I've never done anything but the most basic stitches. So I may have been just a tad overly optimistic to think that I could do these. I ended up having to watch more than one You Tube tutorial along the way (bullion stitches... uuuggghhhh) but here's how they've turned out....
Don't look too closely or you'll see all kinds of mistakes. (And I didn't stay true to her color suggestions, I just used what I had).
I'm happy with them. I like to think that all the little mistakes make it more charming.
I have to tell ya though, a small miracle happened along the way. While the kids were playing (also known as arguing), I would pick up my embroidery. And then the magic would happen... I'd start feeling more relaxed and could deal more patiently with the little munchkins. I'm not making it up. For me, having something to do with my hands helped with good parenting. Who knew. Sarah Jane better make some more patterns. I've got another 16 years at this parenting stuff and I need all the help I can get!
Eventually they'll be pillows on my girls' beds, but finishing anything lately has been a challenge. What's that you said? Yeah, you. The other mom in the second row. I thought I heard you say, "Preach it sista."
Here's to good beginnings (whether they ever get finished or not).
I loooove you! Your heart, vision, and 'reality'-speak is such a blessing!
ReplyDeleteoh, they're adorable! hurray for not letting that bullion stitch knock you down. btw, I have no idea how to make a bullion thingy ;) xo amy
ReplyDeleteJust saw your comment on the Sarah jane Giveaway. I have had my eyes on these patterns forever. So fun to see what you have done. I don't know how to do the bullion stitch either. But you have inspired me to go for it any way.
ReplyDeleteThanks.
Heather
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