Cross Stitch ‘Southwestern Blend’ by Dimensions Gold Petite Collection

I just finished stitching this freebie. It’s on 32 ct. white chocolate linen from Wichelt. The color doesn’t come across well though. I am learning that I like Durene’s designs better on 28 ct. linen due to the detailed backstitching. I needed to make a number of adjustments and leave some stitches out because they…
I’ve had intermittent trouble with carpal tunnel in my wrist and fingers since my college theatre days, and now that I’ve started embroidery, it flares up often. I’m not giving up my needlecraft, so I’d appreciate suggestions for … well, anything I can do to reduce the stress. **P.S. Thank you, everyone, for your input….