Early morning start on stitching today and I really enjoyed just doing whatever suggested itself. I've left the book fabric intact for now, so I can see the different pages as they emerge.
After trotting up and down a flight in search of floss, I finally brought down some of the floss drawers to where I was working on the sofa
Picture is sideways, and the little rug you see on the left is that piece I wove a while back, which saw me nicely through the winter.
While I stitched I listened to Norman Baker, former member of parliament and cabinet minister, examining the finances and secrecy of the British royals.
The title refers to one of the classic questions put by royals at receptions, to their guests.
It's a good analysis of the general economy of the country and the extent to which the royals seize income and gifts, while spending carefully.
This surge of stitched book interest is the result of getting some artworks sent out into the world, some on their way soon to blogistas, when I get to the post office.
I've picked out a couple of things I think you'll like. The mental space they're leaving causes new energy and ideas to flow, so thank you.
Misfits came, too, minus a couple of items, but I'm not near starving. The swiss cheese was going on top of the second cabbage casserole, the cheddar into it.
The chocolate covered almond bits are highly nutritious (!) vital dietary component.
Later, here's the casserole
The top was browned and it was pretty good. That's the cabbage sorted.
Later Gary came over to bring me in to see his latest renovation, or endless renovation. He seems to be rebuilding the entire fireplace wall now. Not sure why, it may be one of those one thing led to another situations that happen to him.
Happy day everyone, I hope good things happen to you today.
I see blueberries in your misfits box. Oh, how I miss blueberries but I will not pay what they are asking for them now. I only discovered them a few years ago - I always imagined I would hate their texture. I wish they had a longer growing season.
ReplyDeleteI love them, and have them every week they're available. Great food.
DeleteI like your idea of getting a natural curve with the string ironed onto the fabric, and that book interests me, so must look it up.
ReplyDeleteI really see other applications of that ironing idea, to impress a design without marking fabric.
DeleteIt’s a good thing I just finished breakfast. The casserole (and the dark chocolate covered broken almonds) look way too good.
ReplyDeleteThe almonds are a great idea. Rescued food. Almond pieces otherwise discarded, collected, covered in dark chocolate, successful combo.
DeleteWe are having roast chicken today and I am roasting cabbage slices with it. Love that vegetable!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds good.
DeleteIt's great way to get food that you can use up for fun things. I love that. At the Co-Op, we'll often buy unsalted, non-roasted cashew bits. Best on the reno!
ReplyDeleteYes, I approve of rescuing food.
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DeleteHappy Friday to you, and have a good weekend.
ReplyDeleteThank you, that's the plan
Deletemy sister left behind a drawer full of embroidery thread. not sure what I'm going to do with it. give it away eventually I suppose.
ReplyDeleteCheck around in case there are library or other classes in fiber arts who can use them? When you're ready.
DeleteThe casserole looks good!
ReplyDeleteIt's great for our sudden freezing weather again. 80s next week. April in NJ.
DeleteMmmm, that casserole looks good!
ReplyDeleteIt is, and reheats well, so it's several meals.
DeleteI have sent you an email!
ReplyDeleteI swear to you- yesterday as I was going about my busy-ness, I thought, "Oh, it's Thursday! Liz will be getting her Misfits box!"
Just as I think on Fridays, Mary will be doing clean sheets and martinis! I'll look for your email.
DeleteYour casserole almost makes me like cabbage. Good idea to bring the floss to you!
ReplyDeleteThe floss moving is one of those why didn't I do this before things. It's because I forgot the floss was in two stacked drawer containers, not one big one which I couldn't have carried downstairs. Duh!
DeleteAs ever, I enjoy seeing your creativity, as well as the recipes from misfits boxes.
ReplyDeleteThank you. There's always a reason behind the misfits choices.
DeleteSo much crafting going on at your place.
ReplyDeleteMy juices have kinda dried up. So I’ll just continue with the knit down jumper I’m making. At least I’m still crafting I guess
Everyone hits a fallow period now and then. It's part of creating.
DeleteYour stitching is so exquisite and lovely.
ReplyDeleteThank you, that's such an encouraging thing to say.
DeleteThat's quite a bit of embroidery already, Liz. Your freeform stitching is fun. And perfect for your curve of inspiration.
ReplyDeleteCurve of inspiration! I love that. I also love your new avatar with sharp new hairstyle. Very chic.
DeleteI'm sure chocolate-covered almonds are one of the food groups (at least they are in MY world!!).
ReplyDeleteSounds like Gary suffers from what we call the 'galloping ick' in respect to one thing leading to another. I really want to change the colour of our living room but then I stop and think that it connects with the hall to the bedroom and to the entranceway and realize that the 'galloping ick' will be at work and I think better of it.
Yes, I suspect one repair led to the next, or he kept finding things that had to be done before he could get to what he originally planned.
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