Apologies.
Posted on April 26, 2011 | 3 Comments
Sorry that I have not replied or listed comments. A Telstra cable in the area has been damaged and we are told it will not be repaired for at least a week. No landline. No internet! I have had to resort to sitting in Maccas just to have a quick catch up. I will be back on deck as soon as repairs are made. Thanks.
A Few More Rabbits.
Posted on April 23, 2011 | 2 Comments
We all know that rabbits multiply easily so it should be of no surprise that there are more of them here.
This one is still a favourite from the Easter copy of Homespun from last year.
More playing with felt. These are made with a free pattern from Purl Bee.
…………… Easter Bunny can’t be far away!
Playing With Eggs.
Posted on April 22, 2011 | 4 Comments
Just playing with felt to make a few eggs……. and thinking of Easter.
Dressed And Ready To Go!
Posted on April 21, 2011 | 6 Comments
These little bunnies now have their outfits and are ready to go to the picnic that has been organised by Melody at The House On The Side Of The Hill. They are hoping there will be an Easter Egg hunt and few games to play in the sunshine. You can visit Melody to see who is there, too. Wonder if the real Easter Bunny will join us?
Christmas Trio.
Posted on April 19, 2011 | 6 Comments
I like the idea of trying to do Christmas projects early in the year so there isn’t a mad rush at the end. But, like many others, this plan does not always work. This little embroidery was started last year but never quite made it in time for December 25. So if I finish it now, I can aim for next Christmas instead.
I have to make a decision as to finishing it. Do I frame it or turn it into a wall hanging?? Both would work!
Making Spirits Bright by Natalie Bird of The Birdhouse.
Raggedy Friends.
Posted on April 16, 2011 | 6 Comments
I am still trying to catch up and finish bits and pieces. When I sorted the last few tubs into my IKEA shelves I did find a couple more stitched items ready for just a finishing touch. There are very few tubs left to unpack now so hopefully I have found just about everything left to do. Hmmm ….. I know I don’t sound totally convincing. It’s just that you can never remember where absolutely everything has been stored!
This stitchery is called Raggedy Friends and is from Plum Creek Collectibles. I have found a frame to suit it made out of old fence timber. It needs a paint and then will be ready to use. Hopefully I can add it to the wall with the other recently framed embroideries.
Pinks and Blues.
Posted on April 15, 2011 | 2 Comments
This was an easy quilt to make. I simply used several charm packs and a little bit of pink for the skinny inside border. I have had the fabric for a while and can’t remember the name.
I like the colours and designs in the fabrics. They have a fresh Spring feel to them.
And a close up of the back and the quilting – simple meandering.
I am planning on enjoying the day at The Australasian Quilt Show at the Royal Exhibition Buildings in Carlton, Melbourne.
Bare Bunnies.
Posted on April 14, 2011 | 8 Comments
With Easter fast approaching I have selected these bunnies to join the picnic at The House On The Side Of The Hill today. I am hoping to have them dressed by the time Easter comes so they can join their cousin, the Easter Bunny. Maybe overalls or ……..?
I have unashamedly photographed them on my Pink Snowball quilt. Thank you for all the lovely comments on my previous post regarding its publication in Handmade Magazine.
We may have to take umbrellas to the picnic, unless the drizzle disappears soon. Wait, there may be a little peek of sunshine. See you there!
Great Excitement!!!!
Posted on April 10, 2011 | 17 Comments
Ed: Linking to A Beach Cottage – Good Life Wednesday.
Just over a week ago I received my advance copy of Handmade Magazine. This was because I have had a quilt published in it. First time, ever!
I was excited to just have a quilt in the magazine but when it arrived I was even more excited as it was included on the front cover!!
My quilt was included as part of the Mother’s Day feature. I am delighted with the layout inside the magazine.
As if that wasn’t enough, I saw it on the magazine stands at the airport as we were leaving to fly to Sydney.
This was a quilt that I had made last year. I had used a combination of pink fabrics from Sewing Connection, in Pakenham, to make a snowball quilt. I had also attended a 2 day workshop with Deborah Louie at the same shop to learn free motion quilting. This was the first quilt I used to experiment with those skills.
I had made it to use as a cover for our grand daughter’s bed when they visited earlier this year.
I had no plans for this quilt to be published but was encouraged by a good friend, Cheryl Billing Smith, to do so. Cheryl also has a quilt she has designed in this issue of the magazine.
I have since attended another Deb Louie workshop and am looking forward to developing more skills with free motion quilting.
I really like the way the back looks, too.
A close up of the flowers in each snowball.
And the pebbles in the border.
Thank you for indulging my excitement for my first, and probably only, publication.
A Short Break.
Posted on April 9, 2011 | 2 Comments
We have had a very hectic month but all of it has been fun. The last four days have been spent playing tourist in Sydney. We have had beautiful weather and have had a wonderful time seeing the sights.
Yes, we did climb the bridge!!! It was amazing and well worth the effort. We had a wonderfully clear day and could see so much from the top.
And of course the Opera House turned up in all the photos, too.
We were able to enjoy the market.
Plenty of time was spent exploring all the little lane ways and discovering great cafes and beautiful buildings in The Rocks area where we stayed.
Now that we are back home I have to get used to the idea that I have to settle back into a normal routine. That is going to be a little hard to take!
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