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- Sun Oct 22, 2017 2:53 pm
- Forum: Tips & Tricks
- Topic: Re: Any help please...
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1394
Re: Any help please...
I too use a combination of XXXX and ///// \\\\\\\ depending on how far apart the stitches are and where I want to end up. On my current piece, I have started making a copy of my chart and marking the stitches I have done with a highlighter marker. I am finding I get lost on the chart if I'm not care...
- Tue Sep 12, 2017 4:42 pm
- Forum: All other crafts
- Topic: Serinde lives up to her name update 30 Apr 2024
- Replies: 222
- Views: 87120
Re: Serinde lives up to her name update 26August17
Lovely weaving, Serinde! This past year I have done some very simple weaving from watching videos. The type using card board to weave phone pouches etc. I started out weaving with sz 10 crochet thread wrapped on a cd jewel case. I did the weaving with a tapestry needle. That was just to get the feel...
- Sun Jun 18, 2017 1:56 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Where has everyone gone?
- Replies: 232
- Views: 50957
Re: Where has everyone gone?
I took a break from stitching after the first of the year as I was wanting to do some thread crochet. Recently I started on my annual hats I crochet for charity so they will be ready for fall. Truth be told, I'm anxious to get back to my stitching. I would like to start on my Christmas card stitchin...
- Tue Jan 31, 2017 12:04 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: How much time ?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 372
Re: How much time ?
I usually stitch 2-3 hours in the evening with the tv on. I'm retired and have some health issues, so some evenings I'm not really up to stitching. I only do one project at a time unless something special comes up. I also rotate in a crochet project now and then.
- Tue Jan 31, 2017 11:44 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: For yourself or others....
- Replies: 17
- Views: 710
Re: For yourself or others....
I stitch because I enjoy it and find it relaxing. I sometimes make Christmas or birthday cards to send to others. I give only to those in my immediate family that I know will like them. About 90% of what I make I press and put away. I eventually plan to put them into a photo album. It is 12x 12 in. ...
- Sun Jan 08, 2017 1:44 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Stitchy Christmas presents
- Replies: 13
- Views: 469
Re: Stitchy Christmas presents
You and the opals are both beautiful! I love opals.
That is a great selection of needle threaders. What a thoughtful gift!
That is a great selection of needle threaders. What a thoughtful gift!
- Mon Dec 05, 2016 4:40 pm
- Forum: All other crafts
- Topic: Question about Tatting
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2723
Re: Question about Tatting
I'm a little late to the party here! I've tried shuttle tatting. I never progressed beyond the basic knot (such as joining etc.) but it wasn't too difficult. I intend to try again at some point. I do have a little difficulty controlling the thread in my left hand but I have that problem with thread ...
- Thu Nov 24, 2016 10:51 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Opinions sought!!
- Replies: 22
- Views: 558
Re: Opinions sought!!
What creative gifts, I love them both!
- Sat Nov 12, 2016 3:27 pm
- Forum: All other crafts
- Topic: Doing a bit of crochet
- Replies: 71
- Views: 6925
Re: Doing a bit of crochet
Your projects all look lovely! Crochet is my other hobby.
- Sat Oct 29, 2016 5:38 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: need help from glasses wearers
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1190
Re: need help from glasses wearers
I wear regular bifocals. They work fine for my stitching.
- Sat Oct 29, 2016 5:26 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Happy Forumversary curly sue!!!
- Replies: 2
- Views: 252
Re: Happy Forumversary curly sue!!!
Thank you! This is such an inspiring place to be a part of!
- Sat Oct 15, 2016 10:51 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Heirloom pieces from the Ukraine
- Replies: 13
- Views: 568
Re: Heirloom pieces from the Ukraine
What a lovely gift!
- Mon Aug 22, 2016 10:27 am
- Forum: All other crafts
- Topic: Sewing machine recommendations
- Replies: 27
- Views: 3310
Re: Sewing machine recommendations
My parents called the gas pedal a "foot feed"!
- Sat Jul 23, 2016 10:56 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Sorry to say
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1203
Re: Sorry to say
I'm sorry to hear this. I hope you can come back some time when you can!
- Sat Jul 23, 2016 10:52 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Hi everyone *shyly waves*
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1359
Re: Hi everyone *shyly waves*
I remember you also, welcome back!
- Sat Jul 23, 2016 10:47 pm
- Forum: Stitch-A-Long
- Topic: Mabel's other stitching
- Replies: 880
- Views: 72794
Re: Mabel's other stitching
Mabel, your work is always so lovely! You are truly an inspiration!
- Fri Jul 15, 2016 8:23 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Do you order Cross Stitch Magazines?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 430
Re: Do you order Cross Stitch Magazines?
I enjoy the British magazines. I generally order the specialty issues directly online. I would have to drive about 10 miles to buy locally. Sometimes Joann's is out of stock when I get there.
- Sat Jul 09, 2016 1:40 pm
- Forum: All other crafts
- Topic: Sewing machine recommendations
- Replies: 27
- Views: 3310
Re: Sewing machine recommendations
I'm glad you found the right machine for your needs! You can usually tell when a negative review is unwarranted. Happy sewing!
- Tue Jun 28, 2016 9:48 am
- Forum: All other crafts
- Topic: Sewing machine recommendations
- Replies: 27
- Views: 3310
Re: Sewing machine recommendations
I have a mechanical Janome and am very happy with it. I would rather not have computerized but that is just my personal preference.
- Mon Jun 06, 2016 11:15 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Mounting stitches to oval or circular bezels?
- Replies: 2
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Re: Mounting stitches to oval or circular bezels?
I've never done this before, but wouldn't you cut the fabric slightly larger but in the same shape as your bezel? I would practice with scrap fabric.