Floss Friday #61

Happy Friday! It is a gorgeous Fall day here in San Jose. It is 90F and sunny. I had hoped to go for a hike today, but I am going to have to pass as it is way to hot for that. Instead I will end up going for a night walk when it cools off later. I am looking forward to it.

WIPGO Update

Let’s take a look how September went and what is on my plate for October.

September

First up was my Fruit of Plenty sampler that I started in 2021. I made some great progress during the month and hit my goal of working on it five times during September.

I made tremendous progress on The Needleworker. Unfortunately, I only got in 4 of the 5 sessions I planned for the month. Life happens. Meanwhile, I am super pleased with the progress. I am confident that I will finish it during October.

October

Project 14 turns out to be my Prim Stitch. I set a goal to either finish this project or to work on it for five nights.

Project 19 is my Sampler of the Month Series. With finishing up August, that means that I will be starting September. Once again my goal is to either finish or work on for five nights. I know I have finished this project before when I focused on it like 3 or 4 sittings. Hoping the same happens for September.

Final Finishes (FFO)

I have been working my Summer Baskets Triple Play Pillows by Hands on Designs. I finished making all the tops and cutting the batting, backing, and pillow forms. I was so excited to finish the first of the three pillows! So exciting. I have the second one ready for Big Stitch quilting.

Starts & Finishes

This month I am a bit ambitious. I have planned 6 starts and 8 finishes. A big ask right? On the other hand, there will be a Cross Stitch Marathon later in the month so I figure that is where I will start whatever hasn’t happened yet. It should all be fun!

START & FINISH: Hello October by Hands on Designs

This series is winding up. I have been successful staying current each month which is a big confidence booster. I can’t wait to add all the cute buttons when finishing this series. It has been stitched on 16ct white aida with called for DMC floss. I really enjoyed backstitching the cute inner border. Feels like it really added to the piece.

START: October Celebration by Hands on Designs

Love how this starts. That tree is fun to stitch. Not quite done yet, but such a cute design! I am stitching on 16ct beige aida with called for fancy floss.

WIP Updates

I missed one stitch night this past week because life happened. Still, I feel pretty good. Check out what I did get done.

2023 SJ Temperature Butterflies by Stitchin Mommy

I am a little behind with just finishing July and August butterflies last night, but that puts me back on track. Look how hot August was with all those reds and oranges. Just a few cool days (yellow). July was pretty toasty as well. I just love this fabric which is 14 ct vintage blue. I wish it came in other counts. I just love the mottled look.

I still need to update my chart for the September temperatures. I can’t wait to see what that butterfly will look like.

Snowman Collector: The Needleworker by Country Cottage Samplings

I can taste the finish on this one. There is one little corner left on the robe then the upper left-hand corner and this one is done! I have started pulling what I need for The Clown which is next in this series. Just love these vibrant colors.

June Stackables by It’s Sew Emma (FQS)

I have to be honest. When I worked on this one last night, I really thought I was going to be able to finish. Instead, I finished the shell and started the bucket. So many projects close to being done. I am hoping to finish before the marathon so I can start my next stackables during the marathon. Keeping my fingers crossed. I am stitching on Fabric Flair White Pine Board. I really don’t see the design, but I bought enough for the whole series so I will keep plugging away.

Upcoming Plans & Thoughts

During 2023, I really set a goal to learn how to draw and work on my art. This is my first time sharing with all of you. (I feel like I have made enough progress that is actually shareable). I still have lots of practice to do, but I feel like I have made some progress with my art. LOL!

So…. I am thinking this upcoming week I won’t get a ton of stitching time because it is time for the annual quilt show and I am signed up for classes Thursday – Saturday. I will have house guests on Wednesday night. It is going to be a fun, busy week. Woohoo!

With that in mind, I am planning to work on the following projects:

• September Sampler of the Month
• Prim Stitch
• October Year of Celebration
• Snowman Collector: The Needleworker
• June Stackables

I am secretly hoping to finish the last 3 this week. It will all depend on how much stitch time I really get.

This weekend, I need to look at what my classes require to make sure I have everything I need. Oh my! I might have to go shopping. LOL! I also need to pull out my travel machine and use it this week so I remember what to do.

I hope everyone has a great weekend. Enjoy the Indian Summer! Happy Stitching!

Peggy Stockwell