IHSW

While working on the Mighty Samurai, I was annoyed to discover that I had misplaced the metallic threads. 

Which means that once I got to the part where I wanted to work on the metallic part, I put it away, sooner than I had planned. And then I spent two days going through my sewing room, looking for the little baggie of gold thread that I knew was there.

I did eventually find it, but not before I has moved on to another project. The Princess and the Dragon has made an appearance. Ideally, I'd like to finish the page before I move back to the Mighty Samurai. Or maybe I'll work on both :)

I have allowed myself ONE STASH PURCHASE since January - I know, I already have SABLE, but I was really excited when Dimensions released this kit. It used to be a HAED but I didn't pick it up before it was retired. The artwork is by Ruth Sanderson and its called Spring Fairy.

I'm happy with the new Dimensions patterns. They're printed on glossy high quality paper now and they aren't double sided, so each quarter of the pattern has its own sheets. I wish I could go back and trade in all the kits I have for new ones. The only thing I don't like about this pattern is the face of the fairy looks pretty awkward, so when I get there I'm going to see what I can do to modify it.

By the way, this weekend is April's International Hermit and Stitch Weekend, so make some time to delve into your favorite stitchy projects this weekend and know that the stitching community is joining you in spirit!