Why I got an A+

Found two larger ones at Agway, none were as large as previous years but we've had so little rain this summer it may be why.

No you can't actually see those errors, which is why I got an A+.  

1.  I started one row down instead of two.

2.  One stitch has two threads on the left side and three on the right.  The stitch beneath was in turn one thread off as was the rest of the border.

3.  I aligned the rows to the border, not realizing it was off.

4.  I had to create a three thread stitch in the right border to line it up with the left (or remove the left), and then do the same at the bottom edges to lengthen them.  Otherwise, the border would have run into the body.  Since the first row was up one, that error actually helped.  It got to the point I was quite confused!!  Why was I too low if I was following the border error, and with the body starting one row higher?  WTH??

And there you have it!!  This would have been noticeable on 28 count but not on 40.  I checked placement on the spool to make sure the added rows would not create a problem.  They don't!

What's next?  Big or little?  One of each?

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Open that Magma!

And there tiny Bethia is resting.

 The eyelet stitches that will secure her lacing to the spool will be the last stitches.

The story behind the stitch.

And I received a reply from Christmas in the Barn.  YES!!!  They do have the sepia and color prints of the Biblical Wreath,  $21.95 total.  If Kimber Lee had not mentioned it I would not have resumed my search of years ago.  These prints were popular and are finally available again.  I have one but ordered another since mine has a crease.  A reader was searching for this several years ago and I can't remember who!!  If interested, here is the link again 

https://www.facebook.com/Christmasinthebarnok

I'm going for a ride today and hoping to find a large pumpkin.  Haven't seen any yet that are.

I'm shipping the tags tomorrow, giving them one more day for the finish to harden and cure.  Thanks!!

Have a good day.

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Second post in a day but these are cool!

Never saw these before, like 'em!!  Braided corn stalk cobs.  Found them here Factory Direct Crafts.  Not many left and thought some of you that love to decorate for this dratted season may be interested.

 Last from year to year.

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Rounding the corner

to another finish!  I should accomplish that today if the eyes settle down.  

Thanks for the tag purchases!  Will be labeling and getting them ready to ship.  Hopefully they will be at the post office tomorrow but I have to make sure the finish is dried hard.  Good thing I didn't glue on labels before the sale because no one chose the Forgive and I thought that would be the one.  Wrong again!!

To Kimber Lee, I am sorry your Biblical Wreath is ruined!!  I am so glad my sister and I have one.  I found this site which claims to offer the sepia and also color version, takes you to Paypal for payment, I am emailing to see if this 3 year old post is legit. 
I read your blog and between Down's, adhd/odd, and your elderly gram, you rock girl!!  Makes me realize my family issues are one drop in the bucket.

Have a great Sunday in fricking Fall.

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Saturday

October.  I pulled out the winter clothes (yes it's been very cold) and nothing fits.  I used two gallons of distilled water in my floor stand steamer to make all my knits wider.  It works but only if the garment is laid on a bed and smoothed/stretched or taped to the larger size.  Steaming in that position doesn't create a ruffled edge or wonky seam from trying to stretch as I go.  I have quilts, not puffy comforters, so I have a fairly flat surface to use.  The arrogant and fiesty sweaters that refuse to give in are taped or pinned into the next size.  Yep.  I've done it before and needed it again.  

 I thought about Noom, WW is a nuisance having to look up all foods and work out points for loved recipes.  I tried it before, but do not have a phone to constantly check points, but it does work for many.  Still may be an option but not my first choice.  When I lost before, it was just by reason.  I cut out the continual food grabs and sweets.  One evening snack a day, light meals, healthy choices.  It worked.  Getting through the first several days without sugar was tough but after, I had no issues, even when baking pies and cookies for mom several times a week.  So why can't I do it again?   Changing "can't" to "won't" is key isn't it?  

So the tag sale for the black ones is tonight.  If there are more requests than I have tags, Mark said he will cut more.  

We visited the large Amish greenhouse in Mercer and found mums the size of bushels, 5 for $27.50!!  Tight buds, anxious for them to open.  They were sold out of yellow, I got orange for myself and Carole and one for my neighbor in red.  She has red doors on her house which I thought would be perfect, but she planted it in the backyard.  The decorative pots they sell here are not hardy mums, but I didn't say anything.  I thought she would put it on her porch or steps out front! 

Enjoy your Saturday!

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Wooden tags

Hi folks.  Thanks for the prayers and good wishes, Mike is coming home and doing amazing.  His previous stress and other tests were all good, they were surprised at this attack.  Most people as they age develop minor blockages (20% - 40%), his may have been more, and plaque from elsewhere could have broken loose, lodged, and caused the closure.  

The tag sale will be tomorrow (Friday) at 7 pm and the offer for the sampler designs will be first.  You can email me samplersandsantas@gmail.com and let me know which label you prefer.  Abe, Forgive, or the House.  Honestly, I don't like Abe's gray tones on the wood.

I will offer the black Halloween on Saturday evening at 7 pm.  

Size is 3.5" high and 2.5" wide on 1/4" poplar wood, sueded cording tie will be included.

Price is $10 includes shipping in the US only.  Paypal is fine, 123 GC is fine, check is fine.  

To unknown - thank you for your research on Annie.  It was very nice of you to offer the story.  We are assuming a grandchild is putting fresh flowers on her parents' grave.  My brother was grateful to hear the family history and put to rest the question of tragic accident or illness as her demise. 

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