sometimes when i am confused i take a more traditional approach to stitching, (yes-i am always stitching) but eventually i take it a bit off course. i used a hoop for this one and i am sewing on a single layer of fabric. i really don't like the hoop. and i really think i will go back to always having a second lightweight foundation. 2 layers have more body. and there seem to be more of a conversation going on between the elements. more stable too, no hoop.
....i will again take a few days off, and i will be back in the "game" after the weekend.