Pale Rose: Week One
Posted by Gypsy on Oct 21, 2007
Yeah, I know the title makes it sound like I’m about to write something totally interesting, but in reality I’m really about to write the geekiest thing I’ve ever written on here. Essentially, I’ve decided to start a new project. It’s a cross stitch pattern, so if you don’t care, stop reading here. The design is called Pale Rose and I’m doing it on 28 count fabric. For those who have no idea what I’m talking about, cross stitch involves making little x’s with thread on fabric. The count is 28 squares (x’s) per inch. I’m going to do weekly updates on my progress as this is so huge it’ll probably take at least 6 months.
When I’m finished, it will look like this:
At the moment it looks like this:
Wow, looking good so far. I am amazed. I could never do that. I can’t sew at all, not even buttons and stuff.
I remember cross-stitch from school! It’s tedious fun. And a great way to clear your mind. Kinda like watching a movie, but at the end you actually do end up with a end product.
Looking good so far.
I had no idea we had this in common too! I have cross stitched with my grandma since I was real young and, as a matter of fact, recently finished a lighthouse. It was only about 8in by 6 in but took me days, doing it hours at a time. I can’t wait to see it done! I’m currently looking for a new design.