Tuesday, November 28, 2023

I took another look at my Christmas card list and realized I didn’t need as many more cards as I thought. I got started on the pattern that I took to Texada; I’m glad I decided to do a prototype rather than start a production line. I’ve made the card before but I don’t remember it being as fiddly as this one turned out to be. My choice of fabric wasn’t great and the prototype ended up in the bin.

Not to be discouraged though I found another way to get a very similar-looking design but in a much easier way. I have the tops done, except for a bit of hand stitching. I’ll get them finished and bound tomorrow.

My other idea for a line of cards was thwarted by the lack of shopping in Powell River. I wanted some felt; my only choice was Walmart and they don’t carry the felt squares I wanted (as I write that I’m thinking I should have also checked the dollar store). I have some felt that I use for my chickens but I don’t have much of it. If I can’t get any more I’ll take another look and see if I can spare a sheet or two so I can carry on with my plan.

My second 12-Days box went into the mail today – both say they will arrive by December 1st. Pat took care of a couple of online orders for me so I’m better prepared than I have ever been. I may even have time to clean up my sewing room before Christmas.

The Canucks are playing a game tonight so I’m off to find some hand stitching to keep me occupied while the game is on.