Project a Month: Jenny Blair Kit progress

My little Jenny Blair Owl Kit is coming along so well! This is indeed a quicker stitch than my last project, and I'm enjoying the increased pace.

As I mentioned last time, I'm stitching this a bit differently from the stitches Jenny specifies - I've used stem stitch on all the branches and leaves, and the "dark" parts of the moon phases...

I used satin stitch on the little owl face as Jenny suggests, and added a chain stitch border using 2 strands of thread.

I forgot to do padded satin stitch on the light portions of the moon phases, but I do plan to try padded satin stitch on the last full moon...

I really love the subtle gradations of blue in this kit...

I think these colors are looking just beautiful together - what do you think?

Can't wait to finish this soon! :)