It Has Been A Long Time

 

  In fact, a bit over 2 years since I last posted! Quite a few things have taken place. Some extremely sad and heart breaking, some challenging and frustrating, while others new, exciting, and happy. A bit of everything. 

  There were times when I wanted to post, but the motivation was not enough. Other times I felt like deleting the blog. Thankfully everything seems to finally be settling down, so I may start to post blog updates as time and circumstances permit. 

Especially since hand embroidery, and other types of needlework continue to have a therapeutic effect in my life.

Until next time!

Notes: Embroidery design/patter: "A Joyful Heart" by Clementine Pattern Co on Etsy.

Summer Mountain / Filigram

Pattern: Summer Mountain by Filigram

 Threads: Called for

Fabric: Artiste/Zweigart Evenweave 28ct Ivory

Started: March 2022

It's Been A While / Yumiko Higuchi: Simply Stitched with Embroidery...

Yes, it has definitely been a long while. My personal volunteer work commitment is on a regular basis nowadays. Although I still keep working on my needlework here and there, I do not feel the urge to post as I used to. 

I've been doing more printed cross stitch lately, but a couple of days ago the desire to work on a hand embroidery project was very strong. The photo above is what I have embroidered so far. The design is by Yumiko Higuchi, from her book: Simply Stitched with Embroidery: Embroidery Motifs for Purses and More. I have the Japanese version, this project is pictured on page 38, and the embroidery pattern on page 73 (on the Japanese book).

Perhaps when I complete the entire project I may stop by and upload a post. However, can't say for sure if I'll start posting more often from now on. Will see how things go. Until next time! Be well!