
Easter Projects to Sew
Easter and spring are such lovely seasons to sew for — full of soft colours, fresh starts, and small handmade touches that brighten your home. This time of year is perfect for quick, beginner‑friendly projects that use up your favourite scraps and add a little seasonal charm to your table, gift baskets, or décor. I’ve gathered ten of my most popular Easter and Spring sewing patterns below, each one simple to make, scrap‑friendly, and ideal for gifting. Whether you’re stitching for your home or … [Read More...]

Japan + Giveway
We returned early this morning from an amazing two week family holiday to Japan. It is such an exciting country with so much to offer and we managed to fit a lot into our time there. We arranged a Japan Rail pass from … [Read More...]

A Good Year
I hope everyone is having a brilliant start to 2010 - I know we are! I started my recreation leave from the day job a few days ago and don't return until February. This year I am trying to be more organised and have … [Read More...]

More Baking!
During the school holidays, I have been spending more time baking! Today was my Great Grand Fathers Birthday and I decorated some cupcakes to take to the family celebration. I was inspired by Cupcakes by Colour that I … [Read More...]

We Wish You a Merry Christmas …..
...and a Happy New Year!!Sarah and I would like to wish you all a wonderful Christmas spent with family and friends. We hope that 2010 is a year filled with many blessings, joy, and peace. We would also like to thank you … [Read More...]

Gifts from the Kitchen!
Sarah has done all the Christmas baking this year - it is wonderful to have a daughter who is such a fabulous cook! We make a great team - she made the goodies and I worked on the packaging details.First up, Sarah made … [Read More...]

Last Minute Christmas Projects!
With less than a week to go until Christmas Day - there is still time to make some last minute sweet treats and ornaments. Now that I have finished all my Christmas present shopping, I am enjoying making a few things to … [Read More...]

Christmas Biscuit House
After school this afternoon, Sarah, her friend, and I made some little Christmas houses. They are a twist on the more traditional gingerbread house, and are assembled with ready made biscuits such as Sponge Fingers, … [Read More...]

Candy Crafts
Sarah and I love to make things out of Candy to give as Christmas gifts - there are so many wonderful ideas around to present chocolates and lollies in creative ways. It is the one type of craft activity that kids are … [Read More...]











