My creative space.

A sea of pins today.

The good news:

• Blocks cut, and pieced - Check
• Quilt top designed and sewn together - Check
• Quilt back completed - Check
• Quilt basted - Check

The bad news:

I've just discovered that I completely forgot to pack my walking foot  *sobs*.  I've been making this thing like a Trojan the last few days only to discover I can't finish it 'til I'm home.  Why why why didn't I pack it?   I'll just have to wait it out but it's burning a hole in me.  I guess I'll just gaze at it for a few days...

More at the best place to be on a Thursday.

241 Tote

I mentioned yesterday that I'd been doing a little pattern testing in the last week or so.  And it has been such a pleasure to test this cute new tote for Anna at Noodlehead because it's so nice! (and so is Anna too!).  

This is such a great pattern.  It includes instructions and full scale printable patterns for two very cute bags - one with open pockets and the other with zips.  Here's my zippy version!  I used some natural coloured cotton canvas and this sweet BJ Lantz print (Fresh-aire for studio e).

It's been a lovely way to spend some sewing time, and this bag has already been put to good use.

If you'd like to make this too, head over to Anna's to read all about it or purchase the pdf pattern here.

A bit of this and a bit of that.

I'm all cut, ready to piece and looking forward to the next step in my holiday quilt.

Other than quilting, I've been doing a bit of pattern testing (more on that later), having a daily dip in the ocean, enjoying this coffee and watching this series (oh my, it's good, please don't make me wait too long for season two).

Have a lovely weekend!

xo

My creative space.

Ironing some Innocent Crush fat quarters by the sea this week while we have a family break away. 

Next step:  cutting fat quarters after a quick swim.

 I could really get used to this.

Far more productive spaces here.

Love this vintage...

Mustard yellow bag from Ready Set Go.  Very cute.

I'm heading off on a little holiday soon, so limited posting from me in the next little while.  See you every so often!

Vera Wang Spring 2011

 I've been around the web searching out lots of wedding finery of late - my little brother is getting married!  So, to my soon to be beautiful sister-in-law here is some amazing inspiration for you!  Gorgeous new Vera Wang bridal wear for Spring 2011 is popping up everywhere.

Here are my two favourites:

The Freya Dress (exceptional colour!)

And this beauty is the Farrah dress...oh so lovely!  I love the sheer shoulder piece over the bodice.

To see more of this beautiful collection head over to Vera Wang.  You won't be disappointed.

Mr J.A.

This little pram blanket was made this week for another new baby in my life.  Lovely Michael Miller Zoology Print one side and cozy bamboo fleece on the other (so soft!!). 

I added his initials as well, just to finish it off and personalise it.  To say I'm excited about this little man's arrival is an understatement.

Have a lovely weekend folks.

x