I would buy one
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Post by MichyM on May 15, 2019 23:24:34 GMT
Grrrrr. That moment when, several hours into a cross stitch project, you realize you made a mistake 5 stitches in that has thrown everything off since. So, I’m starting over from scratch. Or maybe I’ll start a different project while I’m still hot about this.
/vent
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Post by MichyM on May 15, 2019 23:26:27 GMT
You enabler, you! I just ordered the Minneapolis pattern . [ Lemme know what you think of her pattern and instructions. I haven’t made a purchase from her...yet
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Post by MichyM on May 15, 2019 23:30:58 GMT
finsup that dune blanket is coming along nicely. I agree that the color combinations she puts together are stunning. And I love the organza bags from wool warehouse. I saved mine from the woodland CAL and I plan to put the finished afghan in it before I mail it to my aunt. That's what I've been working on lately. My brain has been squirrelly so I just can't seem to focus. I so hear you on the inability to focus, jeremysgirl. But I decided to put the Dune aside long enough to try one of the octagons from the Eastern Jewels kit and this took me a whole day and made me concentrate so much I didn't think about my troubles all day haha. I screwed up the round with the crosses, but I just found a FB group about the blanket and watched a video about how to do them right, so I'll be good to go from here I hope. Over the weekend I also chalk painted this beat up old commode I got cheap at an antique shop. Now I need to find a place for it in my house. Love the crocheted piece! And projects like this SO make me wish I lived in a house instead of a condo. If I want to do a big project, I have to find a friend with a house who doesn’t mind me doing it there.
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Post by RedSquirrelUK on May 16, 2019 9:17:08 GMT
Grrrrr. That moment when, several hours into a cross stitch project, you realize you made a mistake 5 stitches in that has thrown everything off since. So, I’m starting over from scratch. Or maybe I’ll start a different project while I’m still hot about this. /vent Oh no! Yup, been there, done that. How frustrating.
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