Salexandre Update and a small finish
Thursday, July 17, 2008
I'm right on time, yehey!! I've finished stitching the last 3 charts for the inside part of the SALexandre Stitcher's Wallet. Right before the next chart was out, actually it's not a chart, it's the intructions on how to make the wallet.
Although these are small charts, I stitched it at a longer time than my usual. I even got some mistakes, so there I go again, rip stitch, rip stitch, oucch!! Anyways, I like the look of it all.
As you can see in the photo, clockwise, the one at left will be a pocket, next to it is a needlepage, then a thread band and lastly a scissor pocket.
I'm still debating whether to finish each part as indicated in the intructions or finish it with hardanger. Yesterday, I decided to make a rough design for the hardanger finish on all 3 parts. It's just a simple design with eyelets. Here's how it will look like,
Should I do it or stick to the usual sewing? Dunno yet.
I've had an HD last month but haven't gotten around to posting it here. Really busy with life. I forgot all about it but only remembered when I picked up my SALexandre project bag as it's in it and holds the thread I'm using for this project. It's a single threadkeep that is so cute. I am so happy to see the result. 
The stitched design is by Perrette Samoiloff from Point de Croix Mag. I'm sure those who are P.Samo-lovers will instantly recognize it and know it's by her. Stitched on 28ct White Lugana 1 strand over 1 using all the threads required except for the hair, I used dark brown.
I used a beige handmade lace on all four sides and a small loop at the center top (useful especially if I want to hang it). An oblong ring was held in place with a wide brown satin ribbon at the center bottom. The back fabric is a rose print cotton with a small pocket to hold the floss tag/label. I thought it would be nice if I can just store the tag so that if I had run out of it, I could just take a look at the tag at the back and have the exact details, how convenient, isn't it? This threadkeep is great to use to keep the floss for monochrome projects.
I had fun making it so I made another one for a friend in Hungary. I'll send it to her next week and the bday gift for sis Noreen. I promised sis to send it to her last week but failed, hope she's not angry at me. I was at home for the last 2 weeks as I was very ill. Wasn't able to go out as I feel giddy, like I'm going to trip over anytime. I had high BP and ear infection. So I was bedrest during those weeks. Thanks dear God I'm back to normal. Although I still feel dizzy from time to time, but it's not as severe as last week. I managed to stitch an hour or so last night, unlike last week I'm totally useless.Have a great and safe weekend ahead of you. God bless. TFL!!
12 angel's blush:
Your SALexandre is beautiful, but I really adore the thread keeper! What a wonderful idea :)
It's a great idea to finish your Sal alexandre with Hardanger, but I must admit that I really love the finishing from Tempus Fugit!!! Your thread keeper looks beautiful Joei!
Sis, i adore that pinkeep/threadkeep. Pwede ba sakin na lang? LOL (kafal talaga) I am not sure what's in it but it's making me feel all excited, just the look of it sends a smile to my face, baka yung bata???
Your Salexandre (hirap naman spelling LOL) is beautiful, I vote for hardanger finish para maiba naman.
Hoi, I am so galit at you na for not sending me my bday gift hahaha. Oks lang sis, can be sent anytime, pwede nga next year b-day na LOL. No probs with me noh...buti nga yan excited ako everyday for a long time. I told hubby na to find the post office here, kasi we are not familiar with the place yet, and he agreed that he will as soon as ready ka namaka receive ng package, let me know you address then okay?
I'm so happy to know that you are feeling much better, I do feel your pain about nausea, di ka naman buntis? pag chure! hehe
Miss ya sis, did you get my email?
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Your SAL is just wonderful - can't wait to see it as a finished wallet! And the threadkeep is a cutiee!
Sorry to hear you've been ill, hope you'll recovery completely very soon!
Your Salexander looks great! Love the colour you use. what colour code by the way? I've just downloaded this freebie but don't know when I'll start.LOL.
BTW, your thredkeep looks sweet too!
Your SALexcandre is gorgeous and I am sure however you finish it will be beautiful.
Cut thread keep too
I love your SALexandre. I must stitch this soon. I have all the parts saved so far.
Love the thread keeper:) It's so pretty.
Sorry to hear you've been ill. I hope you'll be feeling much better soon.
Hi Joei,
I'm looking forward to see the completed SALexandre when u piece them together. Will be a very beautiful one!
Perrette Samou thread keeper is cute and pretty! Another creative idea!
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Nina
That is going to be stunning!!!!
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Joei,
I always visit your blog to see your wonderful stitching projects : at the moment I stitch for you : I'm sure you will be happy to receive it for your birthday....
I am happy to stitch for you so that to stay in contact with you!
Take care Joei!
CATHY
I like your salexandre : mine is a bit on late ...I prfer tot stitch for my friends!!!!
Your angel's blush.....