Sew it Togetheragain!

Well, as we are nearly all linking to each other (not checking 59 blogs, but I'm sure we are), I thought I'd better fill the non-attendees that haven't seen it before- or at least keep myself a record!

Ernst joined my table for a sew along with Gypsy (he really did the quilt, not her!)

My project started off well (and finished a lot of hrs later not very advanced)

despite a lot of material and hogging the table heehee

This was just the line for lunch!

There were amazing goodies- sponsors gave out gifts (Moda bakeshop jellyrolls, yum) and there was a show bag and pressies. And someone teasingly brought along ace fat quarters to buy- she sure bought them to the right place!

Oh, the bunny squares down the bottom are the start of a quilt, I got them cut out and fused onto Vliesofix (not the square! Good progress despite sitting next to Andi superstar!) I learnt some amazing tricks off her, though, like invisible thread in your bobbin for machine sewing you binding- might make no sense to some of you, but others will thank me right now for that tip. I sure loved it!

Some other highlights

• Trash and Fi asking for MY scraps
• A table of hexagonners (my new made up word)
• Prizes- a surprise as I forgot this was going to happen.
• Lunch- didn't have to think about it, loving that!
• A walk up to Clegs with lots of other bloggers
• Getting a spot at dinner, as having to go home alone after such a fun day would have been too much, I wanted more!

There are heaps of pics here and a who's who list here

Oh, Sheridan, how to thank you! You are the organising queen, and make me a very happy chappy!

Still recovering

I think I am still recovering form the awesome weekend, and haven't got the energy to blog about it yet! I'm enjoying all my friends posts, though :))

I wanted to show this gorgeous pic of my girl....I'm so lucky.

My week

Ok, it's been good! Stick through the post, you'll go "WOW'. (I hope, anyway). My only problem is I have pics out of day order, but heh, I've decided I'm a half-perfectionist, like it for some stuff, don't care for others. I guess the most recent got first dibs!

So my Liverpool dress is done, this was actually a toile, thought I'd wear it around the house- heehee, it may be seen this weekend!

I also did this one- it's a bit big! The measurments are from size 2-size 20, and I measured between 12-14. I thought i'd cut it on a 14- then you find the sizes are double, ie 2/4, 6/8, 10/12, 14/18, 18/20! It's nice and roomy for layering, though. And I lurve this sheet.

Tonight I'm throwing together a lunchbag to show 'n tell at S.I.T, can't get tired of sewing great fabrics, can you? This one may be up for a swap or something, not sure yet.

Tuesday (and this is where i'm out of order) I caught up with Tracey and we hit the Nanna craft mett up, I had a ball! Cups of tea were 20c, and this wool was for taking. I scored the granny squares too, which might become pin cushions or pockets or something. There were a few dirty jokes in there too, so you have to have your wits about you at those shindigs.

Lastly, in all the drama of the week with my father, and his being ordered to leave my house, I forgot to show you the gold I scored off my Grandma- cool, huh? I have found the manual, too, it's under Rival in Google, if anyone is looking for it! And 'slow cooker' reveals more than 'crock pot', I found! (Despite the front of the machine's hint)

So that's it for now, back to the machine and more sewing, I'm loving finally getting back into it and ignoring the chores!

And if anyone is ever whinging their swap item is late, I haven't recieved mine for S.I.T yet,

and I need it for tomorrow night!

My Creative Space

This week I am showing off the photo I forgot to post last week, only last week all this was in a pile on the table. Geddit? This has been floating around in my head for a while, then Jodie's stand at Stitches gave the boost/kick up the butt.

Now to collect the things to put in the frames!

Head over here to see more spaces!

Cool!

The coolest weekend was had- the S & C came to town! Or rather, I got to go and check it out! Saturday was busy- meeting and greeting, shopping, and generally hanging around like a bad smell! I couldn't get out of there- hanging out with this cool mum and daughter was great!

So we headed back today- after a treasure hunt (for me) finding my Mother's day gifts, lots of cuddles, refusing to cook breakfast (sorry, kiddo), and a wonky softie class!

This little guy came home with us; a 50/50 effort from me and the 6 yr old!

She quickly hi-jacked the other person's softie for a photo shoot (mmm, honeycomb legs)

and then, the loot! Some freebies....

and a bit if shopping. My 'no-pattern' ban lasted, oh, 5 secs when I found this one

thanks, Kelani! There was also fabric from Amitie, and today some last minute buys (ie reduced) far Far Away from these guys. SO cool!

Oh, and my absolute faves? These 2. Divine.

PS Met soooo many bloggers. And will see you all next weekend!

Striking gold

I've had an awesome few days- something has happened that has unloaded a heap of crap, crap I've been carrying around for way too long. I'll talk about it another post.

But the after effects are some very pleasant days.

Sunday saw a cubby house built- the first one that's still up and is slept in (paranoia about air flow makes me pull the front corner back). Who would have known when I got the bed it would have these benefits?

I dropped in on a friend on Monday, who apologetically had to run out for an appt halfway through- I got lucky and babysit the 2 kiddies, little rascals! This boy is 14mths! (and yes, hating/loving being squeezed to death!)

Today was a heap of fun and ...errr...stairs! On the way to Nikki's, I stopped at Savers and scored- hence the title. I had my 25% discount card, the crochet blanket was $12.99 (before discount), and the Gocco printer $19.99. The paint-a-bowl has been well received by Little Miss, very keen to start it for Murray, and the Garfield sheet is a classic, half fitted/half flat.

And I finally found the tea towel for Cam to turn into an apron for me- very sentimental reasons! When your best friend grows up on the Gold Coast, then gets her school job at Sea world, it's free tickets every year to the theme parks. As she's now passed away, this will be great to remember our crazy times- plus a gorgeous colour!

So I got to Nikki's studio, and 'bumped out' the stuff for the show. FOUR flights of stairs numerous times. Lots of sweat and dizzy spell. Then lunch, and Caulfield. Bumped in, and finally met Kate, who I've been twitterring with for a while. And remember last year's guest post? Make sure you say hi if you see him this year! Everyone else was setting up, said hi to Jodie, so I don't get in trouble teehee.

Got home tired and happy after a full day- sometimes feeling useful is the best medicine, how lucky I am to know such great people!

Edit: We were approached at the show by a couple of gals wanting help- 3 days (Wed, Thurs, Fri) of work at the show, with surely a lunch break for shopping time! Contact Cherie on 0419 239 580, the stand is for www.stitchnstuff.com.au

Gotta love a party

Yesterday was one of those really cool days- market, b'day lunch and vintage finds! Throw in some cake, and serious S&B, and what a perfect balmy Saturday!

Here were my scores....great earrings that matched my turquoise jacket, and will also look great with purple

and heading back to Cathy's for cake and coffee bought me this loot- literally, they were for sale, and on my wish list!

I started the new Dortje pants, and cute out the patterns for the next items. My free big roll of pink paper has come into play- perfect for adding seam allowances. It isn't thick enough to use with a rotary cutter, but I can hang them- perfect when I want to make lots of them!

A little suprise came in the post this week- Eleesa sent me this gorgeous pin cushion, so well stuffed!!! Vintage tea towel, button and I'm in heaven!

Last but not least- bare bulbs are covered, a trip to Bunnings with a lighting expert friend (me ole neighbour Wal) and we have shades! A bit boring for me....what do you suggest?