is my chosen red bright enough?
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I may stitch a sample with the Scarlet and also the 355 to compare before I go further. The 355 might not appear much different than what I have done so far even though it has more yellow/orange to it but no harm to try.
I'm surprised I'm even taking the time to stitch since this background situation is distracting me. I just deleted a long rant because no purpose is served or outcome resolved.
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My dad was thrilled when he was able to purchase a used lathe decades ago, and practiced turning on pieces of scrap oak. A few of them were to be candle holders with the recessed center. I need to get organized (of course I will) and have something to hold my scissors nearby. Perfect.
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Hope your week starts darn good and ends even better.
Be safe!
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10 comments:
What a sweet scissor holder made even more special having been made by your dad ;-)
I think no matter which red you choose, it'll look more to your liking once you start adding the arms, upper body and other white-looking parts.
Such a wonderful idea using the candle holder your Dad made and your husband drilled those holes for your scissors. I like the idea of adding a pin cushion or tomato in the middle of the top. Reminds me of the pieces Victoria Sampler in BC, Canada offered in the past.
As soon as I looked at the 355 I thought there was too much orange in it. I like what you've been using.
How cool to have something your dad made as a tool for your use in your makings. I am partial to angels and have an angel panel he carved for me and treasure it.
What a beautiful wooden piece from your Dad Marly. And now it's perfect for your scissors. A little pin cushion or biscornu would be sweet in the center. Funny how colors (particularly reds) seem to change color depending on what linen you are using. I know you will end up with something you love.
I love what your Dad and Mark made. Can't wait to see what you add in the center. :)
I knew my sense of color has always been a bit "off" but, wow....to me 355 looks much duller and muted than 347. But I'll take your word for it. Sweet scissors hold...and sweeter that it's a collaborative effort between dad, husband, and you (pincushion and author of the great idea). ~Robin~
I like that scissor holder. What a nice way to use a piece made by your dad. I can see why you want to audition a few more reds.That red doesn't seem to be as rich looking as the original. I do like the way it looks though. Have a good week.
I'm of no help with the reds this morning, need more coffee I guess. Maybe if other bits were stitched, you might like the stitched red better?
I like what your new scissor holder, awesome that your dad made it, and Mark modified it for you. A tomato on top would be sweet.
Hi Marly: I like that you make your own choices on some colors, I really like the fabric color you chose, just out of curiosity, did you dye this on yourself, I am an inquiring mind.
Totally love the scissor stand, what a grand idea, I have cheap scissors they work just like the 45.00-dollar ones.
Have a great day
Catherine
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