January Birthday Love Stash

Where has January gone to...... Happy Australia Day to everyone (what's left of it anyway). I've already shown you my gifts for January but I'll share again - the recipient will love them I'm sure (not necessarily the fabric though as it's an old school skirt!).

I'm working on some more card holders to put away; don't know who for... just in case - I'll share the photo's tomorrow.

Melanie  
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Orange & green..........

As you know I made a card wallet yesterday; well DH saw it and requested a smaller version. OK not a problem but then he brought me the fabrics he wanted...... YUK but as the saying goes "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder"

What does anyone else think??

On a happier note I made some birthday gifts; a scissor holder and a pin cushion/scrap bag. These I'm much happier with - I'd be happy to receive them.

I've joined in the fun with Narelle at 1 Xmas item a month; I've finally finished my Lynette Anderson "Christmas Fun" wall hanging. I know it's 11 months away but it's never too early to start being prepared........

See you soon

Melanie

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Grow your blog...

Hello and welcome to those of you who are visiting my blog for the first time. This is my first "Grow your blog" adventure so I just wanted to share a little 

bit about me and why I blog....

My name is Melanie; I'm a wife, daughter and mum to 2 DD's (teenage years!). In my professional life I'm a Registered Nurse but due to some health problems last year I'm reassessing which direction I need to take my life in next.

I'm a newish blogger. I opened my blog in February 2012 but didn't have the courage to actually post anything until October 2012 (oops). I "peeked" at others blogs I bit the bullet and just did it.

I blog a little about my life (my DD's achievements in Scouts and a little bit about me & DH); but my main blogging is reserved for my craft. I enjoy showing other crafters my creations and items I swap and receive.

I love taking part in swaps from all over the world and have made some new friends this way who also share a passion for craft. My main craft is quilting but I dabble in other crafts too - an angel upcycled from a book, cross stitch and paper folding. I'm no chef or cook (not my passion at all) or artist but I do love to see others work who were given these gifts.

So while you're here have a look around - see some of my creations - you may even find a photo of me (something else I don't do well) but you'll have to go back to Oct 13.

Why have I joined in Vikki's blog party? Simple to make new friends who share a passion for sharing. This can be anything; families; friends; crafts; faith; pets; likes; dislikes....... the list can go on forever but the passion everyone puts into their blogs doesn't ♥♥

As a small thank you for taking the time to visit and look around I'm having a giveaway. My main passion is quilting and fabric so just by leaving a comment (about anything at all) you could win 2 fat quarters and a skein of thread. 

The winner will be drawn February 15th and they can choose either a theme or a colour and I'll find fats to suit. 

Don't forget to go see who else is "growing their blog".

I'm going to make new friends now.........

Melanie

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A new card holder for Friday Night Sew In

I had a great night tonight joining in with lots of creative people for Friday Night Sew In. Thank you to Wendy for hosting; dinner was delicious (definitely a recipe to try at home).

Part of the night was spent "choosing" fabric for my next Anni Downs block - (not happy with the fabrics I've chosen tonight so will try again in the daylight) but here's what I've accomplished so far - 

 the needle turn applique is improving with each stitch.

I did do some sewing... I received a beautiful felt purse kit for Christmas from Kaye over at Kitten Stitching. Now this is my favourite purse and I love it to bits but I do struggle finding the "right" card.

So I consulted my friend "google" and found a pattern over at Nancy's Couture. Fabric chosen; sewing machine ready..... and the end result is.......

I should never lose a card again.  

Hope everyone else had a productive night; I'll pop round over the weekend to admire.......... 

Melanie

Travelling Treasures is going too ..............

Drum roll please .......... the winner is.......... (sorry a minute late!)











Congratulations Kaye - your parcel will be in the post tomorrow. In case you're all wondering why I put the maximum at 6 when the post says 12 comments this is because 6 of the comments were my replies. 

Kaye was also my partner for the Secret Santa Swap hosted by Cheryll over at Gone Stitchin but I can assure you it wasn't fixed DH did the screen shot for me of the Random Org and then we worked out who No 5 was.

I'm sure there'll be some treausures in the parcel that you will enjoy.

Thanks to Debbie for starting this journey; can't wait to read about it's future travels.

Off to pack a bag (shame I can't go too).........

Melanie