Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Latest finish

Here's a photo of the front of my latest exchange piece.  I'll keep the back a secret until my partner receives it since her initials are on the back.  The design is from the Needle's Content's Primitive Floss Tag series from last year.  I do like this series very much and have stitched one for myself and a couple for exchanges.
I used a 28ct fabric and overdyed threads.  I'm sure the threads were GAST's, but tell you the truth, it's been a while since I stitched it and I don't remember for sure.

Never in a million years would I have believed I'd be doing a dance class, but I am.  Last night was the first class of Zumba at the local Y.  It is a great cardio workout.  All sizes, shape and ages were present.  I do think my friend and I were the oldest ones there, but that's ok.  We kept up with the youngsters just fine.  My back is a little sore and my shoulders a bit stiff and that's the only negative I feel this morn. It burns calories, which I need.  BTW, my WW'ers weight in last week had me at 42.2 pounds gone.  I'll have a gain this week because my loss last week wasn't all from being on program.  I had to fast for a couple of medical tests...so I'm ok with the gain. 

Time for a bite to eat and then a little stitching before I start my day.  Hope you have a great one too.

15 comments:

Kathy A. said...

Oh, congrats on all your changes Becky. 42 pounds - that's wonderful!! What a great accomplishment!
and a Zumba class - I have heard about this! It seems all the rage now. You are doing all the right things. Way to go.

Vonna Pfeiffer said...

A lovely tag you've stitched and made there Becky! But the biggest WAHOO goes out to you on your Zumba class and Weight Loss WOW!!! Way to go girl!!!

Cindy's Stitching said...

Nice finish. Congrats on the weight loss that is a lot. Good for you for taking a dance class. Keep moving is the key.

Cathy B said...

Congratulations on your weight loss Becky - keep it up! I've been doing WW since March too and have lost about 33 pounds. Have had trouble sticking to it this summer - need to get back on track!

Cute floss tag holder!

Daffycat said...

Awww this floss tag is so darling! I love that fat peacock!

Congratulations on the weight loss ~ that is incredible! I've heard from girlfriends that Zumba is really fun to do.

I hope the test results are all in the clear! *hugs*

Natasha said...

What a beautiful floss tag Becky and a big WooHoo on your new dance class, Zumba looks fun and WTG on your lbs lost. Keep up the good work girl both stitching and heatlhwise :)

Denise said...

Wow, Becky! Congrats on all those vanishing pounds! Have you been
shopping for a new wardrobe yet?!

The dance class sounds like fun!
That's just what I need.

I really liked the floss tag. I like all the different motifs.

Any bus trips in the near future?

Brigitte said...

That's a nice little tag, Becky. I also love this tag series by The Needle's Content, she has some lovely motives on them.
Congratulations on your weight loss!

Mary said...

Great floss tag! Also, that's awesome about the weight loss!

Blu said...

Very pretty tag.
Congrats on the vanishing pounds!

Lisa S said...

Thank you so VERY much for this beautiful floss tag Becky!!! I LOVE it!!!! Now you can show the back LOL
It is even more precious in person and I will treasure it always :)

Congratulations on your weight loss!! That is fantastic!

Hugs

Sonda said...

I discovered Zumba a couple months ago and it IS a workout. My hips haven't swung that much in years! LOL. Lovely little piece you've stitched up; I'm sure its new owner will love it.

Berit said...

Pretty finish and great good-news post! I wonder if I should check out some Zumba at the Y; I do keep hearing about it!

mainely stitching said...

I love this series, too. :D Your finish is so lovely.

Marie said...

Love the floss tag!
Wow, 40+ LBS that's great...I would be happy with 4! :)
Zumba, my neighbor loves that; I should give it a try...but I can't dance!

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