Jaedyn's SAL

xstich_in_SK · Post by **xstich_in_SK** » Tue Sep 18, 2007 1:31 am

Well, here goes! I'm really hoping that if I get a thread going in here, you all will help me keep motivated to finish this project! Its for my sister, who is due Oct 20... Fortunately for me, I have more time than that, because she lives in the Dominican, and I'll be sending this with my parents who are going to see her in either December or March!

Anyways, about this project:
--> its called "Baby In A Basket" by Told-In-A-Garden
--> Stitched 2 over on 32 ct Natural Linen (first time... I really don't like the natural linen at all!!)
--> Design size is about 8 x 10 (just a smidgen smaller), and will be framed without a mat in a 10x13 frame.

Start Date: August 2007
Must be Complete by: Early December 2007

Rose · Post by **Rose** » Tue Sep 18, 2007 1:52 am

I have seen this pattern and it is gorgeous. I think you will have a fun time working on this as the pattern justs asks to be finished.

xstich_in_SK · Post by **xstich_in_SK** » Tue Sep 18, 2007 2:02 am

It's not that hard either... especially the deep green I'm doing now... its all a lattice sort of arch, all one color, and is going fairly fast. Most of the detail work is the baby & basket. It won't take long to get there!

Genevieve · Post by **Genevieve** » Tue Sep 18, 2007 8:49 am

Just googled this design and it's lovely - very classic. A good start. I've never stitched on natural linen, only evenweave, but the design certainly fits that type of fabric. It looks great. We'll try to keep you motivated.

Serinde · Post by **Serinde** » Tue Sep 18, 2007 9:19 am

I've done a bellpull on natural linen, and it does take some getting used to. The holes don't stand out quite the way you might expect. Perhaps a bit of extra bottom light or a white pillowslip -- as if you were working with a truly dark fabric -- might help?

You have made an excellent start. Have you had any luck with sorting out the baby threads yet? I've been vaguely looking around the internet, but haven't come up with anything helpful.

*Jess* · Post by ***Jess*** » Tue Sep 18, 2007 10:27 am

I just looked it up also and it looks really beautiful, can't wait to see the progress heh

Ekidna · Post by **Ekidna** » Tue Sep 18, 2007 12:13 pm

This really is a beautiful design, I can't wait to watch it "grow". I know it must be a pain to work on, but the natural linen does look so effective! I'm sure you'll have it done in time, do keep us informed with your progress!!

raelou · Post by **raelou** » Tue Sep 18, 2007 12:20 pm

Wonderful start to your project ,I do hope with can help you along,I hope you find the other thread colours you need for the baby.

sammy_v · Post by **sammy_v** » Tue Sep 18, 2007 12:46 pm

Lovely start to ur project and i cant wait to watch it progress

merrywether · Post by **merrywether** » Tue Sep 18, 2007 2:14 pm

Looks like you have a great start! Keep up the good work!

ConnieO · Post by **ConnieO** » Tue Sep 18, 2007 7:02 pm

Lovely start! I love stitching on linen, I have a lot of 32ct natural lurking around.

We'll keep you motivated!

xstich_in_SK · Post by **xstich_in_SK** » Wed Sep 19, 2007 1:30 am

ConnieO wrote:Lovely start! I love stitching on linen, I have a lot of 32ct natural lurking around.

We'll keep you motivated!

Yes, I love working on linen... its the only thing I use! This is the first time with natural linen, and I'm surprised at how different it is! Its so much rougher, almost like a softer version of burlap, lol! I usually stitch on white or cream, which are soft... maybe because of the bleaching process??

ConnieO · Post by **ConnieO** » Wed Sep 19, 2007 9:04 pm

Maybe, I don't know. But I love the rustic look.

mags · Post by **mags** » Sat Sep 22, 2007 6:24 pm

Lovely pattern - looking forward to seeing it finished

mags