finished flower

Well the flower is all done. I think it turned out very nicely, though it would be good stitched on a smaller count fabric and with gold metallic thread, but it's still nice.

Now I'm working on a large commission, of a Pogo pattern I created. I think it will turn out nicely, but it's a whole lot of stitching on 22 ct Aida. I'm anticipating taking a break for the quick Pratchett quote once I get a ways into it.

I am so tired and odd feeling, mostly due to the sudden switch from lovely cool whether to freaking hot weather. I hate summer...

flower on linen

My brain is so dead lately. I spent a few hours this morning with my adorable niece and nephew. Benjamin snuggled up with me for quite a while (half an hour is a long time to for a 3 year old to sit and talk). I explained evolution to him, though I forget what led to that.

I've been working quite a bit, and added a lot to the wisteria project. Then I started a new piece - the flower you see here. The pattern is from Cross Stitch Designs From India by Carol Phillipson, which has a lot of very nice designs in it, especially of the floral variety.

After this it's time to finish up the chintz napkin!