stash report December 31, 2023

 This is the last stash report for 2023. I am encouraged by an improvement in my numbers from last year. I added 27 more yards of fabric than I did in 2022 ( 2022 -141 yards) - wrong direction, but, not so bad. I used 302 yards more of fabric than 2022. In 2022, I used 133 yards of fabric more than I bought in 2022. But, this year, I used 381 yards more than I bought. That is a good improvement.

I added a beautiful batik neutral to my stash. I hope to use more of my stash and reduce. I really want to stop buying or bringing home. My home is bulging at the seams. I must keep reminding myself that I am working on ufos that already have the fabric I need in the project bag. This year I have been adding more neutrals which I am more likely to need with my projects. 

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stash report December 31, 2023

fabric added this week:  2 yards 

fabric added year to date for 2023: 168 1/4 yards 

fabric used: 0 yards donated

fabric used year to date for 2023: 576 yards 

378.75  yards used more than bought in 2023

I sewed 3 days last week. My sewing time has been a challenge. When my Granddaughter moved in with us, my room became impossible where everything was dumped to make room. And, I have not wanted to sew here at home anymore. I need to make this work. Hopefully, in the new year, I will organize and adapt.

I am working on a cross stitch sampler designed by Melissa at pinker n punkin - I think it can be found here. Square number two is finished enough to move on to another frame for the 3rd square. It sure is cute.

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Last year's report

Stash report December 18, 2022

fabric added: 4.25 yards

fabric added year to date: 141 yards 

fabric used: 0 yards     

fabric used year to date: 274 yards  

133 yards used more than bought. 

I am linking to:

Slow Sunday Stitching

Oh scrap

sunday stash at quiltpaintcreate
patchwork and quilts

wednesday wait loss

15 min to stitch at life in pieces

stash report December 24, 2023

 This jelly roll was the deal of the day at missourri star and is now living at my house.

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stash report December 24, 2023

fabric added this week:  3 yards 

fabric added year to date for 2023: 166 1/4 yards 

fabric used: 3 yards donated

fabric used year to date for 2023: 576 yards 

380.75  yards used more than bought in 2023

I sewed 3 days last week. 1 open sew

I am working on a cross stitch sampler designed by Melissa at pinker n punkin - I think it can be found here. I have the first square almost finished. I need to add the black details, but, I think I will wait until I can do several. I have started the outline for the second square. The birdies are adorable. 

Have a very merry Christmas!

I am linking to:

Slow Sunday Stitching

Oh scrap

sunday stash at quiltpaintcreate
patchwork and quilts

wednesday wait loss

15 min to stitch at life in pieces

stash report December 17, 2023

I added a layer cake that is more of a blender to my stash. It was on sale. I am afraid to open the boxes from black Friday week. I have accumulated layer cakes this year. How do you store them? And make sure you use them?

stash report December 17, 2023

fabric added this week:  3 yards 

fabric added year to date for 2023: 163 1/4 yards 

fabric used: old world finish - 27 yards

fabric used year to date for 2023: 573 yards 

380.75  yards used more than bought in 2023

I sewed 2 days last week. 

I am working on a  cross stitch sampler designed by Melissa at pinker n punkin - I think it can be found here. I am working on the first square in the grid and oops - something was wrong, How many times do I have to count?. I think I found the problem and it will be an easy fix

instead of skipping one, I skipped two.

I am linking to:

Slow Sunday Stitching

Oh scrap

sunday stash at quiltpaintcreate
patchwork and quilts

wednesday wait loss

15 min to stitch at life in pieces

stash report December 10, 2023

I couldn't resist a 'mystery' layer cake from Missiourri star over the Thanksgiving sales. I can't say I am thrilled, but, it has a little charm.

stash report December 10, 2023

fabric added this week:  3 yards 

fabric added year to date for 2023: 160 1/4 yards 

fabric used:  15 yards- full stop finish 

65 x 74 = 15 yards

fabric used year to date for 2023: 546 yards 

356.75  yards used more than bought in 2023

I sewed 2 days last week. 

They say starting is half the battle. With this little 'new to me' crosstitch is was a royal battle. I have had what I needed for almost 3 months, but, I did not want to start. While my daughter was home for Thanksgiving, she was very encouraging and helpful. And, I finally had my start. I cross-stitched a bunch for a while in the 80s and had a lot of fun, then. But, I had better eyes and coordination. 

I rested a whole day after this little triumph- haha

The next day was more productive

I think I am ready to tackle this whole project. And I will be more relaxed and grateful.

I am linking to:

Slow Sunday Stitching

Oh scrap

sunday stash at quiltpaintcreate
patchwork and quilts

wednesday wait loss

15 min to stitch at life in pieces

stash report December 3, 2023

December already, how? I bought this for the background of a quilt, without looking at the requirements first. It isn't enough for the project, but, I think it will still be useful. just like everything else. haha

stash report December 3, 2023

fabric added this week:  3 yards 

fabric added year to date for 2023: 157 1/4 yards 

fabric used:  yards- 0

fabric used year to date for 2023: 531 yards 

344.75  yards used more than bought in 2023  - I wonder what a picture of 344 yards piled together would look like.

I sewed 3 days last week. I have an open sew next week I am looking forward to attending.

I have packed up my rug and my hexie quilt, and, put them into storage until after my daughter's visit for Thanks giving. I am trying to do a big clean up of the living room.

 I made some progress last week on my sock. I made it to the heel. And, the, promptly messed it up. I spent last week trying to get back a few rows with out losing everything. I am close. fingers crossed.

I am linking to:

Slow Sunday Stitching

Oh scrap

sunday stash at quiltpaintcreate
patchwork and quilts

wednesday wait loss

15 min to stitch at life in pieces

stash report November 26, 2023

I  bought 2 new jelly rolls during the holiday sales. Do I need them? have a project in mind? no but I was caught up in the deal. LOL

batik and 30s prints

stash report November 26, 2023

fabric added this week: 6 yards 

fabric added year to date for 2023: 154 1/4 yards 

fabric used:  19 yards-  4 yards donated -15 yards for finished sweet pea

fabric used year to date for 2023: 531 yards 

347.75  yards used more than bought in 2023 why doesn't it look like anything is missing?

I sewed 1 day last week. 

I have packed up my rug and my hexie quilt, and, put them into storage until after my daughter's visit for Thanks giving. I am trying to do a big clean up of the living room.

 I made some progress last week on my sock. 

I am linking to:

Slow Sunday Stitching

Oh scrap

sunday stash at quiltpaintcreate
patchwork and quilts

wednesday wait loss

15 min to stitch at life in pieces

stash report November 19, 2023

 I added a wide backing to my stash. I think this is a color I will be able to use.

stash report November 19, 2023

fabric added this week: 3 yards 

fabric added year to date for 2023: 148 1/4 yards 

fabric used:  39 yards-  25 yards spoolin around finish

91 x 100

fabric used year to date for 2023: 512 yards 

334.75  yards used more than bought in 2023 why doesn't it look like anything is missing?

I sewed 6 days last week. 

I have packed up my rug and my hexie quilt, and, put them into storage until after my daughter's visit for Thanks giving. I am trying to do a big clean up of the living room.

 I added an inch or so to my sock and I am feeling more confident. I think I can pick it up any time, now.

I am linking to:

Slow Sunday Stitching

Oh scrap

sunday stash at quiltpaintcreate
patchwork and quilts

wednesday wait loss

15 min to stitch at life in pieces

stash report November 12, 2023

I found more neutrals while deep decluttering near my treadle sewing machine -which I still use. I hope to close it up for awhile and keep the sewing mess confined to the upstairs. I will miss sewing on it in the evenings.

stash report October 29, 2023

fabric added this week: 3 yards 

fabric added year to date for 2023: 145 1/4 yards 

fabric used:  0 yards 

fabric used year to date for 2023: 473 yards 

298.75  yards used more than bought in 2023 why doesn't it look like anything is missing?

I sewed 3 days last week. 

I have packed up my rug and my hexie quilt, and, put them into storage until after my daughter's visit for Thanks giving. I am trying to do a big clean up of the living room. I didn't knit any this week, but, I did play a little with some scraps. sew fun - I used 1 1/2 inch squares as my leader/enders and then made these quick blocks from the scraps on my table

I am linking to:

Slow Sunday Stitching

Oh scrap

sunday stash at quiltpaintcreate
patchwork and quilts

wednesday wait loss

15 min to stitch at life in pieces

stash report November 5, 2023

I added a layer cake of creams for my stash. That was my reward for a finish last week.

  stash report October 29, 2023

fabric added: 3 yards 

fabric added year to date: 142 1/4 yards 

fabric used:  0 yards 

fabric used year to date: 473 yards 

301.75  yards used more than bought

I sewed 5 days last week. 

I have packed up my rug and my hexie quilt, and, put them into storage until after my daughter's visit for Thanks giving. I am trying to do a big clean up of the living room. I remembered a pair of socks I started earlier this year. This will make a perfect slow stitching project for me.... if I can remember how.

I am linking to:

Slow Sunday Stitching

Oh scrap

sunday stash at quiltpaintcreate
patchwork and quilts

wednesday wait loss

15 min to stitch at life in pieces