I've decided to skip ahead with my Corinne Lapierre Advent Calendar to Day 20, missing out about 6 days. I wanted to see if I could complete the Christmas mini-scene in time for Christmas Day...
So this is what I did this evening. I don't mind the fireplace being a bit crooked, but I don't think I'm going to be able to live with that settee being nearly on its side! I think I shall attack it with scissors tomorrow morning and try again!
There's a lot to add to this scene; about fifteen pieces to cut out and sew, and a fair bit of embroidery as well; plenty to occupy me over the next couple of days.
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22 December – O Rex Gentium
O King of the nations, and their desire,
the cornerstone making both one:
Come and save the human race,
which you fashioned from clay. cf Isaiah 28.16; Ephesians 2.14
These prayers seem as relevant today as they were all those centuries ago
I remember getting a little panicked about finishing mine in time last year!! But the final piece was worth the stress
ReplyDeleteI'm not getting panicked.... I've decided I'm not going to try and finish in time for any particular date!
DeleteIt's really coming together. Definitely worth taking your time and redoing a piece if it really bothers you.
ReplyDeleteLooking at it again this morning I'm thinking it might be OK... I'll wait until after my second coffee to decide!
DeleteAnother short but beautiful prayer. GM
ReplyDeleteThese antiphons are so perfect. Like the old-fashioned prayer book collects.
DeleteI am sewing the Advent Calendar too, a gift from my husband. I have enjoyed doing this apart from cutting and sewing the tiny parts😁. I hope to do a bit more today so that I can take it with me to my son's and show him.
ReplyDeleteI love seeing the projects you and Ang make, such talented ladies. I hope you have a lovely Christmas and a Happy New Year
Thank you!
DeleteIf you've been keeping to the schedule in the book I applaud you... at least I am so far behind I'm not blogging spoilers when I photograph my efforts 🙂
It's lovely! I agree about the relevance of that prayer!x
ReplyDeleteAll encouragement gratefully received!
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