Welcome to Slow Sunday Stitching!
At this time of global pandemic, what else can we do but stay home and work on some creative projects?! One of my friends said she was "built for social isolation" and has enough projects to keep her happily busy until it's over... whenever that will be.
I on the other hand, am having a bit of difficulty with it. While I am soooo very thankful that I don't have any loved ones who are sick, and every day that we stay out of hospital is a gift, I really do miss being with family and friends. I am a social butterfly, renewed by the energy, conversation and company of other people, and I am not finding visits by computer to be as helpful as the real thing.
And yet... still work hard everyday to feel grateful!
I am trying very hard to not make excuses for outings and stay home. Wow it's hard. If you need a reminder, click here and enjoy this little rant by Rick Mercer (one of my favourite Canadian comedians). Thanks for the reminder Rick! Love the analogy of setting your house on fire...and your neighbours' house. It's particularly concerning that we can have the virus, and be asymptomatic, yet still unknowingly spreading it.
Even though I really feel like I need to walk in the forest or by the river, if we all did that, it would be the perfect way to pick up a little coronavirus. Okay, I'll enjoy a photo of the river instead. Although it's not the same, I will stay home, make some soup, and get out my stitching. I need my loved ones to be alive more than I need anything else.
My obsession with soup making continues this week and for some unknown reason, this activity brings me a sense of comfort.
I know it's odd, but everyday I want to make a new kind of soup, so I'm going with the flow. I have made broccoli,
roasted garlic cauliflower, and squash soup so far... 3 separate soups, not all of those flavours in one batch!
Although I usually don't use a recipe, I did try a new one yesterday... thai carrot soup. It's an odd combination of tastes, and definitely not my favourite, but the recipe is here if you want to give it a try.
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| Life is Short! |
And in between soup making, I finished my embroidered tea towel (for Christmas gift giving). As you can see I made a colour error when I was stitching and didn't realize it until I took the photo. The stitches under the letter 'O' in SHORT are actually the bottom of the bowl (not part of the banner) and should have been stitched with pink thread. Oh well, too late now! I have already moved on to towel #2.
I am using iron-on patterns from a collection called Stitcher's Revolution and thought the saying "Just roll with it" seemed appropriate for a pandemic project! Looks like I got the pattern from Mary Maxim for $4.29. See how these towels (also from Mary Maxim) have a tab for hanging? I put the embroidery design at the other end of the towel so that when it's hanging to dry, you can still see the design.
I love these iron-on patterns (vs. tracing out the entire design by hand). I measure the centre of the towel, and then put the transfer about 3" above the bottom of the towel. If it's hanging from the stove handle, it will be perfectly centred to enjoy the stitching.
So that's what I am hand stitching as I learn to roll with a different lifestyle. How are you managing with the Corona virus restrictions?
Link up your blog post below and share your hand stitching progress with us.
At this time of global pandemic, what else can we do but stay home and work on some creative projects?! One of my friends said she was "built for social isolation" and has enough projects to keep her happily busy until it's over... whenever that will be.
I know it's odd, but everyday I want to make a new kind of soup, so I'm going with the flow. I have made broccoli, 
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I rather love Thai food so your soup sounds delicious. Your finished stitchery looks great and the new one you are beginning looks fun. LOVE the two quotes on these stitcheries; especially "Just Roll With It", which is all we can really do at the moment. For social butterflies such as yourself, this time must be a tad tricky for you.
I am an introvert at heart. My husband is definitely an introvert. Our son is definitely an extrovert -- AND A HUGGER. Our son continues to try to hug any delivery person! We are getting there. He has been super good about it.
He, like a lot of kids, love to receive packages in the mail. He is even following the rules about packages right now. What he doesn't know is that the packages I have waiting in "quarantine" in the back seat of my truck will be taped back shut by me and he can open them when they come out of quarantine. That will be fun for him. I have been checking in with my "hugger" friends for sure because I know they are going through a rough patch.
I listened to the comedian. I love just little recordings like that--short and sweet.
Can you go out at all? In the UK we get 1 hours exercise a day but it can be difficult to dodge people sometimes but we are being super strict about it and if we meet anyone on a path we back up until there is a space big enough to give the other person 2 metres space! I'm Ok with the social isolating at present but I understand it must be difficult for you. Your little embroideries are very sweet and you are definitely ahead of the Christmas game!!
good messages on the virus spread.
Soup is a great comfort food and making it can be a comfort too.
Love the embroidery pieces.
take care
Working from home does take some getting used to. We still walk around the neighborhood at lunch and after the work day weather permitting. It's to hard to just stay in all the time. But we've not gone out to any of the walking trails in town. Though our Walmart and Lowes are really busy. Thankfully we haven't need to shop in either. Enjoy your soup making and your slow stitching. And whatever else you can find to help stay sane in this crazy time.
it is safe to go outside and take a walk if no one is too close to you, I have not heard anyone say that people in Canada can not go outside for a walk - you really should get out at least a little bit to stay sane. I'm grateful I live in the country and I am outside as much as I can and there is no one near me.
I so understand you. I need to go out so I drive around. Just get in the car and drive to the country. No particular destination, window open, looking at people sitting on verandas, walking their dogs, washing windows (there's a lot of that lately). I take the long way home, park the car in the garage and I'm good for a 2-3 days. Because the boys still live with us, I don't miss much. I check on my in-laws by phone and that's it. And it's not enough, I still find it hard. Stay strong and good luck. ;^)
I didn't even notice the difference in stitch colors until you mentioned it. It still looks great! I have lots of those iron on transfers and some towels - I should get some out and make them too. Glad you are doing well during this trying time.
I am an introvert who doesn't mind being at home. I am working from home, crafting and going to my elderly mom for about an hour every other day to make her dinner and do her housework. I really like your tea towels. Your new saying is definitely apropos.
I love the messages in your projects. I feel like "just roll with it" is especially appropriate. I too am missing hanging out in person with people. While I'm not an extrovert, I'm somewhere in the middle between that and introvert. Where we live, I can get out for a walk as long as I'm wearing a mask and keep at least 6 feet away from any other person not living with me. This has been a life saver. Not as much stitching getting done as I thought, but lots of game playing with the kids. Enjoy your day.
I love those iron-on embroidery designs for your towels! They look easy and fun! The one you showed where you stitched a bit in the wrong color is probably not noticeable to the rest of us at all. :)
I have social kids but Greg and I are introverts. It makes life interesting! I agree with your friend - I think I was built for social isolation! We did a family Zoom meeting last night - it was great to see all my siblings, parents and nieces and nephews. Not perfect, but might be a way to stay in touch with friends.
I love those embroideries. I am thinking I need to get that one! My husband and I are pretty much isolated anyway due to his disabled state. But I do miss seeing daughters and grandchildren a lot, as that is usually our only social interaction anyway. And today is his 77th birthday, and though he doesn't like a fuss, I think he does enjoy seeing family.There will probably be a lot of phone calls today
I love staying home--Mrs. Homebody, that's me for sure! whereas, hubster is a goer, doer, a musician who's used to playing gigs at night..so he's restless...(that's a nice way of putting it!! hahaha)
Anyway,,I love your embroideries..I some prepped but just cannot seem to begin working on them; I am in the hand quilting mode right now...
stay safe and at home ~ ~ ~ ~ waving from afar Julierose
Thanks for the very funny Rick Rant...made me laugh...
Ahhh friend sorry you are feeling a bit home bound. Doesn't sound like playing and sewing with fabric is quite doing it for ya! Since you like making soup I will email you a quick recipe I discovered. Easy, quick and is vegetarian but you could add some meat if you wanted. Watch for it later today.
Stay strong! You are saving lives by staying in, so well done! It's so hard, I really do understand.
Your projects are lovely and your soup looks delicious
Love your posts! I save them to read when I have time if I have been working, they are so inspiring. I too have been making soups...Chicken, Hamburger, and now Beef Barley is simmering. I work in a produce department, and have been working full-time plus. It is rare for me to have a Saturday and Sunday off, but I am very grateful for it, as I have been fatigued with the extra hours and stress. It is snowing here in south-eastern Alberta again, so can't even go out in the yard, maybe that is to keep me inside to rest more. Lol Have a Fabulous Day Everyone and Please Stay Safe! Hugs!
I can be an introvert, but wow! I sure miss my grandbabies and my Daddy! Your tea towel is so pretty! I have one of the Stitcher’s Revolutions kitchen sets…I may have to borrow your idea and stitch some up as gifts!
Thank you again for hosting!
I love making soup too, its Autumn down here in New Zealand so although the days are sunny the mornings and evenings are getting cooler. Just simmered up a roast chicken carcass and made some tasty veggie soup, with the extra chicken on top, so yummy.
Hi Kathy, it can be a very difficult time for extroverts. I have a colleague who is literally thinking of climbing the tree in her back yard since she can't go to the gym or the climbing studio. I don't mind the isolation but then I'm the one who goes out to the store and pharmacy for supplies. That's very stressful but everyone is very conscious of personal space - which is getting bigger every day! Love your stitching projects. Good luck with everything and keep safe.
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