When I threaded my needle for some more stitchery the other night, I lamented (to myself) that I don't seem to be making much progress on my current block of Foxley Village. In my last post I was doing the stitchery under the main applique, and guess what, a good 10 days later, I'm still working on the same patch of stitchery! (Although I have changed thread colour!)
I generally reserve my evenings in front of the telly for any handwork that needs doing, and here's a touch of what has snarled me up.
My handwork in the evenings lately has consisted of —
Unpicking some quilting. I made this quilt top some time ago and I decided it really is time to finish it. After all the ditch stitching, I amazed myself by quilting the first block sideways!
Mending slippers. George thought it was great fun to have his toe come through and spent quite a bit of time wriggling it and watching it. These slippers have been well worn all winter; I'm hoping the babies will get just a little more wear out of them before summer comes!
Sewing the finishing touches on two pouches.
I spent an evening knitting up a swatch. Although I've put my knitting away for now, I found myself wanting some to do while I babysit sleeping children (and recharging my batteries for when they wake!!). This is some homespun which was spun for me years ago. I had a whole lot of 'fleece' from our pet goat which a lady mixed with some sheepswool and spun. I had started a jersey out of it (years ago) but have unpicked it. It was a cabled, loosefitting jersey and I could see I wasn't going to have enough. I have found a fresh pattern I want to use
The swatch was far too big for the pattern so I've put it away for now, and will decide how best to tackle it in the future.
So I guess slow progress doesn't mean no progress :-)
I am hoping to finish that stitchery soon though!
'til next time,
Happy stitches,
My handwork in the evenings lately has consisted of —
Mending slippers. George thought it was great fun to have his toe come through and spent quite a bit of time wriggling it and watching it. These slippers have been well worn all winter; I'm hoping the babies will get just a little more wear out of them before summer comes!
Haha, you can't see much but I sewed strips down to cover the raw edges inside these two pouches.
I got my old sewing machine serviced the other day so that YD can use it. I thought, while sorting out some bits for her, that a couple of wee pouches would be handy. I made myself some a few years ago and they are still in use.
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I spent an evening knitting up a swatch. Although I've put my knitting away for now, I found myself wanting some to do while I babysit sleeping children (and recharging my batteries for when they wake!!). This is some homespun which was spun for me years ago. I had a whole lot of 'fleece' from our pet goat which a lady mixed with some sheepswool and spun. I had started a jersey out of it (years ago) but have unpicked it. It was a cabled, loosefitting jersey and I could see I wasn't going to have enough. I have found a fresh pattern I want to use
So I spent another evening getting started on another knitting project for those babysitting sleeps. I've had this beanie pattern for a while and have always wanted to try it out.
I am hoping to finish that stitchery soon though!
'til next time,
Happy stitches,
You have been quite busy, probably just doesnt seem that way while you havd been working on all tbose various projects. And dont forget, you go to work, help on the farm, baby sit etc etc! Plenty to kerp you busy.
ReplyDeleteThe little ones always keep us so busy. At least you are finding small bits of time to scratch those creative itches.
ReplyDeleteLots of things on the go there Raewyn, it is annoying to unpick quilting! Had to giggle at George's actions, they grow so fast I guess the does have to get to the knitting at some stage. Enjoy your evening stitching.
ReplyDeleteWell you seem to be getting a lot done. Very lovely pouches for YD. I am sure they will be very handy.
ReplyDeleteHi Raewyn, lovely to catch up with what you are doing and I see you are juggling quite a few lovely projects there. Definitely progress. Xx
ReplyDeleteMy you seem to have lots happening! I can just see your little fellow with wriggling toes in that hole lol! Bad luck to have in seeing to do. You are always knitting something cute....love the beanies xx
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed seeing all your projects. thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteLots of different things to keep you entertained.... a bit of this and a bit of that....
ReplyDeleteHugz
I think you've accomplished a lot. Got to love the grandchildren naps! Happy Stitching!
ReplyDeleteWell, you can’t be accused of being idle, even though your stitchery hasn’t progressed a great deal. You’ll get back to it when the time is right. I love the little beanie pattern. Super cute.
ReplyDeleteI have times like that I feel like I don't do anything, but when I sit back and take stock I have got a lot accomplished.
ReplyDeleteYou have certainly been busy in the evenings! I love the pouches. xx
ReplyDeleteI enjoy seeing your progress on Foxley Village. Do you suppose the pattern is available anywhere?
ReplyDeleteMeanwhile, you are busy yet find time for creative pursuits which is good. Love your knitting.
I'd say all the satin stitching on the leaves is good reason for slow progress! I struggle to make that look good. Yours looks great!
ReplyDeleteHaving to unpick quilting is so disheartening to me!
Looks like those slippers have been well loved. :)
Really fun zippered pouches. Happy fabric--nice job.
How do you do it all--embroidery, quilting, pouch-making and knitting?? I struggle just to quilt.
Yes, there are always distractions. We know what we should be doing but there is always something pulling in another direction.
ReplyDeleteGreat to see the slippers have had good use. Hope you can squeeze some extra time out of them.
And the little pouches look great.
Shame about the unpicking, but at least you noticed it.
It is nice to see someone making Foxley Village, it is on my list to do, one day..... :-)
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