Here is my SAL update on the Cut Thru Garden Shed cross stitch kit. Designer credits are here. If you need a reminder of how it’ll all turn out in the end, you’ll find a photo in this post.
This is where I was up to last time.
I really struggled to achieve my personal goal of one square this time. I was still sitting frantically back stitching yesterday. A crack of the virtual SAL whip and a dose of sheer determination got me through 🙂
Here it is without the back stitched detail.
Now we have a pair of wellies, the beginnings of a BBQ and some soil!
Please enjoy the latest SAL project updates from the rest of the group by clicking the links below. There are two new members this time. Welcome aboard Susan and Anne! I can’t wait to see which project you’ve chosen for this SAL.
We live all over the world so you may need to allow for time differences. Posting takes place every third Sunday, local time. Our next updates will be posted on the 13th October 2019.
Avis, Claire, Gun, Carole, Sue, Constanze, Christina, Kathy, Margaret, Cindy, Helen, Linda, Heidi, Jackie, Sunny, Hayley, Megan, Deborah, Clare, Mary Margaret, Renee, Jenny, Carmela, Jocelyn, Sharon, Susan, Anne
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 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
/ September 22, 2019A shed would not be a proper shed without at least one pair of wellies… Looking good, and the important thing is, you achieved your goal.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 22, 2019Only just LOL.
wybrow1966
/ September 22, 2019The backstitch makes such a difference!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 22, 2019It certainly does 🙂
claire93
/ September 22, 2019our 3-weekly updates really do help to keep us on the straight & narrow, don’t they?
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 22, 2019They do and I didn’t want to break my run of whole squares either so I was doubly determined.
hettyanddaisy
/ September 22, 2019This looks very detailed and yes the back stitching whilst laborious certainly makes a difference. And you achieved your target – well done.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 22, 2019Thanks. It’s not as complicated as it looks until the back stitching is added.
witchylin
/ September 22, 2019This is looking great. It is fun to see what extra items are added in each section.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 22, 2019I also get a surprise because I’m mostly stitching it upside down 🙂
Lindashee
/ September 22, 2019If you hadn’t told us we wouldn’t have known how tight it was ! SAL really helps give a kick in the shin doesn’t it?! Great progress
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 22, 2019It does, plus my own determination not to break my run of one square per three weeks. I’d better get started on the next bit tomorrow!
nwpaintedlady
/ September 22, 2019Every little detail in this project is delightfully fun and whimsical. I just noticed the broken strings on tennis racket; she shed magic! your X’s are perfection 🙂 Sharon
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 22, 2019Aw! Thank you 🙂 I think concentrating on one section at a time has been good for spotting all the little details. I’m really enjoying this one but my favourite so far is still the narrowboat in the same series.
Renee
/ September 22, 2019I absolutely love seeing your updates. This is such a great chart and your stitching is fantastic. You are getting SO close to a finish. I look forward to seeing it next month!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 22, 2019Yes, three stages to go. It’ll be done and dusted well before 2020 🙂
marymargaretripley
/ September 22, 2019Avis you got a lot accomplished if you didnt start stitching till you emailed us our reminder!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 22, 2019Oh, I started stitching the day after the last update and got about 3/4 done. Then I put it down for a while…
magpiesue
/ September 22, 2019That crack of the SAL whip had me stitching at the last minute too. 😉 I still marvel at what a difference back stitching makes!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 22, 2019I couldn’t believe I was panicking a little LOL.
Carole
/ September 22, 2019Love the latest square. This is such a brilliant project 🙂
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 22, 2019Thank you Carole. I really must get on with the next square earlier this time though 🙂
kathyreeves
/ September 22, 2019And a cup of tea on its way too! Yes, that SAL whip cracks has spurred me along more than once. I’m not sure, but I may have missed your last email Avis. I don’t remember seeing one last week, though I may have accidentally trashed it by mistake.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 22, 2019It might be in your spam. Your address is in the list of those I sent. Some mail boxes randomly reject AOL mail for some reason. You’re not the only one 😉
Anonymous
/ September 22, 2019So glad you were able to meet your goal. It is so much fun seeing all the items that are packed into this shed.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 22, 2019It’s quite tidy considering how much is in there 🙂
anne54
/ September 23, 2019Oh it is wonderful! There are so many little details to look at. I can’t wait to see what will be in the shed next time!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 23, 2019I’ll let you into a little secret 😉 Something is brewing 🙂
rutigt
/ September 23, 2019You did it and I´m impressed! Great work!!!!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 23, 2019My needle was smoking 🙂
rutigt
/ September 23, 2019Hahaha 🙂
Jocelyn Thurston
/ September 23, 2019I do enjoy seeing these little motifs emerge each visit. Wonderful stitching as always, Avis.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 23, 2019Thank you Jocelyn. It’s fun to stitch 🙂
teamwilsun
/ September 24, 2019I’m glad that we all get encouragement from your stitch-a-long! And I always love seeing all the details in this design. You’re getting close to a happy dance!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ September 24, 2019I do need to get a move on this time. Couldn’t possibly miss my self imposed target 🙂.