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Stitching & Crafting Room: What Are You Working On Today? #2 |
MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7227 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
7227 Posts |
Posted - Mar 12 2021 : 2:27:07 PM
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Finished another UFO yesterday! I have had this one for over 5 years now, so I'm glad it's done! And the crazy part is that it was super simple lol. I don't know why I waited so long! It's a towel and appliqué kit.
Krista |
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3139 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3139 Posts |
Posted - Mar 12 2021 : 5:47:32 PM
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Krista - doesn't it feel good to get those UFO's done!?! What a cute yoda too. I can't believe your son wasn't into it.
Marie - I'll have to look into that. I have a lot of jeans that could use some mending!!!
I'm hoping to work on my diamond painting tomorrow. Not sure I'll get it done though. Those things take a while! I need to do some sewing next week for some swaps. I want to make a little flag for the barn yard. I only have a Christmas flag. Anyone ever make one? Is there anything I need to do or not do?
~Heather Farmgirl Sister #4701 September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2278 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2278 Posts |
Posted - Mar 13 2021 : 5:00:09 PM
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I'm redoing a desk with chalk paint. It has one coat now. I'm also painting an old suitcase and a frame.
Vanessa Farmgirl Sister #6754
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7227 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
7227 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2021 : 12:46:35 PM
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Heather, it feels great. I still have so many though lol. I need to step up my process!
Vanessa, that looks like a fun project! Please share what it looks like done.
Krista |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
6717 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
6717 Posts |
Posted - Mar 15 2021 : 2:51:00 PM
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Oh I love that little desk Vanessa. I can not wait to see it when your finished.
Big Hugs, Debbie #1582 Blessed in Oregon Farmgirl of the Month September 2012 and February 2018
“My altars are My Mountains and the ocean.” Lord Byron”
Women are Angels,and when someone breaks our wings we simply continue to fly on our Broomsticks. We’re flexible like that.
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AndreaPA
True Blue Farmgirl
541 Posts
Andrea
Factoryville
PA
USA
541 Posts |
Posted - Mar 16 2021 : 4:11:14 PM
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Here is the little mushroom I made and the afghan I am working on. I'm making the wolf. This booklet has different panels, borders and corners that you can mix and match. The center panel is done, I just couldn't fit it all in the picture. I tried making the corner pieces and finally gave up. I tried 2 different ones and ripped the second one out three times. This dark grey yarn is so hard to see. I can't seem to count the stitches or find the right places for the next round of stitches. The border is going much better. So I'm going to make the top and bottom borders go all the way across. I started to crochet as a way to relax so I'm not going to try those square corner things again with this project.
Vanessa that desk is so cute! I can't wait to see it finished along with the other items you are working on.
Krista I love your owl and Yoda is adorable!
Mushroom, maybe over stuffed.
Here is the wolf afghan. I need to work on my yarn color changes, didn't realize how hairy he looked until I looked at the picture.
Here's a better look at the border. This will be attached to one long side and I have a lot more to do!
Andrea Farmgirl# 8166
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3957 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3957 Posts |
Posted - Mar 16 2021 : 8:37:49 PM
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Try using a strong overhead lamp or a full spectrum light to see the stitches in the dark yarn. I have learned to feel the stitches also.
Marie Sister #5142 Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2694 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
2694 Posts |
Posted - Mar 16 2021 : 9:23:01 PM
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Cute projects everyone... inspiring. You are all so talented. I recently started crocheting again, easiest stitch I could find, haven't crocheted since grade school, a long time ago. Its helped with the emotional roller coaster of losing my dad recently... I just finished my first afghan... reminds me of my mother, she always crocheted growing up and we always seemed to have an afghan or two on the back of the couch. Something I find so comforting.
Dreamer42 Farmgirl Sister #7038 |
Edited by - Dreamer42 on Mar 16 2021 9:24:06 PM |
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NatChap
True Blue Farmgirl
441 Posts
Natalie
Clarkesville
GA
USA
441 Posts |
Posted - Mar 17 2021 : 10:20:26 AM
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April, That afghan is beautiful! Wishing you condolences for losing your dad. Memories are the treasure to remember them by, and his spirit is alive. Crochet increases dopamine and calms the mind. It's a go-to drug to help sooth. The memories of comfort such as your mother crocheting is like a warm hug. Crochet and caffeine are my drugs of choice in life. But above all, God is the best comforter. Keep feeding your soul and mind with things that comfort you and bring you joy.
Keep shining! Natalie
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7227 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
7227 Posts |
Posted - Mar 17 2021 : 1:58:49 PM
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Andrea, your crochet looks great. Could you use a different colored yarn that is easier to see with? I hate using black for this exact reason.
April, your afghan is beautiful! I hope you are doing better. I’m sorry to hear about your dad. I hope crochet will continue to help you feel better!
Yesterday I started to crochet and egg idea I had in my head. I didn’t like how it turned out, so I took it all apart and decided to work on my next project on the list. I made many people around me an Easter garland but not my own so I’m making that now.
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2694 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
2694 Posts |
Posted - Mar 17 2021 : 3:46:33 PM
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Thank you, ladies. You are always so supportive and encouraging and inspiring and everything wonderful... I'm hoping to venture to something like Andrea's wolf afghan in the future. I'm thinking something sunflower'ish... in time and with allot more practice. I love seeing all your projects and ufo's... and honestly, this link has inspired me lately to get back into the swing of things. :-) My heart is grateful.
Dreamer42 Farmgirl Sister #7038 |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Mar 17 2021 : 10:21:12 PM
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Oh my... what lovely projects you all have been working on... I have not had time to get into any crafting mischief the past week... but the good news is,, I am back home,, and I swear,, the 'messy fairies' have run amuck in my sewing room! Maybe I'll just close the door and make another cup of Tea,, and then when I go back in... maybe it will be organized... I Wish! lol!
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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StitchinWitch
True Blue Farmgirl
2381 Posts
Judith
Galt
CA
USA
2381 Posts |
Posted - Mar 17 2021 : 10:59:12 PM
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Grace -- Welcome home! Don't you just hate it when the gremlins sneak in when you are gone?
Judith
7932 Happiness is Homemade |
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7227 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
7227 Posts |
Posted - Mar 19 2021 : 2:01:31 PM
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Welcome back home Grace! I’m sorry to hear about your messy fairies. Hopefully you can get into mischief again in your sewing room soon.
Krista |
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2278 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2278 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2021 : 1:07:19 PM
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I put a coat of wax sealer on the frame and suitcase.
Vanessa Farmgirl Sister #6754
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2278 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2278 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2021 : 1:10:20 PM
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The desk has hyacinth blue accents.
Vanessa Farmgirl Sister #6754
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isewbernina
True Blue Farmgirl
223 Posts
Kathy
Salina
KS
USA
223 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2021 : 5:54:56 PM
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Vanessa, I love your painting! What a treat to see your work. I used to work for an antique dealer and refinished furniture for her. Lots of fun. My dad was a painter for a college here and I learned the craft from him and my mom.
“Kindness is Free, Sprinkle that Stuff Everywhere.”
"I was cut out to be rich but I was sewn up wrong"
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2694 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
2694 Posts |
Posted - Mar 20 2021 : 6:38:05 PM
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Love the blue color!
Dreamer42 Farmgirl Sister #7038 |
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2278 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2278 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2021 : 6:38:06 PM
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Thank goodness the weather is warming up. It's hard to paint when you're cold.
Vanessa Farmgirl Sister #6754
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7227 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
7227 Posts |
Posted - Mar 22 2021 : 1:14:59 PM
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Nice Vanessa! You sure have been really busy. I hope it warms up soon for you.
I finished another project on my list. I made many bunny garlands for others the last 2 years but never made me one. Finally got around to making my own!
Krista |
Edited by - MaryJanesNiece on Mar 22 2021 1:16:06 PM |
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3139 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3139 Posts |
Posted - Mar 22 2021 : 1:17:24 PM
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Love the paint projects Vanessa!!
Keep at it and you'll be a pro in no time Andrea!
April - I love your afghan. Purple is my favorite color :)
Glad you made it back home Grace. I bet it feels good after being away so long.
~Heather Farmgirl Sister #4701 September 2014 Farmgirl of the Month
"The purpose of life is to enjoy every moment" - Yogi teabag
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2694 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
2694 Posts |
Posted - Mar 22 2021 : 8:05:32 PM
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Darling bunny garland, Krista!
Dreamer42 Farmgirl Sister #7038 |
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7227 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
7227 Posts |
Posted - Mar 24 2021 : 12:31:15 PM
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Thank you April.
I had another friend reach out to me and ask me to make her niece a unicorn diaper cover set. I purchased the pattern last night and will get started on it tonight.
Krista |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
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