Mojoitis

That's what I have.  Mojoitis.  I am trying to start the heart, having decision issues, and that throws water on the few embers left. 

 

I started with the Charcoal Belfast and for some reason, I can't see well enough to be comfortable.  Using 3.0 mags and I am still hitting the wrong hole, searching, ending one thread off.  Over and over and over.  So I decided to move on to my standby unbleached stiff linen, which means thread color changes, again.  I get so frustrated with the time and effort involved to START a project, that it dampens my enthusiasm.  Happening now. 

 

So I went back to the Pinterest photo, threw it into Paint, and removed the diamond elements as I did with the black background.  Guess what?  I think it looks just fine.  The stark black accented every stitch but with a lighter background, I like it either way.  So do I follow the chart and change nothing?  It would be easier.  I can leave the diamonds for last and add or not.  This is the photo that made me want to stitch this design and I should have referred to it sooner.  I think it may be WDW Gunmetal linen, and I probably have it.

I create my own problems by making changes.  There are times when stitching should be just stitching.  Not rearranging, not overthinking, not planning something different.  Just stitch.  Pick up the freaking needle and go with it.  If you don't like it, move to something else, make a minor change, but don't let it get to the point of ruining the enjoyment.  My last several projects were changed without charting and they weren't easy. Right now, I need to pick up a simple chart and follow the recommended linen and threads.

 

It was high 60's today and Friday will be 30. We took Carole to the doc in torrential rains and winds, he was pleased with her progress, and impressed with the size of my cold sore.

 

Thanks for visiting.

 

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Here's the deal

Check the prior post for more detail and then email me with your pack # choice, in order of preference if more than one. I will draw one name for each pack.  The price is still $15.  I don't like this fabric and you may not like it either except for a few pieces in your batch.  I have other pieces that are current, known count size and color, that I may sell for regular prices. But this is fabric you have not seen, not sure of count, maker, color, so I don't expect you to pay for what is basically, a grab bag, even though some pieces are quite large and neutral.  So please list your preference and email me if you are interested.  I will notify the name drawn by 6PM Saturday.  US only.

 

samplersandsantas@gmail.com

 

Pack #1

 

 

 

Pack #2

 

 

 

Pack #3

 

 

 

Pack #4

 

 

 

 

 

 

For one reason or another....

I do not like this linen.  The color, the texture, the sheen, the thick thread, the heavy fringe. 

 

ALL linen except where noted.  None are over 32 count, some are easy to recognize, others may be 30 or 32.  Can't say for sure so those are not noted.  A few may have a couple of stitches started, the 40" roll has work on the edge for a short distance so I measured from there, not the edge.  Don't know if there are fold lines, some were washed and dried after I dyed them, some were never opened.

 

Do you think $15 per pack shipping included is too much?  Not sure how to do this because I don't know how many are interested.  Should I list one at a time and draw a name or first come all at once?  I went over them twice and bagged them, weighed them, so I am 99% certain that all is correct.
 I will offer them Saturday and let you know how to purchase in a post before then, but thought you might like to see what's in each package first. 

 

So from the Meager Globes Awards, here are the nominees for Linen Leaving.

Pack #1

 28 count    R&R Dark Cappuccino 15 x 26
 28 count    Light green something 19 x 25
                   Something brown 11 x 19
27/28 count    Antique white 18 x 28
                   Something brown 12 x 16
                   Black - Jobelan?  Monaco?  ??  18 x 28
28 count     8 1/4" x 40 antique white

Pack #2

                  Something brown 11 x 18
                  Darker tan 17 x 25
                  Dark brown something 10 x 17
                  Tan 19 x 24
                  Tan 24 x 25

Pack #3
                  Something tan/brown 12 x 16
28 count     Something sagey green 11 x 13
28 count    Something brown 11 x 12
28 count    Antique white 10 x 10
28 count    Tea Dyed/Sandstone 18 x 28
                  Golden tan 18 x 26
                  Tan 13+ x 24
                  Something green 14 x 19
                  Something green 11 x 13  (DMC 503) These two green are one piece with a corner cut
                                                              so I'm listing sizes if the piece was cut into two.
                  Some odd sized pieces for ornaments not measured.

Pack #4

28 count    Tan 10 x 36
                  Clove/Persimmon 9 x 12
28             Antique white 18 x 28
28 count   Something brownish 11 x 16
                 Darker something brownish 12 x 19
                 Black Jobelan or something similar 17 x 18
                 Jobelan (may be Khaki) 17 x 24
                 Antique white 18 x 27
28 count   Something green 5 x 13

Thanks for visiting. 

 

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Loving little

I really like it.  Quick and easy .... if you have a chart to work from, even better. 

 

 

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MISSY!!!

That's not litter!!  That's my crushed walnut shells!!!

 

She is a little sneak and while the boys stay sleeping in the back room, she runs up the stairs and hides.  I knew she was going into my sewing room and closet but didn't think about the plastic bin on the floor under the sewing machine.

 

After many attempts and failures, I'm only using two motifs from the Initial design.  This copper linen is 32 and the first stitch was 28 with a lighter background - much better.  This is too narrow for what the finished length would be. The idea was to have a few rows of over two alpha ending it with over one, then add the middle row down of the Initial chart. I will just complete the letters and crown and call it a day.  Still plan to stitch the original again.

 

The water treatment company is coming tomorrow morning to test our well water and determine what equipment we need.  We plan to cut the leaking top off the monster fiberglass holding tank and take it out to a friend's farm to catch rain water.  It has a spigot on the bottom for a hose so it will work out great for their garden.  If that doesn't work, cutting top and bottom off, laying it down, good shelter for critters.  I'm a recycler!  Ticked me off when I saw the neighbor's trash.  Several on my short road put usable furniture out for pickup instead of donating it, and after Christmas there were laptops, cords, and tons of Christmas string lighting on the road.  Staples takes care of electronics and Lowe's/Home Depot will recycle string lights and fluorescents. 

 

Mark is out shoveling.  Again.  While I try to drink coffee.  The 48 pound cold sore on my lip prevents the cup from making good contact but coffee through a straw isn't the same.  So I'll dribble my way through it.  Yes, I have a cold.

 

Have a good day!

Thanks for visiting.

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The manipulator strikes again

Hello hello hello.  It's snowing.  Fine as fog.  Carole has already determined that trying to get up and down her driveway tomorrow would not be advisable, so she is changing her appointment to Thursday when we are sure the snow will be gone.  She is seeing improvement and continuing on the meds.

 

Stitching was stalled when our 80 gallon tank with the chlorinator sprung leaks and Carole called with a flooded bathroom at the same time.  Mark was kept busy!  Still waiting for parts to repair Carole's faucet and the vanity is drying out. Our replacement fiberglass tank is over $800 without installation.  Ridiculous.  After removing the equipment and changing the plumbing, we once again have working water in the house and need to have it tested and start over again.  

 

 I am anxious to see if my idea to expand the Chessie design will work.  My second choice for the 2017 start was Kathy's Black Heart.  But I've mentioned before about being a lazy stitcher and wanted the easiest route to a finish, so I did it again.  Changed the layout and adjusted the design to my level.  The project doesn't have to be advanced, it could be an easy stitch, but I need simplicity these days.  

I'm not a motif stitcher, prefer the letters and verse which is part of being a little lazy.  I know the letter patterns by heart, much easier and quicker than constantly referring to the chart for motif's stitch placement. Errors are rampant when I attempt such designs.  But I love this project.  So I removed all the diamond shaped elements which gives me more leeway if my placement is off a stitch.  Or two.  What do you think?  Haven't decided on the linen color yet, but it will be dark.

Taking it even further, I rearranged the bottom area, replaced the angel with a larger peacock and moved the bee to the bottom.  More room for errors!  I expanded the top area up a little more too.  Not sure if reworking designs will become a habit to accommodate my lack of stitching enthusiasm.  Seems to be happening more often!  I think making a project simpler for me may be the key to continuing to stitch.  Mojo is still not healthy, I know my patience and tolerance levels, and changes to help prevent reaching them may keep the needle moving. 

I like the final working and feel I can handle this, my next project after the Scottish Initial redux.

 

There are still a few items for sale on the tab if anyone is interested.  Will keep it up for a few more days.

 

Thanks for visiting!!

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