Changed the 830 to 831 on the darker linen and 832 on the Affogato lighter linen. Quite a few errors originally, some in mistaking the symbols and since I did not like several of the letters with two colors, they are now one.
Mark prefers the darker linen, I am favoring the lighter. I need to choose today before I end up with two samplers.
I watched my favorite floss tuber, Saltbox Stitcher, last night. Almost exclusively samplers, and holy hanks of floss is she proficient. She featured some outstanding framed pieces and big gals do not deter her. Brenda and Laura had my dry mouth gaping wide with their show and tell from The Attic. Those extraordinary needlewomen are amazing. The backs of the projects were stunning. Remarkable work and we're all grateful for their on the spot reporting.
And I have to say, NO ONE should feel the need to explain their abundance of stash or purchases. I have friends that abuse benefits they are not entitled to and buy expensive recreational toys and twice yearly cruises. Young healthy people that don't even look for work and are in line at Starbucks nearly every morning. Add that up per month! My local store's drive thru patrons block a large intersection daily. Three drinks are a sampler chart. Several friends use marijuana daily, some still smoke cigarettes. Add that up per month! How much do some pay for monthly hair color at a salon? We start around $90 here and those ridiculous neon heads are over $150. They're wearing shower tongs and pajama pants but want to spend their money at a salon. That's their business. Some prefer to buy books to read in hand and keep in their vast collection, a diversion from stress and solace for the soul. Just as it is for needleworkers whose expenditures actually result in creations worth much more than their cost.
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12 comments:
Prefer the darker
I know what I deem ridiculous expenditures for some (hair salons, fake nails, designer labels ...), I know they feel the same about my antique and hooking expenses. At least I have something to show for it...lol!!!
Amen sister. Buy what you want when you want because you're not hurting anyone else (well maybe your wallet)!! I keep telling my kids it's their inheritance. I like the darker color also.
For what it`s worth I prefer the lighter linen, I like how it`s more variegated as opposed to the solid look of the darker linen. I dated a guy when I was in my late teens who thought I was wasting money by purchasing a counted cross stitch kit. It wasn`t long after that I dumped him for my now husband who is happy I have a hobby I enjoy and has never berated me for spending money on it. We`ve been married for 42 years.
You are so right, Marly! I have told my husband it's either this or crack! Needlework is so healthy for your soul!
I love Saltbox Stitcher and Brenda (so happy she's healthy) and the Serial Starter! Have you seen Brenda's You Tube of her sewing room? Over the top glorious!
My choise will be the lighter linen.
Will have a look at Saltbox Stitcher and Brenda you have named.
Take care and stay save, Truus from Holland
Amen on the spending! Why do I suspect someone thought you needed to hear their opinion on your hobby spending? As long as the bills are paid and bit for emergencies and retirement is saved, it's nobody's business how someone else spends their money. At least books, fabric, linen, threads, and such don't disappear in minutes or days, unlike fancy coffee drinks or manicures.
I'll have to check out Saltbox Stitcher videos, not sure I need the temptation to buy more charts though!
Marly: You have two beautiful colors of fabric; I would have a tough time choosing I like them both.
I have stash but have worked hard for what I have, you hit it right on the button, it's a shame that so many are out and about and not looking for work, at the food shelf we had many people that are able to work tell me why should I work when I can get handouts from the government, and go to the food shelf for free groceries, everything from milk to meat, even if the price of coffee goes up to seven dollars a cup they will still show up.
I treat myself to a Starbucks about once a month if even that.
Happy Valentine's Day
Catherine
I prefer the darker linen. I will give Saltbox Stitcher a look - thanks!
It's cheaper than therapy...but I probably could use that more. 😬 Not that you asked, but I like the lighter...it's just so much brighter which I think might be more suited to this design. ~Robin~
Marly, either linen will end up being very pretty! I’m not sure how the Saltbox Stitcher can have so many samplers going at once, but more power to her! As far as having stash and the cost of it, I always tell my husband that I could be addicted to fine jewelry!! And, we can’t take our money with us!!
Happy Valentine’s Day! Cherie in WI
I appreciate your outlook on not explaining the size of one's stash! I now do not feel I have to keep a moratorium on buying more charts. Or linen. Or floss. It is cheaper than many things.
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