Thursday, September 24, 2020

Sorry for the neglect....

 Oh gosh!  It's been a while since I've posted, hasn't it?  I seem to have slowed down on social media in general this summer and am way behind on blog reading and commenting and posting and etc.  Sorry!  


I do have something to tease in knitting, and a couple of pieces to show off in stitching.  First the knitting.  I did some preview knitting for Brooklyn Tweed!!!  For stitchers, this is like doing model stitching for Hands Across the Sea Samplers or Scarlett House, except you get to keep your sampler from the beginning.  lol!  Very exciting, in other words.  So for now I can only show sneak peeks of my knitting. (Yes, it's already finished.  No, you can't see it yet.). Here are a couple of peeks.  I used Brooklyn Tweed Shelter in the color Button Jar.  



I can't wait to show off my sweater!  It's being released as part of the Terre Verte Collection, which releases October 7.


OK, now I will show you a stitching finish.  Here it is, EF 1864 by Needlework Press.






I love her so much!  She was from  Sampler and Antique Needlework magazine, summer 2011.  I used the called for NPI silks and I have no clue what fabric I used, except that it was 40ct.  I find Berlin style stitching to be a bit of a chore so it took me a while to get back to this one.  But I'm so glad I did!

Speaking of getting back to something, I picked up my neglected Prairie Schooler Alphabet as well.  In this spurt of activity, I finished the L and B blocks.



I'm stitching it over one, which is probably one reason why I keep picking it up and putting it down again.  Maybe someday I'll finish it!  I'm using DMC floss for it.

This past weekend we managed to drive down to see DD in her new apartment.  It's very odd to drive down instead of using mass transit.  So many changes to everyday life -- it's also the first time I've really been out and about since the pandemic started except for essential things.  We had a beautiful day out, along with lots of walking, social distancing, masking up, and outdoor eating.






It was a nice change to get out and to see our sweet girl.  She stayed with us for about a month, but was going crazy in the 'burbs.  lol!


And of course, Mia is, as always, the diva of the household.  She is happy to have her boy around all the time now.  And she didn't mind having DD around for a month either.





This has gotten long enough, so I'll save what I'm working on right now for later.  I hope everyone is safe and well.  Happy Autumn!

12 comments:

Purple Pixie Dust said...

Some fluffy little kitty likes to cuddle, so sweet.Glad you got to visit your DD and I love your sweater and finished stitching. big hugs lynda ruth

Vickie said...

I love the looks of that sweater Margaret. The sampler is gorgeous! I don't go out and about either my friend. ;)

Jackie's Stitches said...

Your sweater looks fantastic! I can't wait to see the finish when you can post about it. Congrats on your stitching finish too.

I know you loved having your DD at home!

Rugs and Pugs said...

Beautiful knitting as always.
That sampler is outstanding and I just love the Prairie Schooler alphabet.
How nice you got to visit with DD. Has she taken a new job in a different area of the city? Oh, to be young again...lol!

LDR said...

Your sampler finish is gorgeous. I enjoy your blog & I was so happy to see your new entry.

marly said...

Welcome back! How exciting and can't wait to see the reveal.

That sampler is stunning and I just can't fathom being able to handle the color changes and details. Congrats on the finish. The over one PS is adorable!

So Mia finally softened up to DD!! She obviously loves your son.

Glad your family is safe and well.

butterfly said...

Lovely knitting and beautiful stitching .
It is good to get outside now and again.
Great to visit your DD .
Have a good weekend.

Vicki said...

So good to hear from you, Margaret! You've been busy. Congrats on being chosen to knit the preview for Brooklyn Tweed. Your stitching finish is gorgeous.

Penny said...

I look forward to seeing your finished sweater. I think I have some Button Jar some place - I love the color. Beautiful sampler finish! Glad you were able to enjoy some family time in the city. Take care.

Carol said...

I've missed you, Margaret--so good to catch up with all you've been knitting and stitching. Brooklyn Tweed knows an expert stitcher when they see one--great job :) The sweater will be stunning I'm sure--can't wait to see the big reveal. And what a gorgeous stitching finish and progress on the PS alphabet. I know I will never get around to stitching it so I love watching others progress. It is such a classic.

Glad you all had a good family get together in the city. I haven't seen my youngest son since Christmas and it is so hard... Not even sure we'll see him for the holidays at this rate. Sigh...

Take care now and Happy October ♥

Vera said...

Oh wow Margaret - beautiful projects. Can't wait to see your sweater and EF is just beautiful! I have that magazine stashed away somewhere...also the Prairie Schooler pattern...but right now I'm so busy at work and our son gets married in a week!! The Tea Ceremony is this Saturday!!! Excitement abounds.

Carol in Texas said...

Margaret, what is Berlin style stitching? All references I find refer to tapestry and wool. How does it differ from crossstitch? Carol in Texad