Monthly Archives: October 2011

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Posted on October 31, 2011 by

I’ve just realised it’s the 31st of October (where has this month gone??!!) and it is also the last day of Blogtoberfest….. and I’ve done it!! Yep, every day this month there’s been a post; I admit there’s been a … Continue reading →

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Gunna Do #2

Posted on October 31, 2011 by

This Gunna Do is a fairly new project idea, but the fabrics have been around for a long time on the Gunna Do list. While sorting through my more modern prints and florals a little while ago, it struck me … Continue reading →

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Tangible, Touchable Colour

Posted on October 30, 2011 by

I have been thoroughly enjoying Sunday night’s television with the showing of the delightful “No 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency” (ABC 1 8.30pm), not least because of the amazing, wonderful, fabulous fabrics in the dresses and head bands that Mma Ramotswe … Continue reading →

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Class Show and Tell

Posted on October 29, 2011 by

Another super busy day at class with 11 students all diligently applying their skills, learning new ones, and taking quick refreshers too, as well as lots of lovely chat and laughter. Lorraine, Marilyn, Judy and Peggy (Welcome Back Peggy!) were … Continue reading →

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Finishes, Failed Fairies and Fabulous Fruit

Posted on October 28, 2011 by

I’ve finally finished the samples for the trade show in November.  Sneak peak following…. (Don’t tell anyone what you’ve seen, OK??!!) The other day I came home from class and a visit and a stop off at the green grocer, … Continue reading →

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A Sara Quilt Update

Posted on October 27, 2011 by

The lovely Sara has sent some photos of her quilt’s progression which she’s very kindly allowed me to share with you….. How yuummy is this quilt?!?! Don’t you just love the mix of different shirtings for sashings?  And all combined … Continue reading →

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Calling All Medallioniers!

Posted on October 26, 2011 by

Now that my Round 2 is made, attached, photographed and up on Flickr I can safely say… “WHERE ARE YOU?????” With less than a week until Round 3, those of us who have finished our Round 2 – ahem!! – … Continue reading →

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A Bit of Flower Love

Posted on October 25, 2011 by

Bought myself a bunch of flowers the other day (anemones??) and as the weather had turned rather nasty it was so cheering to enjoy these vibrant colours in the family room amid grey and rainy skies. Our weekend trip out … Continue reading →

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A Noteworthy Sewing Day

Posted on October 24, 2011 by

Saturday Sewing this month was a special, noteworthy day as one of our crew has just celebrated an “0″ birthday (not saying who, or which 0!!).  It’s a tradition in our group for each member to receive a quilt on … Continue reading →

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Trains, Kettles & White Wedding Dresses

Posted on October 23, 2011 by

Spent the first half of last week up with the Kettles.  Decided to go up by train; one of these new-fangled high speed things.  This new technology didn’t necessarily mean smooth sailing riding…… I made my way to our local … Continue reading →

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