Kitting the next three projects forced me to organize young and old fabric. Twenty eight count from forty eight years ago, to the forty count of my seventy years. Maybe. We'll see.
When deciding on fabric count for a new project, the size of it will many times make that decision easy. The full eighteen inches of a quarter is hopefully enough. The overdyed linens are smaller, I guess shrinkage from the process, so we're down to seventeen. But measuring first is obviously warranted if it's a close call. This piece looked a little smaller to me compared to the others I was folding, and it is. One and a half inches to be exact at 15.5. So expecting a project to fit on my quarter yard piece without measuring the linen first, is not wise. Too bad, because I've never done that! But I will now. Minor change in size, but could certainly make a difference in margin allowed for mounting or whether your project will fit at all.
Rachel will be finished eventually, your comments in fact had me place her back on the tray. We're having a stare down. DONE with black floss, and may attempt a word or two a day in the 610. The second row of the left box has one word higher than the rest. I based placement of the third row on that word, so it is now two positions higher. Not a big deal since the final row does not need aligned with other stitches, but that second row is a thorn in my side. A real bitch to frog over one let alone have black floss so fat you can't see the stitch.
Stay warm folks. I feel like a popsicle.
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8 comments:
If your dogs water bowl is frozen, then it’s too cold for your dog to be outsider.. You should be reported for abuse! How can you call it a pet when the dog wants inside and you won’t let it?
I was all poised to make a smart ass comment about your title being a bit misleading as I was expecting something much juicier than linen size...but when I went to comment, I saw "Anonymous's" comment. What the hell????! Why are all the ignoramuses "anonymous"...Never mind...I think I know. Obviously they aren't regulars to know that you aren't talking about a dog...but a feral cat that won't come indoors and does not WANT to come indoors. Some people need to get a life other than trying to making others' miserable. Yikes. Ok...so now I'm in a pissy state of mind. 🤬 ~Robin~
Thank you for the heads up about size, Marly... I always suspected that the dying took
its toll in shrinkage. No one goes to more extreme to care for her pets and your cat
is fortunate, indeed... so pay no heed to anon who doesn't know better than to play
self-righteous in ignorance. Brrrr. Hibernation seems to be the best fix, with a spot
of hot cocoa.... Keep warm.
I'm stating right here -- I am NOT Anonymous! I love to see what you are up to and I also like reading about your problems with linen or whatever you choose to stitch on (short margins - not enough fabric - wrong color selection, etc.). All those things make sense and are things we all have had problems with.
Love that you take such care with those kitties, especially any that just appear at your doorstep. The heated bowl is a godsend for those and probably any "wilds" that come around.
Anyone who reads your blogs or who knows you personally, knows what a kind, caring, considerate person you are. Just know that I know!
Stitch whatever you want and enjoy not only that but whatever you decide to do. GO EAT CHOCOLATE!!
Marly: I have never had a stare down but am sure one will be in my stash soon, I have a project I have been putting off for three years.
I think writing the count on the fabric is a great idea.
Its 9 above now and snowing with one and a half inches on the ground and more coming.
Catherine
I agree with Robin !
Hugs,
Charlotte in Va.
Holy hell! Obviously that person has never read your blog before to know what lengths you go to to take care of those furbabies.
I absolutely despise people who have to hide under the guise of anonymous. If you have to criticize without knowing the facts, have the guts to say who you are.
Oh good gravy, as previously pointed out anonymous is obviously not a regular. I don't generally comment on any blog, but anonymous is a dip stick, and hopefully will not comment again, so that's encouraging.
It's as hot as hell where I live at the moment, in Australia.(I envy your snow.) You encourage me to step outside the box with my needlework. Thank you so much for all your efforts.
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