A Stitch in Time

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Name: Seitherin
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Monday, March 28, 2005

Scarf

Knitted scarf


This is a scarf I am knitting for my former mother-in-law as a Christmas gift for 2005. The pattern has no name and no instructions since this is one my mother taught me when I learned to knit 41 years ago. I have been using variations of this for years to make scarves in all widths and lengths.

Knitted scarf


I am using Lion Brand Micro-Spun yarn in color number 98 - French Vanilla and US #5 needles. The gauge on the yarn calls for US #4 needles, but I'm not particularly worried about gauge on this project.

Instructions:

Cast on 70.

Knit 5 rows.

On the 6th row, knit 1, * wrap yarn 3 times around needle, knit 1. * Repeat to end.

On the 7th row, knit 1, * drop wrapped yarn, knit 1. * Repeat to end. Pull to tighten stitches as you go along.

Knit 4 rows.

Repeat pattern starting with the 6th row until the scarf is as long as you'd like.

To finish, end with knit 4 rows. Use the next row to bind off.

Add a fringe.

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Saturday, March 26, 2005

First chickadee

Cross stitched Christmas ornament of a chickadee

First Chickadee
Christmas Traditions
Stoney Creek Collection, Book 28


I stitched this ornament for my best friend for Christmas, 2005. It was done on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft.

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Friday, March 25, 2005

Polar bear

Cross stitched Christmas ornament of a Polar bear wearing a sweater and cap

Polar Bear
Lots of Christmas
35 Designs By Carol Emmer
Leisure Arts Leaflet 894


I stitched this ornament for my granddaughter for Christmas, 2005. It was done on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft.

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Sunday, March 20, 2005

Candles

Cross stitched Christmas ornament of a multicolored candles

Candles
Christmas Ornaments Plain & Fancy, CSB-197
Cross My Heart, Inc.


I stitched this ornament for my step-daughter for Christmas, 2005. It was done on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft.

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Friday, March 18, 2005

Candle

Cross stitched Christmas ornament of a red candle

Candle
Christmas in Stitches, CSB-151
Cross My Heart, Inc.


I stitched this ornament for my brother and sister-in-law for Christmas, 2005. It was done on 14 count white Aida.

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Monday, March 14, 2005

Peace on Earth dragon

Cross stitched Christmas ornament of a dragon holding a white dove with the words Peace on Earth

Just Cross Stitch, 2002 Christmas Ornaments issue
Designed by Jennifer Aikman-Smith of Dragon Dreams, Inc.


I stitched this ornament for my eldest nephew J for Christmas, 2005. It was done on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft. I modified the pattern by stitching the words in DMC 498 instead of white so they would show up on the white background.

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Saturday, March 12, 2005

Choo choo train (#103)



Pattern #103
201 Cross-Stitch Christmas Designs
by Kooler Design Studio


I stitched this piece for my son's friend C for Christmas, 2005. It was stitched on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft. I changed the smoke from white to one of the greys so it would stand out. I don't remember which one I used.

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Thursday, March 10, 2005

Lollipop (#93)



Pattern #93
201 Cross-Stitch Christmas Designs
by Kooler Design Studio


I stitched this piece for ~ insert recipient here ~ for Christmas, 2005. It was stitched on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft.

(~ I'm not really sure yet who is going to get this piece for Christmas. I started out thinking I would give it to one of my son's friends, but then my best friend put in a request for it and I kind of like it, so who gets it is still up in the air.)

Updated 3/22/05: I've decided to give this one to the Prodigal Son's girlfriend. I have an idea or three what I'd rather make for the Best Friend.

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Tuesday, March 08, 2005

Cactus (#92)

Cross stitched cactus Christmas ornament

Pattern #92
201 Cross-Stitch Christmas Designs
by Kooler Design Studio


I stitched this piece for my Favorite Aunt for Christmas, 2005. It was stitched on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft.

(Yes, I know it's a cactus, but every year my mother sends her some kind of Texas kitsch - you know, armadillos and cow patties, that sort of thing - so when I saw this cactus I just had to make it for her to add to her kitsch collection.)

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Sunday, March 06, 2005

Not a creature was stirring

Sleeping dragon snuggling a Christmas ornament, completed cross stitch project

Just Cross Stitch, 2001 Christmas Ornaments issue
Designed by Jennifer Aikman-Smith of Dragon Dreams, Inc.


I stitched this ornament for my youngest nephew W for Christmas, 2005. It was done on 14 count white Aida by Charles Craft. I modified the pattern by leaving off the border so I could make it into the pillow ornament.

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