IHSW Update

Last weekend was IHSW!  

I was VERY productive last weekend!

Started and completed part three of Lizzie Kate's Holly and Hearts Sampler.   While I still love the sampler overall (especially the soft colors), I didn't particularly enjoy stitching this part.  I absolutely HATE stitching houses!  They are in a word.....BORING!  But it is done!   And I DO love the final outcome!

I also downloaded and completed part 8 of the Plum Street Samplers Mary II Sampler.  Was VERY pleased to NOT see more stars!  However, I did feel that she could have had us stitch more on it this week.  Especially as she is hinting that next week (which is the final week) will be a doozy!

AND......I was also able to get a start on the car seat blanket that I am knitting for Baby E!

Overall a VERY productive weekend!  Am very happy with all I was able to accomplish!

Until next time my friends...... Have a Happy Stitchy Day!

Busy times are ahead!  The wedding is just on the horizon and there is still a lot to be done!  It is to be an outdoor wedding and we are just praying that the weather will be glorious.   But all it's wanted to do here recently is rain!  We are definately keeping our fingers (and toes) crossed!

I did get DD's Bride's Purse done.   (Pattern was from Cross Stitch and Needlework, May 2009.)  Had a couple of mishaps in the cutting, but I was following the pattern directions and cut where they said to only to find out that I should NOT have cut there.  But with a bit of Stitcher's glue and invisible thread, was able to repair it.   As long as DD is gentle with the purse, all should be fine!  Here it is......... although I think I will add a little beaded handle to it....

I put in some time on Lizzie Kates Very Scary Mystery Sampler and got it finished.   Still undecided on how to finish it though.   I'm going back and forth between a bellpull or framing it.

I have started my next Hardanger.  I joined the Yahoo group The Stitch Specialists.   They are doing a SAL called Confetti of Hardanger.   I was a little behind when I started mine, but have just about caught up.  Parts 1-4 are done.   I have started part 5 and part 6 should be released this weekend.   I'm loving how this is turning out so far!   I've chosen to do this on 32 ct Summer Sky using #8 and #12 DMC Perle 3753 and Caron Wildflowers Williamsburg.

Also managed to put in a "little" bit of time on Dance of the Graces.  Again, not much of a difference, but a stitch is a stitch!

 



Lately I've been in a knitting mood.   So I've decided to try my hand at knitting a shawl.  Never done one before. But love the delicate look of them.  Wish me luck!

 

Until next time my friends!  Have a GREAT STITCHY DAY!