I was using a 28 but I guess the end was too blunt and I was having a terrible time finding the holes, especially when trying to make 4 legs fit in the same hole!! It felt like I was just slogging along and was never going to get through this one band. When I posted just a couple of days ago, this is where I was, and not having much fun might I add!
Then I changed my needle to a John James Petite. My stitching speed really picked up and it felt like a hot knife moving through butter. And just a couple of evenings later, it now looks like this. (Keeping in mind that one of those nights was The Hubs' birthday so stitching time was limited.)
I am so thrilled with the progress on this piece! I am caught up with the May assignment now and although I am technically still behind since the June assignment is now out, I have hope about being able to keep up and maybe even finish this on schedule!
I don't know why it took me so long to figure this out. Must be another one of those signs of aging!! Darn it!!
The more I see of Ann Bowers, the more I want to stitch her! Her beauty unfolds with every bit of progress you make. Glad you found a better needle.
ReplyDeleteI try my best to change my needle between projects and even then, on huge projects, I sometimes forget to change out... It does make a big difference.... I love Bohin 28 and buy them in bulk.... Beautiful progress on a total stunner sampler :)
ReplyDeleteWOW! Ann is really coming along!! Incredible progress you have made. You can also try the Bohin 28s. I call them speedy stitchers and I am an 45ct linen lover LOL :) Keep it up-- I might have to start mine!!
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ReplyDeleteGreat job on the catch up with the new needles.
Oh my goodness, Laura, your piece and your stitching is so beautiful!!! I'm going to check on my needle now!!!
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