Do you remember when I started this quilt last July? I have been working on it every single evening, especially over the last month since I arrived at our new home. Sammy consented to pose so you could get a sense of perspective, size-wise: I does have a certain old-fashioned charm, doesn’t it? ♥ And… Continue reading A Hexagon Quilt Update and some Treasure
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Cheers for a Playful 2014!
Hello and Happy New Year! Have you ever chosen a word just one single word to guide you through the year? For the last couple of years I’ve held the word balance close to my heart. It was the word that helped me to navigate a very busy life: teaching up to 5 dance classes… Continue reading Cheers for a Playful 2014!
Boxing Day: Walking in a Winter Wonderland
We went for a lovely walk this afternoon up to Margaret Falls in Harold Park. I put a few bits and pieces of film together to create my first One Shuswap Minute for you. (If you’re viewing on your phone or other device you’ll need to visit the actual website to see the video.) I… Continue reading Boxing Day: Walking in a Winter Wonderland
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Little Sister: A Quilt Finish!
You’ve seen glimpses of this quilt over the last couple of years as I worked on the hand quilting. The pattern is called “Chinese Coins” or “Stacked Coins”, whichever you prefer. I made it for my sister, Heidi, and named the quilt “Little Sister”. Her favourite colour is purple ♥ The last few months I… Continue reading Little Sister: A Quilt Finish!
The Christmas songs you love to hate
A thread I’ve been following on Facebook prompts me to write this post. You may not thank me, but I humbly offer up what I consider to be the worst Christmas song ever. EVER. It is about a cat that freezes to death on Christmas eve saving the life of a mouse. And Santa arrives… Continue reading The Christmas songs you love to hate