tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post2792320389478702673..comments2024-03-28T05:52:39.759-07:00Comments on A Little Blacksheep Stitchin': Friday Wrap UpEdgarhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00837185107544953448noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-27511189408905014922011-02-06T19:20:58.817-08:002011-02-06T19:20:58.817-08:00Edgar, thanks for speaking up about framing. I to...Edgar, thanks for speaking up about framing. I totally agree, my Mom always said 'if you don't have anything nice to say...' I totally agree on the thrill of finding a yard sale, estate sale, frame and making it work! While framing isn't my 'forte' I do give it a go from time to time. I just can't afford to take everything to 'the professionals'.Melodyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06600472733901683148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-75773552307955026092011-02-06T11:48:49.413-08:002011-02-06T11:48:49.413-08:00Oh, Edgar! I could not agree more with you on the...Oh, Edgar! I could not agree more with you on the subject of "if you don't have something nice to say . . ." I made a suggestion on how to save money on framing on my blog and someone came along - and anonymously - (which to me was really being a coward) was saying how this way had to be considered very carefully because if you did it this - or that - or 15 different other reasons why my suggestion was a BAD idea. Well, OK, I thought, but I was just making a suggestion, for something I did - on MY blog - and what was wrong with that??? Hmmmm? Also, on the flavor packets - my husband used to drink gator*&^ (rhymes) with MAID and it cost alot and has a LOT of calories in it. I was getting all over him about it. And then he discovered the flavor packets - and he's a happy guy now and I'm relieved that we're saving money and he's not taking in so many calories. Have a great weekend!Katherinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00443276914204027757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-28335335892699875462011-02-06T04:47:27.881-08:002011-02-06T04:47:27.881-08:00I follow your blog religiously but have never comm...I follow your blog religiously but have never commented until now. Anyone who critisizes your finishing is just crazy. Speaking as a person who has two drawers of unfinished sewing I think that a frame for your art whether professionally done or not is a wonderful thing. Let it shine.Julienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-6286524494227420652011-02-06T04:37:44.431-08:002011-02-06T04:37:44.431-08:00I follow your blog reliousy but hane never comment...I follow your blog reliousy but hane never commented until now. I want to say anyone posting a negative comment is just crazy. Framing your art is a wonderful thing, be it professionally done or personally.Julienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-56124086784099503202011-02-05T11:33:35.630-08:002011-02-05T11:33:35.630-08:00Don't feel guilty about the cherries....think ...Don't feel guilty about the cherries....think of all the money you saved on the water packets! See, it all evens out!<br /><br />Anyway, who could resist them? They look scrumptious!!!sherihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15690727920068063232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-57448228308184790732011-02-05T07:01:49.066-08:002011-02-05T07:01:49.066-08:00Yes Edgar , it is summer in Chile now , wish i was...Yes Edgar , it is summer in Chile now , wish i was there ...... <br />You should try the figs , chirimoyas the plums etc etc <br />Patti xxCreative Chaoshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13846029094330081720noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-91280118068740647532011-02-05T06:27:07.572-08:002011-02-05T06:27:07.572-08:00Edgar, I am so glad you spoke up about the framing...Edgar, I am so glad you spoke up about the framing part of our craft...I am like you, I LOVE an old repurposed frame..And, when I can, I do my own framing.. I have had many things custom framed but that is usually because I could not find a suitable ready made frame.. NO ONE should ever make nasty comments about either way of having our stitched pieces framed. Like you and most others out there, I feel it is a personal preference and should not be critizied. And, my momma, like your momma, raised me to know that if you don't have something good to say, then you should keep it to yourself.. There is nothing that will give me a better feeling than when I score finding a beautiful frame that I know I can use on an already stitched project...You know my terf...from Raleigh down to me in Pinehurst all the way to the eastern coast, there are small towns full of thrift stores, yard sales, barns and the likes full of those diamonds in the rough... Plus, knowing the money I saved makes me all the more ready to spend it on more stitching supplies!! Thanks again for all you do to inspire and keep the positivity in our craft alive!! Take care, FayeFayehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08709513026421038570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-87165864743508675602011-02-04T18:04:04.680-08:002011-02-04T18:04:04.680-08:00Edgar,
Let me tell you. I feel the same way abou...Edgar,<br /><br />Let me tell you. I feel the same way about framing pieces. I like using frames from thrift/antique shops. I would rather spend less $$ and do it myself and if I am happy with it then I feel I have done a good job. Plus re-used frames have such character. As for nasty comments--some people are just not happy unless they are complaining. Keep Stitching and framing:)Mama Joanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15248886006200807926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-21355984001600533442011-02-04T17:32:10.125-08:002011-02-04T17:32:10.125-08:00While I love the shineyness of a new frame, someti...While I love the shineyness of a new frame, sometimes the best frames are ones that are "recycled". I'm constantly on the lookout for frames whenever I head to an estate sale. I've found some beautiful frames at dirt cheap prices. Those frames tend to have the character that you can't always find in something new. <br /><br />As for the nay sayers......phoey on them!Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13312123939711920259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-84073867883354432752011-02-04T16:41:26.688-08:002011-02-04T16:41:26.688-08:00Ah..there are as many opinions on framing as there...Ah..there are as many opinions on framing as there are people, and I think some people say hateful things to make themselves feel superior, don't you?<br />I love that bowl that those cherries are in! Is it Mason Cash? Do you need my address so you can send it along? You know..when you send that red plate to Paulette's house? You can just send that here..I'll make sure she gets it. :) Have a GREAT weekend, Edgar, and I hope you get lots of stitching done..in between loads of laundry.Littlebithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00641467936312799152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-92029677501480871312011-02-04T16:18:32.918-08:002011-02-04T16:18:32.918-08:00Hi Edgar! I read your blog faithfully, but since I...Hi Edgar! I read your blog faithfully, but since I use Google Reader, I don't comment often. I just had to say that I agree with you 1000% about encouraging and supporting other stitchers rather than being mean and nasty, no matter how it's covered over. I've left several stitching lists and message boards over the years because I don't care to deal with that sort of attitude, whether it's on finishing or stitching.<br /><br />One of the best things that I ever read about stitching came way back on the old AOL boards.. the only rule about stitching is that the thread goes through the needle, and the needle goes through the fabric.. although once I learned about couching, I also realized that's not always completely true either! <br /><br />In any case.. thank you for sharing your bit of the world, your views on movies and your stitching and finishing with us.. it certainly makes the world a bit brighter!<br /><br />Paula HPaula Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15487798508502906083noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-47426743695277089872011-02-04T15:29:52.750-08:002011-02-04T15:29:52.750-08:00Life is way too short to be nasty! Even if it is c...Life is way too short to be nasty! Even if it is cloaked in "nice" words. I think you have the right idea! Stitching should be fun and relaxing not a competition! I have made hobbies into"work" in the past and vow not to do that with my stitching. I love the things you do so just keep up the good work and especially all the very kind comments!Barbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16292519625560497199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-47435157959947761762011-02-04T15:17:59.496-08:002011-02-04T15:17:59.496-08:00Edgar, I couldn't have said it better. Shame o...Edgar, I couldn't have said it better. Shame on those that were negative. I can frame myself and do frequently when something doesn't have a border. I don't have a straight eye and the sides are always off. So those pieces go to the framer. The rest I do myself. I love the old frames that you find. They add to the pieces.Deborahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04642289530639135099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-60672257621028446242011-02-04T13:44:17.328-08:002011-02-04T13:44:17.328-08:00Edgar, you are so right about the nastiness of peo...Edgar, you are so right about the nastiness of people. I quit visiting almost all of the BBs I used to frequent because of it. It seems the bloggers are a friendlier group.<br /><br />I absolutly love cherries, and have never seen Chilean cherries. I'm hoping since you've found them in northern Cali I can find them here in southern Cali.<br /><br />Have a great stitchy weekend. <br /><br />Oh, and I'm enjoying your momma bird pictures and hope she and babies are doing okay.Terrihttp://thisisterri.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-10816580043118937592011-02-04T13:33:18.532-08:002011-02-04T13:33:18.532-08:00I'm a bit of a "miserly framer" myse...I'm a bit of a "miserly framer" myself, so I guess I would be one to get some of the nasty comments. But a Genetic Miser can never change. Love those little drink packs. They kind of remind me of those sugar-filled straws that EVERY KID BUT ME was allowed to have in the 70's. I go for the Kroger brand Green Tea or Pink Lemonaide in the sugar-free variety.Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10949966372643951079noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-72578991962217507182011-02-04T13:09:34.419-08:002011-02-04T13:09:34.419-08:00First, the cherries look wonderful and I am so gla...First, the cherries look wonderful and I am so glad you found your Peach Tea.<br /><br />Now, I am so glad when you get on the band wagon about stupid things people say and do.<br /><br />Know this - "there is no excuse for stupid"<br /><br />Have a great weekend.Robertahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12032887292186349840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-20794380535842577482011-02-04T12:56:45.613-08:002011-02-04T12:56:45.613-08:00Interesting post Edgar. I'm very particular ab...Interesting post Edgar. I'm very particular about my framing and I only take it to a few places I trust because I've had not-so-good experiences elsewhere. I will attempt smaller pieces myself to save money sometimes but while I'm still working and can afford it I do get a lot done professionally.(I also hate doing the mounting) In my opinion the 'big box' craft stores jack up their prices then offer those coupons so you think you're getting a great deal. The 'coupon price" seems to be mostly the norm now. Frankly it's a personal choice and I can't imagine criticizing what someone else chooses to do with their own needlework! Someday when I'm retired maybe I'll do more of it myself but I'm hard put just to find time to stitch the piece LOL.Jeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05377306162699247372noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-38847960664755683212011-02-04T12:55:52.374-08:002011-02-04T12:55:52.374-08:00Oh, good grief...(sounds of grunting and huffing a...Oh, good grief...(sounds of grunting and huffing and puffing as a rather portly yet loveable spinster tugs on her nun's costume)...<br /><br />Attention, all of the peoples out there who feel it necessary to open their pie holes and spew forth nasty or negative comments regarding any aspect of this thing of ours...<br /><br />Mind your business and sit up straight, or I'm going to come over there and knock some heads together.<br /><br />Love,<br />Sister Mary Stitchy Etiquette<br /><br />P.S. Why can't we all just get along?<br /><br />P.P.S. Bravo, Master Edgar for stating things so freakin' eloquently...this is a hobby that is supposed to bring us joy and peace and te kindness of fellow stitchers. Why in the name of all that is stitchy would somebody feel compelled to have something negative to say about FRAMING, of all things?!<br /><br />This is why there will never be peace in the Middle East. All the great minds of our generation are stuck kvetching about framing.<br /><br />Oey.Conihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04019863597169674976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-4170461291792765922011-02-04T12:07:11.596-08:002011-02-04T12:07:11.596-08:00I do hope you find some fabulous bargins at thte s...I do hope you find some fabulous bargins at thte sales this weekend. I always enjoy seeing what neat things you come home with. <br />As to the framing debate. I too try to frame things myself because I simply cannot afford the big bucks. Even with a coupon. And my feeling is that if you don't like it than tough. :) I try not to get involved in "those " kinds of debates. Life's too short and all that. I'll read what other say and do what I think is best for me.<br />Have a great weekend.Kathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05713788292722336096noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-64639502000230624852011-02-04T11:55:48.490-08:002011-02-04T11:55:48.490-08:00Edgar, don't feel guilty about those cherries!...Edgar, don't feel guilty about those cherries! As far as treats go, it has to be cheaper and better for you than a raft of other things I can think of. <br /><br />I am also addicted to flavored water packets, so much better for you than soda! Keep on drinking!<br /><br />I must agree with you on the framing issue. There are so many ways of doing things out there that it is mean spirited and impertinent to assume there is one right way. Disagree? Fine. But be civil. <br /><br />Hugs for you, cause it sounds like you could use one. I hope you have some nice weekend adventures!Alicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09013741487850845405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-86089484849561303402011-02-04T10:50:42.097-08:002011-02-04T10:50:42.097-08:00I went to a large antique mall last weekend and pa...I went to a large antique mall last weekend and paid attention to the transfer ware. Since it is not my taste, I hadn't really looked at it before. This place is absolutely huge and I did not find one piece of that one with the anchors that you like so well. It must be rare here also because this place has everyting with all prices. <br /><br />I did pick up a couple of things most spectacularly a cut glass pickle dish with a little round finger handle. I love clear cut glass.<br /><br />Good luck in you estate sales this weekend.<br /><br />Mary in TNAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-41766359677346544422011-02-04T10:40:54.010-08:002011-02-04T10:40:54.010-08:00I'm pretty divided on the issue of framing. I ...I'm pretty divided on the issue of framing. I interned for a framer at one time in H.S. and also took my post-secondary ed in the Design and the graphic arts, so I have a different level of expectation on framing. To date, I've not framed any stitching in any way other than the tiny small in an ikea frame on my blog right now. lol!<br /><br />I'm way more likely to spend on things like acid-free mats and museum glass than an expensive molding, however. <br /><br />I'm also trying to work from a belief that just because you are saying a negative doesn't mean you can't be nice. There has to be (I so hope) a way to say, "I wouldn't do x with my framing b/c of Y consideration, and I want to share this with you to make sure that you're aware of Y before you continue doing X." without it being mean. I think it's all about the spirit of the person. <br /><br />I have met some of the most shockingly nice (mostly online) and conversely some of the most shockingly mean (mostly irl) people in the stitching world. I guess it's a yin-and-yang thing. <br /><br />I think that a person should do what they can to enjoy their stitching, and if your great joy is actually disparaging the work of others, well, there's counseling for that! <br /><br />I also love peach tea, though I *try* to stay away from mixes and packaged things lately!<br /><br />P.S. I made your Rum Cake with a ginger liqueur and it was divine!Berithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02270446862298837353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-43438791189046282452011-02-04T10:16:01.793-08:002011-02-04T10:16:01.793-08:00It was because of you that I started finding frame...It was because of you that I started finding frames at Goodwill, thrift stores and the likes. And because of you some of my pieces are now framed and displayed on the walls of my house - instead of languishing in a drawer where they had been for years. One of them I paid a whoppin 25 centrs for and it is PERFECT for the piece!!!!! I'm glad you inspired me . . . and I don't care what the framing purists would say about my framing - I'm enjoying it and that's what matters! :-)Melodeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00135031465335210839noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-74092807472400908442011-02-04T10:01:14.984-08:002011-02-04T10:01:14.984-08:00I also feel a day is incomplete/wasted without a l...I also feel a day is incomplete/wasted without a little stitchy time.<br /><br />I agree with you about comments - I like to see blogs and forums to share my passions, and learn from others. We all have our own opinions and standards, but keep those to yourself!! I'm lucky in that I've always found the online stitching community to be a friendsly bunch.<br /><br />Enjoy those fabulous looking cherries, guilt free... after all, SOMEONE had to eat - it would be far worse if they ended up at landfill!Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11768594893603287483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6479870152494411695.post-20579156340403556602011-02-04T09:48:30.029-08:002011-02-04T09:48:30.029-08:00I saw that post and participated in that exchange....I saw that post and participated in that exchange. You are proof that one does not have to be a professional framer to be a good framer. Because of people like you, I am getting closer to attempting to frame more of my own things again. That person was silly.<br /><br />This is the time of year when fresh fruit is so tempting. I have succombed to the allure of blueberries this year. We need something to get us through the months of apple.Rachel S-Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09107389853919180602noreply@blogger.com