tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5586687481785237082024-03-04T21:16:08.531-08:00The Patchwork RobinMelaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.comBlogger219125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-8943916058683345712016-06-16T12:04:00.000-07:002016-06-16T12:04:07.559-07:00Swap Sign Up<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Kimberley@<a href="http://creativechaosnz.blogspot.co.uk/2016/06/2016-dishcloth-or-mug-rug-swap.html">Creative Chaos</a> is hosting her Dishcloth or Mug Rug Swap. I had a great time doing this swap last year so I'm definately signing up again. Sign ups are open until 26th June so why not pop over to her Blog and have a look. </div>
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Tracy@<a href="http://madaboutbagsuk.blogspot.co.uk/2016/06/strawberry-swap.html">Mad About Bags</a> is hosing a Strawberry Swap. I love this swap it's one of my favourites as I do like strawberries. Sign ups for this one are open until tomorrow 17th June so you'll have to be quick if you want to join in.</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-88956576234662247692016-06-16T09:20:00.003-07:002016-06-16T09:20:59.104-07:00Spring Holidays<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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At the end of May we went on a family holiday to Whitby. The weeks running up to it had been glorious and the sun had been blazing.</div>
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The first day was lovely, a bit windy but we used that to our advantage. We bought a kite and had a great evening on the beach all running about like big kids.</div>
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But the rest of the weeks weather was awful and we had torrential rain for most of it, with a few hours were we could get out and do some crabbing and exploring.</div>
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I'd given myself a challenge of climbing the 199 steps from the town up to the Abbey every day. We were stopping in a fisherman's cottage on the Harbour so it wasn't too far to the steps. </div>
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The first day I found it hard going but it got alot easier as the week went on and by the end of the week I felt a real sense of achievement.</div>
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Just before we left for home my girls treated me to an afternoon tea at the Blitz Tea Rooms.</div>
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It was lovely and we really enjoyed it. </div>
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I managed to get a bit of crafting done in the evenings as we didn't much fancy going out in the rain.</div>
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I started my first Corner to Corner blanket and I can't believe I haven't done one before. It's so addictive. The yarn I'm using is King Cole Cherish baby DK.</div>
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I also got a few more hexies done.</div>
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Now we're home it's back to normality.</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-92089644106318312852016-06-07T05:52:00.001-07:002016-06-07T05:52:40.013-07:00Santa Sack Swap Time<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It's sign up time again for Santa Sack Swap over with <a href="http://santasackswap.blogspot.co.uk/">Cheryll</a>. </div>
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Sign ups close on the 10th June so why not pop over and have a look.</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-15621593605354815952016-05-14T00:45:00.001-07:002016-05-14T00:45:10.270-07:00Splendid Sampler <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I've joined in with lots of other quilters doing <a href="http://www.thesplendidsampler.com/">The Splendid Sampler</a> and enjoyed looking at everyone's take on the blocks and how they have adapted them to suit their own taste. </div>
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I'm nearly up to date with the blocks which are released every Sunday and Thursday. There are a couple I'm leaving out so far as they aren't my cup of tea and I've only started one of the embroidery ones.</div>
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I decided to just use three colour's red,cream/beige and blue. I'm also trying not to buy many new fabrics and just use ones from my stash, so far I've just bought a couple of reds and one blue. </div>
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The weather here in the UK is starting to warm up now, so I'm looking forward to doing some sewing outside soon. Fingers crossed!</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-80322330969472003762016-03-28T13:34:00.000-07:002016-03-28T13:34:18.353-07:00Easter <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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On Thursday I had the most wonderful surprise.</div>
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The postie had left me an unexpected parcel. Maria <a href="http://dottysdaughter.blogspot.co.uk/">@Dotty's Daughter</a> had sent Lily and myself an Easter goodie pack. I had commented on one of her IG pics of the Rabbit that Lily loves them and she parcelled it up and sent it for us along with some sweet treats and a decoration for my tree.</div>
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Maria you are so kind and thoughtful. Thank you so much.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUCNQp2eu27UYXJsdxltomjRvoAKPYLaaILUqZ5zeO2clJvtgeD0I2TnoZ5m1V5U53IJTX6t39vlxcj0-zTLDljYP5GVhrg00k_tuQvC9wpkcaz06pYuWquL1EmYg9OW7uagGcw97NJvQ/s1600/IMG_1989.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUCNQp2eu27UYXJsdxltomjRvoAKPYLaaILUqZ5zeO2clJvtgeD0I2TnoZ5m1V5U53IJTX6t39vlxcj0-zTLDljYP5GVhrg00k_tuQvC9wpkcaz06pYuWquL1EmYg9OW7uagGcw97NJvQ/s320/IMG_1989.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>
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I also joined in with <a href="http://creativechaosnz.blogspot.co.uk/">Kimberley's</a> Easter Swap and was partnered with <a href="http://beadsbuttonsandbirds.blogspot.co.uk/">Laura</a> and she sent me these fabulous gifts.</div>
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I love them all Laura thank you xxx</div>
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Lily baked the cakes for Easter this year Bunny cakes, Egg nest cakes and Pigs in Mud cakes. we loved them and they were very tasty(there are some left).</div>
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She even bought me an Easter bouquet. </div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-61403791315428054612016-03-14T05:38:00.001-07:002016-03-14T05:38:11.899-07:00Spring has Sprung<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Spring is finally here it was such a sunny morning I thought I would make some pancakes with frozen summer berries and a coconut yoghurt as a treat after the school rush.</div>
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They were delicious!</div>
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We've been out in the garden clearing up from winter and planning for the summer. </div>
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Even a ladybird has ventured out on the Hellebores.</div>
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My DH thinks I have gone mad as I've decided the a lot of the plants should go as they have seen better days. I think he would just leave everything where it is, but quite a few of the plants have seen better days and some are just far too invasive.</div>
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I can't believe how quickly Easter has come round, it doesn't seem like five minutes since Christmas. I'd better add getting the Easter decs out to my list of jobs to do this week or it will all be over before I realise it.</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-69453212937857307292016-02-26T15:38:00.002-08:002016-02-26T15:38:40.314-08:00Easter Baskets <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I've been trying out a couple of different baskets to put my Easter goodies in. </div>
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The brown one is a tutorial from Olivia @ <a href="http://girlybunches.com/easter-treats-free-pattern-for-crochet-easter-basket/">Girlybunches</a>. I used Aran wool and a size 6mm hook.</div>
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I was quite surprised by how easy it was to follow the tutorial, I'm only a novice when it comes to crochet but thanks to the wonder that is YouTube I'm getting a little more adventurous with my stitches. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/"></a></div>
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Then I thought I would try a pattern out of my own (the yellow basket). I was quite surprised at how well it turned out. I'm going to embellish it with a few crocheted flowers, then fill it full of chocolate. How long it will stay full for is another matter ;)</div>
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I've also decided to join the <a href="http://www.thesplendidsampler.com/">The Splendid Sampler Quilt Along</a>. There are two 6" blocks a week using lots of different techniques. I'm hoping to get the first four blocks finished this weekend and post some pictures next week.</div>
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I've also put my name down for a couple of swaps. Sign ups are still open so if you fancy joining in pop over to</div>
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<a href="http://madaboutbagsuk.blogspot.co.uk/2016/02/super-stationary-swap.html#comment-form">Tracy</a> @ MadAbout Bags for her Stationary Swap</div>
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And <a href="http://www.creativechaosnz.blogspot.co.uk/2016/02/easter-swap.html">Kimberley</a> @ Creative Chaos for her Easter Swap. You'll have to be quick as sign ups for this one close tomorrow</div>
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Melanie xxx</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-75814474026811598782016-01-25T13:59:00.001-08:002016-01-25T13:59:47.317-08:00Sunshine through the Rain<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I needed a bit of cheering up as the weather is so dull and depressing at the minute, so I picked a couple of bunches of daffodils and they did the trick. They sat in my kitchen making me smile an think of sunshine every time I've looked at them.</div>
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I found my Valentine quilt top out after a good rummage through my WIP's.</div>
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I hadn't got as far as I thought!</div>
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The borders are now on so I just need to quilt it and it'll be done.</div>
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I've also been doing some stitching for the <a href="http://madaboutbagsuk.blogspot.co.uk/">Send a Little Love Swap</a> hosted by Tracy. I love this swap I've been taking part in it for a few years now and it never fails to start my Swap year off with a bang.</div>
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I can't actually believe that it's nearly the end of January! Where did it go? The months seam to wizz by alot quicker the older I get.</div>
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I'm of to do a bit more stitching. Have a lovely week.</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-68757865119390005082016-01-14T03:38:00.000-08:002016-01-14T03:38:03.321-08:00Ta-Da<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It's taken a while but I have eventually finished my Granny Stripe blanket from <a href="http://attic24.typepad.com/weblog/granny-stripe.html">Attic 24</a> </div>
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I bought the wool pack from Yarndale 2014 and started it in the October, so it has been a long project. I wanted it for my bed so it was rather large. I love it now it's done and I've bought the Cozy Stripe wool pack so that is next for the hook!</div>
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I haven't done any sewing at all this year yet.<br />
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I think I'm going to finish a Valentine quilt while I decide what to do. I've had it on the go for umpteen years, so it's about time I finished it. As far as I can remember it just needs backing and quilting, but I could be wrong! I'll go and dig it out tomorrow and see what needs doing.<br />
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Melanie xxxx</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-68409433800034562122016-01-09T14:03:00.001-08:002016-01-09T14:03:15.751-08:00Swap Roundup<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Here are a couple more Christmas swaps I participated in.<br />
I was partnered with Maria for the <span style="text-align: left;">Send us your Christmas Swap.</span></div>
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She sent me lots of lovely gifts</div>
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I was also her secret #StitchingSanta Swap partner and sent her these goodies.</div>
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And received these from <a href="https://sewsweetsally.wordpress.com/2015/12/14/stitching-santa-mines-nearly-ready/">Sally</a></div>
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Thanks for being fabulous swap partners.</div>
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Melanie xxx</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-50389307731453797582016-01-08T06:21:00.000-08:002016-01-08T06:21:52.763-08:00Santa Sack Swap 2015<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The lovely <a href="http://santasackswap.blogspot.co.uk/">Cheryll</a> hosted her annual Santa Sack Swap and I was partnered up with <a href="http://madaboutbagsuk.blogspot.co.uk/">Tracy</a> and she really spoiled me.</div>
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This is what I sent in her sack.</div>
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Thanks ladies for a great swap.</div>
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Melanie xxx</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-60999601265863386162015-12-30T08:52:00.001-08:002015-12-30T08:52:12.397-08:00Catching Up <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It's been quite a while since I last posted.</div>
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I've lots to share, so I'll take a few days now that all the hullabaloo of Christmas is nearly done.</div>
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I'll start with the Cracker Swap hosted by <a href="http://madaboutbagsuk.blogspot.co.uk/">Tracy@Mad About Bags</a></div>
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I was partnered with <a href="http://feltabulous.blogspot.co.uk/">Ellie@Feltabulous</a>.</div>
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These are the fantastic gifts I received from Ellie she really spoiled me.</div>
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These are the gifts I sent for Ellie.</div>
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Thankyou so much for being a wonderful swap partner Ellie.</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-75743086591737190022015-11-09T03:33:00.002-08:002015-11-09T03:33:43.641-08:00FNWF<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I'm a tad late posting about Cheryll's FNWF get together.This weekend has been so hectic.</div>
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I didn't mind it being hectic though as they were all treats for me from my family and friends as it was my birthday last Thursday.</div>
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I decided to make a hexi wreath christmas table centre for my friend as she's not feeling well at the minute, so I hope it will cheer her up a bit.</div>
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This was the start of the night.</div>
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Just before bed :)</div>
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I'm hoping to get it finished and posted off as soon as possible so I had better get my fingers stitching away as fast as I can. </div>
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Why not pop over to <a href="http://stitchingcubbyhole.blogspot.com.au/">Cheryll's</a> and have a look at what we all got up to.</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-87968571199180006922015-10-30T00:36:00.000-07:002015-10-30T00:36:31.615-07:00Halloween <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Happy Halloween.</div>
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It really is one of my favorite times of year and I tend to go a little overboard, much to my DH dismay but he just lets me get on with it. </div>
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I started this quilt top last year but didn't manage to get it finished in time for Halloween. So this year I pulled it out of the WIP drawer and got it finished. I'm really happy with how it looks finished.</div>
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I've been so busy doing secret Christmas sewing I haven't had time to do any Halloween projects which is not like me at all. Maybe after Christmas I'll get a couple done for next year fingers crossed. </div>
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The weather is absolutely dreadful and I was hoping to get my outdoor decorations up this morning but it's not looking like that's going to happen until a lot later this afternoon, if the weather forecast is anything to go by. We've got a Halloween party tomorrow so I won't really have time then. So lets hope for a let up in the rain. </div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-85602887071448091642015-10-23T13:42:00.003-07:002015-10-23T13:42:33.028-07:00A catch up!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It's been a while since I last posted.But I can show a few of the things I've been making for swaps, now my partner has received them.</div>
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I made these Halloween/Autumn themed gifts for Loretta.</div>
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This is my stitched pieceit's from JCS Halloween Special called Trick or Treat, by Barb Cooley of Plum Pudding Needle Art.</div>
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Tina sent me these wonderful goodies. I love houses so this was right up my street.</div>
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The other goodies she sent were great I loved them all especially the peg note holders. They have come in very handy indeed.</div>
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I while ago I put my name down for a giveaway by <a href="http://creativechaosnz.blogspot.co.uk/">Kimberley@Creative Chaos</a>. </div>
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I had forgotten all about it until these fabulous goodies were delivered this morning, just in time for my Halloween party next Saturday.</div>
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Tonight I'm going to try and get a few of my felt Christmas ornies finished while I watch a movie or two.</div>
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I was quite industrious on Friday night as I joined lots of wonderful ladies over at <a href="http://stitchingcubbyhole.blogspot.com.au/">Cheryll's</a> for a spot of crafting.</div>
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I managed to finish my Cocoa Cup row for a christmas SAL I started last year.</div>
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You never know I may even finish it this year, but I'm making no promises!</div>
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I also started my October cross stitch for The Christmas Ornie SAL. It's a Bent Creek design, I hope it grows on me as I stitch it because it's not one of my favorites at the moment.</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-16598758421868690412015-09-30T16:03:00.001-07:002015-09-30T16:03:11.863-07:00Christmas Ornies<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I haven't had much that I can blog about this month as I've spent most of it making Christmas gifts or swap gifts that haven't been able to show. </div>
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I have finished a couple of cross stitches I've been doing for the Christmas Orni SAL</div>
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Both Lizzie Kate designs. </div>
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I just need to decide what to make Merry Ho Ho into. I'm leaning towards a door hanger I think.</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-46659255616258357942015-09-06T14:16:00.000-07:002015-09-06T14:16:58.802-07:00FNWF It's Finished<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I decided it was about time I finished my Husiff.</div>
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Here it is all done!</div>
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I found this gorgeous button in my box and I think it goes really well with the Tilda fabric I've used. </div>
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The lace edged bias tape really finished it off.</div>
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Why not pop over to Cheryll's blog and see what we all got up to.</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-101672206718942372015-08-29T08:10:00.001-07:002015-08-29T09:02:40.069-07:00Where did the time go!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I can't believe that it's two weeks since my last post! Where did the time go? </div>
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Well I can answer that but I still can't believe it's been two weeks.</div>
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I've been decorating and one bedroom turned into the enire upstairs. It's all finished now apart from a bit of tweeking.</div>
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So craft room here I come.</div>
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I have been doing a little Cross Stitching in the evenings. For the August <a href="http://christmasorniesal2015.blogspot.co.uk/">Christmas Ornie SAL 2015</a></div>
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It needs to be finished by Monday but theres not an awful lot left to do so that's my Bank Holiday sewing project sorted :)</div>
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It's a Lizzie Kate design Merry Ho Ho and I've used evenweave to stitch on.</div>
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It's a little late, but I've been at Harry Potter World with Lily and Rowan, so I haven't had chance to post.</div>
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I mentioned in my last post I've been busy working on my Husiff.</div>
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I got quite a bit done and I'm really pleased with how it's coming along.</div>
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I've still got a fair bit left to do but I'm hoping to have it finished by the weekend.</div>
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I just need to bind it and get some silk ribbon.</div>
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Everyone one who joined in was so productive. </div>
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Thanks to Cheryll for hosting a great craft night.</div>
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-18553746119975118042015-08-05T10:04:00.000-07:002015-08-06T01:52:33.636-07:00FNWF<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It's time again for Cheryll's <a href="http://stitchingcubbyhole.blogspot.co.uk/">FNWF</a>. Where she hosts a crafty get together and we stitch/craft the evening away.</div>
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I'll be tring to catch up with my Hussif. </div>
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I started it last week when <a href="http://www.elefantz.com/p/tutorials.html">Jenny</a> posted her <b>FREE</b> 5 day tutorial. </div>
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Here's my progress so far...</div>
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I love the stitcheries they are so cute.</div>
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Hoping to see a few of you on Friday Night...</div>
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I was partnered again to my delight with Maria from <a href="http://dottysdaughter.blogspot.co.uk/">Dotty's Daughter</a> in a swap hosted by <a href="http://creativechaosnz.blogspot.co.uk/">Kimberley</a></div>
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I loved all the extras she popped in. The recipe cards have already been used. I made the Cawl which is a Welsh stew and it was delicious. Mmmmmm</div>
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The house she made me was so cute. I loved the roses around the door.</div>
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These are the gifts I sent.</div>
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Three crochet dishcloths. I love the strawberry one I've made quite a few of those from a free tutorial <a href="http://thecrochetcrowd.com/strawberry-dishcloth/">here</a>.</div>
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These are the extras I sent.</div>
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I picked the tea towels as they have the cutest birds on even a robin.</div>
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I joined in with <a href="http://wisdomwithneedleandthread.blogspot.co.uk/">Kim's</a> Christmas in July Swap and these are the wonderful gifts I received from Maria. She's a new face in blog land so why not pop over and say hello to <a href="http://dottysdaughter.blogspot.co.uk/">Dotty's Daughter</a>. </div>
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Three hanging ornies.</div>
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She has truly spoiled me. There were lots of elves walking sticks which I am sure will not last long.</div>
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I love the Robin postcard and all the other lovely goodies.</div>
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Maria's daughter also made me these beautiful Angels</div>
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She even sent a parcel for Lily with fluffy pens and a Cupcake trinket box to make. She was so surprised to have a gift too.</div>
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Thank you so much Maria for the gifts and Kim for being a great Swap Mama.<br />
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-4306798552350293112015-07-27T16:08:00.001-07:002015-07-27T16:08:30.378-07:00Blakes Blanket<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="text-align: center;">I'm knitting a baby blanket for a friend. I found the free pattern </span><a href="http://rarepurls.net/Patterns.html" style="text-align: center;">HERE</a><span style="text-align: center;"> and it's knitting up really quickly. </span><br />
<span style="text-align: center;">I was looking for a pale peach wool but I couldn't find the colour I wanted, they were all to bright, so I opted for lemon and I'm glad I did. It looks nice and fresh.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span style="text-align: center;">I'd like to welcome to my new followers. Thanks for popping into my world and giving your kind comments. My tardy blogging habits will hopefully be rectified now that the chaos of the last few weeks at junior school are over. </span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span style="text-align: center;">I have a week to myself as Lily is at Peak Camp 2015 at Chatsworth with Guides. It is so quiet without her around. But it sounds like they are having a whale of a time, even though it has been pouring with rain for the last couple of days! Rowan is off house sitting tomorrow so it will just be me and my DH until Saturday. </span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><span style="text-align: center;">I'm hoping to make a large dent in my to do list, some is already ticked off so I may even have time for a bit of crafting before their return.</span></span><br />
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Melaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10271933251636352634noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-558668748178523708.post-78176918161687155602015-07-07T01:56:00.000-07:002015-07-07T01:56:03.087-07:00FNWF<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It's that time of the month again when <a href="http://stitchingcubbyhole.blogspot.com.au/">Cheryll</a> hosts FNWF and we all get down to a little or alot of crafting.<br />
I've been busy making bunting for the garden during the day, but in the evening I was finishing off the last bits for my Christmas In July swap which I'll blog about when my partner has received them.</div>
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I also got a lovely bouquet of flowers from my DH which was totally unexpected. I love the flowers in the teapot they look beautiful on the landing at the top of the stairs.</div>
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