Slow Sunday Stitching 9-20-26

 

 Stitching with Kathy and friends at Kathy’s Quilts’ Slow Sunday Stitching

Today I hope to make some progress on Jack’s House. I had a problem last week. I was stitching merrily along til I got to this point. 

 

Actually I was nearly to the bottom of the right side of the house. There is a Halloween pumpkin there. As I started to stitch the stem on the pumpkin, I realized I was one row too far to the right with the black border. I counted and pondered. Could I just adjust everything to compensate. Not with this fancy border. The measurements must be perfect. ⤵️

So out came the unpicker  and the seam ripper. UGH1 I hate doing that. The problem occurred when I stitched the moon. I unpicked to here. These two stitches were correct. 😟

I spent most of my stitching time early this week restitching and now this is where I am.  The moon is correctly placed, the green of the lawn has progressed and one pumpkin is complete. 

When this project is Fully Finished , I need to get started on some Christmas stitches. I have a couple I want to do.  

This WIP from 2024! Actually this is a Winter stitch, not really Christmas!

And 

Last year 2025, I won a gift from Texas Quilt Gal during a Christmas in July blog hop.  (Linda, correct me if I’m wrong). Threads (that I have added to, to stitch Peace on Earth)

and fabric.   (Isn’t it gorgeous with the gold sparkle?)

and a project bag.  Which I didn’t photograph! 🙃

So I’m all set for the “stay indoors and stitch” weather that is headed our way!

Stay Busy and Stay Happy and Healthy and Hopeful 

RSC 2024.

 

I’m back to trying to complete some UFOs.   Most of my UFOs are scrappy, so I’m linking up with Angela at Scrap Happy Saturday

A few years ago I stitched and completed the top, without borders, for Hometown Christmas. 

I use fabrics from my stash not Sweetwater’s fabric like. Now I’m having trouble deciding on a border fabric. 

Here are some possibilities. 

On my design wall.

Close up of the red with white dots.⤴️

A green, red and cream plaid.↗️

And a more yellowish Christmas sprig fabric that matches some of the fabric in the top.⤴️

Now, I don’t really like any of these. What do you think of a black and white gingham?

Any input would be helpful. I’m stalled!

Thanks! 

Stay Busy and Stay Happy and Healthy and Hopeful!

TO -DO Tuesday # 119

I joining Linda at Texas Quilt Gal to share my list of to-dos and show you all the progress or lack there of that was made!!  

Last week
Dec 13-19


1. Work on Kawandi mug mat. ✅

Not much was accomplished on this project , but a little bit!

2. Continue working on felt Ornaments ✅

These are finally done! The metallic cord that came in the kit is too thick for the needles I have with me. The hanging cord will have to wait til we get home in January. 

3. Send remaining Christmas cards.  ☑️     I sent one, but that is all!

4. Finalize Amazon Gift Card orders etc. ✅

All gift cards purchased and delivered, All other gifts are purchased and wrapped.

Next week
Dec 20 - 26


1. Work on Kawandi mat.
2. Maybe cross stitch Christmas guest towels
3. Christmas Eve movie date.
4. Find a recipe for mulled cider for Christmas Eve.

 

Stay Busy and Stay Happy and Healthy and Hopeful!

Slow Sunday Stitching. December Countdown

I’m linking up with Kathy and other slow stitching friends on this 1st Sunday in December. Come check out what others are creating at  Kathy’s Quilts

I’m working on Merry Little Christmas! I know you all are probably thinking, “ finish it already, Judy! “ But I’m getting closer. 

A Christmas card and a wrapped candy motif and the stitching will be done. My guys are in the garage working on planing maple and walnut to make cheese boards for Christmas gifts. I should be able to finish today, if I don’t get interrupted too many times with, “Hey, Hon” or “Hey, Mom”!  *giggle*

Stay Busy and Stay Happy and Healthy and Hopeful!