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A Week in April…

April 7, 2009 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 25 Comments

This week we have been:

Decorating……

Knitting…..

Shopping with a friend…..

Reading……

We can’t wait for the school holidays to start on friday!

Posted by Lisa

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  1. Julie says

    April 7, 2009 at 9:01 pm

    Woo Hoo! Our school holidays (spring break) starts Friday too. We are counting it down.

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  2. Renee says

    April 7, 2009 at 9:14 pm

    You two are fantastic. Would you look down at me because my house is a pigsty right now.

    Everything looks wonderful and have a great time with the family.

    Love Renee xoxo

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  3. Linda says

    April 7, 2009 at 9:49 pm

    Looks like fun! Where did you find that fab little white tree stand?

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  4. silverpebble says

    April 7, 2009 at 11:00 pm

    Love your pretty Eastery birdy tree with its little eggs – VERY pretty. That patchwork book looks really magic too. Have a magical Easter and enjoy the holiday. Emma x

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  5. Kris says

    April 8, 2009 at 1:28 am

    So, so pretty Lisa! I love the tree too. Did you make it? Have a lovely easter and wonderful school holidays!

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  6. handmaiden says

    April 8, 2009 at 2:55 am

    i remember that tree from xmas, looks like you have a lovely time together. I wonder what u will get upto in the hols?

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  7. Natasha says

    April 8, 2009 at 3:10 am

    We have to start decorating too! But Hanna’s idea ofdecorating is to take down everything Amelie puts up. That leads to worldwar 3 in this household!

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  8. soyee says

    April 8, 2009 at 3:19 am

    lovely delft blue eggs and lovely fabric. happy Easter.

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  9. Stephanie says

    April 8, 2009 at 3:36 am

    There’s that very pretty tree again! Did you make your egg tree decorations? Looks like you’ve had an enjoyable week.

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  10. The Quilt Buddy says

    April 8, 2009 at 5:56 am

    What a great way to spend the week!

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  11. QuiltedSimple says

    April 8, 2009 at 6:13 am

    Looks like a perfect week to me.
    Kris

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  12. Sheri Howard says

    April 8, 2009 at 6:44 am

    Very pretty knitting, it looks so soft. What is it going to be?

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  13. melissa s. says

    April 8, 2009 at 8:17 am

    looks like a perfect week!

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  14. Janelle says

    April 8, 2009 at 6:12 pm

    Hey Lisa (from DH’s computer), thanks for a lovely day of fabric shopping and lunching! Keep smiling & creating as always.
    Janelle xx

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  15. LizzieJane says

    April 8, 2009 at 10:53 pm

    That little tree is so lovely and what a fun week. I hope you have a wonderful Easter.
    x

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  16. Angela says

    April 9, 2009 at 2:34 am

    I am thinking of purchasing the book – Pretty Little Patchwork – am wondering if it is easy to follow and has worthwhile projects in it – am only new to this stuff and would love some feedback on it – have purchased a couple of dodgy ones!!!!

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  17. jacquie says

    April 9, 2009 at 6:18 am

    ooooh, i love your easter tree. so beautiful with the blue/white eggs!

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  18. mamas kram says

    April 9, 2009 at 8:12 am

    Pretty easter decoration and lovely fabrics!
    I wish you a happy Easter and wonderful holidays!
    Doris

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  19. bluebird-lyn says

    April 10, 2009 at 12:37 am

    Hello Lisa and Sarah, Happy Easter to you…..love the Easter Egg Tree….where did you source the tree…Warm Regards Lyn

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  20. Simone de Klerk says

    April 9, 2009 at 11:45 am

    Lovely Easter decorations! The colors are very soft. I like that. Mmm the books look like fun.

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  21. Carrie P. says

    April 10, 2009 at 7:49 am

    Lovely eggs. I really like the tree that they are hanging from.

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  22. Carrie @ Cottage Cozy says

    April 11, 2009 at 12:30 am

    What a lovely week you had. I just love the white cut-out tree….so simple and beautiful! Happy Easter

    Stay Cozy, Carrie

    Reply
  23. Judith Tetley says

    April 14, 2009 at 4:26 am

    What a lovely post…I enjoyed your Easter contribution. Thankyou
    Many Blessings
    Judith
    http://www.creativestudio10.blogspot.com

    Reply
  24. Ruth says

    April 14, 2009 at 6:22 am

    I love your Easter Egg tree… looks great!

    Ruth xx

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  25. Selina says

    April 23, 2009 at 2:57 pm

    I am a bit late on the posting but I just love that Easter tree with eggs! It is so simple and stylish something I would have liked to have done but couldnt get organized. Your blog is looking great with all your craft ideas and recipes.

    Reply

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