Happy New Year everyone. Wishing you all a very happy and healthy new year. I love new year as it it gives me a chance to reset my priorities and to be thankful for the good, enjoyable and fun things that happened last year. Reviewing last year also allows me to identify things that didn't go so well and how I can avoid the mistakes I made for the future.
One of the good things that happened for the second time last year was the Chookshed Challenge and it is happening again this year. It has a new badge for 2026.
I'm joining the challenge again this year as between it and One Monthly Goal I actually got several projects finished. For the chookshed challenge I need to identify 10 projects that I want to work on. I spent a little time thinking about what I want to get done this year and here is my list.
1.Embroidered table cloth.
This was a Christmas present in 2024. I work on this every now and again, especially when I need time and space to think. It is very relaxing to do and I really must spend more time on it. I usually take this with me when we are away for the weekend.
2.Japanese quilt with sashiko.
I started work on this quilt last year. It started as a panel that I split up and I'm adding sashiko. I'm not in a rush to complete this quilt but I am enjoying doing the sashiko embroidery.
3. Making a red quilt for my brother.
Several years back I made a quilt for my brother. He was very happy with the quilt and recently he has asked me to make him another quilt. As we all know one quilt is never enough. My brother would like a red quilt. I'd like to start this quilt fairly soon and to that end I've been collecting together my red fabrics. I haven't decided on a pattern yet so I have not photo to share.
4. Red Manor House Quilt.
This is a project that I have been working on for two or three years or so. To be honest I'm not sure when I started it. I have started the next round but still have blocks to make.
5. Double wedding ring quilt.
I've been practising sewing curves in preparation for really getting down to serious work on this quilt. I'm looking forward to working on this quilt.
6. Star Trek Cross Stitch.
This year I really must move this cross stitch forward. When finished this is a present for my son. Can I get this done before next Christmas or would Christmas 2027 be a better timeframe.
7. Gold work seahorse.
I have never tried gold work but it is something I've always wanted to try. John bought me this kit and a book explaining the techniques for Christmas.
8.Quilted Jacket.
There is a pattern for a quilted jacket in one of my dressmaking books. I decided to make it and I stitched some patches together to create the fabric.
This fabric could be used for the lining
9. Cats in pyjamas.
My grandson is now 3 and a half. He really needs a big boys bed quilt. He has two cats at home, Rothko and Penny and I think this cat pattern is very appropriate for him. I bought this pattern some time ago and had been wondering who to make it for.
10. Frog stitcheries and quilt.
Over several months I've been completing some frog stitcheries and once they are all completed I will then make the blocks and complete the quilt.
Tomorrow I'll make a start on the project for January, whatever number is picked. Today we have enjoyed a family day, taking grandson and dogs for a walk and sharing a delicious new year dinner.
Take care
Lyndsey
