Christmas Sewing with Merry Happy by Ruby Star Society
There's something magical about sewing for Christmas, especially when the fabrics are as cheerful and inspiring as Merry Happy by Kim Kight for Ruby Star Society. This delightful collection blends bright, happy designs with a perfect balance of vintage charm and modern style. While the range embraces traditional Christmas colours, it also includes fresh and playful combinations that appeal to makers who love a more contemporary take on holiday decorating.The prints are packed with festive … [Read More...]
Things that Make Me Happy ….
.....colourful trim.....crochet details....bright and happy fabrics.....using supplies that have been gifted to me from blogging friends. Thanks Janelle for the Birds of Norway fabric and to Christy for the trim. Next … [Read More...]
Sock Sack III – Camera Sack
With the last remaining part of sock from the knee- hi's, I made up a camera case. I crocheted a flap for the case - another quick and satisfying project. We drew the winner of our giveaway today using the Random Number … [Read More...]
Sock Sack II – The Toe Sack
Thanks for the lovely comments about my Sock Sack for the DS. I must come clean though - it wasn't really an orphaned sock - I bought it especially for the project as I could not resist the jaunty stripes. I used a pair … [Read More...]
Sock Sack
Do you have any orphan socks lying around? They can be put to good use by transforming them into a sock sack. Sarah wanted a new cover for her Nintendo DS so I made one using a stripey sock. This would be a fun project … [Read More...]
Self-made Envelope Stationery
Another one of my Japanese book purchases was this sweet little book called "Self-Made Envelope Stationery" (ISBN 978-4-8085-8541-9). It contains lots of projects to make cute stationery items from new and used … [Read More...]
Japanese Masking Tape
I hadn't discovered the wonder of Japanese Masking Tape until I saw a big display of it at Loft in Kyoto. It is made from Washi Paper and comes in such an amazing array of colours and designs. It is the perfect medium … [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...]
