I think this landscape is ready for borders and finishing now...
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Question for you.....do you use washaway stabilizer? If so, what brand works well? I have some 'Unique' and it will not dissolve no matter what I do. Obviously not what you want after you've spent several hours creating something and then can't get the stabilizer out!! Over to you....opinions please....
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Today's quote...."Sometimes the best thing you can do is not think, not obsess. Just breathe and have faith that all will work out for the best"
Stay safe, stay well.
I dunno about the tp cover that looks like tp.. seems to be room for confusion..now I can't unthink that.. sorry!
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ReplyDeleteReading Karen's message, I couldn't agree more. Today I spent a while hand quilting a baby quilt by simply stitching around little elephants on the quilt. There are 28 of them, so far only 8 completed! A very therapeutic and peaceful occupation.
Val (UK)
Finding something peaceful to do is the best antidote to what's going on. Something to take our mind off everything that's happening. Enjoy your elephants!
DeleteCould the pH of the water be causing a problem with the wash-away stabilizer? Might be worth an experiment with a scrap of fabric. Baking soda to reduce acidity, vinegar (or maybe a tiny bit of citric acid if you have it) to increase acidity.
ReplyDeleteThe water here could be at fault for oh so many things! Never thought of it being a problem with washaway though but I suppose it's a possibility. The washaway I tried to use is a cheap brand so that could be why - prior to this I've been using an unknown version and it worked well but I've used up every scrap. Wish I knew what kind it was!
DeleteI prefer Aqua Magic water soluble stabilizer. Wish I could find a Canadian wholesaler for this stuff. Floriani's Wet N' Gone is another good one. They just moved all their distributors to the US. I used to get it out of Alberta.I couldn't find anything on the Unique product that you have. Good luck.
ReplyDeleteThank you Judy - Canadian suppliers for many things is often a problem. I will see what I can find on these two and appreciate your input.
DeleteFurther knitting area...love the pattern, and great links there.
ReplyDeleteGlad I found something of interest!
DeleteLove your new work. Just lovely. Re the breads. I make bread all the time but I cheat because I use the mix and knead cycle on my bread maker first and then bake it. Less work. That link for Karen Ruane's blog was interesting. I liked the stitch with the sequins. I might try that.
ReplyDeleteThank you Mary Ann. We wore our bread machine out and never replaced it, which probably is a good thing for our waistlines. I love homemade bread and will eat far too much for my own good! Had hoped to get some yeast when I was at the store but it (and flour) are non-existent, so I was happy to discover this recipe.
DeleteI'm enjoying watching the Shed Aquarium videos on Instagram! They have to take the penquins and other animals on 'field trips' around the aquarium because they need the stimulation. Apparently they thrive off of visitors and since they don't have that, they go around and visit other exhibits. It's the cutest thing ever! I love how we're all finding ways to connect using technology!
ReplyDeleteTechnology can be a good thing, especially in times like this. We have to look for upbeat things to help balance all the doom. Never thought of the animals needing stimulation in this way and will have to find the videos.
DeleteYour Church landscape looks lovely. Staying secluded and safe and well is the most important thing right now. Adapting to our new normal and feeling blessed. <3
ReplyDeleteYes, we do need to feel blessed - blessed that we are doing okay, that we have a roof over our heads and can shelter in place, that we have food, and that we're not working on the front lines dealing closely with this. We can do our part and stay home.
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