Monthly Archives: August 2008

And So it Begins…

A new era of education begins today. Yes, it’s my first day at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Online Division. Otherwise known as the Art Institute Online. We have two chapters to read this week and 3 assignments, one due … Continue reading

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My Tag for Karen (Personal Floss Tag Exchange)

Karen V emailed me today to let me know that my floss tag arrived at her house. I’m embarrassed of my efforts having now seen the tag that she made for me, but it is what it is. Just a … Continue reading

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Lookie What I Got! (Personal Floss Tag Exchange)

Karen V and I did a personal floss tag exchange recently and I’ve already received her tag for me, despite the fact that we both just mailed early last week. The post office must be working overtime! Anyway, she modified … Continue reading

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Stash Enhancement Fun!

I haven’t added to my stash in a while, since I’m trying to decrease my stash, not increase it. But with all of the new goodies that I just had come in to One Star’s Light Needlework Supplies, I just … Continue reading

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3-D Cross Stitch Book

I received a lovely bit of mail today. The post man brought me my copy of 3-D Cross Stitch. If you’ve never taken a look at this book, I highly recommend that you do. I was first captivated by the … Continue reading

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Finished – Mill Hill – Scissor Pocket – Iris Maize Sampler

I beaded the necklace portion of the scissor pocket last night, so, as I predicted, here is my finish: I decided to leave off the “fringe,” but I value the opinions of my readers, so I’m curious as to what … Continue reading

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Stitched – Mill Hill – Scissor Pocket – Iris Maize Sampler

Indeed, I was able to finish the beading and add the backstitching last night, as I had expected. I actually even started the finishing last night while watching the Olympics. I stayed up way past my bedtime to do it, … Continue reading

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Beaded – Mill Hill – Treasured Scissor Fob – Rosaline Rose

As promised, here is an actual scan of the scissors fob that I whipped up Monday night from a Mill Hill kit. It was really quick and easy to do. I might even consider buying another one to do, as … Continue reading

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SBQ: Finding Balance

This SBQ is: How do you balance your stitching time with your other obligations such as work, household chores, etc.? HAH! You mean there are other things in life besides stitching? I scoff at the idea. But seriously, it’s easy … Continue reading

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SBQ: Stitching Publications

This SBQ is: Do you currently subscribe to any stitching publications or have you in the past? (Either in print or online) If so, which ones? I have never subscribed to a printed publication, nor am I now; however, I … Continue reading

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