Jan May

Congratulations to Juliet.... A purple themed Little Tweetheart kit will be winging it's way to you shortly.  Please message me your address xx Thank you to everyone who took the time to look at my Blog.

found here Don't you just love this poster - it's so simple.  I want it printed on a bag! Over the years I've tried all sorts of crafts.  I've had a long dalliance with watercolour painting, a brief sojourn with cross-stitch....and have finally found my niche with sewing.  However, I'm still coming across new things that I'd like to try.  Are you the same? See if these give you any ideas........ Tutorial on The Lovely Residence Blog Isn't this pretty!  I've long admired the wide array of scrap booking papers available, it's like looking through stacks of fabric samples.  Scrap booking has never appealed to me - but now.... here's a way to show off the gorgeous papers.  It looks mighty complicated to me, but the effect is brilliant. from Fine Gardening.com These pretty tea-light lanterns look so effective painted, don't you think?  And how simple to do. from grayhood.com These wedding invitations are inspired!  Printed ont...

I've been a busy little bee today.  Even the arrival of the second issue of Mollie Makes didn't deter me for too long.  (okay it did really, but let's pretend shall we!).  For a while I've been working on my Little Tweethearts Sew Simple collection.  I have several projects all mapped out, it has been making them up that has slowed me down. I've only gone and finished one! May I introduce my first ever kit........ (drum roll please) Little Tweetheart Doodle Keepsake I'm so pleased to be showing you this.... that I'm also going to offer my first ever giveaway too! A complete kit to make your very own tweetheart.   Kit Includes Everything you need to make the heart (you only need add stuffing) Fabric Threads Buttons (including 2 of my Cajame ceramics) Vintage Lace Vintage crocheted doily Part of the Little Tweethearts Sew Simple Collection Pretty Portable Projects - Ready to Go Hand sew your own special Keepsake Full instructions will help you co...

Roses and Ruffles Quilt I just love anything that's pink.  There's something so cheerful and warm about it.  So this is what today's blog is all about......  Pink, pink and more pink! I'm a big fan of raggy quilts.  I enjoy making them, and I love the way they improve with each wash.  I couldn't cope with anything so screechingly cute on my bed - but how gorgeous would it be for a little girls room?  The link offers a downloadable PDF pattern for this design, though the quilt is so straightforward, I doubt it is needed. Darling Phoebe I have to sneak my dear little dog into the frame.  This is how she appeared after discovering my make-up bag.  Blusher everywhere - but she looked so pretty it was impossible to be cross with her.  Phoebe was just a puppy here and extremely tiny. A Bichon Frise, she's an absolute darling and a joy to have as a pet.  She's a constant companion and loves nothing more than to snuggle in for a...

Woudn't this be wonderful? Who doesn't need more storage space for all their sewing paraphanelia?  I know I do.....  I've got boxes tucked away here there and everywhere in my home.  I've got a lovely desk, but it's a tad difficult to get at it as it's virtually buried away under the chaos of fabric and equipment.  Likewise underneath it - it would be a herculean task to manage to fit my legs beneath (and that would be after fighting my way onto my chair).   I do have a large shelving unit in the garge, and it's very neat and organized - but, and it's a big but...... it's not pretty in the least. I want pretty, I want girly, I want yummy pastel colours..... I want practical! Lets spend a little while cooing over some storage inspiration - I think there's some great ideas, and some are really cheap and easy to do. I've linked all the photos should you wish to investigate further. Isn't this just a brilliant idea for storing...

Grab your sewing basket and toodle down the garden path with me.  The kettle's on in the cabin and the coffee is brewing.... Sadie and Anne are deep in concentration. Whilst meanwhile I am out on the porch in the rocking chair enjoying a coffee, and making a fuss of Benji. Humph.... I was beaten to it!  Diane and Myra have nabbed the table on the porch.  I'm just not awake enough in the mornings.  All the ladies today (with the exception of me) are making this bag... It's a lovely design, and Elaine has already made several of them in different colourways. Everyone has chosen different fabrics to work with.  Bow Tucks Tote - by Penny Sturges (Quilts Illustrated) Totally oblivious to the camera :) Here, Elaine is showing the class how to create the bottom of the bag. The class is a light-hearted affair with lots of laughter, and the odd mistake here and there.  Luckily Elaine is always to the rescue, and sorts everyone out. ...