Monthly Archives: August 2015

Quilted Pillow Covers

When I made the pillow covers for my cousins, this was what I kinda had in mind. A lovely friend of mine had liked the heart block I did for my mum, so I thought I’d do something for her. … Continue reading

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L & A’s Quilted Pillows

I wanted to make something for my cousin and his new wife and also wanted to try out wool applique. Somehow I decided to make some pillows (I had another project in mind and wanted to try out pillows). I … Continue reading

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Complete Swedish Hearts Block Quilt

It’s been over a year since I gave it to Sparky’s MorMor, but I haven’t updated in so long! I finished the quilt I was making to take on our trip and give to MorMor – I originally blogged about … Continue reading

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Curious George

During the school holidays there aren’t as many children at Sparky’s day care. Last break the carers decided that the children who did attend could choose a special theme for each day. One day they were going to dress up … Continue reading

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Red and White Fabric Japanese Mystery Quilt

This quilt was started as part of a mystery quilt-a-long over Christmas 2013. I used mostly red Japanese fabrics, and I am pleased with it. It’s not the block pattern I would have chosen if I’d known which one it … Continue reading

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Equilateral Triangle – Rainbow Colours

I’m waiting for some fabric to make a quilt for some friend’s new baby, however I’m worried the fabric won’t arrive in time for me to make the baby quilt before we leave on holiday. So I used some fabric … Continue reading

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Big Block Blanket Knit-a-Long

I taught myself to knit when my dog Snuva died, as a distraction. I’ve never been very fast or very good, but I’d gotten by. I recently finished a kint-a-long through The Stash Cupboard. For 8 months I received wool … Continue reading

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