Good Morning! I completed a Reticello Tea Cloth. The design is one Giuliana Buonpadre's. It is a kit booklet based on the teachings of her Vol. 3 and Vol. 5 of her books. I enjoyed making the cloth and am very happy with how it turned out. I used Sotema 20L linen in Antique White, and DMC coton a broder sizes 25 and 30 in Snow White. In the booklet there are instructions to also turn this particular project into a cushion. The finished cloth is approx. 53 cm x 53 cm.
The project took a little bit longer than planned to finish because we recently acquired a brood of bantam chick babies of various breeds, and they require quite a bit of care. Bantam chicks are a smaller breed than other types of chickens, and I must say the babies are just adorable. We will be spending some time this weekend, getting their coup and living areas situated. We also acquired 5 mallard ducklings and one gorgeous Pekin duckling. . . so of course we will also be putting a duck pond for them somewhere on the property. Watching the ducklings swim and play in the water is very entertaining, and enjoyable. Ducks and Bantam chickens are great for controlling mosquito population, and bugs that can harm gardens and crops, so hopefully this summer we can spend some time outside without getting bitten as much as we have in the past. . .sitting outside with a cold glass of iced tea with some needlework is one of my favorite things about Spring and Summer. Now, I will also be able to watch our little chickens and ducks while outside as well.
I do have plans to start another project soon . . . I think an embroidered zipper pouch would come in handy. Who couldn't use more storage for threads and/or needles and sewing notions? lol A smaller project won't take long as I still am putting in a lot of time taking care of our little chicks and ducklings.
Here are the photos of my latest completed project:
Well, I hear some baby chicks calling for me. I hope you have a wonderful day and until next time. . .
Happy Stitches!
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