I have got to tell you about a coincidence. Last week, Lisa left a comment about an American comedian I’d not heard of before. I was curious. I put him on my list to look up later and then forgot. A few days later, I was looking for a quote […]
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Liberty Quilt
If you have ever rubbed your tummy, whilst patting your head, you’ll know it’s an odd feeling. Making this quilt felt pretty similar. I pieced it in autumn and quilted it December, surrounded by Christmas lights and festive music. The pretty floral patterns, in summer /spring colours, were in sharp […]
Read moreMaking mistletoe and deer gift tags
I made gift tags this weekend. I wish I could say it was part of a well thought out master plan. One where everything neatly dove tails into a jolly, festive theme. Worthy of a magazine spread, but it isn’t. It’s purely down to the mistletoe fabric crying out to […]
Read moreShe believed she could – motivational embroidery
(affiliated links included) There is something very natural about embroidering, for me. It’s something I don’t do often, as it feels slightly indulgent. Not for a practical purpose. I do love doing it. Hundreds of tiny stitches, positioned precisely spelling out motivational embroidery or creating a picture. In this case, […]
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