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Progress on this is going to slow down to a crawl. I started last night with the beads and I got in 2 hours of work. The beads are so small when I go to put them on the needle but then when they are being positioned they seem to grow as they cover the hole I need to find to place the next bead. I also have to sit at the kitchen table to work as I need a white plate for the beads. I have to spread out much more. Bending over the table is not good for my back. The light in there is good but it is not my daylight lamp. Also my magnifier is suppose to be attached to the lamp stand so finding a way for it to hold in the kitchen is an adventure. So I am going to do the beads 1 day and then start another project to do for 2 days while I rest my eyes, head and back and so progress is down to a slow crawl now.

nice! they looking delicate

Sorry to hear it's doing your back in but the first beads certainly look very pretty! I think your idea of alternating projects is a very good one.

So sorry to hear the beads are causing you pain! I hope you can figure out a way to work so you can still see all the Sharks playoff games!

Sorry to hear about the problems with doing the beading, but it looks great! Wonderful idea having a project to switch off with.

Sorry to hear the beads are a problem, but I'm sure the effort will be worth it in the end. This project is so pretty.

the beads look amazing.... sorry to hear they are causing you distress

Connie

stunning Rose

Even if it is slow this is an amazing progress and it is soo stunning . I think that is a great idea of taking a break and doing it when you can, when your body and eyes feel much better.

Beautiful

Next session with the beads last night. Got a fair bit done but it was also first playoff game for the Sharks so had to watch them and it was an OT game so time was limited. It is going well I think.

wow, they look great, looks like alot of work but they make it worth it ...

Connie

it's looking great Rose

Very pretty!!

That beading is fantastic! I have never worked with beads, but I imagine they can be a pain. Stick with it! It's gorgeous!

Looking great Rose! It's hard to stitch during the playoffs, you can't take your eyes off the game! I didn't get much done last night when the Canadiens were playing either.

It's looking beautiful. Well worth the effort

Lovely progress Rose, the beads are looking great

Rose I must say I'm sorry to hear about your back. If it's any consolation the beadwork looks amazing and the coverage looks perfect. Question though? Are you using a digital camera for the pics? I'd love to see a really close up of the beads. I could help if needed.

Looking amazing Rose. Ooh darn football.... If only it wasn't on then maybe there would have been a little more done.