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Sunday, 30 March 2014

Stitching Sundays 30

Stitching Sundays 30 - how did that happen?  Over this last 30 weeks, I have achieved far more with embroidery, sewing, patchwork and making than I would have thought possible! The photo collage above shows a variety of projects I have completed, including decorations, bunting, embroidering a felt piece which I started three years ago and trying patchwork for the first time (collage created using picmonkey).  I am sure that without the added excitement of having something to share on a Sunday, I would not have achieved so much.
Having said all that, I have decided that I am not going to continue posting on every Stitching Sunday. This doesn't mean I am going to stop making, sewing, embroidering - far from it (especially as I have discovered a love of split stitch!) - but I shall be sharing my projects on an 'as and when they are progressing' basis.
I would love to attempt to make myself a skirt that actually fits; a simple A line, knee length or a little longer, perhaps in denim, so that is the next challenge I have set myself.  I am a beginner at clothes making so am hoping this won't be a project too far!  I would also like to mend a childhood knitted rabbit toy (Gonga), who needs sorting out and a new pair of felt shorts making, so there is something else I'll be doing too.
It has been great to join in and I hope to have many more projects to share in the future.
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10 comments:

  1. Mari30 March 2014 at 20:58

    Your work makes me want to start with an embroidery project! Congratulations with your achievement.

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    1. Ellie Foster30 March 2014 at 22:25

      Thanks, Mari. It has been a really good sew-a-long to be involved with and I shall definitely keep going. I have really enjoyed the freedom of Doodle Embroidery and I have lots of other projects in my head which I would like to do!
      Best wishes and have a happy week.
      Ellie

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  2. Joy31 March 2014 at 12:40

    You've done so well Ellie, beautifully impressive projects, but I know there are times when things have to change a bit - we take stock and re-group, if you like! I have not been joining in every week, but then I am a bit of a free agent anyway and like to wander off and delve into different things as the mood takes me.
    I think it's important too that we don't place over-high expectations or strict deadlines on ourselves, or some of the fun and enjoyment can dissipate somewhat.
    All the very best with your skirt-making, I'm sure you'll do a great job, and with fixing up 'Gonga's' needs too, that's very important!!
    I have really loved seeing your beautiful works of art and look forward to seeing many more in the near future.
    Wishing you the very best as always, Joy xo

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    1. Ellie Foster31 March 2014 at 18:57

      Thanks, Joy. The Stitching Sunday deadlines really made me get on with my projects and I achieved so much, but as you say, it's time to take stock and re-group. I am a little nervous about the skirt (somehow it feels much more like 'proper' sewing) but I am going to have a go using calico to begin with so that I can make all the mistakes without sacrificing good quality material (well, that's the plan!). Gonga has been waiting so patiently to have some new trousers - it's only fair to get on with them too!
      I will definitely keep posting about my sewing/embroidery projects.
      Have a lovely rest of the week.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  3. Stins31 March 2014 at 12:52

    What a great collage; super to see all those pretty makes all together!
    Keep going Ellie ;-)! Love from Mirjam.

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    1. Ellie Foster31 March 2014 at 18:58

      Thanks, Mirjam. It seemed a good time to take stock and celebrate what I have been able to create. I'll definitely keep going!
      Enjoy the rest of the week.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  4. Unknown1 April 2014 at 16:48

    Well done Ellie! I am amazed at your creative, beautiful projects, thank you so much for taking part! I'm with you on easing up, though - I'm sure you noticed my hosting posts have been fewer and far between lately, life has just been taking me in different directions, and sometimes I end up stitching earlier in the week or not at all. So let's take the pressure off ourselves, but hopefully we'll still share lovely embroidery! Chrissie xxx

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    1. Ellie Foster1 April 2014 at 18:04

      Thanks, Chrissie. Stitching Sundays has been so inspirational to be involved in and there is no doubt that I have completed far more with it than I would have done without. Thank you for providing the springboard which has launched me into embroidery and sewing with extra enthusiasm.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  5. Hannapat1 April 2014 at 19:45

    Wow what amazing achievements Ellie, it is so lovely to be able to look back on it. Well done for persevering with it. Yes I would also like to make some clothes, but I never seem to get around to it. I know that Lazy Daisy Jones is doing a sew along to make a skirt, maybe worth checking it out. I will sadly be missing it as we are jetting off tomorrow. Have a lovely Easter sweetie and I hope that the Easter bunny is very kind to you. Much love xoxo

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    1. Ellie Foster1 April 2014 at 22:45

      Thanks, Hannapat. It gave me a real sense of achievement to see what I have made. I am hoping to be involved (though probably not on a Wednesday) with the skirt make-along - I have ordered the pattern, bought the zip and have some lovely denim just needing a wash. I am thinking that I had better make one in calico first, just to see how I get on.
      Have a wonderful trip and enjoy every minute that you can. Happy Easter to you too.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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