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| MagnoliaWhisper |
Posted - Aug 11 2007 : 11:55:20 AM
Ok, how long does it take you all to do a set? For me it takes at least 2 months, that's why I didn't join the swap (where you do 2 sets).
Am I just slow?
Here's the set I'm working on now for my inlaws anniversary.
Heather |
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| Alee |
Posted - Aug 12 2007 : 9:18:45 PM
That is beautiful work and the pillow cases for the swap can just be decorated if you want. Instead of embroidering since I don't have alot of practice with it- I am going to tat on to the edges of my pillowcases. Just food for thought incase you still want to join :)
Alee
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| frannie |
Posted - Aug 12 2007 : 9:08:46 PM
you're too cute, heather. the reason i cant is that it just doesnt match up with my personality. i do scrap crafts, and sew and do some other things, i dabble hear and there. but when it comes to doing fine embroidery or needlework i am horrible. so horrible that i feel all knotted up when i try to do it, it doesnt relax me.
i have tried off and on over the years, cause i really admire the work, and i utilize some of the vintage work in my crafts if it is frayed or damaged in some way.
i tried counted cross stitch when i was younger. both sides of my work looked the same......bad.
here is an example:
i have posted this pic before. all of these items are made from something embroidered or cross stitched or knitted....but not by me. i just took these discarded items that i think are beautiful and turned them into something else.
if i could embroider a pillow case, or do some of the crochet or tatted pieces like you and some of the other farmgirls i would be
very proud of the work, and i wouldnt care how long it took.
but i have found a way to take the damaged older pieces and turn them into something and not want to scream while im crafting.
this is always a good sign to me that i am probably doing somethin i may not be capable of doing.
but i am a big fan of those who do crafts other than what i can do. please keep posting pics of your work....i for one dont mind waiting even for 2 months to see what you have created.
love
fran
(http://farmfolks-frannie.blogspot.com/) |
| MagnoliaWhisper |
Posted - Aug 12 2007 : 7:04:04 PM
Thanks Queen, I will.
They are for my inlaws anniversary. This one should be done in about 4 more days I think. Then it's the other one! lol I hope I can get them done by their anniversary. (end of Sept) |
| queenofdreamsz4u |
Posted - Aug 12 2007 : 6:14:20 PM
I love that design! Be sure to post a picture of them when they are completed.
...til next time ~ queenofdreamsz
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| MagnoliaWhisper |
Posted - Aug 12 2007 : 11:22:43 AM
Thanks Frannie. Is there a reason you can't? I know some people have too bad arthritus or can't see well enough. But, if you don't have those problems, I must say it's pretty easy to learn and you could probably learn.
And Annie yeah that's the thing, finding the time! I rarely have much time sometimes it's days between times I get to work on it, sometimes up to a week. |
| frannie |
Posted - Aug 12 2007 : 11:19:49 AM
for those of us who couldnt do this kind of work, me, 2 months sounds very reasonable.
the one you showed is very beautiful.
lucky in-laws.
love
fran
(http://farmfolks-frannie.blogspot.com/) |
| Annie S |
Posted - Aug 12 2007 : 10:27:11 AM
Just beautiful!!!! Love your work. And I agree - best to go slow and do it right the first time and not rush. Your in-laws will love the fact that you took the time to make them something very special. I've been doing blocks for a quilt for the past 4 years inbetween my knitting, crocheting, sewing, etc. Sometimes it's rather hard to find time or a day to just sit down and do your craft work.
Peace and love.
Annie |
| MagnoliaWhisper |
Posted - Aug 12 2007 : 09:15:48 AM
Thanks Nancy. :) |
| Nancy Gartenman |
Posted - Aug 12 2007 : 08:14:54 AM
Very pretty Heather, there is no time limit on beautiful work like that.
NANCY JO
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| MagnoliaWhisper |
Posted - Aug 12 2007 : 08:07:24 AM
Thanks Nance! |
| Nance in France |
Posted - Aug 12 2007 : 03:37:11 AM
Heather, two months doesn't sound long to me, when you consider that they will be treasured for years and years! Beautifully wrought, too! Nance |
| MagnoliaWhisper |
Posted - Aug 11 2007 : 4:18:11 PM
Whew I'm not the only one! :) YEAH! :) lol
Maybe we will have to have a "slow" swapping! lol
I have to get into yo yo's I think too! |
| janetinva123 |
Posted - Aug 11 2007 : 2:29:32 PM
well i do have to say i have 2 embroidery projects sitting in a bag not finished but once I sit my mind to it I'll get them done. Right now I am so addicted to yo-yo's
Jc
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| britchickny |
Posted - Aug 11 2007 : 2:22:47 PM
Heather, I am the same! I wanted to sign up but just knew that there was no way I would get them done in time! I am just slower perhaps with my projects! I am still knitting a striped poncho that I started 2 years ago! Your work is lovely and you can tell that you are taking your time and will have a lovely gift to give.
Angie.
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2 |
| Cheryl |
Posted - Aug 11 2007 : 1:27:46 PM
Your work is just beautiful.
Cheryl
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 |
| MagnoliaWhisper |
Posted - Aug 11 2007 : 12:39:29 PM
Thanks every one! And wow I wish I could go that fast Jane. I will have to work on that. I do wish I could get more done. Because there is so many I want to get done! lol |
| janetinva123 |
Posted - Aug 11 2007 : 12:12:01 PM
that is a very nice pattern and great work. i am a fast embroider and i can do something like that in a week or two.
Jc
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| Utahfarmgirl |
Posted - Aug 11 2007 : 12:07:51 PM
Heather, your work is beautiful. Better to go slow and have such lovely results than to rush through, not enjoy doing it because you're rushing, and end up with a finished product you're not happy with. I applaud you. Everything these days is rush, rush, rush. No time for craftsmanship.
Farmgirl hug,
Patricia
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| Aunt Jenny |
Posted - Aug 11 2007 : 12:07:03 PM
I love that pattern ...realy really nice. With me it depends on how busy I am ..or how little I am able to sleep. I do alot of stitching late at night when I have trouble sleeping.
Jenny in Utah
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| sunshine |
Posted - Aug 11 2007 : 11:59:52 AM
very pretty
have a lovely day and may God bless you and keep you safe
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