9.04.2007

Sampler

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Let me start by saying that my first and last embroidery attempt was probably more years ago than my first and last successful quilting attempt. And that isn't to say my first embroidery attempt was successful. I think I spent more time using my embroidery thread to make friendship bracelets!

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So this foray into embroidery hasn't been a highly refined project. However, there is one benefit that has come from my embroidery greenness. I don't know if I'm doing it well or not! Well, that's not entirely true. Rather, I'm enamored with every little design I come up with and stitch onto the quilt, as it's all still brand new to me. It's nice to not be overly judgmental about something I made! So if you have any inclination to start up a new hobby or project, I highly recommend it. You'll be so pleased with anything you come up with, and that's such a happy thing.

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And furthermore, thank goodness for the internet. I love that I can crawl around online and find stitching dictionaries and directions to make this all possible. I picked a bunch of different stitches and effects, and what you see is a sample of my sampler.

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And here's a note to my sister: I've added details to 10 pieces so far. It's a scavenger hunt! I'll let you know the final count, and you get to report back when you find them all. Love you!

2 comments:

Judith said...

Kristen,

The quilt looks fabulous. Hope I get to see it before it goes to Potsdam.

Love, Judy

Eric said...

Hey-

Sweet Blog! How is life as a freelancer in Boston? I just wanted to stop by and say hello and we love to read what you have to say here. No one ever leaves anyone many comments, but don't be discouraged, we all read and enjoy!

I hope life in Boston is great. Please tell Fred I say hello, it was great to catch up with him the other night.

peace,

Eric