This week I got a lovely surprise in the mail from Mel and James from Day to Day for the Children's Sewing Kit swap. I received this great book "A is for Apron".These cute little buttons, floss and ribbons.And these fantastic pieces of fabric (love … [Read more...]
In The Kitchen……
Most of my free time will be spent in the kitchen over the two weeks. Some of my recipes are going to feature in a cookbook to be published in a few months time, and I need to perfect them and get them ready for styling and photographing. It is very … [Read more...]
Sweet Smelling Soap
During the school holidays, I made some soap after seeing the ones made by Day to Day. It was a simple recipe and smells really nice. After making it, I let it harden for a few days. Today I wrapped it up with tissue and some ribbon. I finished … [Read more...]
Things That Make Me Smile…..
I returned to work this week, the kids returned to school, and my husband returned from a business trip! It is always a struggle getting back into a routine after a relaxing break, especially with the cold mornings we have been having lately! My … [Read more...]
Covered Tape Measure Tutorial
I had a number of lovely comments about the Covered Tape Measure that I made for Carla as part of Linda's Pincushion Swap. So I have whipped up a couple more and made a tutorial for those that are interested! They are quick and easy, and a great way … [Read more...]
Great Mail Day
Sarah and I had the best mail day ever yesterday when we received a lovely package from Rachael of Rachael Rabbit as part of the Cupcake and Tea Swap. Rachael knows that Sarah and I love to bake and are cupcake aficionado’s so made us the perfect … [Read more...]
Swaps and More
Sarah and I have been having fun with swaps over the past few weeks. Our lovely swap partner, Carla, has received our pincushions now so we are able to post some pictures. As we are a team, Sarah and I both made a pincushion for Carla. This is the … [Read more...]
Funky Craft and More Baking
This week I have made some funky CD mobiles. They look really effective!This is how I made them: I first placed a CD top side up. Then placed some monofilament thread (or fishing line would work just as well) down the middle and put some glue on the … [Read more...]
Holiday Sewing
The school holidays have got off to a great start with lots of sleeping in, movies, and catching up with friends. Sarah and I have also had some time to enjoy our new creative space.I have made myself a denim apron, embellished with some simple … [Read more...]
Brownies and Blondies
This week I have been doing some baking. My slices turned out really well so I thought I would share the recipes.Choc-Caramel BrowniesMakes 12-20175g butter, chopped200g dark chocolate, chopped1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed3 eggs, lightly beaten1 … [Read more...]
Changing Rooms….
The room, previously known as our guest room, has been transformed from this…….To this! It is complete with lots of lovely storage (thanks to DH for his Ikea assembly!)Room to display some treasured vintage patternsA work station for me ……………..And … [Read more...]
Some Great Tutorials
Thank you to everyone for their get well wishes – I am pleased to say that the whole family is now fighting fit once again! School holidays start this weekend so we are pleased to be over our flu/colds.I had a trip to Ikea this morning and stocked up … [Read more...]
