fccs’s 2019 little guys

[Mabel Figworthy]

Kits are a lovely souvenir/memento because you make the memories twice!

[fccs]

I finished stitching this little Mill Hill kit a few days ago, but still have to make in into an ornament or a magnet.

[Mabel Figworthy]

What a fun design, and I love the effect of the crescent bead/sequin.

[Garnet]

What a cute little design, it's lovely

[Squirrel]

Just in time for the holidays. It's a cutie for sure.

[rcperryls]

a very cute little guy indeed!

Carole

[fccs]

As I said I would, I started my gift from my daughter-in-law’s brother and his family. I love it, but oh my gosh, my hands!! It is so difficult to get my right hand in a good position (i.e., a nonpainful one) inside the pouch. I tried stitching in hand, but that hurt both hands, so now I’m using a super small tension hoop. That has relieved most of the stress from my left hand. Does anyone have any tips for stitching a premade pouch like this? I should add...I don’t want to take it apart and reassemble it. Worse case scenario is I just work on it for no more than an hour or so at a time, with plenty of ibuprofen on hand.

Anyway, here is my progress. It’s going to be sooo cute.

[Squirrel]

Oooh my hands ache for you Debby - it must be so difficult working in such a confined space. No ideas have popped out of my head, except perhaps Mabel might have some hints for you. Good Luck and stick with short stitching times.

[Garnet]

What a great start!

Like Sally my hands and wrists ache just thinking about how to stitch this fun project, so I'm sorry I don't have any suggestions to help, just wanted to say a HUGE Well Done getting this far.

[Mabel Figworthy]

Working on a ready-made pouch is SO difficult! You've made an incredible start here

[rcperryls]

Working on a ready-made pouch is SO difficult! You've made an incredible start here

I agree! This has to be an extra added difficulty but should be worth it in the end!

Carole

[wendywombat]

Been there...done that.. and my hands are aching in memory just thinking of you stitching this great design.

Little and often is the only way, Debby!

[fccs]

Been there...done that.. and my hands are aching in memory just thinking of you stitching this great design.

Little and often is the only way, Debby!

Thank you! That is what I will do - no rush to finish it so I will work on it in small time (and pain) increments. Wish me luck.