Before I started Stitch/Sampler Maynia, I was working on Martha Pudsey. The photo below shows where I ended up with her. I typically do not stitch the entire border at once but I got into a rhythm with her and just kept going. The photo below is not good but you get the idea!
May1st was the first Friday in my Sampler Maynia and I chose to start Sally Stansfield. See the left border, I stitched that 3 times because I can't count and because Sally decided to add an extra stitch into an otherwise consistent border. I also had most of the vase in but the third time I started it, I decided it would be a better idea to start in a different place. I'm stitching her on 40 count Weeks on Zweigart Straw linen with the called for AVAS.
That's it for week 1! I hope all your stitches are happy ones!
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Very pretty Samplers.
Marilyn
Those borders are beautiful and you must have been relieved when Martha met up! They are going to both be gorgeous!
Hi Jackie, I admired your work it's pretty. I taught myself to cross stitch 25 years ago. After I completed my first piece I put it away until, last fall. I started watching cross stitch videos on Yo Tube, OMG! the cross stitch world change so much.
Last Xmas I stitch cross stitch ornaments as a way to slowly get back into the craft. Of course I stitch on Aida 11 count and I was satisfied. This year I decided to participate in Mania 2020 and I am stitching Halloween ornaments. I'm learning about the different brands and quality of Aida cloth and the quality of threads. I just purchase my first pieces of Zweigart Aida 11-count.
Big difference in the quality and weave is much better than anything Joanns sell or AC Moore. Before COVID-19 I purchase several pieces of Aida 11 and 14 count from Hobby Lobby and when I compared it to Zweigart I must say that Hobby Lobby brand is comparable.
I don't know if I will ever stitch on other fabrics, because my eyes gives me trouble even with a magnifier.
Ahhhhh.....samplers...beautiful stitches!
Martha P is looking good. I really like her colors. Your progress on Sally S is lovely. Too bad Sally's borders gave you grief! I would blame Sally! LOL Have a good weekend, Jackie!
Jackie: I love both borders but the Martha border has my heart.
Catherine
I like Martha.....that's my mom's first name.
Both pieces are looking good. I feel your pain with the frogging and restarts. Good for you for persisting!
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