Saturday, July 14, 2012

{handstitched week 6} an epiphany....and paper piecing my life away

So in my last post, I lied. I haven't done anything creative and blog worthy since then. Why? Because I have been consumed by my handstitching class. Not only is it crazy fun, but it is incredibly fast paced. I was wrestling with the guilt I was feeling for not being a good blogger. I just didn't/don't have time to create new projects while also trying to keep up with my class. I took this class with every intention to give it my all and keep up with the project pace, so that is what I have decided to do. I will continue to post updates about the cool things we make, but I am going to let myself off the hook regarding writing tutorials and new, original projects. The class is only until August, so I don't feel like I am giving up on my blog forever, I just really want to enjoy this class without any extra self induced pressure. I apologize for anyone who will be finding me extremely boring for the next four weeks, BUT I am learning so many interesting skills to incorporate into my future projects. Thanks to everyone for bearing with me, and here is a taste of the latest projects I have been slaving over!




After I finished my embroidery, I went to work on these Sashiko coasters. They were so fun to make and I am totally in love!


Now, I have 3 english paper piecing projects to knock out! Back to basting!
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10 comments:

  1. Sarah LouJuly 14, 2012 at 5:02 PM

    The coasters look amazing! The embroidery is so beautiful, I'd love to hear more about the class and the lovely things you'll be making.

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  2. Katy CameronJuly 14, 2012 at 5:14 PM

    Hell it's your blog, write whatever you like! Loving what you've been working on anyway

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  3. SequanaJuly 14, 2012 at 5:33 PM

    Oh, you are two coasters ahead of me. :) I'm using the first four I did already. I love that way of stitching. Yours are so beautiful.

    I'm making myself finish the coasters before I begin the paper piecing.....yours is so pretty already, I'm really anxious to get started now.

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  4. Mrs Flying Blind...July 14, 2012 at 5:57 PM

    Do what you got to do - what you've done looks great! Enjoy yourself xxx

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  5. Rachel at Stitched in ColorJuly 14, 2012 at 8:19 PM

    Absolutely enjoy! You're not doing anyone wrong =)

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  6. BarbaraJuly 14, 2012 at 11:36 PM

    Great job on the coasters. I have my material cut out and the border sewn on. I need to transfer the design. I have been busy working on the Medallion Quilt, your inspiring me to work on the other great projects.

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  7. BarbaraJuly 14, 2012 at 11:37 PM

    Great job on the coasters. I have my material cut out and the border sewn on. I need to transfer the design. I have been busy working on the Medallion Quilt, your inspiring me to work on the other great projects.

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  8. Patricia LessellJuly 15, 2012 at 6:19 AM

    You make me sad that I didn't sign up for that class. But I am so enjoying watching your accomplishments in doing everything. Plus I couldn't have given it my all like you have given it so I shall sign up next time and in the meantime shall enjoy seeing you accomplishments.

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  9. Heidi GrohsJuly 16, 2012 at 1:06 AM

    I think it is GREAT to blog about it! It is what you are working on and is taking your time. Sometimes I get exhausted keeping up with some of the bloggers out there that have a new project every other day!

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  10. LauraAugust 28, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    Gorgeous work! Love the sashiko!

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