Something Old & Something New

This is my most recent finish, a scarf out of the May issue of 'Get Creative'. I used Cleckheaton Country Paint Box, 8ply. It took nearly 3 balls.

Please meet 'Big Ted". Isn't he the best model ever, he didn't blink or move....lucky the wind wasn't blowing....Lol.

I made this bag quite a few years back, at a time when my sister & I used to pester mum to get the old black singer out! It was one that you had to turn the handle to sew. The fabric in the bag was from the skirt of one of mums dresses that she used to wear when she was younger.

Sweet Stitching to you all.

Jane.

Folder, Fabric & Thread

The weather being perfect for craft meant I had the opportunity today to finished the folder for the 'Life Is Beautiful' bits & pieces.

I had already decided what colours & threads etc that I was going to use, but alas this morning I had a change of heart & decided to go with red instead of the burgundies that I had originally chosen.

With everything ready now I intend to make a start this weekend!

Hope you're all having craft weather too!!

Jane.

Bits & Pieces

This runner is a gift for a friends 20/20....I hope she likes the colours.

Another embroidery design from Bess. I love to watch them stitch out.

I stopped in at Bear Cottage last week & just as I was about to leave I discovered this. I originally thought I'd like to paint it white, but I'm starting to like the green.

Have a great weekend all.

Jane.

Life Is Beautiful

It was an enjoyable task creating a cover for the Life Is Beautiful pattern booklet. A little bit of paint, some machine embroidery and some trims & my booklet is complete.

I now look forward to browsing through the patterns tonight whilst relaxing in the chair, maybe with a cuppa & some chocolates!!

Hope you all had a great Mothers Day.....Jane.

A Gift

I rolled in the door Monday night, tired & exhausted from having coached the kids netball, to find a parcel had arrived.....I was so eager to open it I nearly forgot to take pics....LOL.

After taking some hurried pics I took a moment to look carefully at the gifts that had been handcrafted for me. I received a lovely card holder, fabric & a flower brooch from Jazzy.

Thankyou Jazzy for the gifts....I adore them all!!

P.s. You do a wonderful job of your flower brooches Razzy!

Take care all....Jane.

Festive Star Runner

I enjoyed creating this project by Marg Low...was a bit tricky when trying to take a photo outside, as the wind was blowing & Dusty thought that it was her new blanket!!

I like to do a couple of new things for Christmas each year & I thought a set of coasters to match the runner would come in handy...........hope your all finding some time to create.
Jane.

A Surprise & A Purse

Whilst packing to go away the other weekend, a knock at the door revealed my sister with this parcel. A total surprise...I was so exited...an early birthday present...Yipee!!

I was soooo lucky to receive these items....two of which travelled with me...the puffy pouch is just the thing for lippies & make-up bits...the other wallet already packed with those bits & pieces you may need & can be easily changed from your day bag to your evening bag...very handy.........thankyou so much Lisa.....they're gorgeous & I love them.

This was a fun project to make....loved doing the crazy patchwork & now I'm just waiting for the spring strip to arrive.

Enjoy your weekend.

Jane.