One of my favourite childhood toys was a lovely Doll House that my sister and I were given one Christmas. My parents kept it, and all their grandchildren have also enjoyed playing with it over the years. The grandchildren are all past playing with … [Read more...]
Valentine Pot Holder
With three weeks away from my sewing machine, I was starting to get withdrawal symptoms. Yesterday I made up this little Valentines inspired pot holder out of a fat 1/8th of heart fabric I found in my stash. I teamed it with some natural osnaburg.Do … [Read more...]
Book Review: Sew Step by Step
We recently received a review copy of Sew Step by Step by Alison Smith from Penguin and its arrival was perfectly timed. Sarah had her first lesson in Textiles at school this week and will be making a number of projects over the term. She will be … [Read more...]
"Left My Heart in Tokyo" Part 2
Left My Heart in Tokyo has become the theme song for our holiday. We visited different parts of Japan this time round, and spent more time exploring Tokyo (apart from just shopping). We have had some requests for more photos/details of our wonderful … [Read more...]
"Left My Heart in Tokyo"
It is hard to believe that it is February already and school is back in session. My teens are in Years 9 and 12 this year. It is hard to believe that this is my son's last year of school- their school years certainly fly by!We have recently returned … [Read more...]
A Quilt for Sarah
I put the finishing stitches in Sarah's quilt today and I am so pleased with how it turned out. It is my favourite quilt I have made so far - there is something about Bliss fabric that makes me smile every time I look at it. Sarah is thrilled with … [Read more...]
Additions to our Library
All of our extended family know that Sarah loves to cook and anything related to her passion is always the perfect gift. Her library of cook books has grown with Christmas and her recent birthday, and her new books have inspired her to made us a … [Read more...]
Proud to be an Australian
It has been a devastating week for many Australians with the flooding in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria; and the fires in Western Australia. These disasters have had a massive cost in the loss of life, damage to property and loss of … [Read more...]
A Red and White Birthday
Sarah celebrated her 14th birthday this week. To celebrate she invited a few friends to see a movie and have a sleepover. Of course the theme had to be red and white. I tried to stick to the theme with the desserts...White Chocolate Blondies - I … [Read more...]
Felt Confetti Pillow
The Stitch Winter/Spring 2011 Issue will be hitting the news stands in just over a week. I am thrilled to have my Felt Confetti Pillow on the cover. This issue is all about sewing techniques and you can read a preview here.I haven't seen the … [Read more...]
Capricorns
Hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas - it is certainly my favourite time of year. Sadly the decorations are all packed away now for another year. It is funny, but as soon as Christmas is over, I am usually energised to pack everything away and … [Read more...]
Twas the Day before Christmas……
... and all through the house there was an air of excitement and anticipation as we put the finishing touches to our Christmas preparations.The Christmas table has been set....Decorated cookie ornaments have been packaged up....Gifts have been … [Read more...]
