I have made a few fabric purchases lately. I love the new Cake Rock Beach range by Joelle Hoverson. I bought some here (I was impressed with the speedy service – less than a week from USA to Australia) in lovely brown, earthy tones. Perfect for some new cushions. (because you can never have too many!)
I also purchased some lovely spots…. ‘cos you can never have enough dotty prints.
I made a trip to my local quilting shop yesterday and came home with these for a project that I am working on….
I made up a Coloured Pencil Roll today using some bright cheerful fabric from IKEA.
Now on to the tag. We were tagged by the lovely Kellie from Don’t Look Now. Kellie is a wonderful quilt designer and maker, and uses a lot of appliqué in her work. You should check out her fabulous work.
1. Why did you start your blog?
I only discovered that the world of sewing/craft blogs existed in January 08. My New Years resolution was to find more time for myself and doing things I loved. I wanted to make good use of the lovely new overlocker that I got for Christmas. Sarah and I love to work on craft projects together. She loves computer applications and was keen to set our own blog up to showcase the things we were making. I agreed because I thought it would be something fun we could do together.
2. How did you come up with the blog name?
Sarah and I love to cook, and usually bake together each week. The name popped into my head and we decided to stick with it.
3. Do your friends and family know about your blog and what do they think?
Only a small handfall of people know about our blog. My mum (an avid crafter) checks it regularly to see what projects Sarah and I are up. We haven’t told most of our friends as they aren’t really into the craft scene.
4. How do you write posts?
I usually sit down at the computer when I get a free moment and write about my latest project. Not a lot of forward planning goes into it.
5. Have you ever had a troll or had to delete unkind comments?
All comments have been great – we are pleased that anyone comments at all!
6. Do you check your stats or care how many people read your blog? If you care, how do you increase traffic?
My husband recently installed a stat checker. We enjoy seeing how many countries our visitors come from and have been amazed at the amount of traffic as we don’t really do anything to increase traffic.
We are supposed to tag a couple of others. Most of the sites we visit regularly have already been tagged many times. Two people we would like to tag are Collins from Collins Creates who makes some adorable bags and clothing; and a recent find, Jen from Frazzy Dazzles who makes the most beautiful dolls. Play along girls if you wish but don’t feel under any obligation.
Have a great week,
Posted by Lisa
Love all your fabrics especially the first photo. Sounds like you are going to have a busy week off work……
My daughter is on holidays too. Poor thing, it’s a bit boring with me working. We are planning on the movies on “Cheap Skate Tuesday”….
I love your colourful pencil roll and all those new fabrics are just adorable!
Pencil roll is just great and those fabrics are just gorgeous-have fun using them in your sewing:)
True to your word! I just love spots and dot and all things fabric with circles on them … one day I will make that Piece-o-cake pattern ‘Everyday Best’!
I’m so glad to see that you carried your new year’s resolution through. And love those fabrics! Have a great week!
I love your fabrics, too! I am a big fan of the color brown. I just showed my eight year old daughter your colored pencil roll, and she loves it! I think we’ll make her one, too! I wanted to also say thank you for your sweet comment on my blog. It’s so neat to hear from someone that lives on the other side of the world! Take care.
lovely fabrics– were the little dotty prints from Joelle too? Glad you did the tag– it’s nice getting to know more about people.
Lisa x
I love those browns- they are so understated and beautiful. Might have to get my hands on some.
Lovely fabrics I have that cheerful Ikea one some where in my cupboard. Isn’t the post amazing I posted a gift to Canberra a while back and it took nearly 2 weeks and yet I got a book from America in 5 days.
What great fabric buys from purlsoho!!! I especially love the polka dots, you’re right… You can never have too many.. LOL!!!
It was also great getting to know you that little bit more through this fantastic tag..
Jodie 🙂
cant wait to see what you make with all that lovely new fabric!Enjoy you hoildays!
Lovely pencil roll! Maybe it’s time to do one for my kids!;)
Those fabrics are really gorgeous, love ’em. And cute pencil roll as well!
Enjoy your holiday. I love the pencil roll and your yummy new fabric.
you are right… you can never have enough dots (at least I can’t)! the next time I go to ikea (none near here but in my hometown), i have to check out their textiles!! are there bolts or are these bedding fabrics?
lovely colourfull pencilroll! nice to make aren’t they? Just made four and sold them at the fair…planning to make more already 🙂
Hi Lisa – love the pencil roll – Yes aren’t Ikea fabrics great!! – I have been meaning to get some but haven’t been able to get out of the shop – should be a law against working too hard!!
I love those new fabrics! That colorway is my favorite. I hope you are having a great week!
Hi Lisa, was so lovely to see your comment on my blog. Like you I thought it was only my family and a few friends that scanned my site to see what I’ve been up to – was quite a buzzy feeling seeing your comment. I love the fabrics you use for your projects. Am sure your week at home with your children has flown by – I’m looking forward to a few days off next week with my girls.
hugs Julz
love all your fabric! especially the dots! and the pencil holder is so cut. i have to make one for my kids. our plastic bag is looking pretty shabby.
Lots of gorgeous fabrics there. The pencil roll looks great.
I happened upon your blog, and I just wanted to say hello. Love the pencil roll! My nieces would love that.
I have been trying to get around to making a pencil roll for our little one for quite some time now. This gives me a boost of inspiration to at least get started. They look great!