16 little squares

 were done is six different shades of yellow and gold.  I even frogged the front of the house and used a lighter thread.  Nothing appealed to me.  Since colors were substituted with DMC, I didn't expect it it look like the chart photo which has a very different looking house. 

Very pale yellow was blah and not noticed on the house front, darker was too bright and out of place, gold was lost in the brown.  Back to the Paint program and I filled the windows with a shade darker than the roof.  Bingo.  I like this best.  Still not happy with the HOME in the grass but I'm not changing it.  Finished!  In a brief check, this may fit perfectly in a 4x6 frame.  Need to decide which finish would be best.  I do prefer tucks and hanging smalls, easily moved around.  I will meet her for two appointments next week but will wait until in person to give her.  Covid is all over the place, thank goodness the cases are mild, but no visitors unless a need.  

I have been contemplating a little giveaway for Valentines Day, also my blog beginning eleven years ago.  Since this sweet chart was gifted to me from a thoughtful stitcher, I think I will pay it forward and offer it to you next week.  If interested, stay tuned!

I may start charting Rachel's end tomorrow.  Poor girl probably expected to graduate but instead has been continually held back to repeat a grade.

Holding our breath regarding the ice and snow tonight, but we aren't the only ones and don't need to leave the house.  We'll be OK, hope everyone else will be too. 

Stay safe.

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