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An exact conversion will be nigh impossible as these two threads are variegated. But you could convert to a DMC color that, to your eye, most nearly matches the predominant color in the called for thread. At the end of the day, I am sure whatever you choose will look fantastic.

Great tip. I have been making an effort to cross into the next page every few lines, but taping the adjacent pages would make that a whole lot easier.

I wouldn't say bored, but sometimes, I just don't feel like stitching. My WIPs are all very different, so that helps with breaking up the monotony of working on long-term projects. But when my knitting needles call to me, I pick 'em up with a vengeance.

Kits are nice because they are all inclusive, but they can be pricey. Cross-stitch does not have to be expensive. Joann's, Michael's, Hobby Lobby and even Wal-Mart (some of them) are great places to purchase floss and fabric at very reasonable prices. With coupons and sales, you can really save a bu...

This is gorgeous!

Beautiful stitching, and it's really coming along swiftly. You'll be finished in no time!

Really beautiful. Love that rich blue border.

It looks fantastic!

I've been keeping inventory of my threads with an app called Thread Tracker. Unfortunately it only allows for DMC tracking, so I use an excel spreadsheet for specailty threads, fabrics, charts, etc... I was very tempted by the Cross Stitch Guild app, but the price made me hesitate. Would love to hea...

Beautiful start.

I park in a 10x10 method the way you describe, finishing all of one color before moving to the next on my HEAD as well. However, full crosses were much too bulky. I'm doing 2 over 1 half crosses and the coverage is perfect for me. When you tried 1 over 1 full crosses, did the coverage seem sparse ev...

I agree wholeheartedly with NeedleandFork. If you are charging for your art, you should be paid appropriately. I've done a few (3) pieces by commission and wrestled with this concept at first. I knew I would be putting aside my own projects for the duration and that I would be stitching like a mad w...

I prefer to start from the top left and work right and down, especially when parking on a BAP. I make my first leg with / and then cross \. So working from the top, the parked thread sits in (comes up through) a clean hole. I don't leave needles on parked threads. Too many tangles. That being said, ...

Congratulations on your finish!!!

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I'm working on a pattern that calls for Rainbow Gallery's Petite Silk Lame Braid. I love it. Not quite as much shine as a true metallic, but just enough to catch the eye with a bit of sparkle. And it's very easy to stitch with - no tangles or knots. I haven't had any fraying either, but I am using s...

Happy Independence Day! It's been raining off and on here all morning. I'm wondering how much of a family uproar it'll cause if I use the weather as my excuse to skip the party and stay home and STITCH ALL DAY.

She is a beauty. I've always admired Royo's warrior women and this looks like a fun project. Looking forward to your updates.

Oh wow... those are some great colors. Looking forward to your updates.

Very pretty colors! It's coming along beautifully.