So far, I have completed 20 of the 30 sets needed for this step. I am taking my time to get things really accurate. As per Bonnie Hunter's recommendation, I am using the Companion Angle and Easy Angle rulers and the sets are coming out spot on. If they aren't, it's because the fabric slipped while sewing. I take the time to resew any that aren't just right. It takes me about 15 minutes to sew one set of four if the fabric is already cut. No reason to rush as this week the next clue won't be posted until the day after Christmas.
The neutrals in this photo look pretty washed out. They are mostly white on white or cream with a very light pattern. Really low volume (sorry, Bonnie!). This is on purpose since the constant gray is not real dark and there needs to be good contrast between it and the neutrals.
The colors in this year's mystery are sophisticated and remind me of an elegant Renaissance painting. I am really liking the color palette this year and my choice of fabrics. Another reason for slow sewing - enjoying the process. To see others' choices, click on over to the Mystery Monday Link-Up, Part 4.
In between sewing, I have been baking off batches of cookies and wrapping a few presents. I made presents for the other five ladies in my sewing group. Tomorrow at breakfast, they will be gifted, so I may post a photo.
Last night my sister and I took our mother and my sister's mother-in-law for an evening out at the Missouri Botanical Garden. The Garden is all decked out for the holidays in beautiful lights for the seasonal Garden Glow. Here's a taste or two:
This tree has literally several miles (I have forgotten the exact number) of light strings on it. It is a massive heritage tree and you can judge its size when you look at the small lit trees at its base. They are as tall as I am - 5'4".
Trees in the reflecting pool in front of the Climatron - a geodesic dome filled with tropical and subtropical plants.
Henry Shaw's Victorian home all decked out for Christmas with trees in every window. Shaw was a business man who donated his house and land for the Missouri Botanical Garden. The house is open for viewing as well.
More prettiness in lights. There were many, many more photo opportunities; this is but a small taste of the 1.5 mile walk through the Glow.
love the colors you chose! very nice contrast with the neutrals and black and red. Thanks for all the beautiful pictures of the botanic gardens too! The lights make this time of year so special.
ReplyDeleteLovely light display! Sounds like a wonderful evening. Your mystery units are looking good, too.
ReplyDeleteYou're doing really well keeping up..pretty units.
ReplyDeleteI see you have a little red Roman Glass there too! I agree, the colours are excellent this year, and I am feeling good about the design too.
ReplyDeleteIt must take a huge crew to string that tree every year! Great photos. Happy Christmas!
Nice variety in your units! Happy Holidays.
ReplyDeleteFabulous job!
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