Hello everyone!
This blog has become more and more devoted to sewing in the past few months, and as a result stitching has taken the back burner... I hope none of you mind. It has been easier and more enjoyable for me to tackle sewing projects on the weekends, rather than stitching in the evenings during the week as I used to in the previous years. Most of the time, I am either still working in the evening, or too tired to pick up a needle. As a result, except for one or two evenings a week, my only spare time is in the weekend - and when the weekend comes, I get more creative satisfaction out of sewing. I cannot see that tendency reversing in the year to come... At least not until I complete my PhD (September 2008, if all goes well! I'm in the middle of writing my third out of 9 chapters).
That being said, I do manage to find an evening here and there to put a few dozen stitches into a project - and am still liking it a lot. Stitch by stitch, half-hour by half-hour, you do manage to go somewhere, albeit slowly... but that's OK with me. I'm enjoying the process, not the goal.
You may remember that the design and fabric were sent to me by Nicki... Making this project all the pleasanter. Of course, I'll be passing the chart along once I'm done with it!
I'll post an update soon on the muslin for New Look 6318, and my new (more satisfying) experiments with dupioni.
This blog has become more and more devoted to sewing in the past few months, and as a result stitching has taken the back burner... I hope none of you mind. It has been easier and more enjoyable for me to tackle sewing projects on the weekends, rather than stitching in the evenings during the week as I used to in the previous years. Most of the time, I am either still working in the evening, or too tired to pick up a needle. As a result, except for one or two evenings a week, my only spare time is in the weekend - and when the weekend comes, I get more creative satisfaction out of sewing. I cannot see that tendency reversing in the year to come... At least not until I complete my PhD (September 2008, if all goes well! I'm in the middle of writing my third out of 9 chapters).
That being said, I do manage to find an evening here and there to put a few dozen stitches into a project - and am still liking it a lot. Stitch by stitch, half-hour by half-hour, you do manage to go somewhere, albeit slowly... but that's OK with me. I'm enjoying the process, not the goal.
Here is my progress on the lovely Counting House, by LHN:
It's almost complete, and I plan to finish it into a wallhanging for the bedroom.
You may remember that the design and fabric were sent to me by Nicki... Making this project all the pleasanter. Of course, I'll be passing the chart along once I'm done with it!
I'll post an update soon on the muslin for New Look 6318, and my new (more satisfying) experiments with dupioni.
Thanks again to all of you who expressed your joy...
You are making this even more special.
Hoping this finds each of you well. Have a lovely day!
You are making this even more special.
Hoping this finds each of you well. Have a lovely day!
25 comments:
I am extreemly happy for you my dearest Isabelle :)
I love the idea of Blue , and your LHN is superb too:)
kisses
How exciting that you're going to be getting married this year! I love your dress fabric - blue is very much your colour and I'm sure the finished result will be stunning!
Love your LHN piece too, it's really sweet :)
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Hello Isabelle! This looks lovely - sure to bring sweet dreams to your bedroom! :) I hope you are able to find a little time to relax today.
I love watching your sewing projects, by the way. They're inspirational!
The counting house is looking just gorgeous!!
Isabelle, I love following your sewing projects. You pick such lovely patterns and fabrics.
I totally agree with you: the joy is in the process, not the end result. Your Counting House is lovely!
Counting House is looking great! :)
Congratulations on your stitching progress Isabelle. My, you are defending in september 2008 already? Time flies...and you seem to be perfectly on time since you are almost halfway in your chapters. Two thumbs up for you! Ann.
Counting House is looking gorgeous Isabelle
Its always a joy to see any project you are working on, Isabelle. August isn't far away!
I love to see what you can do with fabric and thread because I sure can't do a fiddle with either and put it on my body :) I think your work is wonderful no matter what you do :)
Your counting house is perfect for the bedroom and one I want to do for mine someday! Have a good day!
How on earth did I miss the fact that you're getting married?! Huge, huge congratulations! I'm so happy for you my dear friend.
I'm so glad you're enjoying The Counting House. But I love to see your sewing too - whatever makes you happy!
Counting House looks so nice Isabelle and I think we are all enjoying your sewing alot as well. I thought your wedding must be this August with you getting started on your dress for it.
CH looks great :)
I'm so happy, you're so happy :) :) :) :) :)
((((hugs and love))))
Love the fabric for Counting House. Such a special time in your life right now, enjoy!
This piece is lovely but I don't blame you for wanting to sew at the moment after all it is your wedding gown and it must give you special joy to sew it by yourself.
I love seeing your sewing projects - they make me want to learn how to sew clothing. Your stitching is looking great too! Gotta love those sheep!
Counting House is lovely, Isabelle and will be beautiful in your bedroom!
I love reading your blog... your sewing is inspirational and so very beautiful!
And I'm tickled pink to hear your wedding is this August! :-))) How blissfully wonderful!
{{{Hugs}}}
Counting House is looking gorgeous!
Hugs from Portugal and a lovely day for you too (mine was awful; I'm very tired... but tomorrow will be another day!)
it's coming along nicely!..well done!
Counting House is such a sweet piece and I love the color of your fabric. It will make a lovely wall hanging.
We'll all be accompanying you in the coming months as your wedding preparations progress. I know - it may get a little crowded in your apartment at times but all of us are so enjoying sharing this special time with you.
Counting House is looking wonderful. I am not fussed if you cross stitch or sew, just like seeing what you are up to, all of your projects are great and I enjoy looking at them and reading about how you made them.
Joanne
Lovely work! I love reading about your adventures in needlework! Happy Weekend to you! :o)
That sheepie design looks lovely on that blue fabric!
Everything seems coming up roses for you these days, Isabelle! Your plans for the gown are wonderful, and I'm happy to see you XSing again, as well. I think your cloud has moved past, and the sun in coming through for you...especially in August!
Hugs,
Deb
I love this design, someone sent it to me in exchange of a french magazine. Do you think I'll find time to stitch it? :)
(((hugs)))
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