So yesterday ended with compounded aggro and upset; my computer is on the blink again, sadly some undeserving people are on the blink too and a bit of school trip wrangling had been chucked in for good measure. Anyhow I thought today would be better!
After more fun and games at school, I got on with prepping some EPP, all ready for a day sitting in the sun...
... and it was cloudy ALL day! Still I suppose I am now prepared for when it is needed. Every cloud and all that!
So I thought I would jump into my Patchwork Please! and make the lovely Retro Pencil Case as I was stuck indoors.
Only I just raced ahead, in my merry way, thought I'd spotted a cutting typo, kept going and then realised too late that there was no typo and I was just an utter berk!
The mood I was then in, I figured the little hand stitching was likely to end in tears, so opted for machining contrasting thread, and then utterly hated it! This is the pre-unpicked panel...
I did not paper piece the main pencil panel, and then went ahead and did not use the template for joining the pencil ends - so both panels have ended up wider than they should. I have looked at it for so long that I see nothing but faults now. Poop.
Well I have proceeded to unpick, re-cut and soldiered on, but more of that when I have calmed down a bit, promise.
So back to the laptop horrors - I will be checking my emails on my iPad or hubby's computer, but via webmail, which I totally hate. Using Mail seems to send my MacBook into a spin, so I will not be replying for a bit; if I spot anything more urgent than comments, I will try to get back to you. Also I will be reading blogposts, but likewise not commenting much, sorry chaps. I am pre-writing a couple of posts now, whilst the going is good.
I am hoping everything will be resolved by the weekend, for now, I think an evening of mindless TV, and endless cups of tea is in order xxx
OOOh you need a stiff drink misses xx
ReplyDeleteThe pencil case will be lovely - regardless of its lack of cooperation. :-)
ReplyDeleteHugs for your technical woes and your people on the blink. Enjoy the mindless tv and tea - you deserve a recharge.
Boo to cloudy days and cutting errors and lap top silliness - hope tomorrow is a better day :)
ReplyDeleteChill, deep breathe and have a drink (alcoholic). Di x
ReplyDeleteoh boo hiss!! Love your pencils though :)
ReplyDeleteYour pencils look fabby, no ones going to notice any size difference. Hope the issues get sorted... and that you get some much needed sun time soon. x
ReplyDeleteYour pencil case is going to look fabulous, as are your Rose Star blocks, once the sun deigns to put in an appearance! Hope your computer gets better soon x
ReplyDeleteP.S. Endless cups of tea? Don't forget the chocolate/cake/biscuits!
P.P.S. Don't reply!
argh computers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (also, don't reply!)
ReplyDeleteI love how your pencil case is looking but always annoying if you can see faults. Sorry you've had a crappy day - when I have days like that I wish I could zip myself up into a bubble with a cup of tea and not worry about the world around me. Hope tomorrow's a better day x
ReplyDeleteAlcohol required, I've already started on the vino, and i feel more smooshie round the edges! :o)
ReplyDeleteBuggering computers! x
ReplyDeleteBasically you had a day like mine. Should have been together eating chocolate and putting the world to rights instead!
ReplyDeleteBoo on computers--great when they work, awful and frustrating when they don't. Your pencils are super cute. And open up the bottle of wine.
ReplyDeleteRose star+ pink and yellow fabric= happy ( to me!) I hope it all gets better soon.... Do not reply... Mrs S
ReplyDeleteGrrr spit, there is a positive though... Lots of additional stitching or family time, however you spend it, enjoy.x
ReplyDeleteFunny enough I've been piecing the same epp block tonight for my class next week...hope your silly MacBook bucks its ideas up soon and starts working properly! X
ReplyDeleteYou're turning into a complete perfectionist! I really like your pencils! Jxo
ReplyDeleteYour pencils look really lovely!
ReplyDeleteI think it was fine, but I know you want perfection and usually achieve it. I hope your computer is better soon and that the sun shines and all that.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the pencil case! Those fabrics are wonderful and so appropriate. I to had an "un-sew" week last week. It really plays with ones mind. ; (
ReplyDeleteknowing that you are reading but not responding I will just say, oh crap, along with you. Sorry things are a bit crap right now.
ReplyDeleteOh no, not again!! :( But great pencil panel!! Despite the hassles!
ReplyDeleteYOur computer fairy is not looking after you is she? Lovley pencil case though - you're too hard on yourslef!
ReplyDeleteOh dear...you sound so like me :) I hope all goes well with the laptop. But I think this pencil panel looks just fine, Dianne is right you are too hard on yourself x
ReplyDeleteI think it's cute nevertheless, I'll have to treat myself to this book on payday!
ReplyDeleteI like the pencil panel and would keep going. Of course, I don't have the instructions to see what is bothering you. Other commenters are right - you are too hard on yourself.
ReplyDeleteYour pencil case looks just perfect to me. Computers are such a pain aren't they
ReplyDeleteI think your pencil case panel looks great, don't be so hard on yourself, here's hoping for a better day tomorrow :o)
ReplyDeleteWere you and Susan hanging out together yesterday? Think both of your machines need a time out!
ReplyDeleteGrrr!
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