It’s time for another SAL project update. I’m stitching the Woodland Sampler by Anchor. The design number is PCE958.
This is where I was up to last time.


That’s both deer finished except for the fawn’s hooves which are on the next page down. It was an easy section to do because of the lack of three quarter stitches and there was very little back stitching as well. I quite enjoyed stitching that bit. The next bit isn’t full coverage but there’s loads of fractional stitches and not too many colour changes. It’ll be fine.
Anne has decided to bow out of the SAL for the foreseeable future to concentrate on other exciting projects. Please check out what everyone else has been up to by clicking their names below. We live all over the world so you may need to allow for time differences as we’re posting today at local time.
Avis, Claire, Gun, Constanze, Christina, Kathy, Margaret, Cindy, Heidi, Jackie, Sunny, Megan, Deborah, Renee, Carmela, Sharon, Daisy, AJ, Cathie, Linda, Helen
Our next updates will be posted on the 20th February 2022.
About the SAL
Please note this SAL is not accepting any more new members until further notice but this is what it’s all about anyway. 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.
claire93
/ January 30, 2022looking fabulous Avis! I do so admire how you’re making such regular progress with this project.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022I’m trying very hard to keep going.
Cathie J
/ January 30, 2022Those deer are wondeful. You got a lot of stitching completed in the last 3 weeks.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022I really went for it this time.
witchylin
/ January 30, 2022It is looking great. You are bringing the animals to life.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022I’m looking forward to stitching the badger.
Debbierose
/ January 30, 2022Your dear and fawn are adorable
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022They are quite life like aren’t they?
Lindashee
/ January 30, 2022You seem to be blasting through this one despite the challenges encountered and I think this design is well worth it. Each little square has its own personality and I love the finished doe. looking forward to next update
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022Thank you for being so positive 🙂 This is how the SAL helps me to get projects like this finished.
kathyreeves
/ January 30, 2022The mama deer looks so realistic! Your attack by squares brings a surprise each check, I look forward to seeing what’s next!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022I hope you like the next bit 🙂
craftycreeky
/ January 30, 2022Looking great, the deer are gorgeous 🙂
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022Thank you. Almost half done!
hettyanddaisy
/ January 30, 2022The doe and fawn are gorgeous, I wonder what creature is next. Lovely work.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022No more creatures for a while I’m afraid.
stitchingranny
/ January 30, 2022This centre panel is a beautiful woodland picture all on its own Avis. xx
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022I agree 🙂 but there’s plenty more to come.
Renee
/ January 30, 2022Avis, this looks amazing! I hope you are able to enjoy the next section, even with those challenging stitches.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022I’ve just taken the photo as I won’t be stitching any more this session. It’s getting there.
Sharon
/ January 30, 2022You’re really made great progress with this. Such a beautiful scene, excited to see whats next
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022Lot’s of flora rather than fauna but still pretty I think.
wybrow1966
/ January 30, 2022They look great Avis – steady progress all the way.
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022Yes, I’m having to push myself but it’s worth it.
AJ
/ January 31, 2022It is looking wonderful! I hope the next section goes as well as expected
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022Thanks. Me too!
rutigt
/ January 31, 2022I just love it! They look so alive!
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022Yes, it’s nice to stitch realistic looking projects for a change.
Christina
/ January 31, 2022Yes, it’ll be fine and it’ll look amazing! Looking forward to seeing the next part 😊
Sewing Beside the Sea
/ February 16, 2022I’ve just got to the half way mark. Roll on SAL day 🙂