Cross-stitch cafe 2010

*Louise*

wannabe_moneysaver wrote: »

Hi there, I wonder if I could join you here please? I've been reading this thread for a while now and been inspired to get back into cross stitch! I used to do it years ago and really enjoyed it but for some reason haven't picked any sewing up for a long time.

To get myself started again I have bought this http://www.sewandso.co.uk/cgi-bin/find/db.cgi?db=zoom&do=search_results&Prod_Code=65884&ww=1 to do for my pal's birthday gift and a Disney Belle bookmark for my sister's Christmas.

I have a couple of questions I was hoping someone might be able to help with, how do you all store your sewing and threads? I've seen a few sewing boxes on different websites but wonder if a wee bag is better? For the thread, how do you keep track of what shades they all are? I've only ever used kits before but I'm watching some charts on ebay so will probably be starting to build up my own collection of threads.

Thanks.

Hello, welcome to the thread. That looks like a great kit, I'm sure your friend will love it

For thread storage, I use plastic bobbins and 5 bobbin storage boxes. I had the numbered stickers for them but noticed they peel off over time so have started using a permanent ink pen instead. I also tend to buy just charts as I have plenty threads to use up.

For other storage...I have a big box in one wardrobe with kits and UFO's, I have 3 lever arch folders in another wardrobe filled with charts from magazines and in the third wardrobe there is a box with umpteen completed projects all washed, ironed and stored flat :rotfl:. There is a bag behind one sofa with UFO's, thread boxes are stored in the sideboard, Small vanity case with 'spare' threads is in my bedroom and a small suitcase containing aida, evenweave and spare fabric is in one of my DD's cupboards

*Louise*

Not been posting so much, been struggling with the latest piece. Not that it's difficult, just SO much confetti stitching, didn't realise quite how much when I started so not easy keeping the momentum going.

Going to finish the page I'm on then put it aside to get my Xmas stitchign done. My mum's Summer Breeze is done, now got Meercats to do for my MIL - just found out the other week she LOVES them :rotfl:and a fairy picture for a friend.

Chicky - I hope you get that highlighter out in the end!:eek:

Ruth - I love that design, it's really coming along now...:T

craftygranny

Chicky hope the marker pen comes out but fab picture anyhow.

Do you think it was the weather affecting everyones mojo . i had to stitch a monkey pic for my grandaughter by the 29th but i just couldn't seem to get started so i left the computer off and forced myself to do it. Back to stitching my calendar bears now . I can't wait to see it finished. Long way to go yet though.

Here is the finished monkey.

ERICS_MUM

*Louise* wrote: »

Hello, welcome to the thread. That looks like a great kit, I'm sure your friend will love it

For thread storage, I use plastic bobbins and 5 bobbin storage boxes. I had the numbered stickers for them but noticed they peel off over time so have started using a permanent ink pen instead. I also tend to buy just charts as I have plenty threads to use up.

For other storage...I have a big box in one wardrobe with kits and UFO's, I have 3 lever arch folders in another wardrobe filled with charts from magazines and in the third wardrobe there is a box with umpteen completed projects all washed, ironed and stored flat :rotfl:. There is a bag behind one sofa with UFO's, thread boxes are stored in the sideboard, Small vanity case with 'spare' threads is in my bedroom and a small suitcase containing aida, evenweave and spare fabric is in one of my DD's cupboards

This made me laugh, it's so close to how I store my own stash !

sweetcarer

Hi Girls

Sorry I have not been of late - been watching your posts and enjoying all your wee comments and work in progress. Dealing with alot of issues at home and work.

Well done craftgranny in getting your monkey done. Like the cats too chicky - I thought the pink was another thread at first.

Well I have started my parents in law 50th anniversery present - it is not till October but time I get it done, framed and posted (remember they live in the States) I should have time. I also have to try and fit my own parents stitch as well.

Enjoying doing it, compared to golden earth - no confetti - yeah!

Hope you are all well in your part of the world.

Kind wishes to all

sweetcarer

shelly

Ruth. It's coming along nicely, I love the bright colours.

Craftygranny. Very cheeky monkey!

Sweetcarer. Yay for no confetti stitching!

Last but not least, Welcome to Wannabe!


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craftygranny

Sweetcarer looking good are you enjoying stitching this one it looks fab so far ?

shelly That looks nice and bright is it enjoyable to stitch ?

shelly

craftygranny wrote: »

shelly That looks nice and bright is it enjoyable to stitch ?

Yes, for me it is. I am enjoying it more now I am getting used to stitching on evenweave.
I am modifying it quite alot because the kit is missing a colour or two and there are a couple of colours that just don't match up with the colour description so I am just using what I colours I think will look nice

*Louise*

Looks lovely and bright shelly

wannabe_moneysaver

Hi, thanks for the welcome everyone, very kind of you! Thanks to for the ideas for storage, I've ordered a couple of boxes from the link that Froddington suggested, so thanks.

My kit has arrived and I'm dying to get started it, I've had my sister staying for the last few days so haven't had a chance. I am seeing my friend who its for on Friday so I'll need to get a move on! I think it will only take a couple of nights as there isn't too much sewing in it. I'm a SAHM so will be doing my sewing once the kids are in bed (I'm trying to diet too so I'm hoping it'll be a good distriction from munching, lol)!

I've found a couple of UFO from about 10+ years ago :eek: One is a Disney Little Mermaid one and is much further on than I thought so that was a nice surprise. The other is Seven Dwarfs but hardly started!

I've also bought a couple of charts, Home Sweet Home ones, flower ones etc that I hope to do as Xmas presents.

So I'm all set! Just need to fit in time to get started, I can't wait!

Thanks again for the lovely welcome and I will pop in again soon.