Can I rotate?

I've never done rotation in my cross stitch so not sure how to set it up.  I know it's a personal choice as to which way you decide to go, but I'm feeling a bit lost, although I really want to start.  I picked up Bow Ties/Country Pumpkin last night and started that thinking it might be a fairly fast one.  Didn't work so well as my cat wanted to be on my lap and I couldn't refuse her.  I don't know how long I'll have her so cannot deny her any and all attention she wants from me.

I'm not sure if I want to keep this project or give it away.  Only stitched two things that I gave as presents, but I'll decide for sure once it's finished.

A bit cooler out today and I have house stuff I need to get done. Maybe get back to the stitching sometime this afternoon. And for short breaks I'll be popping into the CrossStitchForum.

Wizard of Fire & Tada!

I've been thinking about rotating lately, but have never done it. I do this.  Start a project then put it away.  I haven't had this, Wizard of Fire, out in probably about 4+ years.  Sad, since I have so much done on it and really love how it was turning out.  Still much to do on it, so with that in mind I think I need to get back to it if only a bit at a time.  Might mean Sleep Hollow gets put on hold, although, I'm itching to begin that one.  I could always try rotating 3 projects I guess, but don't want to bite off more than I can chew either.  Will have to see how it goes for me, the ultimate procrastinator.

Wizard of Fire

Oh, I haven't said that today I received my 3rd, wait for it, tada!

So, if I get a set of the longer rods I could then add Sleepy Hollow to my list of stitching.  I do have another lap stand I kinda like, but not as much as this one, I could set it up on that one.  Actually, had plans for the smaller length rods this time so will see which way the wind blows for me.

More "Latte"

Finally more progress on "A Whole Lotta Latte" by Dimensions.  Need to finish the inside of the cup, the steam coming out of the rim and then the handle (looks like a bit more on the saucer too).  Once I get there that will make three more cups and saucers to go. Each one gets larger. When they are done I'll do the back stitching - love the way that makes projects pop.

Can't wait to finish this and see it on my kitchen wall above the bar.  The black is going to be a great contrast to the light paint.

A Whole Lotta Latte

A little progress made on "A Whole Lotta Latte."  Just need to try to keep at it and not procrastinate so much.  Black is not the easiest to work on.

Stands, stands. . .

. . .and more stands.  I came across this last year and I think I fell in love.  Read reviews on someone's blog but can't find it now.  She had some great pictures of it and how it worked for her.  Today I was delighted to see this beauty once again.  Lowery Floor Stand might not be a work of art in wood, but it certainly makes up for it in steel. :)  The downside is the cost at $310.00 and that's without the L shaped bar at the top.  Another crafting special on my wish list.  Who knows, barring any extra costs later in the year, or maybe even next year I may pick a summer month to do Christmas for me. Again!

Lowery Floor Stand

Future acquisitions

I have coveted this for 2 years.  It reminds me of pirates, treasures, adventures, and romance. So I read enough of those in my early years. :)

Not sure how hard it would be to work on, but it intrigues me every time I see it.

Old World Map

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Been looking at this for about a year.  I think it's so cute.  Just wish it came in a kit, but it's only the pattern.  Still, it's on my wish list.

Little Snap Dragon

Another lap stand

I can see how much I've neglected this blog.  I just received another EZ Stitch Lap Stand this week and tonight the longer set of rods, extender bar, and side bars arrived.  So now it looks exactly like the picture.  I absolutely love this stand, it's so comfortable to work on and since I wanted to rotate a couple of cross stitch projects I bought the second one.  I also love the fact that it's made in America.  I will admit I got a terrific deal on this one. $2.00 less than the first and free shipping to boot, although, adding in the extras I ordered directly through the company online there's more into it than the $65.00 for the lap stand.  Still, it was a good bargain.  My Christmas present to myself, along with a few other smaller items I've picked up.

Now there's no reason for me to not be stitching once more.  Just need to get over the game addiction that has grabbed onto me lately.

E-Z Stitch Lap Stand - No basting

A Whole Lotta Latte

Cross stitch kit

This is my new cross stitch kit I received in the mail yesterday.  I love the vivid colors and can't wait to start working on it.  I don't rotate right now but I may decide to and this one will definitely be in the rotation.  The price on this from Overstock.com was better than other places and I've had very good service with them.

Time to Stitch Again

Took me a bit but I finally found a good site that listed the colors, gave the DMC number and lined each one up with the symbol on the pattern.  I came as close as I could with what I had on hand and am not going to quibble about any slight differences at this point.  My goal was to work at getting back into this lovely craft and since I'm keeping Blue Santa for myself I don't care if there inconsistencies.  I just need to start stitching again.

Have some beautiful kits I'd like to get into but I do have a few that have not been finished yet, so those should probably come first.

I also have a few, or more, kits I've found that I really, really want to get.  Pay bills first then see how much I have to spend, as long as I keep it reasonable.  Christmas isn't all that far away and I'm always aware of how fast it sneaks up on us.

Standstill

The Blue Santa Portrait cross stitch came to a halt.  They didn't send the right amount of floss colors  In fact, missing quite a few but didn't realize it until I had stitched a bit.  Not going to rip out what I have though.  There's a fix online but they still are not listing all the colors.  One way or another I'll figure this out, then get back to working on it.  Until then I want to get all the floss marked properly so I won't have to stop and second guess what should go with what symbol.  My shading might be a bit off but since I'm keeping this for myself I don't care.

I did think about working on something else but then I decided not to go that route.  I wanted to do this one because it's fairly easy and that's what I want to work with while I give myself some time and stitching to get back into the cross stitch groove.  I have a couple of projects that are well past half done but they also have a bit more work in stitching so something more simple and easy is best for now.  When I know I feel more comfortable with those I'll get to work and finish them.