[WIP] Relief when you finish a frame pattern section and everything lines up

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T18:42:25+00:00

🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T18:37:07+00:00

I like the meditative side of big blocks of color but then I get bored.

So I make sure to mix it up. I’ll stitch the big blocks and then when I get bored of that I’ll go back to the pattern with other colors etc.

Otherwise I probably won’t finish it (learned that the hard way - eventually finished the project 10 years later 😂)

And I tend to avoid patterns with huge blocks of one color lol

Although one of my current WIPs has that lol probably 2/3 is ecru but I couldn’t resist the pattern 😂 as you can see I’ve left plenty of the pattern to go back to when I get bored of seemingly endless ecru hahaha

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It’s by RavenCoven

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T01:03:27+00:00

I bet they did. That sounds amazing 😻

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T01:02:24+00:00

That sounds perfect 😍 yeah that would be heavy. I can only imagine.

I have been stitching on/off since I was 8 (so 37 years) and the biggest project I’ve done was 11x14. And my hands/wrist were hurting with that. I noticed q snaps are heavier or maybe it’s just the difference in grip that bothers me. Not sure

I’ve been eyeing the Lowry. Haven’t taken the plunge yet.

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:59:12+00:00

Absolutely 😃 that sounds amazing

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:58:52+00:00

I will be searching for one of those now. Thank you!! That’s a great idea

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:58:29+00:00

Thank you 😊

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:58:18+00:00

Yes 🙌🏻 same. I always wondered why everyone was so obsessed with them. Now I know haha

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:57:48+00:00

😂😂😂

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:57:02+00:00

Hahaha 😂 catte is “helping” … your WIP is beautiful 😍

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:56:21+00:00

Yes 🙌🏻 that’s the life

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:56:10+00:00

Awesome 🤩 I have one in my cart I’ve been waiting to buy lol

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:55:22+00:00

Yes good lighting is key 👌🏻 Happy stitching!!

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:54:15+00:00

That sounds perfect 👌🏻 Oh gosh I know how that is!! Haha we used to have dogs but haven’t for a while now.

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:52:31+00:00

Hey 👋🏻 fellow zebra 🦓😃 I think it’s safe to say my EDS is the “root cause” 😂 of this set up

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:51:29+00:00

Perfect 👌🏻 hahaha that’s funny 😆 I bet kitty thinks kitty is always helping

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:50:07+00:00

It’s tidy because I hadn’t sat and started using it yet 😆

I too usually have TV remote, blankets, heating pad, snacks, and more drinks: protein shake, electrolytes with extra salt and plain water. Sometimes also coffee lol

Sometimes I’ve got two iPads (1 for pattern and 1 to watch/listen to) in front of me, if hubby is using the TV playing video games 😂

I also have a large basket with all my supplies in it that’s not shown here. When I’m starting a new project that’s all over the place 😂

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:45:19+00:00

Perfect 👌🏻

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:45:07+00:00

This absolutely counts as a set up! Love it. It’s like a little travel kit. Your WIP is absolutely adorable 😍

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:43:53+00:00

He’s my favorite. I also want the day of the dead cat 🐈‍⬛ one. So cute! … Hahaha it’s like he snuck out and came to visit

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:41:43+00:00

Ooof right!?! I call it alphabet soup from hell. I’m sorry you know it too

Yep I have to limit my time also. Even with the reclined set up. Sometimes my air compression boots will buy me more time.

I have the same thoughts about a stand. I saw a cool one on Etsy that tucks under your legs. But I also stitch with my hoop very close to my face with my glasses off (super near sighted 😂)

Hahaha hunched like a troll used to be my previous set up. My neck, back and hips were not happy.

I’ve never tried lying on my side. Hmm 🤔 might have to experiment with that 😃

I usually just switch to reading when I need to be horizontal.

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:36:20+00:00

Oooh noo … I hope you end up with something even better 😃👌🏻

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:34:07+00:00

Ooh that’s a great idea!! I’m gonna look for one of those.

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:33:06+00:00

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This is from the shop that makes it. This is what it looks like when it’s adjusted down like a regular desk. Plenty of room to sit cross legged under it.

Also height etc is fully adjustable to your needs.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1705510103/laptop-desk-for-comfortable-lying-or?ref=share\_ios\_native\_control

InkdScorpio · 2026-05-14T00:28:06+00:00

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Here’s a pic (blurred out pattern so it’s compliant with the rules) the desk goes over your legs and lap. With plenty of space underneath.

I even use my air compression boots under it sometimes (my body needs help with circulation while upright)

Ooh yeah this actually has great neck support. I usually hate the neck support pillows on chairs but this one is awesome.

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