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Sunday, July 10, 2011

"Dampy Sod"....


And then there were 9.....

Primitive Needle Dampy Sod
Primitive Needle "Dampy Sod"
Stitched on 40ct. Purely Primitive w/
WDW and Sampler Threads

.....Crazy Challenge finishes that is.  

I have been stitching on and off for a
couple of months on this design and decided it
was time to finish it.   I loved this saying the
first time I saw it and like it even more now
that it is finished.  This was my first design
from Lisa but not my last. 

Now up on the q-snaps will be BBD "It's Berry Time".  I have been stitching on this one by and by also so hopefully I can finish it this week. 

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Six months into this challenge, I do have an
observation.  I was usually a one project girl so I
was a little nervous when I decided to do it.  It
would normally drive me crazy to have more
than one or two big WIP at a time. 

Boy have I changed! 

I love having so many great choices when I pick up my stitiching bag.  If I get tired of one, I just have to reach in for another.  Even better, I have finished some designs that have been languishing in my "To Do" pile for years.  In short, I think I have been more productive this year and hope to keep up this "rotation" going forward.  Even though I have 6 remaining in my bag, I am already looking ahead at my next 15!  

Unfortunately my "To Frame" pile has grown
but that is a problem I don't mind having!

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As always, thanks for visiting and all of your
wonderful comments.  They do make me smile.
Happy stitching.....and stay cool!
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39 comments:

  1. MargaretJuly 10, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    Wonderful finish! That's so interesting about how the crazy challenge has changed your style of stitching. I still don't think I could handle more than one project at a time, but who knows. lol! You're really tearing through those challenge projects!

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  2. CalamityJrJuly 10, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    Wow - two finishes in a week, and both beautifully done! The challenge certainly has worked for you - way to go!

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  3. MaggeeJuly 10, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    Nice finish! I have been thinking about the challenge also... that it will probably be a 2-year challenge. I put too many barely started large pieces into it, and don't see them all being finished this year, with 4 birthdays in August, then the retreat, then holiday stitching... Nope, aint gonna happen this year! But--I will finish them! Hugs.

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  4. SiobhánJuly 10, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    I just sent you an e-mail saying that I couldn't wait to see your next finish, but I didn't think it'd be this quick! ;) It looks GREAT!! Congratulations on a beautiful finish.

    You go girl on branching out with having more WIPs than you're used to. You've accomplished a lot this year!

    I can't wait to see your BBD--I need to start that one this summer. Nothing says summer more than berries!

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  5. DeniseJuly 10, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Great finish and not many to go! I think I saw you won a give away - congrats!

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  6. Jackie's StitchesJuly 10, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Gorgeous! Congrats on your finish!

    I'm glad to hear that the January Crazy Challenge has been a positive experience for you. I had hoped that it would accomplish what it had intended instead of generating a bigger pile of UFOs. I only stitch on a few things at a time and finishing 15 in a year is impossible for me with my work schedule and my other hobbies. Goals are good though, I and I did make some to make sure I continued to make progress.

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  7. LesleyanneJuly 10, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    Congrats on a lovely finish. I am glad the challenge is a positive experience for you. Can't wait to see your BBD as I love this one for some reason lol.

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  8. Friendship CrossingJuly 10, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Good for you Karen for getting out of your comfort zone!

    I used to have all kinds of projects going on all the time, but the last couple of yrs. I've enjoyed working on one or two at a time till I finish them, otherwise I find myself 'starting' more than 'finishing', but I see that hasn't happened w/you!!LOL

    Tanya

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  9. FayeJuly 10, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Yippee!!! You are doing SO good!!! I like this one too~~~ I need to get back to mine...I have been on a "smalls" run this summer!

    Lookin good!!! Will see on the 6th at the French Hen~~~ Faye

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  10. JudyJuly 10, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    Congratulations on your 9th Callenge finish! You are moving through them and still managing to get other stitching done too! Wish I stitched that quickly - maybe if I quit reading blogs. lol

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  11. gracieJuly 10, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    I also was not one to have many "in the works" but have enjoyed this challenge. True, there is always something in the bag of interest! Good for you on your finish.

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  12. JennyJuly 10, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    Karen, 9 Crazy Challenge finishes, WOW!!! You are doing great! The Dampy Sod samples is really neat - love the colors!

    Oh, and welcome over to the dark side - once you get into the multiple WIP mode, you never go back, bwahahaahah (supposed to be evil laughter...)

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  13. GabiJuly 10, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    What a gorgeous finish. Just lovely. Looks like you'll be successful with the 15 challenges.
    I do have multiple wip's but I keep them down to a for me workable size. If there is another 15 Wip challenge next year, I might join in though...lol

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  14. Lisa VJuly 10, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Great finish Karen!
    LISA V

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  15. MyraJuly 10, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    Another fabulous finish Karen! You are doing so well with your challenge.

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  16. MaryJuly 10, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Well done Karen - you sure are flying through your crazy 15. I have been trying to finish all my wips so I can have some new starts.
    Mary

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  17. mdgtjulieJuly 10, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    LOL, you've created a monster! I love having choices too, although mine are more strictly organized. I have an eighteen project rotation, and most of them are BAPs. I've never been called faint of heart, lol. Here's hoping you finish up your challenge pieces by the end of the year, and can get them all framed!

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  18. LittlebitJuly 10, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    What a darling design, and I love the verse! Beautiful job, Karen.
    I love It's Berry Time, too. I have that one hanging.
    You have really been productive since you started that challenge..I'm impressed. I say if it is in your stash, you may as well start it. :)

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  19. CarolJuly 10, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    Wow! You're up through nine and the year is just half over...You'll surely make or exceed your fifteen for the year, Karen. Love the latest finish :)

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  20. Teresa S.July 10, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    Your CJC is moving right along! Congrats on another finish!

    Oh, no, you are starting to sound like me with too many WIPS in my current projects basket-LOL!

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  21. Charlene ♥ NCJuly 10, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    Way to go, Karen! I've sure enjoyed watching all your pieces flying off those needles! Keep up the amazing work!

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  22. BethJuly 11, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    What a great stitch - love the colors and the sentiment...

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  23. LauraJuly 11, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    What a gorgeous finish!!! I don't think I have seen this design before...stunning! I am glad the challenge has been working out so well for you!!!

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  24. The Outgoing IntrovertJuly 11, 2011 at 1:56 AM

    Gorgeous finish! I use to be a one project type of girl but think that I am going to enjoy having more than one going!

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  25. BekcaJuly 11, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Congrats on your latest finish. I'm glad the challenge has worked out so well for you, long may it continue. Best wishes and happy stitching.

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  26. MouseJuly 11, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    oooo nice finish and well done on stitching more than one piece at time ..lol I've written down this year what I have done and to do and the list is far huger than any other year of stitching ... it has pushed me to the outer limits and I find I have time still to do more ... go figure ..lol
    looking forward to seeing the rest :) take care and happy stitching :) love mouse xxxx

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  27. JulieJuly 11, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    There is always something lovely to see when i visi here Karen, you pick lots of lovely projects.

    It was interesting to read how you have changed from a one at a time stitcher, i seem to have reverted back to that recently!

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  28. CatherineJuly 11, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Wonderful finish!! I have this in my to do pile - may have to pull it out sooner than later!

    I used to only stitch one project st a time too, but that had changed over the last few years!

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  29. Lisa SJuly 11, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Great finish Karen!!
    Congratulations to you for all you have accomplished with this challenge! It has been fun seeing all of the gorgeous pieces you have finished.

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  30. BrendaSJuly 11, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    Great finish! Kudos to you for keeping up with your challenge. You certainly have been busy:)))

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  31. ChristineJuly 11, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Congratulations on a great finish

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  32. MelanieJuly 11, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    It's a great finish!! You are definitely rocking this Challenge!!

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  33. Carol's StitchingJuly 11, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    Lovely finish! This rotation/challenge definitely sounds like it is working for you. As long as you are enjoying it go for it. Happy Stitching!

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  34. ShelleenJuly 11, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Love the finish. I just finished 2 more of the January challenge and only have a couple more to finish. Keep up the progress.

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  35. LynnJuly 11, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    This is one of Lisa's designs which I have not seen before. I love it, especially the verse. Great finish!

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  36. Dani - tkdchickJuly 12, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    What a great finish and that must of been fun to stitch! Congratulations on finishing a crazy challenge piece!

    To frame pile??? I have a to frame bin!

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  37. LoisJuly 13, 2011 at 4:26 AM

    What a great finish and well done for keeping up for the Crazy Challenge!

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  38. PumpkinJuly 13, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    Holy smokes, you just finished number eight! LOL! Lovely Karen :o)

    That's the one drawback about stitching so much...then you have to finish them. LOL!

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  39. SallyJuly 16, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    I love your finish Karen. It is lovely.

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