TTMT #47 Shouldn't have started on new project...

[crafts4others]

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I made this video at around 1 am so was pretty tired. I can't seem to get motivated to finish Tinkerbell, even though I am so close to getting it completed. Perhaps this is because it isn't turning out like I had pictured. Anyways, after creating this video, I have since started another project, which I will show next week, at least this is one

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[catbird2011]

Why don't you use those clips you put in your hair to hold your fabric. I can't think of the name of them right off. They are sort of like a chip clip. Worth a try. I started a project like your Tinkerbell & it is not turning out like I thought so I am not motivated to finish it. I want to start about 3 other projects. But I won't right now. Did you ever start your & your husband's profile (I think it was from your wedding)? You were wondering what color to do it on? Good luck on your large selection.

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[crafts4others]

I was thinking of perhaps using a binder clip. I think it would be easier if the fabric was evenweave instead of Aida as it wouldn't be so stiff. I have yet to start that project, but am thinking of perhaps not using 14 ct as it would be too big.

[jewells68]

What about rolling the excess fabric around a hollow tube like from inside a paper towel roll, and then you could maybe use the same clips you are using, or binder clips, at each end of the tube to hold it to the tube...

[crafts4others]

I was able to fold it a little better, and it seems to look easier to use now. Although I haven't tried it yet, as I had been waiting for the arrival of more thread.

[jewells68]

Clothespins might work too. Hope you get it to behave!

[aalia7]

Sorry you got demotivated about Tinkerbell...she looks good from here! Hope you can get the mojo back to finish up that project...maybe it'll turn out better than you expect. :)

And, oooooh, I love fractals. I can NOT imagine cross-stitching a fractal pattern though, a bit beyond my capabilities. That is going to be fun to watch!

If I have a big piece, I always roll the edges and secure with pins. Can't leave them in too long though, or they leave holes. I like jewells68's idea though, about the paper towel tubes...

[crafts4others]

I haven't yet to be motivated again about Tinkerbell, it will need to have it completed before May 9th. I can't wait to stitch more on the fractals.

[ofenjen]

Sometimes projects just happen when they want to! The fractal flowers pattern looks amazing...no wonder you want to work on it!

I hope you find the mojo you need to finish Tinkerbell. You'll feel so much better when she's done.

[crafts4others]

I will need to push myself and have it completed no later than May 9th. Hope to work more on the fractal pattern later this week.

[clumsy_chord]

I often find it hard getting the last little bits of a project finished. Once I get close enough to see the end, I somehow slow down to a dead crawl. It sucks that you're not finding it looks how you hoped, though.

The new project seems really unique and interesting. Can't wait to see the on-going progress!

[crafts4others]

All that matters in the end, I guess is that Tinkerbell is completed by May 9th. I think my niece will like it no matter what. I am anxious to start more progress on the new project.