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Sunday, December 15, 2019

SK Effects of Caffeine - SAL Update 17


Since our last Stitch Along (SAL) update, 1,625 stitches have been added to my Heaven and Earth Designs (HAED) Storykeep Effects of Caffeine cross-stitch. I really love artwork by Randal Spangler and it is so much fun to watch this piece come together. 

As you can see, the cup is beginning to appear! The photo below shows my progress in our last SAL update. If I meet my goal of 650 stitches every 3 weeks, I will be sharing a finish on July 12, 2020.

Thank you all so much for the sweet comments you left on my last update! To answer Anne's question, yes, there are more books in this series. Randal Spangler has similar artwork featuring cats and dogs, too. You may see more storykeep charts of his work here. A full selection of HAED cross-stitch charts based on his work may be seen here.  

 This SAL is organized by Avis of Sewing by the Sea. Each participant chooses their own project to work on and we share our progress every 3rd Sunday. We are all in different time zones, so if a post is not up yet, please check back later.

Just in case you missed these updates last week, several members finished their projects!  

  • Avis finished The Cut Thru Garden Shed by Bothy Threads, as seen here. 
  • Claire finished Bag Ladies by Dimensions, as seen here.
  • Sunny finished a cherry blossom cross-stitch kit and a darling Edna Looney Santa Banner, as seen here.
  • Jenny finished a couple of very pretty flowers, as seen here.
  • Sharon finished Prickly Owl by Dimensions, as seen here.
  • Anne finished her original work Portsea Cliff, as seen here.
Edited to add:
  • Carole finished Fellowship of the Hooties by PinoyStitch on Etsy, as seen here. (I cannot believe I oopsed and forgot to add this finish to my original post. It is perfect for any fans of Lord of the Rings and I have a family full of those, making it a fun project to watch evolve.)


Our next update will be on January 5th. Thank you so much for visiting!

-Renee

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19 comments:

  1. Pyros & PatchDecember 15, 2019 at 7:19 AM

    What a nice little dragon! A warm greeting
    Carmela

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  2. Sewing Beside the SeaDecember 15, 2019 at 7:34 AM

    I've just had a look at the other HAED designs via your link and I'm very tempted but I mustn't LOL. Well done with all the stitching!

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  3. stitchingirlblog.wordpress.comDecember 15, 2019 at 7:57 AM

    I am always amazed at how much you get done!! And how you track it. I have no idea how many stitches I do in each sitting - it would be very interesting to keep track.

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  4. SandraDecember 15, 2019 at 8:57 AM

    Lovely. I know how much work this can be. While I have nevr done this particular picture I have done large cross stitch designs in the past.

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  5. nwpaintedladyDecember 15, 2019 at 9:29 AM

    Considering how fast this year went your finish is right around the corner, lol...your progress on this is really remarkable. The amount of stitches in this is incredible. Your doing great :)

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  6. AnonymousDecember 15, 2019 at 12:25 PM

    and we'll be coming back every 3 weeks between now and July to keep cheering you on ^^
    claire93

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  7. Magpie SueDecember 15, 2019 at 1:04 PM

    Thank you Renee, for sharing those links to the happy dance posts! I did miss most of those. Thank goodness for those of us who are organized, healthy, and tech savvy! Best of holidays to you and yours!

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  8. QueeniepatchDecember 15, 2019 at 5:06 PM

    Your work is coming along nicely!

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  9. Susan December 15, 2019 at 7:20 PM

    Wow, those were well-placed stitches! That's a HUGE difference! 3/4 of the way - yippee!

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  10. Jocelyn is Canadian Needle NanaDecember 15, 2019 at 7:42 PM

    I am always intrigued by how you keep track of your stitching. Your progress is quite noticeable on this very interesting piece. Thanks for including those links. Well done and happy stitching from me!

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  11. Christine BDecember 16, 2019 at 1:45 AM

    This is looking great Renee and the finish really is within touching reach! Hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas and look forward to the next update!! Hugs Christine xx

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  12. GunDecember 16, 2019 at 3:55 AM

    Great progress and thanks for the links! So many great embroideries!!

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  13. CaroleDecember 16, 2019 at 4:17 AM

    Wow, that is a lot of stitches! It's coming on fabulously. I do love the design :)

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  14. K ReevesDecember 16, 2019 at 6:03 PM

    That is a whole bunch of stitches Renee! Your littel dragon is looking splendid!

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  15. SunnyDecember 17, 2019 at 8:45 PM

    You always make so much progress -- you'll be wrapping this up before we all realize!

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  16. Magpie's MumblingsDecember 19, 2019 at 3:16 PM

    Every time I see this it makes me smile. I love the expression on his face!

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  17. AnonymousDecember 20, 2019 at 11:43 AM

    You look very close to finishing the book cover.

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  18. Mary Margaret RipleyDecember 20, 2019 at 12:03 PM

    I have been following you on Instagram and love the progress!

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  19. KatieDecember 21, 2019 at 5:44 PM

    Beautiful progress!

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