Something new

Just starting a new project.  It's definitely the droid you're looking for! 

Mischievous Mandrake Managed...

It's taken around 10 or 11 weeks to complete this wee fella, mainly due to my procrastination, working full-time, proofreading, pottering about in the garden, holidays and piano practice...but definitely procrastination!

However, here he is at long last. 

The backstitch challenge

I dislike stitching backstitch so much I tend to avoid charts that require its use, preferring far larger projects to show detailing. 

In a small design, often backstitch it necessary to highlight the detail. 

While I might not like it, I think you'll agree it really can make a difference to the piece. 

Halfway finished now.