April Update

So, you think I've stopped doing anything altogether, don't you? Well, that's not exactly true - I have done a few things.

One is that I've finished Helga and Barbara's Back on the Road Again mystery. This was such a fun project. It is the first mystery stitch along that I've ever been a part of, and think that the smaller sections and the bright colors made it easier for me to complete.





I've also done part 2.2 of Pam's Valentine Mystery. I'm so far behind, but do plan to finish the project.





I've also started on April's Bride's Tree ornament - which seems to be moving along rather quickly... so maybe it won't be SO long before the next post! If you're interested, go over to the Bride's Tree blog to see what all the others are doing!

Valentine Mystery

I have finished the next rotation of Pam Kellog's Kitty and Me 2008 Valentine Mystery It is coming along beautifully. I think I used a different color on the side backstitched border than Pam suggested, but still think it is pretty. I haven't been crazy about doing backstitch in the past, but enjoyed doing these because they resulted in such a pretty border.

By the way, Pam has recently published a book, Elegant Crazy Quilt Seam Treatments, an eBook that is now available. Pam is a cross stitch designer, and you can see her book and designs at her etsy shop.

Another Mystery

I'm a member of the wXSw yahoo group - Wonderful Cross Stitch World - and one of the things we could participate in is a cross stitch project, 2008 On the Road Again Mystery. One section of a chart is made available at various intervals of time. I believe three parts of four have been made available, but I've just finished Part I. This cute design was created by Barbara Ana and Helga Mandl. If I remember correctly, January 15 was the sign-up deadline to receive the free mystery charts, but it will be available later for sale. The designers have said that all profits from the sale of this chart will go to charity.

I have really enjoyed stitching this piece. It is done on 14ct Aida in a muted, darker tone. It came from my old stash, so I don't know the exact name. DMC threads are used, and gave me my first opportunity to work with the Variations line. I LOVE them. They differ from variegated, made up of tones of the same color. Variations have tones of coordinating colors. The roof and heart both use Variations, and there will be more in upcoming sections!! Stay tuned...

What am I working on?

I've started stitching on the 2008 Valentine Myster from Kitty and Me Designs. At least one person has completed the first part, and I've only just begun! Hopefully this week it will begin to take shape!!

2008 Mystery Valentine SAL

I've started the 2008 Valentine Mystery Stitch Along with Pam Kellogg over at Kitty & Me Designs. If you hop over there you'll see that someone has already completed the first part of the challenge, and I've only just begun. I'll update with pictures later.