The cabin

 The fricking cabin.

I started the cabin first since it's the largest block of stitches.  Trying to convert the WDW to DMC took some time, finally found an up to date listing.  And of course, had to change a few on this linen, but then revamped the chart.  The second story windows did not align with the first, didn't like the door placement.  OCD fixes were good, until I stitched them off one row, corrected incorrectly (yep, it's possible).  Twice.  Replaced a few logs.  The charcoal thread looked odd in places, why ? .... because dark green strands were in the charcoal floss bag and very similar.  Did not notice during stitching.  Now an entire family of frogs lives in this cabin.  I could have built a real cabin in the time taken to stitch this!  Hmmm.  Looking at this photo, there are three rows of light chinking instead of two.  Dammit.  What was distracting me since I knew it was two rows throughout?  Need a minute to think .... is the rain stopping soon or can I set it to flame in the garage?  

The new project bags are hanging everywhere, making me feel as if I'm in a shop.  I can see the charts, making it very difficult to choose only one for my next stitch.  Really.  Browsing through a stack doesn't compare.  They are on cabinets, lamps, in baskets, very distracting and I love it.

Both sides of the lamp!

One more window to paint when the replacement sash comes in two weeks.  First time painting white over taupe, three coats don't seem enough, but it is for me.  Two brands, same coverage.

Hope everyone is OK.

Got a light?

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Finish!

 Jane Moore 1825

The Wishing Thorn

46 count, dmc, minor changes, no border, 4.5" square

Boom.

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A find

Hello people.  

Just came from a quick trip to Hobby Lobby and wanted to share.  In the clearance section, new to me, I spotted several framed prints of various size.  Wow.  Wide frame and solid wood, both 24x36, perfect to cut down and frame two of my largest samplers.  One was $22.49, the other $34.99 ($115 originally).  What a deal!  Most trips are for a specific item, browsing the entire store would require food, drink, my brace, and a rest area.  The clearance wall happened to be at the notions/sewing department which was lucky for me.

Close .......

Enjoy your day.

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Soon ....

 Only two birds, name, date, bingo.  

Soon.

The Wishing Thorn Jane Moore 1825

Heart motifs changed to doodad motifs. 

The simple single row border will be left off.  So far, no placement errors, why chance it?  On 46, quite easy to miss one linen thread.  My hot flashes are back, certainly not as intense as years ago, but still tempt hissy fits at the slightest frustration.

I am really very tired.  I need to start doing seated exercises since the knee has limited my mobility for a year, even though I detest it. 

Enjoyed your Friday?

Hope Saturday is even better.

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A sweet little

 Isn't Jane sweet?  

Under five inches on 46, loving this sampler.

The two glove fingers turned out to be a help!  Not tacky yet they grip the needle, have not dropped it once.  I've used these gloves to remove pet hair from upholstery and whenever I need help with a secure hold (like my paint brush or glassware when cleaning cupboards).  I can't trust my grip and have been dropping too many items. Now for stitching when needed!

Scott has finished this room, wall cracks are covered, now the windows, grilles, and trim to paint.  Easier without his equipment in this small area.

Hope all is well.

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Cracking me up

 My right thumb has returned to painful cracks at each corner of my nail, and now my index finger wanted in on the action.  Both of those nails have peeled, weakened, and are as short as possible making the tip even more tender.  Using cleaners and paint, fillers, has I'm sure made it all worse.

The limited stitching time has been spent on Jane Moore 1825 (The Wishing Thorn) on 46 count.  Two errors, don't care, not important.  Spewing a few expletives satisfied my frustration.

Scott is basically done with that back room off the family room/kitchen.  Tomorrow he will install the crown moulding on the kitchen cabinets which won't take long.  I did not realize that the other projects and bath remodel are not possible.  The brace limits his mobility involving stairs, and there is no way he can manage up and down as needed for cutting wood and such.  So disappointed.  He really is excellent.  The other carpenter that replaced our windows and is a perfectionist, is recovering from two years of chemo.  Still in demand and accepting jobs during his recovery, but the stairs would be a challenge and I would not even ask him.

I'm having a problem with a link for those bags that doesn't include my order info, will attempt again when I have more time.  If you are interested, search Amazon for zippered mesh bag with handles.  They are listed as student, document, puzzle, game, travel, and other descriptions.  The mesh is breathable, better for linen than my plastic, and holds its shape very well.

Tootsie has never had a litter yet gets nailed by these guys on my deck every few months.  Ollie is her boyfriend, always on her, the orange nasty feral fights with him.  Too smart for trap, too feral for handling.  After dealing with this for days, I thought it was once again over.  Nope.  Two new fellows, solid black juvenile and large smoke gray are here all day and she really puts on a show for them.  When I scare them away, she cries and runs after them!  I give up.  Our three were all neutered very young and it never calmed their urges, just prevented litters.

Off to bed with Neosporin, Cetaphil, Hand Repair, and blue fingers.

Hope all is well with everyone.

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