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Harvest Basket *Finished 9-10-14*

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On a whim, while browsing the latest issue of Just Cross-Stitch ( sept/Oct), I saw this Harvest basket and decided I had to stitch it! I just couldn't wait to get my hands on those Fall colors! I've decided to use some 18ct Fiddler's cloth from Charles Craft I had in my stash and I really love it! Never used it before. I've also decided 18ct is my favorite ct. to work on :)

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Your pictures aren't showing up for some reason Calico. I'm pretty sure I know what design you are stitching and I can't wait to see your pictures of it
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karen4bells wrote:Your pictures aren't showing up for some reason Calico. I'm pretty sure I know what design you are stitching and I can't wait to see your pictures of it
Fixed it :dance: Sometimes things are just painful to do on the iPad :tantrum: and posting more than one pic in a thread is one of them. I should save myself some frustration and just get off the couch and go over to my computer from the get-go :roll:
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Great start on a lovely fall pattern!

I like the effect of fiddler's cloth too. I used it on my Lifestyles of the Stitcher recent project.
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:applesauce: :applesauce: :applesauce: Beautiful--I'd checked it in my magazine and love it. Great start on it, the fiddler's cloth is perfect for it!! :applesauce: :applesauce:
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Love the basket. You've made a great start on it!!! :applesauce:
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oh what gorgeous colours! and that fabric seems to really suit the design - I've never used fiddlers cloth before

You've made a great start on it so far :)
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:applesauce: Beautiful start! Those fall colors are stunning and the cloth is perfect. I have never used that fabric. Is it a form of Aida or an evenweave? I could look it up, but you aren't the only one having a lazy moment. Even lazier than you because I could look it up without moving, since my iPad is in my lap right now. :oops:

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calico wrote:I should save myself some frustration and just get off the couch and go over to my computer from the get-go :roll:
But where's the challenge in that? :-) (What did we all do before we had our iPads? I can't even remember...)

I love that design and your start is fantastic. I've never used Fiddler's Cloth, either, but I've seen it. What do you like about it? I like soft fabric with holes easy to find but not so easy that they are huge. And I, too, love 18 count, followed closely by 16.
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:applesauce: :applesauce: That is a gorgeous design and such fabulous colours too. Great start on it calico. Must watch out for that mag on my local shop in a few weeks - it is becoming my favourite mag. :D :dance: :dance: .
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Love the colours in this design,great start too.
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What a great Autumn picture!!!!!!! Wonderful start!!!!!! :applesauce: :applesauce:
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Lovely pattern and great start! :)
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Great start on a lovely pattern :applesauce:
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I love fall designs & can't wait to see more! Looks great!
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Thank you all!
rcperryls wrote::applesauce: Beautiful start! Those fall colors are stunning and the cloth is perfect. I have never used that fabric. Is it a form of Aida or an evenweave? I could look it up, but you aren't the only one having a lazy moment. Even lazier than you because I could look it up without moving, since my iPad is in my lap right now. :oops:

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:lol: I do believe it is a form of Aida. It feels to me like a cross between Aida and linen. It has slightly irregular fibers but not slubby like linens can be. There are some other fibers weaved in that give it a homespun look and feel. I forgot to mention, I'm using Lt. oatmeal color :doh:
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calico wrote: I love that design and your start is fantastic. I've never used Fiddler's Cloth, either, but I've seen it. What do you like about it? I like soft fabric with holes easy to find but not so easy that they are huge. And I, too, love 18 count, followed closely by 16.
I like it first and foremost because it is softer than any Aida I've ever used. Granted, I do a lot of kits and that Aida is like cardboard :roll: . So this has a nice soft feel but not as much drape as something like Jobelan. Nice small holes so I think you would like it. I tend to like fabric with a country, homespun look as it fits my style and this fabric provides that. :thumbsup:
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calico wrote:...I tend to like fabric with a country, homespun look as it fits my style and this fabric provides that. :thumbsup:

Then Fiddler's Cloth is pertfect. It's easy to work with and just lends itself pertfectly to country-style designs. You're project is going to look great. :)
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Oooh That is very pretty. You have made a great start :applesauce: :applesauce: :applesauce:
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I got a lot done for this first update! It's been a quick easy stitch so far!

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It's beautiful! I can see why the design called to you! :wub:
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