Slow Sunday Stitching.

Yesterday I was working as we had an open day for prospective students and in the evening I and our younger daughter babysat my grandson while older daughter and her husband went out for dinner with one of their friends.  As a result there was no sewing time. Today I spent an hour working on the Thomas quilt. I didn't finish the quilting but the end is in sight. 

Sunday is about slowing down and so is perfect for slow stitching. I spent a little time to make sure I had the right position to start the Star Trek stitching. It is a long piece but not very wide. As I  had decided I would work from the left hand side instead of starting at the middle I needed to be sure I got the positioning correct. I don't want to find there isn't enough room to fit all the length on the aida. Finally I made a start on the stitching. I didn't get very far as I am finding it very difficult stitching on black fabric. I'm pleased with what I have done so far.

I wasn't sure if the pattern called for half cross stitch or cross stitch. It doesn't state it on the pattern. Anyway I started with half cross stitch but I will go back and complete the cross as this will give a deeper colour.

I also continued with my knitting. I am currently completing the first sleeve of my jumper. It is growing fairly quickly but I can't knit for that long as it causes me pain in my right shoulder. I should have this finished before Christmas.

I'm linking this post with Kathy from Kath's Quilts for her Slow Sunday Stitching It's fun seeing what everyone is working on.

Now I'm going to snuggle in bed and read a chapter of my book. The weather here has gone much colder and further north in the UK there is a possibility of snow. It's unlikely we will see any in London.  

Take care

Lyndsey