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Cross Stitch Tips & News ~ December 18th 2007
Cross Stitch Club: Just where has this year gone?... "Cross Stitch Tips and News" Brought to you by Patterns Patch ================================================================ CONTENTS: - Just where has this year gone?... ================================================================ Hi [firstname] ... many readers of this news letter will agree that this year has simply sped by and will be wondering where it's gone, such is the pace of modern life. And there's no sign of this hectic pace easing up. Traditionally, we take stock of our lives at this time of the yeas and resolve to do better, be more disciplined and focus on those areas we'd like to improve upon ~ and so we make "New year's resolutions"... and boy, what a waste of time that is! Because invariably they're consigned to history by the time the new year is a mere three days (or so) old. So! Why do we do it, and more to the point! Why should we? Well perhaps the problem lies in we make too many of these resolutions to ourself, and just don't put the required effort into them, or maybe there's another... hmm... ...let me introduce you to an interesting website that was built on the premise, "A single resolution can positively and profoundly create lasting change in your life and help to make the world a better place.". http://www.goalsguy.com/Events/n_facts.html ... can you make just ONE resolution that will improve your own life while benefiting others? Will you...? ~~XX~~ "Faith -- Make It Real at http://www.faith-makeitreal.com is dedicated to helping others build their faith and walk with God, by providing free faith-based tools. If you're looking for ways to build your faith -- this is the web site for YOU! ~~XX~~ To set the scene for many ladies in 2008, here's a set of 13 top tips to get the most sheer pleasure out of 2008 - enjoy!! And finally, here's a fable I like to share at this time of "Once there were three trees on a hill in the woods. Then the second tree said, 'Someday I will be a Finally the third tree said, 'I want to grow to be After a few years of praying that their dreams At the second tree a woodsman said, 'This When the woodsmen came upon the third tree, When the first tree arrived at the carpenters, he If you'd like to try and win a fr*e membership, reply to The second tree was cut and made into a small The third tree was cut into large pieces and left The years went by, and the trees forgot about their Years later, a group of men got in the fishing Finally, someone came and got the third tree. The moral of this story is that when things ~~XX~~ *~* MEMBERSHIP FOR FR^E *~* If you'd like to win a "Three months membership to Patterns Patch http://www.patternspatch.com/public/231.cfm Don't forget to search for the mystery word in this letter. When The latest winner of our draw for "Three-months membership to *~* Iris Tilson *~* Congratulations to Iris and commiserations to those who didn't win this week. But hey, perseverance is a virtue; try again next week ~ it could be YOU! And for those of you who didn't enter, why not? Don't you want You've got to be in it TO WIN IT! ================================================================ Creating a Cross Stitch Journal Traditionally, lots of people receive a diary for the new year about now and come January 1st, start the new year with good intentions, resolve to keep it up to date, which is rather hard to do. Have you ever considered starting a variation of this - a cross stitch journal - which is much easier to keep up to date since you'll probably only make a few entries each year. Many of us spend a lot of time working on cross stitch projects, and a wonderful way to remember what you've done is to write a small journal entry for each one. These entries also can be a very nice addition when you give your cross stitch projects to family and friends. What you include in the entry is up to you. Some stitchers create notebooks with plastic sleeves where they can include a copy of the chart along with a photo of the finished piece. They also include a little write-up about their experience creating the project. For instance, you could record in your entry why you chose a particular design. You also could note if you made changes and why. Finally, you could mention any special things that happened in your life while you were working on this project. A variation on this is to create a memento for projects you are giving to family and friends. For instance, if you cross stitch a project for someone who is expecting, you can write a note about all the dreams you have for the baby. Later in life, the child not only will have the wonderful cross stitch project to treasure, but also the note from you. ================================================================ 1. Charting Your Cross Stitch Course: How to Read a Cross Stitch Pattern. To the beginner, a cross-stitch chart may seem like a lot of mumbo-jumbo. Yet they are a road map to creating a beautiful design. Gaining an understanding of how to read cross-stitch charts and knowing how to work with them will allow you to create almost anything you set... Read the full article by going here: < ~X~ 2. Cross Stitch Presents for a New Mother and Baby. The art of cross stitch is a fantastic way to create an original gift for anyone in your life, but can especially celebrate the miracle of motherhood and a new baby's life. Some of the most adorable and special patterns and designs that you can find in the world of cross stitch are those that celebrate new motherhood and new life. There are so many unique and original cross stitch designs that there is one to suit any and all personalities from designs for new mothers to designs that celebrate the life of a new child being... Read the full article by going here: < ~X~ 3. First Steps in Machine Cross Stitching. Learning to cross stitch on an embroidery machine can be confusing and frustrating if you haven't received the right instruction or what can be some very helpful hints and tips. There are so many things that can go wrong if you don't take the right approach to... Read the full article by going here: < ~X~ This is just a small sample of the more than 180 cross stitch =============================================================== We're giving EVERYONE who reads this letter a FREE Bonus cross To view full-sized illustrations of this week's FREE downloads You'll find additional information and can also leave comments ~X~ ** Patterns For Members Only ** - "A Group of African Elephants" - "Clarisa and Petey" by Judith Bolerino - "Harry Potter - The Flying Lesson" - "The Baby Sitting Santa Claus" - "The Three Kings" ** BONUS Download for ALL Readers ** - "Entrance to The Tree Farm" The download page for your bonus pattern is here: < Please note that you have until the next issue of your "Cross ~X~ We're trying to introduce as wide a range as possible in the To view this week's gallery, here's the link again < ============================================================== ~X~ 1. TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS Member "slckstitcher" recently posted this delightful poem, which we've repeated here in its entirety ~ enjoy! Twas the Night Before Christmas 'Twas the night before Christmas, and, oh, I was weary. My children and husband were tucked in their beds, As I poised my needle for one more backstitch, My stitching forgotten, I peered into the night. I unlocked the deadbolt, and let Santa in, He said, "You're up late. Still working I see." "And the fields on that stocking look blobby you know, "I know what you mean," he said with a smile. "I've got some things here I think you might like, He put down gifts for us all, then he waved his right hand. After he'd left, I turned back to my chair, I ran to thank Santa for this final gift, Author Unknown ~X~ 2. WHICH SMALL CROSS STITCH GIFT FOR CHRISTMAS? Member "muffin" recently posted this highly topical query: "Hi all, I was wondering what my fellow members would buy for each other for Christmas if they had the opportunity." "I am torn between two really useful, but very different, items. The first is a small clip-on light, which would be very helpful for the stitcher who enjoys stitching while on the move." "Now don't laugh, but the second item would be a tub of "Udder Cream", which was originally developed to stop Cow's teats from drying out and becoming chapped in the Winter. Fellow stitchers, who are in the know, swear by this product, which has a pleasant smell, is not greasy, and will not leave marks on your fabric." "I'd love to hear what YOU would give, or perhaps like to receive." Here's a link to a most useful and interesting article on "Small Gifts For Stitchers": http://www.patternspatch.com/snip/164.htm ================================================================ When our membership grows to a certain level we'll be able to Forward this email newsletter to them so that they can subscribe Please do not reply to this email. It was sent to you by our ... and finally, if you have children, give them a hug and a Sincerely, John Wigham PS If you're not already a member, why not? You're missing out on < https://www.patternspatch.com/public/5.cfm > joining is easy! Your next "Cross Stitch Tips & News" letter will appear on If you celebrate Christmas, we sincerely hope you enjoy the festivities. If Christmas isn't your thing, we hope you too get in abundance what it is you wish for at this time of the year. ================================================================ |