Things are starting to make sense
The stitches here (Herringbone -, Blanket -, English -, and Pad stitch) are made a little bit hastily. But they were fun. While making these test stitches, certain things started making sense and things clicked in my brain.
So with this project being the death rattle of my subscription, I am glad I got them all finished, even if a bit roughly. It's overall made me feel like I've learned a skill, albeit not well enough to use it completely consistently nor confidently yet. But nonetheless, a skill I can use and practice, which is very appreciated.