Sunday, April 7, 2013

Seven Down, Five to Go

How can it be that I have stitched seven of the From Russia with Love eggs? Seems like I just started them. If only all needlepoint projects could be like these eggs - quick and extremely satisfying! Actually I can't think of any of my projects that haven't been satisfying but they certainly aren't as quickly finished as these eggs.


What can I say? Another pretty egg was finished this week. I know there are still five more eggs to come my way but I am already a little sad that this club will be coming to an end soon. I am still eagerly awaiting the arrival of the 4 eggs I sent to The Needle House back in January. I may have to give Nancy a call this week to check on when I might expect them.

Masters week here in Augusta officially starts today. It has been years since I have had a ticket to the tournament but that doesn't mean I don't get caught up in the excitement of the week ahead. I made my trip to both of my favorite grocery stores yesterday to stock up for the week ahead. Both stores are located within a stone's throw of Augusta National and not easily accessed during the coming week. I went to The Fresh Market specifically for their Cheese Straws - an important part of my ritual of watching the tournament on television next weekend. They are sold out! There was a big gaping hole on the shelf where all the boxes of Cheese Straws are supposed to be! The cashier who checked me out said that another delivery truck would be in this afternoon so maybe one more trip to Fresh Market is in store for me. I must keep the ritual alive!

Looks like my stitching for the week while glued to Masters coverage will be the Acorn Cracker in the Golden Cracker Club. Photos to follow next week. Maybe I'll pull the July 4th March out of the closet and give it some attention as well.

Azalea and Dogwood Report - azaleas and dogwoods are in full bloom! Should make for beautiful television next weekend if you tune in to CBS to watch the Masters.

Have a great week ahead!
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  1. PoppystitcherApril 7, 2013 at 9:31 AM

    Let me know if you are successful in your quest for Cheese Straws - if necessary I can overnight some to you from our Fresh Market lol.
    Elizabeth

    PS Your eggs are beautiful! Seven of mine are currently out for finishing. Can't wait to see them!

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    1. MelindaApril 7, 2013 at 2:29 PM

      You are a good friend, Elizabeth, to offer to Overnight some Cheese Straws to me, LOL! Obviously you understand my need to preserve the traditions and rituals of Saturday and Sunday afternoon golf on television!

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  2. VickyApril 7, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    For us non Southerners...what is so special about these Cheese straws? and especially at this time of the year? I too am looking forward to Masters watching!
    Vicky

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    1. MelindaApril 7, 2013 at 2:27 PM

      Hi, Vicky - I don't know why Cheese Straws are so associated with the South, but I'm glad they are! They are appropriate at teas and cocktail parties any time of the year. I would serve them at a cocktail party instead of nuts. They are also appropriate, in my case, for watching the Masters golf tournament on television. They are thin and crispy baked cheddar goodness with just a touch of cayenne pepper. The sharper the cheddar the better. My grandfather used to make them so I suppose that's what got me started on them. The Fresh Market makes two flavors - original Cheddar and White Cheddar Parmesan. There are other companies that make packaged cheese straws but I particularly like those from The Fresh Market. Of course, you can make them, too. But I prefer the store-bought variety. I'll be waving to you from my house during the tournament. I'm only about 2 miles from the course.

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    2. VickyApril 13, 2013 at 11:21 PM

      ooh I remember now that Bam had made some when we had our class there last year and they were sure delicious! I am mesmerized with the young 14 year old and hope he does well! Thanks for the great explaination and enjoy your Masters watching.

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  3. Steph's StitchingApril 7, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    Your eggs are wonderful and can't wait to see the finishing on them. I, too, have been on a small project binge lately. I guess I needed the gratification of finishing something. Good luck on the cheese straw quest!

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  4. JudyApril 7, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    I live in Marietta and Fresh Market is a hop skip and a jump- would be happy to send them to you! Traditions are important and The Masters is loaded with Tradition! Rituals are important too!
    I enjoy your blog!

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    1. MelindaApril 7, 2013 at 2:31 PM

      Hi, Judy - Another good stitching friend who would send me cheese straws! Yes, the Masters is nothing if not tradition! Thanks for reading the blog!

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  5. Denise & LindaApril 7, 2013 at 2:21 PM

    Hi Melinda,
    Another beautiful egg. Hope you get the finished back soon. I wishmicoils help you with the cheese straws but we do not have any Fresh Markets. Enjoy your week.
    Linda

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  6. LisaApril 7, 2013 at 9:52 PM

    Hi Melinda,
    The eggs are beautiful! Every Sunday morning I fix a cup of coffee and wait for your blog to be posted! I've been debating whether to stitch the eggs or not. Like all needlepointers, too many started canvases and too many unfinished! But the smaller size does appeal to me! I love the Fresh Market cheesestraws (cheddar) as well!
    Lisa

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