Deborah- I see your fabric is all penciled in. You seem to have an eye for design. And learning a new stitch is always good!

I finished Lesson 1 and have marked and started Lesson 2.  I hope to attach a photo.  If it doesn’t show up on this post I will do it separately.  I used wheat ear stitch in my first half circle.  New have stitched it before so a new stitch learned.

It’s quiet here! I guess everyone is busy working on Lesson 2. I am here for questions, comments, concerns…

Hi Sarah,

I purchase the 32 x 40″ acid-free mat board for my finishing work and have used it in the construction of fabric covered boxes. Fortunately, I can easily cut it using my rotary cutter and mat on my large quilting table. I just wanted to make sure that what I typically use is what you had listed on the supply list. Thank you for your…[Read more]

Hi Marie,

I believe the US equivalent is Mat Board- specifically you are looking for something without a foam core. Ideally acid free but it doesn’t need to be museum grade (which is what the Alpha Rag is).

A little research tells me that in the US matboard is typically sold in pieces 32×40″ which will be more than plenty to make up the box but…[Read more]

It looks great ! The colors are striking!

Two half medallions completed

Decorative stitch and outline added

Build out with another pencil line and a decorative stitch

Fill in the half-round

Draw the half-round lines

Dawn says she is traveling, but she will reply when she gets back home.  She also said that most of the stitches are over two linen threads, so those will work fine on Aida.

Deborah…. I love the colors and the double herringbone. Good job. Thanks for sharing.

I agree with Rona. Prayers for you and your family. Looking forward to seeing your progress. I’m trying stitches that are new or ones I’m not comfortable doing to practice.

Best wishes to you and your sister, Barbara! I too find needlework a big help for my mental health!

Anneliese,  Thanks you so much for mentioning the stitch reference from RSN.  I had not been aware of it and it is wonderful.  I love the section on how the stitches can be used.  So much can be gained by sharing in classes !

Bonnie