Only a little bit of progress in my sewing this time. However, each stitch takes it one stitch closer to being finished! This is where I was last time:
This is where I am now:
It’s almost like one of those old fashioned “Spot the Difference” cartoons! (Remember them…two almost identical drawings, and you had to find a certain number of things that had been changed or left out of one.)
I have been sewing though. I finished three little works that I have called the Jewelled-Sea series. I will post more about them at a later date.
After sewing these I felt I needed to look after my hands a little, and give them a break from sewing. That’s one of the reasons why progress on the purple one has been slower.
There is a group of us who join in this Stitch-A-Long, organised by Avis. They do wonderful stitching, so do go and have a look at what they are doing. A couple have finished a work, so celebrate with them! Welcome back to Linda, and a warm welcome to Laura and Cathie, two new members of the group.
Avis, Claire, Gun, Carole, Sue, Constanze, Christina, Kathy, Margaret, Cindy, Heidi, Jackie, Sunny,Hayley, Megan, Deborah, Mary Margaret, Renee, Carmela, Jocelyn, Sharon, Daisy, Anne, Connie, AJ,Jenny, Laura, Cathie, Linda
Anne Lawson Art 
39 replies on “SAL ~ The forest regenerates #3”
I like how this is progressing Anne. I am in love with the intricacy of your work.
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Thanks Pauline. It is very relaxing to do, just up and down with the needle until I finish the thread.
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definitely “spot the difference” shame you couldn’t load them side by side…for ease. But yep have noted the base is changing.
sounds like you and me have taken a little break from what seems like a regular “making” – I think I’m ready to restart back on the “little art books” when one of the things I was dabbling with took on a vastly different look – a bit leathery, a bit woody – all with layers on layers…of different mediums.
and of course, when I delivered the little books of “Trees and Leaves” the buyer said “I want to see more…” not that I think she would buy them, although it’s on the cards she might…
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That’s great news about selling you book, and a spur to making more.
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Beautiful; I love the texture and the contrast of background and stitches.
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Thanks Kate. The texture has a satisfying feel to it too.
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You are really inspiring me! IĀ“ve started stitching on a map from where I live, but havenĀ“t showed it to anyone yet. Only to the members in Facebook group “One Year of Stitches! Maybe IĀ“ll show it on the next SAL!
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I would love to see it….when you are ready to show of course. “Stitching on a map” sounds like you are sewing on paper. Or have you transferred the map to material? I am intrigued!
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Loving all those soft ripples š
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They do look like ripples. From a distance the whole reminds me of waves and the sea, so ripples fits. Maybe it is not a forest!
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amazing colours and textures!
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Thanks Claire. As I said to Kate, the texture feels really good. It’s one of the things I love about this work.
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Wow amazing work.
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Thank you. It’s slow, but meditative when I get to do it! Thanks for stopping by.
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Your work is always so interesting to see. I also enjoyed your post about books, 2019. I read several you mentioned and have noted a couple more. Thanks for sharing.
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I am glad I can add to your reading list! Mine always grows no matter how many I cross off as read.
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It’s all about the movement in your work…there is something very soothing about it to me. Always enjoy your postings š take care of those hands and wrists š
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Maybe it is soothing to look at because it is quite soothing/meditative to create? Curves add to that feeling too, of course. As crafty people our hands are so important, aren’t they, and we do need to take care of them.
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It’s looking beautiful, Anne. That purple background really shows off your stitches. I love your work.
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Thanks Alys. The purple was in interesting choice, but I always felt that it would work. I needed the contrast with the greens.
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It’s stunning, Anne. You certainly have an eye for color.
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That makes me smile….yesterday I was reading some old reports from my school days. One of the comments from the art teacher, who I don’t remember, was something about using colour well!
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Oh wow! That’s delightful, Anne. Thank you for sharing that, as I am now smiling, too.
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I love your work, the contrasting colours are gorgeous.
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Thanks! It needed the oomph of the purple background and dark red threads, to lift the other colours.
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That looks like quite a bit of progress to me – and totally agree – every step is one step closer to the finish line!
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I am pleased that it looks like progress, because I know that I could have done more over a few nights āŗļø However, every stitch takes me closer!
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This is just beautiful, Anne, and there’s no need to rush. Rest those hands!
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Very true, Kathy. There is no deadline for this. I am trying to be kind to my hands, but of course most things I do (sewing, drawing, computer work) uses fine, repetitive movements in my hands and arms. Which makes it even more important to be kind to them!
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I’m in the middle of that myself. No piano except the little kids for three weeks, and limited sewing and knitting. It’s difficult to be patient.
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Isn’t it? I am sorry to hear that your hands are suffering too, especially as the piano teaching is your livelihood.
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I think I am finally starting to improve. It’s hard to tell if it’s the tendinitis or lack of movement sometimes!
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Amazing piece, all the depth with the colors – wow!
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Thanks Tierney. It has a shimmer, which was something I was aiming for.
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So beautiful, Anne! I did some stupid non-stitching damage to my hands on holiday, which means that I can’t stitch for very long. So I’m trying to make myself rest, too. (But when else would I have gone dogsledding or snowmobiling?!?)
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My friend fell and hurt her hand and it has taken ages and a lot of help (acupuncture, creams, exercise etc) to get better. I hope yours is a speedy recovery. As Kathy said in the comment above, it is hard to be patient and allow the time to heal. Too many wonderful projects waiting!
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That is gorgeous! You have far more patience than I! I can knit and crochet, but a friend tried to teach me the more tedious art of embroidery once, and I gave up very quickly … I don’t do well with such things! Ah well … we all have our forte. š
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