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Christinia Finished and A New Start - Ruth Bachelor

I finally finished Christinia Cathcart by Samplar Workes on Sunday.  As you recall this was my Olympic 2012 start.  I had planned on getting this done last year but other things (and projects) got in the way.



Stitched on 40-ct Lakeside Magnolia using HDF

As a part of Nicola's Scarlet Letter Year, I decided to do Ruth Bacheler 1717. The colors in this are really bright and stand out on the fabric. The only thing that gave me a little trouble at first is the counted satin stitch over 3.  It is not graphed very well on the chart but after looking at some other stitcher's WIPS I finally figured it out.  The only change that I have made is the chain underneath the first row of the satin stitched alphabet - changed this from a satin stitch to a normal cross stitch.


Stitched on 40-ct Lakeside Pecan Butter using DMC

I only have four more chemo treatments to go.  I was suppose to have a treatment this week but due to my platelet count being really low they have moved my treatment to next week. They have also decided that I will have a treatment every three weeks instead of every two weeks since it is taking my body longer to replace the platelets that the chemo is killing.

Thank you once again for all your kind thoughts, words, prayers and comments. They are truly appreciated and lift my spirits. Happy stitching my friends....
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ginnyt said…
I love your blog; hang in there, you're almost there!!!
February 13, 2013 at 11:28 AM
Ann at Beadlework. said…
Lovely finish and lovely start. The colours of the Ruth design really stand out - I always like your choice of fabric. I'll keep good thoughts for you.
February 13, 2013 at 11:38 AM
Danielle said…
Robert, both of your projects look fab!!! Love the bright colors. Continued prayers are with you and hoping the rest of your treatments go well.
February 13, 2013 at 11:50 AM
Krista said…
What a beautiful finish on Christinia Cathcart! This is one of my favorites I hope to do too, I love all these bright colors. Congrats! Ruth looks to be a colorful one too. Sending you lots of positive energy and hope your treatments go well. Have a great day!
February 13, 2013 at 12:10 PM
Katrina said…
Christina is just beautiful and I love your Ruthie start!!!!! Lots of prayers you get through the chemo soon.
February 13, 2013 at 12:15 PM
Margaret said…
Christina is gorgeous! Congratulations on finishing her! Love your Ruth so far as well. I will continue prayers for your chemo and recovery.
February 13, 2013 at 12:32 PM
Catherine said…
Beautiful stitching!! Continued thoughts and prayers for you...
February 13, 2013 at 12:48 PM
Cindy said…
Beautiful Samplers. Thoughts and prayers as you complete your chemo therapy.
February 13, 2013 at 1:19 PM
Fiona said…
Love your Chjristina Cathcart, she is really pretty. Hope your chemo goes well and that your recovery is not too arduous.
February 13, 2013 at 2:06 PM
Faye said…
Hang in there Robert!!! You are amazing!!! And, so is your stitching.....
February 13, 2013 at 3:39 PM
valerie said…
Gorgeous finish on Christina! I've never seen this sampler before. Gorgeous colors and simple verse. I am looking forward to seeing your progress on Ruth Batchelor. She is so pretty! Hope your treatments continue to go well.
February 13, 2013 at 4:05 PM
dixiesamplar said…
How lovely, Robert...she is a beauty!

Glad to hear you in such good spirits...continued success with your treatments and God Bles you and your family.
February 13, 2013 at 4:47 PM
Samplings from Spring Creek said…
Your Olympic sampler is beautiful!

Excellent choice with Ruth, glad you resolved the chain stitch count

Positive healing thoughts are being sent your way!
February 13, 2013 at 6:09 PM
Julie M said…
Congrats on your finish and what a lovely new start!

Chemo sucks. Glad to hear you are almost done. Hang in there!
February 13, 2013 at 6:44 PM
Melissa said…
Congratulations, Robert on the beautiful finish. I ordered this chart because of you! I wonder if you can share your HDF conversion, that would be much appreciated.

Beautiful start on Ruth B - the colours are so happy & cherry.

Hang in there with the chemo. Take good care. Happy healing thought are being sent to you!
February 13, 2013 at 7:23 PM
Barb said…
Christina Cathcart is just beautiful. Good luck with the rest of your treatments.
February 13, 2013 at 9:15 PM
Mary said…
Such a beautiful finish, I love the colors of Ruth, wishing the best for you.
February 14, 2013 at 9:44 AM
Susan said…
Christina is a beautiful piece. Ruth *is* bright but the colors work so well together and I love the fabric your working on. Sending thoughts as you finish up your chemo treatments.
February 14, 2013 at 4:11 PM
Pam Tanner said…
Robert, you are going to have to stop picking out such beautiful patterns to do! Now, I (and my sister) will have to add this one to our "wish list." Please take care of yourself!
February 15, 2013 at 11:13 AM
SonjaC said…
Both samplers are gorgeous, I have Ruth in a stretcher frame, it has been there for about a year!! I had problems as well trying to figure out the satin stitches. I will take heart from you and maybe try it again.
February 15, 2013 at 9:15 PM
Constance said…
Love your samplers. Your work is just so neat and precise. Keep up the fine handwork and thank for sharing. Constance from Utah
February 16, 2013 at 11:58 PM
Natalia said…
Robert, it is so good to hear from you. Your finish is beautiful and I love Ruth. Take good care of yourself. God bless you.
February 20, 2013 at 8:17 PM
Karoline said…
Christina is gorgeous, congratulations. Great start on Ruth, she's looking lovely
February 24, 2013 at 2:53 AM
Kevin said…
Really admire your work, Robert. Beautiful stuff here. Sorry to read about your treatments, and sure hope you're feeling ok. Look forward to following your progress on Ruth. That's going to be a beauty for sure!
February 25, 2013 at 6:24 AM
janita m said…
What a beautiful samplers you make, amazing work
February 26, 2013 at 1:38 AM
janita m said…
I want to do this to, I have buy some patroons off Scarlet letter a few years ago. Time to start and it is nice to do that together . Lucky me that i find this blog.
February 26, 2013 at 2:42 AM
Laurence said…


I discover your blog with great pleasure.
I'll visit it quietly tomorrow and I feel that I am going to feast.
Lo
February 26, 2013 at 4:44 PM
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