I haven't posted for ages!! I have been stitching though, and have got about 3/4 of the way through my Freesia panel, so hopefully I'll get it finished soon and be able to post a pic up. I've also done some more on Raggetty Ann, although progress is slow - I now have the full outline of her skirt and it's beginning to get filled in, so I'm pleased with that. I'm not going to use satin threads for her hat though (as specified on the chart), as I'm really beginning to hate using them, and it takes soooo much longer to see any progress. I'm sure I'd have this design finished by now if it weren't for those blimmin' satin threads!!!
We've also had some lovely news within the family - my brother is getting married next year to an absolutely wonderful girl (who keeps him in line pretty well!) so you've guessed what I'll be planning as an upcoming project (in between trying on bridesmaids dresses and generally helping out!).... :-)
Also, a quick update on those lovely swans I pictured in the last post. They have been very busy - first they made a nest not far from my window. Unfortunately it was pretty much right next to the path on a regular dog-walking route and I think they must have been disturbed as they kept moving off the nest and I think the egg they laid must have 'died' (is that the right terminology?). I'm guessing they must have been inexperienced as there is evidence of two other nests along the canal that don't seem to have survived. It's a real shame as it would have been lovely to have seen a cygnet swimming around - but I guess in nature that's the way it goes. Hopefully they'll have better luck next year...
Anyways, wishing everyone happy stitching, and I promise I'll post pictures of Raggetty Ann and the Freesias soon! xx
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