Wednesday, September 2, 2020

A Break From The Beast.....

Well, I will be off shenaniganing the next several days, so thought I would try to sneak a post in before things get out of hand.

Except, once again, I haven't much to say (and am fearful that, even if I did, I may get it all written and then run into the dreaded "New Improved Blogger" issues of which so many of you have lamented.  (So far so good....perhaps the spell I used is working???)

Anyways....I have worked a bit on the Beast (see previous posts), but not enough to warrant me attempting to balance on a step stool with my phone to take a photo.

I did, however, take a wee break from hooking to finish up a stitch I didn't get done in time for last All Hallow's Eve. 


This pattern is called "All Hallows Eve" and is by the overly-talented and ever-sweet Theresa Meloon from Dulaney Woods Treasures.  You can find the pattern here in her Etsy shop.  It is stitched on the called for 32 count "Aged Saffron" from Dames of the Needle - From the Cauldron, using Valdani and GAST threads.

It is actually a pinkeep/scissors keep:


If there were Mulligans in stitching, there are things I would have done differently ~ like move the placement of the JOL up a bit more (although the photo makes it looks like it is in/on the seam, it really isn't...but it still bothers me); be patient and search out smaller beads for his eyes; and perhaps "stuffed" it a little fuller (in my defense, I ran out of sawdust AND balsam shavings...and obviously, once again, PATIENCE).

But it is done....and a wise woman once told me "done is good."


And this post is now DONE...Fingers crossed that the spell holds as I hit "publish"....

I am off now to soak in the beautiful full Corn Moon.  


I hope she is shining wherever you are!

19 comments:

Samplings from Spring Creek said...

Nice!

acorn hollow said...

Well I hope your shenanigans are for lots of fun. Love your stitching
and the scissors are just perfect for it.

Cathy

susan hemann said...

wonderful pattern, i just ordered the scissors- bit the bullet, have admired them for a long time

I've been out enjoying the moon too

Ms Peppercorn said...

The vignette took my breath away! I am so grateful for your blog. Be assured that all your efforts are appreciated.

marly said...

I wouldn't change anything. His eye beads are the perfect size and he looks to be resting on a perch. Higher would be fine too but he looks great. With both sides looking so good you must flip it daily!

Constance said...

Hi

I think it is wonderful!! My goodness that is one that I would display all year long. It just makes you smile.

Take care,

Farm Girl said...

I love that pattern. I also love that picture of your corn moon. Ours is read from the fires looking like the end of the world. Its always so nice to see a post from you. I enjoy them so much. I really do love seeing your handiwork. Your stitching is wonderful and I do love pinkeeps like that, your scissors are great too.
I hope that wherever you go and what ever you do you are having the best time.

Saundra said...

What a great pin-keep and I think your work is perfect. I have never done cross stitch so think I'd end up giving up and tossing the project because of my lack of patience.

Hmmm, so you cast spells? Oh great, guess I'd better try to stay in your good graces.

Lady Locust said...

The moon has been beautiful and brilliant! Love your pinkeep! Would never have known those tweeks if you hadn't have shared~ it's beautiful!

Theresa meloon said...

You did an amazing job!

diamondc said...

It is a lovely finish.
I do like the beaded eyes so cute.
I love the Corn Moon which happens only every three years.

Catherine

Woman Seeking Center said...

"off shenaniganing"

Oh dear crow, I LOVE that descriptor!!!!! Cleverly said indeed.
Your work is beautiful, as always. Your images - remarkable. Professional, yet warm...
Enjoy your time adrift from routine and worry. Renew and reflect and above all relax.
xo

Prims By The Water said...

What a beautiful job you did on this Robin. Me also likes that 31 ball. Where did you find that beauty? Janice

oldgreymareprimitives said...

Makes me wish I still decorated for Hallows eve

Rugs and Pugs said...

Perfection...as always!!!

moosecraft said...

Gorgeous! Love it! Has to be one of the best Hallows Eve designs out there! You did great with the finishing too... beads for JOL eyes are the perfect finishing touch!

Winnie said...

Robin, that All Hallows Eve if the cat's meow! Gorgeous and I love the little accessory hold in the back for scissors. Unfortunately, it was cloudy and the full Moon escaped from view until a few days ago when past it's peak. We are embroiled in that time of year where the humidity is tense and we get all sorts of late afternoon and evening dense clouds and sometimes rain with it. I hope I get to see the next one which will help usher in October. Enjoy your lake place as Summer winds down and the beauty factor multiplies every day!

GeneGribouille03 said...

Superbe modèle et très belle finition parfait pour accompagner l'automne belle journée amitiés de France Geneviève

Janet-Olde Crow Primitives said...

Wow......I just love the stitchery you did and the pattern is awesome!! I am also taking a break from my Beast. I am almost finished around the letters, so once that is done, I will be happy. It will go much faster. Have a great day.
Janet