Good morning everyone,
Time for another update on the SAL project today. It’s from a kit by Design Works based on part of a painting by Ronald West.
This is where I was up to last time.
This is where I’m up to now.
Those peach coloured splodges will become faces with a bit of backstitch. I hope to square off this section and get the backstitch done for next time.
We’ve got two new members to welcome into the group this time. Megan is a very talented artist and she’s recently opened her own Etsy shop. Timothy was with us until October last year and he’s now rejoined the group.
Please use the links below to see how we’re all progressing on our chosen SAL project. We live all over the world so you’ll need to allow for time differences. Posting takes place every third Sunday local time.
Our next updates will be posted on the 6th May 2018.
Avis, Claire, Gun, Carole, LucyAnn, Kate, Jess, Sue, Constanze, Debbierose, Christina,
Kathy, Margaret, Cindy, Helen, Steph, Linda, Mary Margaret,
Heidi, Connie, Jackie, Sunny, Hayley, Tony, Megan, 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 
katechiconi
/ April 15, 2018You’ve got a lot done this time. Such fun seeing you and Clair coming at the same finish from different directions.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 15, 2018I know. I like to look at Claire’s and be able to see where I’m going next.
nanacathy2
/ April 15, 2018Excellent progress. I love it when the backstitcch is added and it all comes together.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 15, 2018It’s amazing the difference one strand of thread makes isn’t it?
craftycreeky
/ April 15, 2018Great progress, I love watching this develop 🙂
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 15, 2018Thanks. It’s a very enjoyable project that doesn’t need too much concentration.
Debbierose
/ April 15, 2018Avis, impressive stitching as always
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 15, 2018Thank you. So kind 🙂
kathyreeves
/ April 15, 2018This round of back stitching will really change the picture. It is fun to be able to see the difference. Lots done for you!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 15, 2018I just looked at the packet again. There isn’t a lot of backstitching but it makes a huge difference.
kathyreeves
/ April 15, 2018I love that kind of back stitching!
tonymarkp
/ April 15, 2018You’ve got lots done and you’re very organized about how you’re working on it. It helps to get the backstitching done little by little.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 15, 2018I used to leave backstitching until the end but it makes sense to spread the load with this one as it’s a fully stitched design. I must admit I didn’t realise that at the time of purchase. I just couldn’t resist the price!
claire93
/ April 15, 2018Two faceless waiters lol. Looking forward to seeing them become more human next time.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 15, 2018They will but they’ll be very odd looking humans LOL.
teamwilsun
/ April 15, 2018It’s going to be even more fantastic when you bring the waiters to life by backstitching their faces! Nice work.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 15, 2018Yes, they do need their faces don’t they? They’re an odd looking pair even with the backstitching.
lucyannluna
/ April 15, 2018Great progress, it is certainly growing
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 15, 2018It’s just a case of keeping going. Cutting up the chart has definitely kept me motivated because I can’t see the huge amounts that’s still to be stitched.
marymargaretripley
/ April 15, 2018Great progress Avis! It’s really coming together. I like how you backstitch as you go. Definitely saves doing it all at the end
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 15, 2018I’m pleased I’ve got the backstitch out of the way so far. I don’t always do it this way but for this design it seemed best for me.
Lindashee
/ April 15, 2018Lovely progress and thank you for the highlight 🙂 (I really need to get working don’t I ?)
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 15, 2018Thanks. You deserve to do well with all your lovely designs so I’ll link every now and then. They’re so original 🙂
stitchingranny
/ April 15, 2018Both yourself and Claire are making excellent progress.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 17, 2018Thanks. It’s been a bigger undertaking than I’d first imagined.
Christina
/ April 15, 2018Great progress! Looking forward to seeing the chef’s faces 😊
Christina
/ April 15, 2018Or waiters? 😂
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 17, 2018Now there’s a point??
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 17, 2018Thanks. Me too!
rutigt
/ April 16, 2018Great progress and great embroidery 🙂
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 17, 2018Thank you 🙂
wickedstitcher
/ April 16, 2018So much done since you started this piece I remember seeing the very beginning of it when you started. The picture is so cute I can’t wait to see the faces.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 17, 2018The backstitch will make all the difference 🙂
Catherine
/ April 17, 2018You are really making great progress on this Avis! I always look forward to seeing your progress on this piece.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 17, 2018Thank you Catherine 🙂
Carole
/ April 18, 2018Great progress. Poor waiters with their blobby faces though LOL
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ April 18, 2018I know but I couldn’t reveal them all at once hehe.