Ok, minor setback on the cross stitch rug.  I finished the red border and began filling in the center with DMC 712, which was supposed to be cream.  I barely stitched a full corner when the color went from vanilla cream to flat tan.  Bleh!  I expected th… more »

I have been painting trims, windows, doors, railings, etc. with white paint for the past few days since  I last posted.  It's time consuming work, but it is worth it in the end.  I am awaiting a few supplies as well, so it's also kept me busy. The othe… more »

Today I received the beautiful minis I won in Glenda's giveaway.  Hurray!  They are fantastic.  The journal is made of the softest leather and opens.  The baskets are so cute...I can't wait to fill them.  And, lastly, the rug has amazing texture.  She ma… more »

I am back from my vacation and ready to get back to the Newport!  I did manage to work on the altered Janet Granger rug while away.  At 69 3/4 hours, the entire design is done!  :D click image to enlarge Now comes the long process of filling in the b… more »

I have some exciting holiday plans coming up, so I won't be online much.  To that end, I leave you with an update on the needlework project.  I am now at 53 hours of work...phew!  Just about done with the design and then it will be on to filling in the b… more »