Hello from Down Under

Posted by Sandy Bell on June 26, 2009, 11:57 pm

I am a new subscriber to this site and I thought I'd make myself
know. I live just outside Sydney Australia but was born and raised in
Elgin Illinois (long story). I am an avid cross stitcher but will try
just about any form of stitching. I learned about your site from the
books by Monica Ferris (which I love by the way!). I look forward to
learning from all of you and sharing my experiences - and Australia -
as well.

Posted by Tia Mary on June 27, 2009, 8:13 am

Sandy Bell wrote:
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Welcome to RCTN, Sandy. Tell us a bit more about yourself, the
stitching you have done, if you have photos of your work online, and
what sort of "Babies" (cats, dogs, birds, gerbils, etc.) you have.
Be prepared for a lot of "off topic" posts. We're a very chatty
group here and are prone to talk and argue about most anything :-).
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Angels can't show their wings on earth but nothing was ever said about
their whiskers!
Visit my Photo albums at http://community.webshots.com/user/tiamary

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Thanks for the welcome. Don't have any of my work online - something
to aim for! As I said, I am addicted to cross stitch (or as you guys
call it counted cross stitch - not sure I understand the distinction,
unless it has something to do with stamped pieces). Learned simple
embroidery from my grandmother and her sisters & sisters-in-law when I
was very young but did not really get into it until I had children of
my own. I have one cat - Sammy, a white long hair - who loves to place
herself right in the middle of my chart or keyboard just in case I
have forgotten she is the most important person!
I belong to the Embroiderers' Guild NSW Inc and a member of the
Wollongong group. Wollongong is about 45min south of Sydney, a coal &
steel town, with beautiful beaches & scenery.I am an avid reader,
liking American history & fantasy (favorite author is David Eddings).
Am currently working on several items, including a pink ribbon
challenge for the Guild. Would be more than happy to answer any
questions anyone may have and I love a good debate!!!!
Sandy

Posted by Lucille on June 27, 2009, 9:12 pm

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Thanks for the welcome. Don't have any of my work online - something
to aim for! As I said, I am addicted to cross stitch (or as you guys
call it counted cross stitch - not sure I understand the distinction,
unless it has something to do with stamped pieces). Learned simple
embroidery from my grandmother and her sisters & sisters-in-law when I
was very young but did not really get into it until I had children of
my own. I have one cat - Sammy, a white long hair - who loves to place
herself right in the middle of my chart or keyboard just in case I
have forgotten she is the most important person!
I belong to the Embroiderers' Guild NSW Inc and a member of the
Wollongong group. Wollongong is about 45min south of Sydney, a coal &
steel town, with beautiful beaches & scenery.I am an avid reader,
liking American history & fantasy (favorite author is David Eddings).
Am currently working on several items, including a pink ribbon
challenge for the Guild. Would be more than happy to answer any
questions anyone may have and I love a good debate!!!!
Sandy

Welcome and feel free to jump right in any time something seems of interest.

Lucille

Posted by Tia Mary on June 27, 2009, 10:21 pm

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For most of us, the difference is likely what you are thinking.
"Counted" cross stitch is done using a chart and on a ground fabric
where you must count the threads or holes for each stitch and then the
number of stitches needed. Non-counted cross stitch (part of what I
call surface embroidery) would likely be done on a fabric with the
design already printed on it. More often than not, we just say cross
stitch, with the understanding that it is counted work. If we mean
non-counted cross stitch, we will usually say something like "blue line"
or printed cross stitch.
I'm one of those who stitch most anything that has a needle and
ground fabric and fibers :-). I don't care if it is an inexpensive kit
or printed or counted or done with cotton or wool or silk. As long as I
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Angels can't show their wings on earth but nothing was ever said about
their whiskers!
Visit my Photo albums at http://community.webshots.com/user/tiamary

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