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A Week in Review + Giveaway!

August 1, 2009 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 101 Comments

There hasn’t been a lot of time for creative pursuits this week – activities such as weeding, housework, helping out at school, work etc have got in the way. Don’t you hate it when that happens? It doesn’t look like the coming week is going to be much better either. However I have managed to squeeze in a few things though such as…..

Visiting the Made on the Left Markets last weekend with Janelle where I couldn’t resist the vibrantly coloured ceramics by Sarah May

and the amazingly scented bath bombs by Delight Society

Working on my string quilt – I have nearly completed 75% of the quilting – can’t wait to finish this one!

Decorating some pencils with paper scraps after seeing the tutorial at Design Sponge

Baking some Anzac Biscuits – always a favourite at our place 

Visiting the Good Food and Wine Show – unfortunately there was more of an emphasis on the wine rather than the food. We were hoping to see some of our favourite celebrity chefs but all the demonstration sessions were fully booked.

Now onto the giveaway! Regular blog readers may recall that late last year, I had some of my recipes published in a local cookbook Du Jour. It is a lovely cookbook with recipes for different occasions such as dinner party, family feast, pizza night, afternoon tea, breakfast in bed etc. 

I would love to give away a copy of the book to one lucky reader. Due to the weight of the book (hardcover and it is close to 1 kg), this giveaway is open to Australian Residents Only (sorry international readers!). The book is available for $59.95 from leading Western Australian bookstores and select gift shops, or online from the publisher. 

If you would like to enter, please leave a comment on this post. For a bonus entry, link to the giveaway on your blog and then leave me another comment letting me know. I will draw the winner on Sunday August 9. Good Luck!

Posted by Lisa

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  1. Tania - Jet Designs says

    August 2, 2009 at 4:39 am

    Count me in on some of your baking goodness Lisa – will post to my blog as well

    Reply
  2. two hippos says

    August 2, 2009 at 6:19 am

    Wow what a cookery book! Love the anzacs biscuits too, delicious. (sorry can’t enter as I’m in England)

    Reply
  3. Linda says

    August 2, 2009 at 6:21 am

    Love the ceramic dish, such gorgeous colours. Am I able to enter, and if lucky enough to win have it sent to my daughter in Canberra?

    Reply
  4. shabbydreaming says

    August 1, 2009 at 11:47 pm

    YUMMO!!! simply mouth watering!!

    Reply
  5. Anonymous says

    August 1, 2009 at 11:53 pm

    My mouth is watering just looking at those pictures!

    Kate

    Reply
  6. Sew Useful Designs says

    August 2, 2009 at 12:50 am

    Gosh what a busy week you’ve had! I’m so impressed that you still found time to create! That quilt of yours is looking divine…

    … and I’m with Kate (comment above)… my mouth is watering!

    Please add me to the draw!
    Warm wishes
    Vikki 🙂 x

    Reply
  7. Kate says

    August 2, 2009 at 12:53 am

    Great finds from MOTL. That quilt looks great and so does everything in that cookbook – must kepp my eye out for it,

    Reply
  8. Deb_in_oz says

    August 2, 2009 at 12:54 am

    the cookbook looks great.

    sorry the food and wine show was more wine than food – still jealous a bit as it never comes to Brisbane (maybe in the future!)

    Reply
  9. Katy says

    August 2, 2009 at 12:54 am

    Wow, count me in!! That quilt looks beautiful too by the way!

    Reply
  10. barb's creations says

    August 2, 2009 at 12:57 am

    mouth watering,glands in over drive…..please,please,please enter me in this fantastic giveaway.I just LOVE to cook 🙂
    Barb.
    P.S: I’ll have to look up the tutorial for the pencils,what a fantastic idea.

    Reply
  11. Andi says

    August 2, 2009 at 1:29 am

    For once I can say “Thank goodness I live in Australia” as most of the time these things are open to US residents only. (Although there are lots of other good things about living in Oz too)
    I would really love to win this book (I’m a bit of a bookoholic these days).
    Thanks.
    Andi 🙂

    Reply
  12. Hayley says

    August 2, 2009 at 1:46 am

    Oh yummo!!!! I really love that quilt, I love the quilting you are doing as well, cant wait to see the finished quilt. Would love a copy of your book.

    Reply
  13. Linda says

    August 2, 2009 at 2:11 am

    so many gorgeous things and beautiful photos Lisa and such an incredibly beautiful and generous giveawy

    Reply
  14. PatchworkRose says

    August 2, 2009 at 2:20 am

    The Colours in your cookbook are a textural delight. The markets near you must be wonderful. Just love all your amazing photography of tempting goodies both edible and not.
    Would love to own your book
    Cheers
    Lynne

    Reply
  15. Chookyblue...... says

    August 2, 2009 at 2:28 am

    oh i cooked some biscuits this weekend too……….white choc chip and jam drops…….

    Reply
  16. bubbachenille says

    August 2, 2009 at 2:31 am

    Oh I just get so uch pleasure and inspiration from your blog. I wish I had the oven to make the perfect looking Anzacs like yours!

    Reply
  17. bluebird-lyn says

    August 2, 2009 at 5:48 pm

    Hello Lisa and Sarah, love to be in the draw for your gorgeous book….your quilt is coming along nicely….Warm Regards Lyn….will link the giveaway on my blog…

    Reply
  18. Cass says

    August 2, 2009 at 2:52 am

    Yum that book looks delicious. I’d love to win because you can never have too many cookbooks. I’ll do a link back to you tomorrow. Pop over to my blog as well as I have a giveaway too

    Reply
  19. Rachel says

    August 2, 2009 at 3:46 am

    Those recipes look delicious!!

    Reply
  20. Stephanie says

    August 2, 2009 at 4:39 am

    Lucky Aussies! Good luck to you all.

    Reply
  21. Kerry says

    August 2, 2009 at 4:49 am

    looks like a beautiful book. Congratulations on being published.

    Reply
  22. Louise says

    August 2, 2009 at 5:09 am

    What a generous giveaway! It looks like a fabulous book 🙂 That quilt is looking great, I can’t wait to see it finished.

    Reply
  23. Suzanne says

    August 2, 2009 at 5:17 am

    I love the look of your quilt coming along, I hope you share the finished product.
    As for the time thing I hate that too.

    Thanks for the chance of a giveaway.
    Have a great week.

    Reply
  24. Christie Burnett says

    August 2, 2009 at 5:31 am

    The book looks great and I need all the help in the kitchen that I can get, see my post from just yesterday – http://childhood101.blogspot.com/2009/07/channelling-martha-stewart.html

    Fingers crossed,
    Christie

    Reply
  25. sewtakeahike says

    August 2, 2009 at 5:44 am

    Hi Lisa, it looks like you had a wonderful week! A mix of different things is always good. Thank-you for the link to the anzac cookies, I think I’ll have to try them. Our favorite cookie here is oatmeal with white chocolate so I think these would be a nice change sometime! Congratulations on getting a recipe published, that cookbook is so beautiful! What a sweetie you are to give one away to your Austrailian readers, good luck to all you Aussies! (I hope that isn’t a derogatory term! 🙂

    Reply
  26. sewtakeahike says

    August 2, 2009 at 5:46 am

    p.s. I meant to tell you, the way you have photographed the bath bombs makes them look like cantalopes! I thought it was a picture of a veggie garden at first!

    Reply
  27. Nikki Cardigan says

    August 2, 2009 at 6:13 am

    It can be frustrating when life gets in the way of craft!!! Good to see you snuck in a visit to the Good Food & Wine Show. Congrats on having your recipes published… and thanks for having a giveaway. Lucky us!

    Reply
  28. Renee says

    August 2, 2009 at 6:44 am

    Since I am not in the draw, may the best person win.

    Wonderful dear friend and that ceramic plate is gorgeous.

    Love Renee xoxo

    Reply
  29. Lisa says

    August 2, 2009 at 6:44 am

    Those biscuits look so good!! Love the bright colors on here today.
    :)Lisa
    kssnnikkel.blogspot.com

    Reply
  30. Elisa1 says

    August 2, 2009 at 10:30 am

    Thanks for the pencil idea…what a cool thing to do with my daughter and it’s easy too. She’ll be the only girl in class with personalized pencils. I may even do this for our girl scout troop. Have a blessed day.

    Reply
  31. MarmiteToasty says

    August 2, 2009 at 12:21 pm

    Everything looks so scrummous…..

    x

    Reply
  32. Chocolate Cat says

    August 2, 2009 at 12:33 pm

    What a shame you didn’t get to any of the chef sessions at the show. We went to the Melb show and were so lucky in that way, got to see all our favorite chefs and Gordon Ramsay! Please please please enter me in this giveaway, I would love to win this book!

    Reply
  33. Jenny says

    August 2, 2009 at 1:41 pm

    Your quilt is coming along nicely-it must feel good to be near the end. You have been very productive. Lovely looking cookbook

    Reply
  34. Clair Acres says

    August 2, 2009 at 2:39 pm

    My mouth is watering, what a gorgeous looking book!

    Reply
  35. Angel.Pearls says

    August 2, 2009 at 2:42 pm

    I’d love to win this pretty book -it’s a pity I’m not Australian..Have a great week!//Eva

    Reply
  36. Dandelion Quilts says

    August 2, 2009 at 3:59 pm

    You have been busy. Your quilt looks lovely..cannot wait to see the finished project.

    Reply
  37. Terriaw says

    August 2, 2009 at 4:01 pm

    I love the recap of creativity going on in your house these days! That ceramic dish is quite awesome (love the colors), and those bath bombs look heavenly. I have always wanted to try those. Cool pencil project too. I might have to try that one.

    Reply
  38. material girl says

    August 2, 2009 at 4:20 pm

    good luck with the quilt, its looks pretty! that bundt cake looks very tempting too!

    Reply
  39. cpullum says

    August 2, 2009 at 4:48 pm

    Wow this looks awsome please count me in!
    Carla
    cpullum(at)yahoo(dot)com

    Reply
  40. our shabby cottage says

    August 2, 2009 at 5:42 pm

    Hi Lisa, I just love your quilt – I am seeing myself making one just like it soon….Hee hee. I remember your recipes being published and I remember thinking “wow”! I’d love to have a copy of the book with your recipes in it!

    Reply
  41. Just like Martha says

    August 2, 2009 at 6:26 pm

    WOW what a wonderful giveaway, I KNEW you were clever but I repeat WOW! This looks like a fantastic book and a great addition to any (hopefully my – LOL) cookbook collection.

    Reply
  42. Thimbleanna says

    August 2, 2009 at 7:15 pm

    It looks like you’ve been busy with tons of fun stuff. I certainly understand the issues with keeping the giveaway local — international postage is awful!

    Reply
  43. clare's craftroom says

    August 2, 2009 at 8:10 pm

    Wow looks like a fabulous book !

    Reply
  44. Sandi says

    August 2, 2009 at 9:22 pm

    Those markets look great, so many interesting designers.
    I went to a food and wine expo in Bris last year – it was great – saw Ainsley Herriot cooking demo. Lots of samples at the show – both food and wine.
    Beautiful photographs in your book, the recipes look fabulous! – great giveaway, you are very generous!

    Reply
  45. driftwood says

    August 2, 2009 at 11:47 pm

    oh it looks amazing, I just know someone is going to love it! (I’m not allowed anymore cookbooks anyway even if I could enter the giveaway – hubby found out how many I have when we were packing – there were a lot………)

    food show sounds great, I saw a Jamie Oliver demo last year, very entertaining, hope if you go again you can get a booking for a session.

    Reply
  46. Sandrine says

    August 3, 2009 at 12:39 am

    Your ceramic find is gorgeous!Will post abut your fabulous giveaway, all look so delicious!How clever you are to be part of it!

    Reply
  47. Karens Hopes says

    August 3, 2009 at 1:40 am

    mmm…. yes housework I remember that. I had my little birds in my head Saturday morning and was up a 6.00am becasue they were just desperate to fly… pop over and have a look. I must admit I did get a little bit of housework done.
    he he he ……
    Karen

    Reply
  48. Emjie says

    August 3, 2009 at 2:19 am

    Oh my goodness! Those lovely cakes look truly scrumptous. I just want to reach across the computer screen and gobble it all up.

    Reply
  49. Bev C says

    August 3, 2009 at 2:35 am

    Hello Lisa and Sarah, I hope you manage to have some time for yourselves this week. You have been very busy,love the quilt you are working on. Would love to win your book then Lucy could do some more cooking for us. Happy days to the both of you.

    Reply
  50. Jenny of Elefantz says

    August 3, 2009 at 2:37 am

    Love to win this wonderful book!

    Reply
  51. REread says

    August 3, 2009 at 2:39 am

    ohhh I would love to win that !!!

    Reply
  52. Tracy says

    August 3, 2009 at 3:26 am

    For a slow week, you’ve had a lot going on…LOL! ;o) Love that pencil idea, and those bath bombs are so pretty–love the citrus-y colors. The quilt is looking fantastic! And such a generous giveaway…Do count me in on the fun! Your cooking & baking makes me hungry…LOL! Happy week to you all :o9 ((HUGS))

    Reply
  53. Michelle says

    August 3, 2009 at 5:02 am

    oh how nice are your anzac biscuits…
    mine don’t turn out half as nice as those…
    hmmmmm…maybe I need to win that yummy cook book to brush up on my dismal cooking skills of late…

    Reply
  54. Jane says

    August 3, 2009 at 5:34 am

    wow! I’d love the opportunity to try out some of these recipes – your food always looks so amazing on your blog (as well as everything else!)

    janelockrey(at)gmail(dot)com

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  55. Kylie says

    August 3, 2009 at 5:49 am

    Oh yes please – count me in. I recall you talking about it – it looks great.

    Reply
  56. Philigry says

    August 3, 2009 at 10:40 am

    oh, everything looks so great! that quilt is going to be stunning.

    Reply
  57. em's scrapbag says

    August 3, 2009 at 12:03 pm

    Busy busy week. So sad I can’t be in the giveaway. Good luck to everyone.

    Reply
  58. Hot Fudge says

    August 3, 2009 at 3:56 pm

    Hello … here I am down here waving to get your attention … Your book giveaway has me drooling all over the keyboard, which can be quite hazardous. I’ll put up a link on my blog and get back to you.

    Reply
  59. Hot Fudge says

    August 3, 2009 at 4:20 pm

    OK, I’ve linked your giveaway to my blog, so you can send me the book. I’m sure all those other hopefuls will understand.

    Reply
  60. Trish says

    August 3, 2009 at 5:32 pm

    Woww..Iwas blog-hopping..boy am I glad..And am also happy,we moved to OZ!Please Please consider me..I will link the giveaway in my blog.

    Reply
  61. Little Diva says

    August 3, 2009 at 7:23 pm

    What a fantastic giveaway. I would soooo love to win that book…

    Reply
  62. Chrisy says

    August 4, 2009 at 12:08 am

    Please count me in to this generous giveaway!

    Reply
  63. Ali says

    August 4, 2009 at 2:34 am

    congratulations on having your recipes published in such a yummy book! It looks lovely; thank you for the opportunity 🙂

    Reply
  64. Mystica says

    August 4, 2009 at 4:04 am

    I do not know whether I am eligible to be entered as I live half the time in Sri Lanka and the balance half in Australia where my children live!!!! If I am eligible please please enter me for this giveaway!

    Mystica

    Reply
  65. Carol says

    August 4, 2009 at 4:46 am

    Hi Lisa,

    Please include my name in your fabulous giveaway.

    Many thanks

    Carol 🙂

    Reply
  66. natalie says

    August 4, 2009 at 5:28 am

    Count me in on this one, what a fabulous giveaway.

    Reply
  67. Nikki says

    August 4, 2009 at 5:50 am

    Oh YES, please! WHat a lovely looking book!

    Reply
  68. Janellybelly says

    August 4, 2009 at 6:03 pm

    What a creative week you’ve had! I have finally linked your giveaway on the blog so count me in 🙂
    Its always a joy to catch up with you and talk craft.
    Janelle xx

    Reply
  69. Marls says

    August 4, 2009 at 6:35 pm

    What a great post-I love that ceramic dish. Can’ wait to see the finished quilt, the colours look lovely.
    And what do I say about that cookbook-those recipes look to die for. Would love to add it to my cookbook collection.

    Reply
  70. suzitee says

    August 4, 2009 at 9:14 pm

    Congratulations on having your recipes published…how cool! Count me in…I LOVE a good cookbook!

    Reply
  71. Cascade Lily says

    August 5, 2009 at 4:40 pm

    I really like your pencils. What a great idea – thanks for the link. Count me in for the giveaway. What a great looking book!

    Reply
  72. Vanessa says

    August 5, 2009 at 4:50 pm

    That cookbook looks fantastic. Always on the lookout for scrummy new recipes!

    Reply
  73. Anonymous says

    August 5, 2009 at 10:53 pm

    love the pictures love the book and i love your blog.

    I will have to put the book on my santa list

    mary doll

    Reply
  74. Penny Williams says

    August 6, 2009 at 3:20 am

    That book looks amazing! Fingers crossed, I might win! I’ve linked from my blog as well. Regards, Penny

    Reply
  75. Sandy says

    August 6, 2009 at 5:32 am

    Love your blog and love the look of the book. Count me in!

    Reply
  76. smileykylie says

    August 6, 2009 at 2:07 pm

    OOh Lisa, what a lovely giveaway, throw my name in the hat! cheers 🙂 Kylie

    Reply
  77. Corrie says

    August 6, 2009 at 3:57 pm

    oh wow …beautifully photographed!!! i’m hungry, please put me in the draw…how lovely!

    Corrie:)

    Reply
  78. Everyday Quilter says

    August 6, 2009 at 10:05 pm

    Oh, yummo! Please add my nAme to the drawing
    Ann-Maree

    Reply
  79. Joy says

    August 6, 2009 at 10:19 pm

    Good I’m glad you reminded me!!! I thought I’d entered this one but on checking the comments I see I didn’t. I’d just LOVE to win a copy of that book – please add me to the draw :o)!!!!
    Hugs,
    Joy :o)

    Reply
  80. Miriam says

    August 6, 2009 at 11:17 pm

    Wow, that looks like a scrumptious book!

    I am very happy I just found your blog!

    Love your quilts.

    Reply
  81. Sarah Lulu says

    August 6, 2009 at 11:57 pm

    The quilt is gorgeous.

    I would like to enter the giveaway …I would give the book to my son who is an apprentice chef …he needs all the help he can get.

    Reply
  82. Susan says

    August 7, 2009 at 2:46 am

    Right now I need you and the cook book!! I’m so hungry after nearly a week of not eating from an extremely sore throat – quinsy.

    I’m ready to eat and eat!!!!

    Reply
  83. Sarah says

    August 7, 2009 at 3:01 am

    Oh those pics look scrumptious!

    Congratulations.

    Reply
  84. chook says

    August 7, 2009 at 3:55 pm

    yum pleae enter me in the draw
    an your new quilt is just amazing
    hugs Beth

    Reply
  85. Sue says

    August 7, 2009 at 5:43 pm

    WOW what a great looking book. I’d love to try some of those recipes.
    Please enter me in the draw and thank you for the opportunity to indulge in yumminess.
    Sue

    Reply
  86. ~ Kim ~ says

    August 7, 2009 at 7:19 pm

    I really need lots of recipes for my kitchen! It looks like a devine book to have and use.

    Reply
  87. ~ Kim ~ says

    August 7, 2009 at 7:19 pm

    I really need lots of recipes for my kitchen! It looks like a devine book to have and use.

    Reply
  88. ~ Kim ~ says

    August 7, 2009 at 7:19 pm

    I really need lots of recipes for my kitchen! It looks like a devine book to have and use.

    Reply
  89. ~ Kim ~ says

    August 7, 2009 at 7:19 pm

    I really need lots of recipes for my kitchen! It looks like a devine book to have and use.

    Reply
  90. ~ Kim ~ says

    August 7, 2009 at 7:19 pm

    I really need lots of recipes for my kitchen! It looks like a devine book to have and use.

    Reply
  91. ~ Kim ~ says

    August 7, 2009 at 7:29 pm

    I have put up a link in my blog post now. Thankyou, fingers crossed!

    Reply
  92. ~ Kim ~ says

    August 7, 2009 at 7:29 pm

    I have put up a link in my blog post now. Thankyou, fingers crossed!

    Reply
  93. ~ Kim ~ says

    August 7, 2009 at 7:29 pm

    I have put up a link in my blog post now. Thankyou, fingers crossed!

    Reply
  94. ~ Kim ~ says

    August 7, 2009 at 7:29 pm

    I have put up a link in my blog post now. Thankyou, fingers crossed!

    Reply
  95. ~ Kim ~ says

    August 7, 2009 at 7:29 pm

    I have put up a link in my blog post now. Thankyou, fingers crossed!

    Reply
  96. KerriAnn says

    August 7, 2009 at 8:46 pm

    love a good cook book. and the photos are just gorgeous! would love to try my hand at some of those recipes!

    Reply
  97. Little Munchkins says

    August 8, 2009 at 12:15 am

    How can I resist? Everything looks so mouthwatering!

    Reply
  98. Leanne says

    August 8, 2009 at 1:36 am

    I would love to win the book for my daughter she has just moved out and has decided cooking is quite a lot of fun.

    Reply
  99. zoesquid says

    August 9, 2009 at 2:32 am

    Count me in if Im not too late!

    Reply
  100. ChingyPingy says

    August 9, 2009 at 11:13 pm

    Oh yum – looks amazing!

    Reply
  101. Karen C says

    August 14, 2009 at 12:50 am

    Food or Fabric, sometimes it is hard to choose, the fabrics can be as delicious as the food. Your recipe looks this way.

    Reply

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☀️ 5 Tips for Summer Sewing Bliss1. Stitch i ☀️ 5 Tips for Summer Sewing Bliss1. Stitch in the Cool Hours Beat the heat by sewing in the early morning or evening when your space is cooler and more comfortable.2. Stay Hydrated & Take Breaks Keep a cool drink nearby and give your eyes and hands a rest—your creativity will thank you!3. Choose Light, Breezy Projects Opt for quick makes like zipper pouches, napkins, or mug rugs that won’t leave you sweltering under layers.4. Sew Poolside or Outdoors Take hand-sewing projects outside and enjoy the sunshine while you stitch—just don’t forget your pattern weights if it’s breezy!5. Use Summer-Friendly Fabrics Think cottons, linens, and cheerful prints in citrus, florals, or gingham to match the season’s vibe.🌼 For more warm-weather sewing ideas and inspiration, check out my article Summer Sewing Projects. Comment SUMMER and I'll send you a link.What are your top tips for sewing in warmer weather?#summersewing #sewingtips #handmadeinspo #sewingseason #sewingjoy #aspoonfulofsugarpatterns #scrapfriendlysewing #beginnersewingprojects #sewingideas #slowstitching #creativewellness #sewinginspo #diyprojects #makersgonnamake #stitchinginthesun
🎄Christmas in July just got an upgrade! Meet  🎄Christmas in July just got an upgrade! Meet Tree in a Pot—a cheerful foundation paper piecing block that’s scrap-friendly, beginner-friendly, and comes in five festive sizes. Perfect for quilts, Santa sacks, table runners, pillows... basically anywhere a little holiday charm is welcome! ✂️🎁 Feeling inspired?👉 Comment “POT” below and I’ll DM you the pattern link! 🛍️ Available now in my Etsy shop and pattern store.#christmasinjuly #fppblock #quiltblockpattern #scrapfriendlysewing #holidaysewing #foundationpaperpiecing #modernquilting #aspoonfulofsugarpatterns
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