Bonjour bonjour !
As you've probably noticed, I haven't managed to stitch much lately. First, my life has been so full that I haven't had much opportunity to stitch in the evening - most of the time, I spend the evening either working, practising songs, adding to my boutique, or simply too tired to do much of anything.
Second, I have felt much more like sewing than embroidering lately... I hope my stitching friends haven't been too disappointed!
Anyway, I've come to realize that this state of things would probably last for a while.As you've probably noticed, I haven't managed to stitch much lately. First, my life has been so full that I haven't had much opportunity to stitch in the evening - most of the time, I spend the evening either working, practising songs, adding to my boutique, or simply too tired to do much of anything.
Second, I have felt much more like sewing than embroidering lately... I hope my stitching friends haven't been too disappointed!
As a result, I have decided to change my approach to embroidery for the months (or year?) to come. Since I have barely a few hours to stitch every week, I plan to stitch exclusively small designs, that will still make me feel like I'm achieving something.
With this in mind, I started The Counting House this week. The pattern and gorgeous linen were sent to me by dear Nicki. It is not a very small project (the house to the left is actually rather large), but it is moving along pretty well, and is hugely enjoyable.
With this in mind, I started The Counting House this week. The pattern and gorgeous linen were sent to me by dear Nicki. It is not a very small project (the house to the left is actually rather large), but it is moving along pretty well, and is hugely enjoyable.
Of course, I had to start with the sheep.
Nicki was kind enough to send me two colours from the chart, and I am having fun substituting the rest of the required fibers with what Gentle Art floss I have in my stash. Thank you again, Nicki, for providing me with such lovely stitching hours! I'm enjoying every minute of it. :)
Needless to say, the advent of spring is inspiring me to make a new wardrobe for spring!
Thank you for your continued kindness and friendly comments - they mean so much to me.
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Spring has already reached Paris! We've never seen anything like it, but this week we've been able to eat our sandwiches outdoors without so much as a coat on. Seb and I love meeting for lunch in a garden overhanging the Seine, half-way between his lab and my office, and ten minutes from either. Sure, I'm a country-girl at heart, but life in Paris does have its virtues!Needless to say, the advent of spring is inspiring me to make a new wardrobe for spring!
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Have a great weekend everyone. I'll be back soon - I need your advice concerning the length of a dress. As soon as Seb feels like taking pictures, I'll post them! :)Thank you for your continued kindness and friendly comments - they mean so much to me.
20 comments:
Hello Isabelle!
I've seen your comments on a lot of blogs, I've seen your work on lots of blogs too and I finally decided that I needed to stop by and say "hi"! I love the "counting house" and your start is a great one! I'm enjoying looking through all your beautiful work. It is so nice to finally meet you!
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That sounds like a very sensible stitching plan to me, nice start on the Counting house
What a fun project to work on, Isabelle! :) And that weather you're enjoying sounds so wonderful! Soak up a few sunrays for me!!
Oh Isabelle I'm just jealous of your description of lunch this week! I live in a wonderful city and get to look at the Empire State building from my desk, but your description sounds devine!
I cannot wait to see more in your boutique so selfishly I'm happy you're sewing more!
I can't wait to see your red vintage dress!
Dear Isabelle,
Whatever you do it is lovely. This one is no exception. I love the little sheep they are so adorable. Looks like spring is here in England too. We have had gorgeous weather most of this week and like Paris it has been quite warm.
Have a lovely weekend and look forward to seeing your new dress.
Those sheep look so sweet - I'm glad you're enjoying it :) Small things sound like a great plan to me.
Paris in the spring - what could be more wonderful! Certainly better than Auckland on a muggy day :) I am so looking forward to being in Europe again LOL!
You are a busy girl! I think it's a great idea to work on smaller stitching pieces in order to fit them in with your schedule. I love your start on the Counting House - such a cute piece.
Beautiful start on The Counting House!
I love looking at your sewing - you do such lovely work. And the clothing is "tres chic." (hope I got that right!!) Very inspirational to me.
Glad to hear spring found Paris - it is really struggling to find us still... Great idea to stick to smaller pieces while you are so busy - it will be good to feel a sense of accomplishment every now and again!
Counting house is going to be so cute, between the sheep and the little owl in the tree I really like it. It looks like it will be fun to stitch. I stitch a fair amount of small projects as well, as am usually pressed for time. Doing smaller ones so that I can actually have some finishes is so nice. Have fun with your new project.
Sue
Lovely progress my friend :)
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I love this chart. Do you already know how you will finish it?
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This is such a beautiful stitching! I love it and the fabric is gorgeous! I sure relate to this taste for small things that give you some sense of achievement...
Take care!
Lili
I think it's a very sensible idea to stitch smaller projects at the moment :)
Lovely start on the Counting House - those sheepies are very cute!
Enjoy the rest of your lovely spring weekend - I hope the weather continues to be warm and sunny for you :)
great start!!...love the fabric you're using for this project :)
You have a very sound plan for your stitching, I'm glad to hear. It's much better to do smaller pieces and be happy than to push yourself to do big pieces and be unhappy with the timing. :)
Your sheep have such cute faces - love their floppy ears too.
The colour of the linen is lovely - looking forward to seeing the house being 'built' :)
The sheep are so cute! Ann.
I love how your Counting House is turning out Isabelle... it's so lovely on the blue fabby... I love this design and it's so cheerful and spring-like...
It's been sunny and warmer here as well... I'm glad the sun's been shining for you... :-)
I loved wandering around your blog... you are such a talented lady...
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