As you can see, I like to work from the center out on my cross-stitching. I have seen some people work from the border in, but it seems more difficult to count out that far to start than to pinpoint the center and begin there.
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Thursday, May 7, 2009
Astral Lions
I started Astral Lions a couple of nights ago. Since I messed up on it before, I thought it would be a good idea to go slow and mark my progress with a yellow highlighter. This will also help me find missed stitches! Below are some pics I took:
As you can see, I like to work from the center out on my cross-stitching. I have seen some people work from the border in, but it seems more difficult to count out that far to start than to pinpoint the center and begin there.
As you can see, I like to work from the center out on my cross-stitching. I have seen some people work from the border in, but it seems more difficult to count out that far to start than to pinpoint the center and begin there.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
A Friend Knows
Late last year I completed a cute little pattern of a cat and dog laying together on a pillow. It gave the option to stitch the lettering in English, French, or Spanish. Since I was giving it to a good friend of mine - who also happens to be from France - I chose French. The saying in English is "A friend knows all about you - and still likes you!"
Below is a picture of the completed and framed project.
"A Friend Knows"
Dimensions #16725
Below is a picture of the completed and framed project.
"A Friend Knows"Dimensions #16725
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Astral Lions by DMC
Well, I have decided to give this pattern another go. I started it once before and made so many mistakes that I ripped it all out. I hoped the fabric would still be usable, but it wasn't so I shopped around and found the complete kit on e-Bay last year. I hope to have this one finished by Christmas for my niece.
Astral Lions (K3652US)
DMC - Creative World
Part of the Born Free Collection (2000)
Completed size is 14" x 17" (35.5 x 43.5 cm)
DMC - Creative World
Part of the Born Free Collection (2000)
Completed size is 14" x 17" (35.5 x 43.5 cm)
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Poem A Day Challenge ~ Days 28-30
The Cat and the Canary
Once there was a cat
Who loved to purr and meow
And also shared a song
With a yellow canary
And though they weren’t playful
They were truly friends.
And though they were friends
This bird and this cat
All they wanted was to be playful
And so the cat would meow
Loudly to the caged canary
And the two would sing their song.
And while it was a beautiful song
That the two shared as friends
The little yellow canary
And the pretty little cat,
While the cat continued to meow,
Found a way one day to be playful.
And now they could be playful
And sing their lovely song
While the cat continued to meow
Alongside his pretty friend
The friend of the cat
Was really a canary.
And though the canary
Enjoyed being playful
With his new friend, the cat
They continued to sing their song
And continued to be friends
While the cat continued to meow.
And while the cat continued to meow
To his pal the yellow canary
And the two became good friends
And found a way to be playful
They still sang their song
The canary and the cat.
I would love to hear the cat and his meow
As he sings his song with the yellow canary
And they become more playful and lifelong friends.
Never Mind
…And I was walking along the street
Looking for just the right thing
Are you paying attention to me?
Oh, never mind!
…I was talking on the phone with my friend
And we were making plans for the weekend.
Are you paying attention to me?
Oh, never mind!
Do you like this shirt?
Would you wear those shoes?
What do you want for supper tonight?
Oh, never mind!
Why don’t you hear me?
When will you see me?
Oh, never mind!
I am leaving you anyway.
Farewell
There are so many ways to say farewell:
Farewell, so long, adieu
Au Revoir, adios, goodbye
Cheerio, aloha, ma’a’salama
Well, you get my meaning.
Farewell is not forever, but for now
We will meet again, I am sure
So until that time arrives for us
I will simply say, “’Til then…”
Stalled...
Well, I was working on the Charger over the weekend and noticed that I am off-count somewhere. It sucks! I have recounted every stitch and have come to the conclusion that the pattern itself may be off. So, how do I fix it? Until I figure it out, the Charger is stalled at the halfway point! UGH!!! I guess I will pick up a different pattern and start something new until I have time to figure out what is going on!
Monday, April 27, 2009
Poetry Challenge - Days 17-27
All I want is ….
All I want is to be free
Free from the pain I feel
All I want is to love again
To allow my heart to be open
All I want is a home
A home to call my own
All I want is you
Forever by my side.
Heaven and Earth
There is a magic in the air
As I gaze up at the sky
And watch the twinkling of light
Pour out of the night
As the light shines down through
The atmosphere to me
I imagine the color
That the twinkling star could be
The layers of gas surrounding the earth
Can’t capture the true beauty
Of the stars high above
And their true light shining down.
Burial
There is a fire
Buried in the pit
Of my stomach
Each time I hear your name.
There is rage
Deep in my soul
Whenever I see
A picture of you.
There is an emotion
I just cannot described
Watching the dirt
At the burial of you.
Rebirth
Walking on the hot coals
No pain is felt
Only a love so pure
And so true
Walking on the hot coals
Complete awareness abounds
All sins are swept away
And life is here to stay
Walking on the hot coals
The old life is gone
And a new life is born
As if dead skin was torn.
Froggy Frog
Froggy Frog is here
Sitting on his lily pad;
Where is Slimey Snail?
You’re Fired!
You’re fired!
That’s all that was heard.
Ringing in the hallways
And rooms far away.
You’re fired!
There’s no reason why.
Just has to be changes
And you no longer fit.
You’re fired!
Say goodbye to your friends.
Don’t look back as you go.
Don’t leave stuff behind.
Regret, or the Lack of…
Regret is such a silly word
The choices we made are our own
We should learn as we go
To have a regret is a waste of time
Learn to live each day full
Learn to have no regrets
Regret is such a silly word
There’s no shame in our mistakes
We should keep our head high
And walk with shoulders so strong
And not waste a single moment
Wondering “What if?” or even “Why?”
Regret is such a silly word
When someone asks “What would you change?”
Simply smile at them and say
You have no regrets
The future is too full
To look at the past
Journey
I woke up this morning and looked outside
The sun was smiling with no clouds in sight
The thought of the hills and valleys ahead
Made me run straight for the car.
The road looked so inviting and long
I didn’t know where I was going
All I knew is I had to go…and fast!
As if time were running short.
The journey took me to new places
From desert to plains, from mountains to seas
I saw more of the country than I ever dreamed
And even spent some time on the sea.
As the day became night and the stars appeared
I looked to the heavens to get a glimpse of a plan
But followed my heart instead
Down the long, and ne’er-ending road ahead.
The Wedding
The flowers are in place
The choir is prepared
The dress is all white
The tux is all black
The men are in line
The women not far behind
The rings are resting
On the pillow we share
The music begins
The room stands still
The doors swing open
As the bride steps down the aisle.
You Told Me You Love Me
You told me you love me
How could that be wrong
You told me you need me
Why can’t I be strong
You told me it happened
But never again
You told me you’re sorry
You are so such a pain
You told me you love me
Never thought you would lie
You told me forever
I thought I would die
Don’t tell me you love me
Don’t tell me you need me
Don’t tell me you’re sorry
When you never mean it anyway.
Longing
My heart and soul is open
To the idea of romance
To the idea of love
My heart and soul is open
To the idea of forever
To the idea of you
My heart and soul is open
With a longing so dear
With a longing I fear
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
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