I’ve changed direction for a while! Although I had told myself that I probably wouldn’t tackle cross-stitch again because it’s so challenging to the old eyesight these days, I wasn’t prepared for just how much I would be attracted to Blackbird Designs – equally their collection of fabric (particularly the ‘Harvest Home’ range!) as well as their cross-stitch creations. So, I’ve backtracked and bought a pattern for just a small piece and here’s how I’m getting on so far. This one is called ‘Buttons & Pins’.
Working on linen makes it a tougher project, but having used linen in the past, I’m afraid I can’t go back to Aida – it simply doesn’t look the same. And it’s not too bad if I can work on it in the daylight – but under electric light in the evenings is more challenging! It’s been a Bank Holiday here today, so I’ve been able to get a few hours in on it – things always take longer than you think though don't they – if I repeat that to myself often enough, I might just get it into my head ....... this morning I said to myself “oh I’ll probably have this finished by this evening. Dream on Julia!!!!
:) This is a very cute and lovely pattern - I also started and almost finished but I don't know where is mine... Maybe somewhere in my stash :) Yours is absolutely fabulous!
It looks lovely Julia, somthing i have never done but i do like the end product,my DIL did me one with children playing on the beach and i love it . Have a good week hugs Pat
You're making great progress on this lovely design. I started this one myself a while ago but went wrong on the border which threw the whole thing out. I consigned it to the bin but don't rule out starting over when I get over myself!
Hi Julia, You mentioned on my blog that you were visiting Haworth soon.. If you get chance, go to a shop called "The Souk" its an amazing Aladdins Cave!! Enjoy your visit.
Well Julia, now you're doing cross-stitching! I just don't know how you do it all! I used to love doing this before my "bifocal" days. Your work is so neat and fabulous. Everything you make, gives me the feeling of "comfort." Hugs, Cami
:) This is a very cute and lovely pattern - I also started and almost finished but I don't know where is mine... Maybe somewhere in my stash :)
ReplyDeleteYours is absolutely fabulous!
It looks lovely Julia, somthing i have never done but i do like the end product,my DIL did me one with children playing on the beach and i love it . Have a good week hugs Pat
ReplyDeleteGorgeous Julia!!
ReplyDeleteIt is exactly the same as the maganize!
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Vivi
Blackbird Designs sure puts out some very good stitchery patterns. Enjoyed seeing your project.
ReplyDeleteHello Julia! I think you are getting on very well with your cross-stitch. I have been working on some of my cross-stitch projects for years!!!
ReplyDeleteYou're making great progress on this lovely design. I started this one myself a while ago but went wrong on the border which threw the whole thing out.
ReplyDeleteI consigned it to the bin but don't rule out starting over when I get over myself!
Margaret
This is really pretty! I will have to look out for these patterns.
ReplyDeleteHi Julia, You mentioned on my blog that you were visiting Haworth soon.. If you get chance, go to a shop called "The Souk" its an amazing Aladdins Cave!! Enjoy your visit.
ReplyDeleteWell Julia, now you're doing cross-stitching! I just don't know how you do it all! I used to love doing this before my "bifocal" days. Your work is so neat and fabulous. Everything you make, gives me the feeling of "comfort." Hugs, Cami
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