Happy Friday, Friends!
August was not a good month for cross stitch. I only put in 956 stitches on one project.
Wilding Hill Manor by Little Robin Designs.
This is where I left off in July.
Here is today's progress.
I cannot, for the life of me, figure out settings to photograph linen without it looking wonky. It doesn't look like that on the phone nor my laptop :(
I'm hoping to finish this at next week's retreat.
Doing a little happy dance over here with two fully finishes. I picked these up from the framer this week.
Salute to Abigail by Blackbird Designs
I went out of my comfort zone when selecting this frame but I am so happy with it. The photo doesn't do it justice. The frame works so well with the thread colors.
Fabric: 36 count linen in the color Frappucino by XJudesigns
Floss: My own conversion of Valdani Cotton (0507, P7 and 031)
Stitch count: 147w x 149h
Start date: 11/1/25, End date: 5/30/26
This was a stitch along with friends.
The next framed piece is Meek & Humble by Teresa Kogut
The model was stitched into a pillow but this is a gift for my mom and she prefers frames over pillows.
Fabric: 40 count linen in the color Vanilla Latte by Fabrics by Stephanie
Floss: My own conversion of DMC 3866 and Gloriano Silk in Cranberry
Stitch count: 142w x 56h
Start date: 7/10/26, End date: 7/22/26
This was also a stitch along with a friend.
Sewing is at a stand still until after the retreat. I'll get back to Sewcialites 3 and I'm going to need your opinion on the finishing for Fat Quarters by the Dozen. That will be next Tuesday's post.
We are helping mom move into her new place through Saturday. Then Sunday is another quick road trip.
What is on your agenda for the weekend? I hope it will be filled with all good things.
See you soon,
Friday, September 4, 2026
Floss Friday -- August XS Stats, Progress and Two FFOs
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9 comments:
You’ve had some busy weeks, Jeanna! I see the design emerging in Wilding Hill. The framing for Abigail is gorgeous! I hope your mom likes her new place - that’s a nice house-warming gift for her. Is the retreat coming up soon? Happy Friday!
Dear Jeanna, I absolutely love your progress! I am so happy to see your crafts and talent! Thank you so much for sharing. I was unable to comment until now, I made a post on my blog about the issues, and it turns out a huge amount of people had the same problem!
Thankfully it is working now.
I hope you have a lovely weekend!
That wonky effect in the photo is called "moire (moh-Ray)effect." What happens is the grid of the fabric and the grid of the pixels "fight" - the fabric usually loses. The only way to fix it in editing is a soft blur.
You have done some lovely work even though your stitch count is "low" by your standards.
You can compare it to mine - I did zero stitches this month!
Love your frames. "Low" to you is "a LOT" to me! I guess you are still moving your Mom today, hope all goes well. Have fun at your retreat!
You seem as though you got a lot done to me! I love the frame you chose. I'm sure you'll enjoy your retreat. I look forward to hearing about it. Not sure about anyone else but I couldn't comment on anyone's blog yesterday. Blogger has too many issues lately!
Your finishes look amazing, Jeanna! You are certainly staying busy . I wish you all the best as your Mom makes moves to her new home. Have a lovely Labor Day weekend. Hugs.
The framing turned out beautifully... your heart will leap with joy every time you look at it.
Wonderfully done.
So beautiful.
Cheerful greetings from Viola
Thank you, Linda!
Thank you so much, Viola!
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