November 30, 2008 at 8:06 pm (Animalz, Giftware)
We have some new friends. They are Australian made and designed, handcrafted from organic maplewood, using renewable resources, non toxic glues and paints. Oh and textiles. Given our bent towards fabrics and such, we find this particularly appealing.
So not only are they safe for the kids, they are environmentally friendly too. A percentage of your purchase supports wildlife organizations around the world. anamalz is looking after animals!
If you want to learn some more about these critters, click here.
**PS apologies for very average photography
**PPS Do you like how I have cleverly combined these posts, and slipped an Amy Butler fabric into the pics? Clever, huh??
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November 30, 2008 at 7:54 pm (Amy Butler, Quilting)
Yippee! Amy Butlers latest range of fabric is in-store now. Stayed up til 1.30am making new bag last night. Well worth it.
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November 28, 2008 at 10:28 pm (Cloth Activity Book)
Ok, so every single day we have a search show in our stats for someone trying to find a cloth activity book pattern. And we’ve had hundreds, oh OK, a few queries, requesting the pattern. And I really did have the best of intentions. My plan was to write it, print it, kit it, and send it flying your way. Right. So, where is it??? Well, it is at the bottom (still) of a very long To Do list, which does not seeem to be getting any shorter.
So instead, here are the images for you to see and play with. For free. With lots of love. Because this is a book that needs to be made with lots of love. Use your imagination, use your scraps, and make something special for a special little person in your life.
Happy Stitching!
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November 28, 2008 at 9:29 pm (Classes, Nice people Nice things BOM, Quilting)
Sorry, got side tracked for a moment by Billy. He was good, but now let me tell you about the day before! After a sleepless night (um, me, not Sue!), all went swimmingly, and fun was had, work was produced, and skills were learnt. And just what more could you ask for?? We are all now addicted to colourque, and think we are artists in the making (especially me, the proud owner of not one, but two sets of Derwent pencils!) After all, to quote our teacher, “We all coloured in at Kindy”.
The very talented Stubbings ladies (’specially for you Tess!)
The very talented Country Chix ladies.
And the very talented Roylene with her completed design.
Helen has been kind enough to leave us with many of her samples in the shop, so please call in and be inspired. We will also have an assembled version (I know, fancy, assembled!!!) of the Nice People Nice Things quilt arriving in the next few days.
Thanks Helen, we loved having you visit!
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November 27, 2008 at 6:37 pm (Just Stuff!)
He’s still got it!
It was all about the music, but I have to admit I felt a bit swoony…all a-flutter for this guy, I gotta tell ya!
No special effects, no big screens, no costume changes, just the man and his music, as it should be. The first half was like being in a Wine Bar (which would have been nice), just me and 12,000 of my closest friends. Backed by an amazing band, he rocked the second half.He played the music he enjoyed, and his audience was mesmerised. What a Legend.
PS Sorry I ditched you Rohan, but he was so worth it!!!!!
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November 24, 2008 at 10:23 pm (Uncategorized)
The Ascot Theatre is draped in gorgeous quilts and various fancies, we have relieved Helen of a good chunk of her luggage, and the kits are done. But I can’t shake that feeling we’ve forgotten something! As I sit here pondering, Sue has just rung to make dinner arrangements for tomorrow night! So, all of the important details are covered!! Oh well, I’m sure we will muddle through. Will have many photo’s of the Blessed Beauty workshop to share tomorrow!
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November 24, 2008 at 10:13 pm (Uncategorized)
Here’s a few recent Show and Tell’s:
Barbara has been on a roll with these table runners:
and Janet is beating me to become the Bag Queen (that’s a compliment!):
And on to some completely random not-crafty photo’s – just because. Here is a Wedding I did on Melbourne Cup Day (clearly not an Aussie couple!):
Doesn’t this make you wanna sail away on the nearest yacht with someone you love??
And this is one I took as homework for my recent photography course:
Told you. Completely random.
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November 24, 2008 at 9:35 pm (Just Stuff!)
How cool is that?? And it’s now my favourite. Not just cos she and her Mum wrote it (although I can’t deny it helps!). But because it’s really good. Really. It’s all about feelings, and if there’s a little person in your life who is starting school or kindy, or just starting a new phase in their life, I highly recommend it. Guess what all the kids in my family are getting this year?
Oh, and here’s Lenore at my personal book signing session, with her PA, Amelia. I did feed her lunch in return!
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November 17, 2008 at 6:42 pm (Classes, Quilting)
…til our BLessed Beauty Workshop!
So, here’s the go: We are kitting up for the class, as there are a few specific requirements, and this will be $40.00. This will be ready for you when you arrive at the Workshop. Incidentally, the workshop is being held at The Ascot Theatre. If your not sure where that is, just pop in to the shop and we will point you in the right direction. Please aim to arrive a few minutes early, as we will have a lot to get through, and will need to begin on time.
Additional requirements are listed here. And we will have some light refreshments at the conclusion of each Workshop, which will give everybody a chance to mingle and have a chat with Helen.
So, Questions? Ask us here, or give us a buzz at the shop on 8821 2700.
See you all soon!
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November 13, 2008 at 7:09 am (Just Stuff!)
One of the many jobs I have inherited while Hubby is away this week is the Bus Stop Drop Off. Normally this entails much prodding and poking and the occasional shout to get said child and husband organized and out of the door in time. Strangely, this week, our mornings have been peaceful and calm, and running on time – in fact yesterday morning, with joe in tow, we had also done the Supermarket shopping, purchased 3 Christmas presents, and arrived home by 9.30!!!
But I digress. I have been at the bus stop each morning to watch as the boys fall to the back of the line to allow the girls to board first! Impressive indeed – Chivalry is alive and well.
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