Friday, May 25, 2012

A New Start!

Whenever I have a lot of stress in my life, I like to start new projects.  And they can't be small projects - they have to be big!  The bigger the stress, the bigger the project.  I got it in my head that I wanted to start The Scarlet Letter's Dorothy Walpole.  I think Laurie's framed finish put me over the edge!  The only problem was that everything was packed away.  The linen, the chart and the threads.  Well, that didn't stop me for long!  I dug them out and started right away.

Dorothy Walpole

The Scarlet Letter "Dorothy Walpole"
40 ct. Vintage Pecan Butter by Lakeside Linens, AVAS silks (1 over 2)

I'm loving it!  Unfortunately, I had to frog about half of the border I stitched.  Somehow I got off in two places.  I'm back on track now and am working on all those eyelet stitches on the bottom.  I can't wait to get to the pretty flowers!

Last Saturday I went up to Amy's to say goodbye (for the summer, or until Myrtle Beach in the fall).  We had a very nice visit.  I can never resist getting a little stash while there from Down Sunshine Lane. :)

Stash!

Only one week until we head down to Florida.  I have almost everything packed.  I just have to do the kitchen and few other things.  I hope you all have a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend!
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24 comments:

  1. Natasha Fri May 25, 01:57:00 PM EDT

    Oh Nicole, what a pretty start. I just adore all those eyelet stitches on the bottom. I love stitching those when they are in a chart. I hope that nasty frog does not pop up again.

    Safe travels for you to FL

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  2. DebFri May 25, 02:03:00 PM EDT

    Such a great start on Dorothy. That is a beautiful sampler. Mine is sitting in the bottom of the stash basket. It probably won't see the light of day for a long time so it will be fun to watch your progress.

    Boo on those frogs! But I'm loving those eyelet stitches!

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  3. Laurie in IowaFri May 25, 02:15:00 PM EDT

    Glad to hear I helped push you over the edge... Dorothy is a wonderful stitch.
    Good luck with your move.

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  4. Annette-CaliforniaFri May 25, 02:23:00 PM EDT

    Gorgeous stitching you've already done. Love the colors. Oh I see you got The Proper Stitch book. Do you like it? I've been reading lots of good reviews. Wow your moving as well, good luck to you.

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  5. AnonymousFri May 25, 03:19:00 PM EDT

    gorgeous piece you are working on, love it.
    Your new stash is great,

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  6. CariFri May 25, 03:21:00 PM EDT

    Dorothy is such a lovely sampler. She should keep you satisfied for awhile!! LOL. Have a great holiday weekend and we'll see you soon !!! HUGS

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  7. VickieFri May 25, 03:59:00 PM EDT

    Dorothy is beautiful! You are organized, good for you. Hope the move goes really smooth. :)

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  8. GritFri May 25, 04:09:00 PM EDT

    Das ist ein sehr schöner Start.
    Bin gespannt, wie es weiter geht.
    Liebe Grüße Grit

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  9. Kalu VFri May 25, 04:10:00 PM EDT

    a great start!! the colors are beautiful!

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  10. RietFri May 25, 04:36:00 PM EDT

    What a very nice new starts! I hope you feeling better soon. Have a nice weekend.

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  11. GiovannaFri May 25, 07:32:00 PM EDT

    That's a lovely new start, excellent choice!

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  12. KatrinaFri May 25, 09:58:00 PM EDT

    Gorgeous new start!!!!! You make me want to start a new project ;-).

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  13. ElizabethFri May 25, 10:20:00 PM EDT

    I love those colors in that sampler - the spring-summer palate should be cheering on your move. I agree, moving can be hugely stressful. I seem to look at the whole thing with horror because I don't like tackling little logistics that are all needed to complete a move, but such is life. I hope everything goes smoothly for you!

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  14. DeborahFri May 25, 11:38:00 PM EDT

    Love your new start! Hope the move goes well.

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  15. LanieSat May 26, 07:43:00 AM EDT

    "Dorothy Walpole" is delicious! She looks like such a pleasure to stitch. She's been on my "must have" list for some time, but I keep telling myself "no, no, no" until some WIPs get finished! But that's no fun! Enjoy her ... look forward to seeing your progress. Best wishes with your move. Hope all goes smoothly!

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  16. Charlene ♥ NCSat May 26, 01:39:00 PM EDT

    Beautiful beginnings! Have a great holiday weekend. Hope your move is uneventful, and that you'll post more than ever so we won't miss you more!

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  17. MindiSat May 26, 01:40:00 PM EDT

    Gorgeous start on Dorothy! She's such a beautiful sampler. Nice stash you picked up as well.

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  18. AnneSat May 26, 01:53:00 PM EDT

    What a stunning design! I love the colours and the eyelets are amazing!!!

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  19. DonaSat May 26, 03:20:00 PM EDT

    Gorgeous start, Nicole! And there plenty of worse ways to deal with stress. Your way actually creates something beautiful!

    Nice shopping stash!

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  20. Cathy LloydSat May 26, 03:52:00 PM EDT

    Safe travels Nicole! I know Cari is excited for you to be in Florida! Your Dorothy Walpole is beautiful....I may have to succumb! But not today...HA!

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  21. Susan @ Real Girl DesignsSun May 27, 08:36:00 AM EDT

    Good luck with your move, Nicole!

    Your start is lovely - I'm sorry about the frogs, though :(

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  22. Patty C.Mon May 28, 10:59:00 PM EDT

    Beautiful start

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  23. CatherineWed May 30, 09:18:00 PM EDT

    Very pretty start and great stash!

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  24. AlexandrineMon Jul 30, 04:04:00 AM EDT

    I have to do the scarlet too !!

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