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Rue Paris is coming along. First page has been completed.
Setting up for another page. I’m working the center out.
I’m eager to get more stitching time. My work schedule has been busy. I feel like it’s going to get busier in a few weeks with the stress of the world. I’m still keeping my Saturday and Sunday as my stitching days.
Pray for Ukraine.
Happy Day
Caroline
Today I worked for a few hours, then went home and took a nap. I have been exhausted. My profession is mental health counseling and I have been busy. Next week even more booked than this week. So having a few hours to stitch has been nice.
I have one more column to stitch and the first page will be completed. Definitely have many more to go.
This pattern has tons of color changes. It will certainly keep me busy for a long period of time.
Below is a close up of the many colors for this pattern.
Stay tuned for more updates
Happy Day
Caroline
Another day relaxing with tea and cross stitching. Can you see the Eiffel Tower in the background?
I’m enjoying this cross stitch.
Happy Day
Caroline
It has been awhile since I had a time to stitch on this cross stitch.
Today, I took many naps, kept my legs elevated and stitched..it was a nice quiet day.
I found out I am diagnosed with Lipedema and may also have Lymphedema. It’s going to be difficult if it progresses. Which sounds like it will. I’ll be going to medical appointments more often. Blogging may be on hold for awhile. Yet again. Chronic pain really bites! This upsets me and I’ll most likely blog about it, once I feel comfortable to write.
It’s causing me to rethink about my job and how much I take on. I’ll need to make a change. I’m thinking of a few options.
Here’s the update…
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Caroline
I’m excited to announce this scarf is finished!
I will be focusing on the shawl. Hopefully the shawl will be completed by March. In time to use it for spring weather.
Rue Paris Progress
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Caroline
I made goals at the beginning of this year. The goal is to complete what was started! Let’s see what has been done. And read the books I have. Plus no additional shopping, use what I have with my arts and crafts.
There are 2 knitting projects, one a scarf and the other is a wrap.
The scarf is knitted with seed stitch. The wrap is knitted in hurdle stitch. It has 4 rows which is row one: knit stitch, row two: knit stitch, row three: knit, purl, row four: knit purl
The scarf is getting close to being completed. I may be able to wear this scarf before the winter ends!
Below is purl stitch. Garter stitch is the edge.
The wrap has much more to finish. I just added the other skein of yarn a few days ago. I also have to stop knitting it at a certain length, so I can knit pockets for it. (being a little adventurous)!
Below is close up of hurdle knit stitch.
I am not a fan of reading. I prefer to write, but I know my writing is not professional.
The Bible study is going well, every night I listen to the study and make notes. I have been learning a lot.
The other books-well they make it out of the bin, but then onto a table. I just can’t get myself interested. The goal was to read, not to complete the entire bin. Maybe I have revisit this goal.
I was going to finish another cross stitch before I began Rue Paris. But I just wanted so badly to start it. So I am now focused on Rue Paris. I am ok with that. I think I will alternate between the one I need to finish and Rue Paris.
Below is how much I have accomplished on the stitching. I’ll stitch Rue Paris on Sunday.
Happy Day
Caroline
It’s cold and snowy today. It’s a good day to be in PJs, blankets and drink tv with the electric fireplace heating up the room.
I am a big fan of hot tea. A few years ago I purchased a subscription to simple loose tea. I have a lot of packets still. My decluttering goal is to use what I have before I purchase more.
Today was chocolate mint black tea. It’s very good. Definitely a thumbs up.
Reminder of what it’s going to look like once it is stitched.
I became tired, my hands were getting tight.. it’s time to rest. I also want to watch some YouTube videos of my favorites before I go to bed.
It stopped snowing, but it’s going to start again tomorrow… At least I work from home tomorrow!
Happy Day
Caroline
It’s a cold evening. Getting ready for another snowstorm. This time only about 2 or 3 inches.
I’m settled in with a blanket and the electric fireplace on with my cross stitching supplies.
Here’s the update:
The center row is completed. This pattern has numerous colors. I’m liking the colors and how they blend together.
Tomorrow will be another day of soup, sandwich and stitching while it snows.
At least tomorrow is Sunday.
Happy Day
Caroline
I began this cross stitch the other day. Everything was set up and ready to go.
Just like Derby, I will post my updates as I stitch.
Stitching
Today, I had time to stitch. It is a cold rainy day. Might have a wintery mix later. It’s a good day to put the fireplace on and stitch watching Netflix. I’m watching Supergirl.
The first block is completed. I found the center of the pattern and now working out from that point.
Happy Day
Caroline
I finished the winter gathering cross stitch from Dimensions. I made mistakes in it, but worked around it. My sister is gifted this one.
Now I am starting another cross stitch. This one is from Everything Cross Stitch. It is Rue Paris.
All threads are ready to go. I am sure I’ll be heading to Joann’s for more DSM threads in a few weeks.
I will be starting this tomorrow after I work and go to the grocery store.
Happy Day
Caroline
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