Hello everyone,
It’s been a busy time for me recently but after my poor show in the last update I really put my head down this time. The design is called Getting Ready from a kit by Design Works. This is where I was up to last time.
Santa did bring me several crafty goodies for Christmas but I stuck to my task and completed another 1/12.
There was very little backstitch detailing to do on this square. See if you can spot it. I’ve now completed 1/3 of this project.
It’s hard to believe we’re now at the end of 2017. Where did this year go?
Please use the links below to see how we’re all progressing on our chosen SAL project. We live all over the world so please allow for time differences. Posting takes place every third Sunday local time.
Our next updates will be posted on the 21st January 2018.
Happy New Year!
Avis, Claire, Gun, Carole, LucyAnn, Kate, Jess, Sue, Constanze, Debbierose, Christina,
Kathy, Margaret, Cindy, Helen, Steph, Linda, Catherine, Mary Margaret, Timothy,
About the SAL
This SAL (Stitch Along) is slightly different to other SALs in that we don’t all stitch the same design at the same rate. We choose ONE unfinished project, or ONE new one, and show progress of its completion over a series of three weekly updates. There are no deadlines and no set amount to stitch. The result is that the space in our drawers full of WIPs (works in progress) is gradually being freed up to store lots of new crafty goodness. It’s surprising how much motivation I’ve gained from being in this SAL. If you’d like to finish a project you’ve left unfinished for a while, or start a new one with us, you can join us by leaving a request in the comments below or sending me an email. The address is on the right of this page. I’ll send you a few simple rules to agree.
Sewing Beside the Sea 
craftycreeky
/ December 31, 2017Great progress 🙂 Happy New Year!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ December 31, 2017Thanks. You too 😁.
marymargaretripley
/ December 31, 2017Great progress Avis. I am envious. Happy New year to you!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ December 31, 2017Thank you. I’ve done little else this time.
lucyannluna
/ December 31, 2017Great job, looks fantastic
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ December 31, 2017Thanks. It was an easy section.
claire93
/ December 31, 2017oh wow! you’ve really put me to shame ^^
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ December 31, 2017Nah, I’ve just done nothing much else.
Debbierose
/ December 31, 2017Woo hoo, 1/3 way to Avis
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ December 31, 2017Yes, it was my own mini goal this time.
katechiconi
/ December 31, 2017A big chunk like that is impressive. As for the backstitching, the edge of the carpet and the waiter’s pants leg?
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ December 31, 2017Yes, you found the backstitch. This square was very easy to stitch but it still took many hours to do.
katechiconi
/ December 31, 2017I can see that it must, but well worth the effort.
kathyreeves
/ December 31, 2017Avis, you really did put your head down! I need to do that! It is looking great.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ December 31, 2017On with the next square to the right next. I maybe need to slow down a bit and do other projects over the next three weeks. I’ve picked up my knitting again so I’ll see how it goes.
ccflo3
/ December 31, 2017You are making great progress. You’ll be finished in no time if you keep this up.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ December 31, 2017Ah yes but now I’ve found a knitting WIP. Hopefully, I can get enough cross stitching done for next time.
Christina
/ December 31, 2017Impressed again by your progress! How do you do it? 🙂 Happy New Year!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ December 31, 2017I’ve started to stitch in the evenings. The lack of good TV over the holidays has helped a lot.
Christina
/ December 31, 2017haha! That does help 🙂
Carole
/ December 31, 2017Wow, that’s some solid stitching there. You’ve made loads of progress 🙂
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ December 31, 2017I’d love to get another square done for next time but I can’t promise.
Catherine
/ December 31, 2017Gosh, this has come along in leaps and bounds and looks fabulous! Happy new year
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ December 31, 2017You too 🙂 My needle had sparks coming from it this time.
magpiesue
/ December 31, 2017That’s impressive progress considering the distractions of the season. 😉 Looking forward to another year of fun with this group!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ December 31, 2017Me too. I’ve made more handmade gifts than ever this year as well. I just seemed to have more time to craft which was very welcome.
lbick
/ December 31, 2017Looks great! I’m loving your project more and more! My have to make one for myself
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ January 2, 2018Thanks. It’s a very enjoyable kit to stitch.
stitchingranny
/ January 1, 2018Great progress. I couldn’t spot the back stitch though, but guess it may be the bottom of the apron.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ January 2, 2018Correct! There’s very little this time which was a bonus.
rutigt
/ January 2, 2018Looking so good, even if I couldn´t spot the backstitch, but then you are not suppose to see them 🙂 Gott Nytt År!!!!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ January 2, 2018Happy New Year! There’s just a little bit along the bottom of the apron.
Ginny @ Mytimestitching .com
/ January 4, 2018I think you have made great progress! It is looking wonderful. Happy New Year!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ January 4, 2018Thank you. Happy New Year!