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The Daily Mel | Flosstube #2 - Video and Show Notes

Flosstube #2 – Video and Show Notes

February 16, 2019 // No Comments
I actually managed to not chicken out and recorded a second Flosstube video. Part of what helped was the amazing response I received to my first video. Knowing people enjoyed it and left such supportive comments helped me push through... Continue reading →
The Daily Mel | First Flosstube Video

Hello Flosstube!

February 6, 2019 // No Comments
After watching Flosstube videos on YouTube for the past couple of years, I’ve decided to finally give it a try. If you aren’t familiar with Flosstube, it’s a collection of YouTube creators who post stitching-related videos on their channels to... Continue reading →
The Daily Mel | January Stitching Recap

January Stitching Recap

February 2, 2019 // No Comments
I had a very productive January with my stitching. I think one of the things that really helped with that was the fact I joined the School of Magical Stitches and Literature group on Facebook. It’s a combination stitching and... Continue reading →
The Daily Mel | Royal Holiday - January Update

Stitching: Royal Holiday – January Update

January 22, 2019 // 1 Comment
Last week was week number three in my monthly rotation schedule, so that meant it was time to work on my Royal Holiday piece by Mirabilia. I absolutely love this design, but she’s massive (stitch count is 204 x 288).... Continue reading →
The Daily Mel | Finish: Seasonal Celebrations - Winter

Finish: Seasonal Celebrations – Winter

January 15, 2019 // 3 Comments
Woo Hoo! I completed my third finish for 2019 last nigh. Just as with my first two finishes, this one was also started and completed all within 2019. The design is Seasonal Celebrations – Winter by Country Cottage Needleworks. I... Continue reading →

New Start – CCN Seasonal Celebrations Winter

January 9, 2019 // No Comments
Monday started a new week in my current rotation, so that means it was time to switch projects. The theme in my rotation for the second week of the month is winter stitching which can include anything from holiday gift... Continue reading →
The Daily Mel | Glitter House 2 by Country Cottage Needleworks

Second Stitching Finish of 2019

January 7, 2019 // 2 Comments
Woo Hoo! I’ve actually managed to start AND finish two pieces in the first week of January. I had to fudge just a smidge on my rotation schedule to get it done, but that’s OK. When I put away my... Continue reading →

First Stitching Finish of 2019

January 5, 2019 // 3 Comments
I completed my first piece of 2019 last night. This design was actually my new start on January 1, so it was started and finished all within 2019. Completing this WIP earns me a $5 credit on my Stitch from... Continue reading →
Don't Panic Just Plan It

2019 Stitching Plans

January 4, 2019 // No Comments
Since I shared my 2018 Stitching Year in Review yesterday, I thought I would come back today and share my stitching plans for 2019. Of course, most of these plans aren’t written in stone and are subject to change if... Continue reading →

2018 Stitching Year in Review

January 3, 2019 // 5 Comments
Since we’re at the start of a new year, I thought I would post a recap of my stitching finishes for 2018. Since there will be quite a few photos, I’m going to keep them fairly small so the page... Continue reading →

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My name is Melissa and I'm a Tennessee girl who now lives in southern California. I love to stitch, drink coffee, create handmade cards, knit/crochet, read, and travel. I'm also on a journey to better health via the WW program (formerly known as Weight Watchers). I'm a total geek and have a slight addiction to Apple products and my Kindle.

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Stitch from Stash Budget

Carryover from January:        $42.00
February Budget:                       25.00
Birthday Money:                      250.00
February Purchases:              (221.33)
February Finish Credits:          14.00

Current Balance:                    $109.67

Stitching Acronyms

Here are some stitching-related acronyms I use frequently:

  • WIP – Work in Progress
  • SAL – Stitch-a-long
  • BAP – Big Ass Project
  • FO – Finished Object: all the stitching is done, but not yet finished for display (e.g. framed, pillow, ornament, etc.).
  • FFO – Finished Finished Project: a stitching finish has been finished for display
  • UFO – Unfinished Object: an item that hasn’t been worked on in a long time.

Here are some brand-related acronyms you may also see me use from time to time:

  • CCN – Country Cottage Needleworks
  • GAST – Gentle Arts Sampler Thread
  • LHN – Little House Needleworks
  • WDW – Weeks Dye Works

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