Thursday, March 20, 2008

Back from Crafty Weekend all fired up



Weekend away with fellow crafters who were the most focused of all women, sharing ideas, generous in spirit and all driven to create the most wonderful of things.
The bag above is inspired by Sooz
I just love the lining fabric, don't remember where i got it but it looks great with the denim from Savers!
The little owl came from a pattern whilst surfing,he is made from some hand dyed felt that I had in my stash. Meanwhile I'm going to try to crochet. Inspired by this woman
Seeing all the beautiful yarns that are available has even made me think I could knit something for myself - inspiration comes from here. Oh thank you for welcoming me into your circle.

However, the washing is not done, the floors are a mess, but the children are fed and nurtured and I am happy creating.

Sunday, February 24, 2008

How much crap can one girl take?



Maybe it's the hormones but why do I feel that the world makes less and less sense, only my children, my husband and my friends seem to be what matters, the rest can go to hell as they say.
My puppy was attacked at dog obedience school, I think I came off the worst, trauma, not wanting to go back, wondering why the other handler froze when clearly her dog started to growl and take a dominant stance, why did I have to growl at her dog first, why was she silent through the whole ordeal, why did I leave with my tail between my legs? Sometimes I think so many of us really are with out the right tools for this life. Dog then went to the vet who tells me the lump on his abdomen needs surgery.OMG what next?

Well Etsy that's what and the encouraging words of all bloggers and etsyites out there, thanks to Peasoup for starting me on this journey. Check out my site I would love whatever feedback you care to leave.
And here's what I said bravely to the 7 year old, tomorrow is another day and the sun will shine and there will be laughter and love.

Tuesday, January 22, 2008

New Year musings

Well we're all back from QLD and much wetter for it.
Settling back in and took a couple of days at Torquay just me and the kids better weather than up north.

Took the muttley to first obedience class for the year and sprained my lower back = agony, day two still can't dry my toes or pick anything up from the floor, the children are working very hard.

Did manage to be a bit crafty and make a doggy do bag holder.


Ist born made a leather keeper for his amethyst and very proud he was too, we also hand dyed some yarn that I will attempt to "knit" into something useful.Pics to come.

I've been playing around with some second hand kimono fabric which will miraculously turn into stylish cushions.

Thursday, December 13, 2007

Bags for my neices



I don't see them very often, they are 12 and 9 and I hope they will like that their Aunty has taken the handmade pledge and made them each a bag for Christmas.
Next one for me I will line and put in a zipper pocket and perhaps a matching mobile sock.

Wednesday, December 12, 2007

Birthday Present for Zoe



Nearly there, Christmas that is. Presents for children only this year and Christmas dinner in Queensland, so no me caught in the melee. I have subscribed to the handmade pledge and made lots of things.
This is compendium for my sister-in-law's birthday on the 23rd, rather happy with this one, hope she is. Man-about-the house thinks it's terrific!
Made two felt bags for my neices, almost finished will post tomorrow, my boys thought they made great hats.

Saturday, December 8, 2007

The simple things

I took a friends beautiful four year old daughter on a walk with my adolescent border collie. The little one did trip over and skin her knee but as determined as she is, she soldiered on.
On our walk we found Mr. Grasshopper and all his friends, Miss Golden butterfly, and the teeny blue butterfly. We waited for the pony to come but he was busy off over the hill and didn't want to play today. We stopped often, looking closely at all our wonderful discoveries, all the while chatting and musing about the world. The doggy finally settled into his walk and showed me that he actually had been listening in Obedience class.
My little friend's Mum is having another bub and was peacefully resting on my couch while we were out, this was a wonderful gift for us both, she rested and I got to remember how simple life is through the eyes of her daughter.



This is what I call my "Hello Baby" wrap for newborns, it's fleece felted on to muslin with silk embellishments all in the shape of a heart and makes a wonderful gift.

Monday, December 3, 2007

Another sign?

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Lost major contract from the other world of "Events" and felt initially a bit miffed and then some thoughts occurred to me like, gee where did the pain in my neck go that I have been carrying around with me for weeks while negotiations were taking place? The lack of energy from which I was going to consult the naturopath for, suddenly replaced by my familiar pep and verve! Further evidence perhaps the universe is steering my in my new direction, however a bit worrisome on the financial side, but a friend reminded me of the "jump and the net will appear" statement, so here I am jumping.


This scarf is commission and is fleece and silk embellishments on pure wool kimono lining which makes for a very refined piece.



This another commission for the local Steiner inspired toy store for their door.

So stay tuned for further craftiness with my new store on etsy!