my hands do not always do what my brain tells them

I really, really, really, want to start a new needlepoint project.  But I have decided to be firm with myself and insist that this embroidery project get completed first. 

With that in mind I got out the floss box and set about remembering where I was. 

I did some stem stitch ...

and some blanket stitch ...

and some other moves like bullion knots and satin stitch.

Thank goodness for guides AND on-line video tutorials when I needed more than a picture to understand where the needle was supposed to go in and come out.  Not to mention carrying the thread below the needle and putting something through a loop.  

If you are an embroidery expert please don't look too closely at my work.  My spirit is very willing but my hands do not always do what my brain tells them.  They have always been that way. 

P.S.  That cute Rebecca Ringquist has just released a sequel to this sampler.  I am telling you right now I am not going to order it until I have that needlepoint rabbit I just ordered completed.  I am not I am not I am not....

Comments

[Caroline Berk]

I have to repeat after you - I am not, I am not. wonder how long we can hold out?

[Chrissy]

This takes me back years!
I think this is the kind of embroidery my Mum did, only she bought a blue line transfer and ironed it on. Embroidered. Laundered the piece and pressed it.
Always lovely little designs, nothing too modern. I particularly remember ballet dancers twirling round a tray cloth. How I wish I had it now.
So - will you frame yours?

[Jane Bumar]

I think they look amazing; and I have floss box envy!

[Amy in Texas]

I so understand your dilemma. I'm working on a rather involved counted cross stitch piece and I have a pair of pillowcases calling my name. I have challenged myself to finish up some things and NOT buy another thing to stitch until my birthday which is in February. It's all about staying strong. We can do it!

[jeanette, mistress of longears]

Needlepoint RABBIT? Et tu, Brute? :-)