....... an exquisite boutique for that something special


Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Tea Cup Purse

Yesterday I went and had a sewing day with Catherine from Catalina's Cottage.
I was feeling rather unwell so I sat on her couch and did a crochet square while she made a Tilda Lavendar Wing. I have a virus of some sort and I was enjoying very much sitting in front of her fire, chatting and watching the movie Enid.

When I got home I took some Brufen to dull the incredible unwell feeling I had. I felt rather inspired by Catherine.. her love of sewing and creating, last night I decided to make something that has been on my to do list for a very long time.

I spotted a tutorial for these teacup purses about 18months ago. You know how it goes, you download these patterns and never get around to making them. Well, this wasnt a pattern, you had to draw that up yourself. I just think they are so cute. This one is made from a Timeless Treasures fabric. The Teacup has teacups and the little bag has cakes. Inside the little bag is teabags.

This could be used as a coin purse for a little girl 

I decided to make this as I didnt have any teabags wrapped separately. Just a very simple bag with a ribbon attached.


The inside of the little purse.

I will be making some more. They are quick and simple to make. I just wish I had alot more friends that liked to have cups of tea. 

I have been doing a bit of crochet as I said. I am making 4in squares with crochet flowers in the middle.. These will probably be made into a bag. Watch the space for that. 

Take care


Thursday, May 26, 2011

Tilda Bird

My latest creation

A Tilda Bird



I used a kebab stick so I can poke it into some soil in a pot plant.
I made the wings differently to in the book
I stuffed them and then sewed them... then  hand sewed them in place

The bird is made from Tilda fabric. This story of fabric is my favourite in the Tilda range. Purchased from the UK.

Its a raining old day here today

Happy sewing


Saturday, May 21, 2011

Little Quilt

Ive been sewing today
This little quilt is for a girlfriends little baby boy.
These are a kind of 'signature' pressie I give when friends have babies.
These are designed to be used in their carseats. They are the perfect size. They are also great for a changing mat.







I hope you are having a great weekend


Sunday, May 15, 2011

Felt Flower Paperclip Tutorial back again

Click HERE for the tutorial

The first Tutorial disappeared...  

I hope you enjoy


Thursday, May 5, 2011

Look what I made today..

I had some wool felt that I purchased from Annie's Downs shop when I was in Australia last year. 
I had a look through my stash and this is what I have come up with.
The post below has the links for the free pattern.
This is a Heather Bailey design.
I havnt been able to print Heather's pattern off as I carnt get my printer to work on my new laptop. I had the pincushion pattern printed already from another time I downloaded it so that was good.

I just made this by looking at the photo. So please be aware that my leaves are not like the ones on the pattern.

I am now off to make a friend one of my carseat blankies for her new baby. This is one of 'trademarks'... something I love to make any new baby. They are quick, easy (here I go again) Miss Quick and Easy that I am. I have some Paddington Bear fabric that I will be using. Hopefully I will have it made so I can show you tomorrow.

Also, welcome to my new readers... lovely to have you. Thanks for chosing to follow me.. I take that as a compliment.

Happy sewing and loads of inspiration 


Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Check this out!

I love Heather Bailey

I receive her emails. Today one came through saying that the above pattern is available free. I just love it. In her Webstore she is having a sale on her new felt colours.. be sure to  check them out.. they are divine!

 Click HERE to get the free pattern for the violets
Click HERE to download the square pincushion pattern

Thanks Heather for your generosity.


Tuesday, May 3, 2011

A Catch Up

I made this little bag for my daughter. I was trialing the pattern to put up onto my "Free Sewing Tutorials" page. Keep an eye out for this tutorial if you are interested. Im into quick and easy designs. Im always trying to work out shortcuts. This cute little drawstring bag is quick and easy.

I also want to share with you my Tilda Easter Swap goodies.

As I mentioned a couple of posts back I have a new laptop.. it is not the best at  uploading photos to blogger. It takes alot of time. So I have to find a better way.... anyhow... photos below

This are so cute.. made from a poly eggs and wrapped with vintage fabrics. The drawstring bag is made from vintage chenille... I love it... This were made for me by Sena from the USA...

Also
Sena made me a Hare


So cute with wire in the ears.. just love here to bits.. Her dress is made from vintage fabric too.

I also had Ana Maria as my other swap partner


Ana Maria made me the most lovely bag and eggs... three hanging ones. With Tilda buttons on them.. just love these to bits
She was so kind and also sent me some fabrics and buttons


Love these too.... Thanks Ana Maria... and Sena for your kindness and going the extra mile.

I also forgot... I got some chocolate yum yum... well that is gone!! havnt photographed that..

My son's 4th birthday cake.
Spiderman was his request.
I havnt made the best job of the icing ... but it will do.. He loves it and that is the main thing

We got away for a few days last week. We camped at this lovely place we go to up at the Bay of Islands here in New Zealand
We had the most amazing weather.
It was pouring down with rain in Auckland and we had sunshine and no wind.
We had a fire in the evening and cooked our dinner on it.
It was great and we had a lovely time together... my hubby, me and our two youngest children

Happy sewing!

Related Posts Plugin for WordPress, Blogger...