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(Fancy some vintage FQ’s? a reusable grocery bag? a crayon wallet? there’s still time to enter my giveaway go here now) All those vintage sheets and pillowcases have been piling up and slowly amongst other things I’ve been doing things … Read More »
So, after yesterdays teaser post Sue did receive the book and now I’ll share it with you: A penguin is a new applique for me, and I love it. Another new one: train, I think this is my favourite applique … Read More »
Our gorgeous little boy turned 2 last week! It really doesn’t seem that long since he looked like this: I got the cushion cover finished in time without a problem – I do love an invisible zip! He seemed quite … Read More »
You may remember last week I mentioned that our little boy is about to celebrate his 2nd birthday and I was asking for inspiration for something to sew. I have a lovely new book called ‘Sewing for Boys’ but not … Read More »
This weeks inspiration and joy comes from this little man here: He loves fruit, especially ‘affles’ he eats all except the stalk. I’ve recently had to move the fruit bowls as he has learnt to push and pull a chair … Read More »
So, last week I wrote that I was feeling stuck, thankfully things have improved since then and I’ve got a bit of sewing done, it’s not ready to ‘show and tell’ just yet. I wonder why I was stuck,there is … Read More »
Tobi has been on holiday from work this past week so we’ve had lots of quality family time and a few strops and rows (that, I promise was the children!) and little time for sewing or blogging; for this I … Read More »
So here are some pictures of this weeks creations: This is for Bethan – she chose the fabrics. No surprises this is for Leah and she chose the fabrics which match her drawstring backpack. And these are for sale/gifts I … Read More »
Wow 2 posts in one day – not such a tiring day! You may have seen earlier the lovely Vintage Doll kits that Donna Flower so kindly sent to the girls, well today they decided that they would like to … Read More »
Today I had a real need to sew, I’ve had a little idea swirling around in my head this week but I’ve been busy with other things so it had to wait. It centred around applique but not the usual … Read More »