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13 Projects in 2013 (cross stitch, knitting, paper crafts etc.)

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  • dibuzz
    dibuzz Posts: 2,021 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    I wasn't sure whether to keep posting them or not but these are my latest.

    8. Aran hooded jacket
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    9. Dog jumper
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    10. Snowmen and minions to cover chocolate oranges
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    11. Shawl for neighbour in a home
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    14 Projects in 2014 - in memory of Soulie - 2/14
  • tricksie
    tricksie Posts: 212 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker
    Updating my list!

    1. Greek scene - Finished
    2. Knitted Hooded Jacket for GS (due in April) - Finished
    3. Jane Greenoff Antique World Map - Finished
    4. Another knitted cardigan for GS - Finished
    5.Christmas heart hangings x 2 Finished
    6. Weekend in Paris - Finished
    7. Wendy Rococo Scarf - Finished
    8. Black and gold Oddpins jumper for me - Finished
    9. Birth sampler for GS 1- Finished
    10. Peacock handbag mirror - Finished
    11. The Journey cross stitch - Finished
    12. Ten cross stitch hearts for DD's friends wedding favour bags - Finished
    13. Aladdin Sane cross stitch - Finished
    14. Poppy Cycle cross stitch - Finished
    15. Four Christmas kitty cross stitch kittens - Finished
    16. Honeysuckle cross stitch bookmark - Finished
    17. Knitted Humpty Dumpty for GS - Finished

    Currently working on a Janlynn cross stitch kit called 'Cats, cats, cats' I hope to finish it this year - making 18 completed projects in 2013.

    I think we would all agree that without Soulie's legacy we would not have finished nearly as many things.
    Cross Stitch Cafe Member Number 44
    :rudolf:Cross Stitch Is For Life Not Just For Christmas :rudolf:
  • As this was such a popular thread and inspired so many of us to complete projects in 2013 I have started a similar thread called

    14 Projects in 2014 - in memory of Soulie.

    It is here if anyone would like to join in.
  • tricksie wrote: »
    Updating my list!

    1. Greek scene - Finished
    2. Knitted Hooded Jacket for GS (due in April) - Finished
    3. Jane Greenoff Antique World Map - Finished
    4. Another knitted cardigan for GS - Finished
    5.Christmas heart hangings x 2 Finished
    6. Weekend in Paris - Finished
    7. Wendy Rococo Scarf - Finished
    8. Black and gold Oddpins jumper for me - Finished
    9. Birth sampler for GS 1- Finished
    10. Peacock handbag mirror - Finished
    11. The Journey cross stitch - Finished
    12. Ten cross stitch hearts for DD's friends wedding favour bags - Finished
    13. Aladdin Sane cross stitch - Finished
    14. Poppy Cycle cross stitch - Finished
    15. Four Christmas kitty cross stitch kittens - Finished
    16. Honeysuckle cross stitch bookmark - Finished
    17. Knitted Humpty Dumpty for GS - Finished

    Currently working on a Janlynn cross stitch kit called 'Cats, cats, cats' I hope to finish it this year - making 18 completed projects in 2013.

    I think we would all agree that without Soulie's legacy we would not have finished nearly as many things.

    Fantastic achievement Tricksie - well done
  • dibuzz
    dibuzz Posts: 2,021 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    I can't do pics at the moment but I've just made it.

    12. crocheted santa suit for Curious George
    13. 6 knitted hats and 12 crocheted angels for prem baby unit

    I look forward to joining in next year in Soulie's memory.
    14 Projects in 2014 - in memory of Soulie - 2/14
  • well done everyone who took part in this thread.

    i achieved 10 complete items off my list of 13.

    ive joined the new thread in soulies memory and added those 3 to it to be completed along with enough room for my 11 other projects when i think what they will be.

    r.i.p. Soulie

    i hope everyone has a happy christmas and a peaceful and healthy 2014
    SPC~12 ot 124

    In a world that has decided that it's going to lose its mind, be more kind my friend, try to Be More Kind
  • sweetcarer
    sweetcarer Posts: 1,083 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Photogenic
    Hi All

    The year i not over till the bells ring on 31st December.

    Trying to get two more done before end of year - then I will have 12 projects out of 13 done and started the 13th.

    Kind wishes
    sweetcarer ;)
    :j cross stitch forever, housework whenever :j
  • Maisie_M
    Maisie_M Posts: 1,524 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker
    posting my finished list from this year.

    1. Lickle ted - a little love - currently stitching this one for DH for valentines (feb 13) completed
    2. Stargazer Lily - want to do this and make into a cushion for mums birthday (Mar 13) WIP –missed deadline now for xmas!
    3. Flower and herb ABC - MIL name for her birthday (Apr 13) completed
    4. Going in to the Military - collage of army vehicles for DS1 completed
    5. Gruffalo - for DS2
    6. Let's do wine - Dad for his Birthday (jul 13) started 10/5/13
    7. Penguin doorstop
    8. Boys names for xmas stockings (Dec 13) completed
    9. Easter cards - 4 small mouseloft kits I have had for eons (Apr 13) completed
    10. Finish a WIP I have had since 2004 - Winnie the Pooh and Eeyore. completed
    11. Xmas cards - several mini kits and freebies from mags to do (Dec 13) completed
    12. Bookmark for DS1 completed
    13. Xmas xchange pieces completed

    So in the end 9/13 completed.

    FOS - joined the 2014 thread.

    Soulie you and your family are in my thoughts, especially at this time of the year. xx
  • My final list!

    1. Greek scene - Finished
    2. Knitted Hooded Jacket for GS (due in April) - Finished
    3. Jane Greenoff Antique World Map - Finished
    4. Another knitted cardigan for GS - Finished
    5.Christmas heart hangings x 2 Finished
    6. Weekend in Paris - Finished
    7. Wendy Rococo Scarf - Finished
    8. Black and gold Oddpins jumper for me - Finished
    9. Birth sampler for GS 1- Finished
    10. Peacock handbag mirror - Finished
    11. The Journey cross stitch - Finished
    12. Ten cross stitch hearts for DD's friends wedding favour bags - Finished
    13. Aladdin Sane cross stitch - Finished
    14. Poppy Cycle cross stitch - Finished
    15. Four Christmas kitty cross stitch kittens - Finished
    16. Honeysuckle cross stitch bookmark - Finished
    17. Knitted Humpty Dumpty for GS - Finished
    18. Cats, cats, cats cross stitch - Finished

    Bring on the 14 in 2014 challenge.

    Merry Christmas to everyone!
    Cross Stitch Cafe Member Number 44
    :rudolf:Cross Stitch Is For Life Not Just For Christmas :rudolf:
  • happy christmas all
    SPC~12 ot 124

    In a world that has decided that it's going to lose its mind, be more kind my friend, try to Be More Kind
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