Monday, August 24, 2009

~~ Totally Useless SAL ~~

Hi everyone....I joined the Totally Useless SAL. The idea behind this SAL is so fun! All you do is keep all your little bits and pieces of your stitching thread from projects you are working on...instead of tossing it, save it . These little pieces are called ORTS...... Find a fun little container, dish, jelly jar, vase, whatever strikes your fancy and put your threads in it. Here is my Ort container...I've been collecting these little threads for about a week or so...this should be a new collection. Each month, when there is the new moon it's time to show your Orts......for more information visit Yoyo and sign up. Hugs, Linda


Note....SAL means ....stitch a long....a group working on the same project

Ort......the dictionary says an ort is a small fragment or morsel left behind
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16 comments:

  1. Rose of SharonAugust 24, 2009 at 1:15 PM

    I like how they look in that jar. I do have two questions though, what does SAL mean and what does ORTS stand for? It's a cute idea. :0)

    Hugs, Sharon

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  2. LindaAugust 24, 2009 at 1:33 PM

    Sharon was wondering what SAL means and what Orts stood for ----

    SAL means stitch a long....a group doing the same project

    Ort.... the dictionary says an ort is a small morsel or a fragment left behind

    Hugs, Linda:)

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  3. AnonymousAugust 24, 2009 at 1:56 PM

    A unique idea and so pretty in the glass container.

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  4. Victoria - Florence and MaryAugust 24, 2009 at 2:50 PM

    What a fun idea!

    Victoria xx

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  5. HeidiAugust 25, 2009 at 7:02 AM

    I collect my orts in a pretty hand painted glass I bought when we lived in Sweden.

    I love the Elm Creek Quilts books too. Beware about reading The Master Quilter! It is what got me started on making Sylvia's Bridal Quilt. :-)

    Hugs ~
    Heidi

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  6. AnonymousAugust 25, 2009 at 8:34 AM

    They do accumulate in a hurry, don't they. I finished my piece I was working on. I'm going to try and get it to the framers this week.
    Are all the members of your group friends who live nearby or online friends?
    Mama Bear

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  7. MichelleAugust 25, 2009 at 4:21 PM

    Cute container for your threads.. enjoy!

    Michelle

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  8. JackieAugust 25, 2009 at 6:31 PM

    Cute idea, and the little jar looks quite decorative with all those colours in it.

    God bless.

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  9. NancyAugust 26, 2009 at 12:27 PM

    You already have quite a collection going on. It will be fun to see how many different jars you store them in.
    Nancy

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  10. blushing roseAugust 26, 2009 at 4:28 PM

    Now who would have thought ... clever idea.

    TY for popping over. Gail is a wonderful designer, isn't she.

    Have a great eve. TTFN ~Marydon

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  11. roseroomnz.comAugust 26, 2009 at 11:11 PM

    what a great idea, I have had plenty of Orts in the last week I could have saved! Rachaelxo

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  12. roseroomnz.comAugust 26, 2009 at 11:12 PM

    what a great idea, I have had plenty of Orts in the last week I could have saved! Rachaelxoi

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  13. AnonymousAugust 27, 2009 at 2:03 PM

    I bought a little jar today to use for my Orts.
    Mama Bear

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  14. AnonymousAugust 28, 2009 at 6:48 AM

    I am glad you explained SAL because I never would have guessed it. And boy did you inspire me. I am going to keep a jar by my machine to hold all the tiny useless bits of thread. Wish I had done that years ago! :)

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  15. Attic ClutterSeptember 4, 2009 at 10:12 AM

    Hi Linda..
    Oh cute post(:) I have some of those heart measuring spoon too.. they are so cute..
    Yup the grandkids are growing like weeds..
    I am pooped to day I had them overnight.. and they keep us a hopping.. hugs, Patty

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  16. KathiSeptember 10, 2009 at 5:06 AM

    I love that cute little jar Linda. What a fun idea. Have a wonderful day at the beach.

    Kathi

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