Friday, 29 July 2016

Small projects

Life has been busy but I need to sew every day, even if it's just for ten minutes. No backing for my quilt yet so I haven't been able to start hand quilting. In fact, I haven't been working on quilts at all........I'm waiting for inspiration to strike and help me decide what to do next. So sock knitting and small projects have been occupying me.

A little bit of cross stitch, over half way now.
 
 I finished this pair of socks for my big sisters birthday......they were hard to part with.
 
And have started a new pair.....
 

And made a small boxy pouch just to carry my sock knitting. Great tutorial from Pink Stitches.
 

My blog has been a bit quiet of late, but I notice it will be five years old in August. Might need to find a little something for a giveaway.

Happy weekend.

Susan x

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24 comments:

  1. Susan29 July 2016 at 16:36

    Such a cute boxy pouch....how is your rabbit collection going?

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  2. Christine M29 July 2016 at 17:34

    Your cross stitch is amazing, Susan.

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  3. Phyllis29 July 2016 at 17:43

    Your hands are still busy even if you are not quilting. Lovely projects.

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  4. Fiona29 July 2016 at 17:58

    your cross stitch amazes me each time I have a peek at it. I see handmade socks all over the place - just lovely and your boxy bag is just perfect... I'm off to see how it's made...
    Hugz

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  5. Helen 29 July 2016 at 18:13

    Wow love your cross stitch gorgeous !!!

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  6. Karen @ Pieces of Contentment29 July 2016 at 18:40

    Your cross stitch is looking amazing Susan. I trust your sister will love her socks. When the next wave of quilting inspiration hits you'll be quilt-rested and ready to enjoy again.

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  7. kiwikid29 July 2016 at 19:16

    Wow!! Your cross stitch is looking wonderful!!! Great socks, love the colour! The boxy bag is wonderful too, perfect for sock goodies.

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  8. KaHolly29 July 2016 at 20:16

    That cross stitch pice is astounding! A sock pattern in circular needles. Maybe I can handle that! I tried four needles and didn't get very far! Link?

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  9. Janice29 July 2016 at 20:31

    You may not be quilting but you certainly have been productive. Beautiful work.

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  10. Queen Of The Armchair aka Dzintra Stitcheries29 July 2016 at 21:08

    Love your cross stitch Susan...just beautiful! You have been very busy and productive! Cool box bag too!

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  11. Janet30 July 2016 at 00:49

    Your crossstitch is so beautiful! I hope you find just the right new Applique project soon :0)

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  12. sunny30 July 2016 at 02:17

    Your cross stitch is beautiful. I'm working on a red and white design too but not nearly as intricate as yours. Love the socks and the pouch.

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  13. Kyle30 July 2016 at 04:34

    Your blog may have been quiet, but I've been following what you've been working on on IG. Your stitchery is incredible. And you're right, just a few minutes a day can definitely add up.

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  14. Lorraine30 July 2016 at 08:12

    Lots of loveliness there Susan....knitting socks seems to be the thing to do...so many pics all over blogs and IG...sadly I am merely an observer when it comes to knitting...definitely.not a skill I have been able to master! Love your cross stitch! I try and manage a little stitching every day...have been known to fall asleep mid-stitch!

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  15. Karen30 July 2016 at 22:51

    Your cross stitch piece is beautiful. A intricate piece and a style I like very much.

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  16. Pat31 July 2016 at 05:12

    Cross stitch is so beyond me...your piece looks like something seen in a museum - so gorgeous! Love your knitting box and the fabric is adorable. I just bought some hand dyed yarn & needles to try making socks...a new challenge.

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  17. marina31 July 2016 at 07:38

    Fantastic progress on your cross stitch! Loving it.
    Pretty socks, you are so clever.
    Very sweet pouch, I am making a zipped pouch too haven't tackled a zip since you helped me with the last one lol
    Wish me luck!

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  18. DAWNIE31 July 2016 at 19:10

    Susan love your cross stitch so effective, love the socks too and your new little bag am sure will get lots of use.

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  19. Elyte31 July 2016 at 21:07

    Even thought the quilting has slowed down, the hands are still busy and the mind is planning. Always something lovely coming out of your little corner.

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  20. Anthea31 July 2016 at 23:36

    Your cross stitch is coming along splendidly Susan, just stunning!
    What is the design name?

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  21. Sue SA1 August 2016 at 07:54

    Great projects, I think socks would be the perfect portable hand project, for sewing on the run!

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  22. Every Stitch1 August 2016 at 08:43

    Your cross stitch is just exquisite Susan! I can't help seeing some great applique patterns in there too - but on a larger scale LOL. Love the box pouch too. Enjoy your visit to the NGV - might be just the inspiration you need. Hope the quilting is off to a great start too :)

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  23. Lynda1 August 2016 at 14:46

    Don't know if this need to stitch/sew/knit something every day is a good or bad thing - but so many of us go through the same experience. So much loveliness coming up on your blog and IG feed.

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  24. Deb R2 August 2016 at 09:30

    Love your cross stitch, just gorgeous!!!

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