Finally completed page one of Ann Hicks. I'm hoping the following pages will be easier for me. I am used to large blocks of red Santa suits or alphabets. This wonky tree took forever, and these little birds were not fun. Yes they are very small and easy to stitch, but changing colors for a few stitches that don't make sense in the design is something I need to learn to tolerate. Seriously considered doing them in two colors only but stuck it out. Five little messy fricking birds. Done.
I saw this sampler that Merry Wind Farm stitched into a project bag and I loved it. She was very helpful in directing me to the designer because I had no clue. Nada. Zip. Did I see it on someone's blog and forgot about it? Possibly. The book is Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer's Day from BBD.
For every two steps to recovery, I go one step back. Mark took me out for a little ride today and we stopped at Carole's. Chris had truffles and melt-aways with a DD gift card there for me. That made me smile, and also made my stomach ache because as you know, I am a pig. I could use a nicer word but pig is appropriate.
Have a great last few days of another year gone by.
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8 comments:
Good morning, Marly. I hope these last two days of this "memorable" year will be good ones for you.
Love your birds !
Take care.
Charlotte in Va.
Nice to hear that you got out, sorry about overindulgence. Nicer than "pig". Wishing you all the best for 2020. Happy New year!
Hi Marly,
Love your progress on your sampler!! I think the birds are very sweet and you always do such a beautiful job with your stitching, in my humble opinion!!
Happy to hear you were able to get out and enjoy some treats!! It is hard to stop when something is so delicious, and I don't blame you one little bit!!
Hope the new year ahead is a much better one for you and your family!!
Heart Hugs~
Julie xo
Melinda is such an incredible stitcher...and a sweetheart.
Here's to a healthier 2020 for you!!!
Oh, those birds are so cute--but, I agree--way too many color changes for me! And I always struggle with tree stitching for some reason, Marly. Glad you are getting out and about and I'm sure the chocolates delighted you (they would me!). Happy new year, Marly ♥
I think we all have tolerated fussy little birds like that! Yes, a big pain! If you have to feel sick, I would say that was a good way to go! All those goodies!
Love your stitching and I'm the same with chancing color after a few stitches but the birds are looking good.
Wishing you a year with a good health and eye sight and many blessings too and of course for Mark too
Big hug
Greetings, Truus from Holland
Hugs and wishes for a special 2020 filled with good health and happiness. Happy New Year!
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