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| Two Stitched Heart Brooches |
I managed to complete the stitching on the second heart - a new Something Blue Bridal Brooch - over the weekend. I love how this one turned out! As with the Purple Heart Brooch, I can't cut it out until I complete the needlework on the third heart to maintain the integrity of the hooped ground fabric.
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| Beginning Third Heart Brooch |
I began work on the third brooch yesterday. This one incorporated a lighter, matte-finish seed bead which will really contrast with the brilliant check chipping once I start adding it. I'm hoping to do that this week, and then turn them into brooches over the weekend.
The weather was beautiful Saturday and Sunday, and we had a blissful reprieve from the constant dump truck traffic. Nothing ran after dark on Saturday and it was quiet all Sunday. We'll see if that continues through today. That would be wonderful.
I'm woefully late in getting out my January ATCs to my sister's group, so I'll probably work on those today. It's going to be a busy week. The theme is "New Year" and I already know what I'll be doing. Now to set the time aside!
Tomorrow I work; Wednesday will be another classmate dinner gathering; Bella has a vet appointment on Thursday that coincides with an appointment Handsome has on the books, so I'll take her instead this time; and then work again Friday night. I plan to set aside as much time as I'm able to get the ATCs and brooches finished.
I know I said I'd have a big sale in my Etsy shop this month, but I think I'm going to change it to a March Madness Sale instead. As soon as I get these projects finished, I'll begin work on my shop sale. Being sick in January really set me back!
I hope you have a great week ahead. I'll be looking forward to catching up with you each day. Take care!
All so pretty & sparkly.
ReplyDeleteYou sound like you have a busy week planned already.
I hope you are finally over the crud.
Marilyn
Hi Marilyn-
DeleteNo more crud (thankfully!). You're right. I'll be busy, but it's all good and I'll get in some fun stuff, too.
Hope you're healing well.
xoxo
Donna
I am, going to therapy now, hopefully getting rid of the boot next month! Fingers crossed!
DeleteMarilyn
Sounds like you have a busy week ahead but I'm glad to see that you've included some stitching in between all the other 'things' that make up our lives.
ReplyDeleteHi MA-
DeleteAbsolutely! Thanks, girlfriend. ATCs done, so I can turn my focus. Hope you're enjoying some warmer weather like we are.
xoxo
Donna❤️
Sherryofcreateology: Busy weeks are getting to be too much for me. I prefer the unstructured spontaneous days. Too many doctor and tests/procedures visits make me cranky! Hugs XO
ReplyDeleteHi Sherry-
DeleteI know what you mean. Even the work hours aren't always welcome for me. I'll wake up tomorrow, likely wishing I could just stay home. I do like it once I get there, but often would prefer home pursuits. I don't like the doctor stuff either, although I did just make an appointment for my eyes. It's only been since 2022! I think I'm due for new Rx and specs.
Hugs x
xoxo
Donna
Those hearts are so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteAnother jam packed week for you.
I'm just itching to get outside to do something, but the two feet of snow I still have is
a huge hindrance lol. Every year I tell myself I'm cutting back on what I'll be doing in the yard,
who am I kidding, I don't listen to myself.
Enjoy your week.
Shirley
Hi Shirley-
DeleteWe got to nearly 60° today!! I've been taking Bella and Carly for a walk down our road every morning. I don't go all the way to the corner, but even so, I'm gassed by the time we get back. My knees were sore this morning, so Handsome took them. I made my ATCs and then took it easy because I work tomorrow. I'm planning my raised garden for this year, but am also planning to buy tomatoes for canning again. I will plant some myself though just in case my source prices them high this year. You take it easy, dear!
Hugs,
xoxo
Donna