I am so sorry but I have dropped out of the SAL for the time being. Unfortunately I didn’t let Avis know until yesterday so she will have been unable to let you know in time either.
I am up to my eyes in Christmas cards at the moment and my mojo is still on holiday where Garden Alphabet is concerned. I thought a little break from it may refresh my enthusiasm and it will certainly relieve the stress I am feeling with this at the moment.
I hope to be back with you all after Christmas, and will try and visit some of you to keep up with your stitching in the meantime.
Hugs
Stitchery Nook 
Have a good break, and visit us When you can Helen. Once your have the Christmas cards finished you may want to do nothing but stitch!
LikeLike
Thank you Kathy. I am so silly, but I let myself get stressed when I am getting close to the end. I think I want it finished so much and therefore I start to make myself stitch and it stops being relaxation. I know a little break away from it will help – and maybe if I have time I will finish Daisy – only 3 more corner to do there. But it will be if I need to stitch not I have to stitch and that makes a big difference to me. xx
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hi! An affectionate greeting,Hugs!
Carmela
LikeLike
Thank you Carmela x
LikeLike
Sometimes it’s hard to prioritise but we have to look after ourselves. The SAL can wait. We’ll all be here to cheer you on again when you get back :-).
LikeLike
I am sure you will Avis, its is a lovely group and I feel as though I have achieved so much with the help of everyone here. I do so want to get Garden Alphabet finished so I will be back. xxx
LikeLiked by 1 person
Enjoy your break from it Helen, and I’m sure you will be back when you have time to enjoy it without feeling pressure. xx
LikeLike
Thank you Jenny, will still be following some of you xx
LikeLike
I am totally feeling what your feeling as I have a great plan for Christmas cards this season. Enjoy and happy holidays to you ~ we’ll see you back soon 🙂 Sharon
LikeLike
I’m sorry we won’t be seeing more of the Garden Alphabet for a while but maybe a break is just what you need. Happy Holidays!
LikeLike
Thank you and I shall be watching that humming bird and whatever follows it still xx
LikeLike
Helen we will miss you. Have a wonderful holiday season!
LikeLike
Thank you, I shall still be watching some of you when I can. xx
LikeLike
the SAL will still be going strong when you’re ready to join us all again.
In the meantime, have fun making your cards and remember . . . crafting is supposed to be fun!
LikeLike
Bless you Claire. I think this is something I have to learn to deal with but the closer projects come to being finished the more I feel I must rush and get them done, and then the enjoyment goes. Experience has taught me the best thing is to forget it for a while so its new when I pick it up again xx
LikeLike
Hello Helen. Enjoy your break and do what moves you! Take Care.
LikeLike
Enjoy your stitching break, and good luck finishing up your cards, Helen! We’ll be here when you get back!
LikeLike
I hope you are able to relax and enjoy working on your holiday cards. I look forward to seeing more of your work when you are ready to join us again!
LikeLike