Owls and Frypans

A Birthday is approaching for a special friend, and I decided that I wanted to make something unique for Karla. I know that she loves owls, so I thought I would have a go at making a cute little owl cushion for her.  

I was so happy to head into my "crafty nook" and get designing. The Ballerina assisted me with colour and fabric choices and I rummaged around for bits and pieces I could use. It is such a delight to not have to go out and buy anything.

My fry pan even made the perfect template for the cushion shape!

Recycled and vintage materials were used, including an old grey short sleeve lambswool jumper (hellooo Mother's Day circa '95) for the head and backing, and an old striped ironing board cover complete with foam and cotton batting. 

I was very happy with how it turned out, and I am looking forward to seeing her reaction!

 

Before and after - sketch to creation

 Don't you love it when an idea turns out just how you had hoped?

A Good Trade

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gold- plated left overs

Take one bag of unloved gold bits and pieces, trade it in for cash at one of those gold buyer booths at the shopping centre. Next buy a piece you really love, and still have money left over. Now that's what I call a good trade!

Beautiful Things

Beautiful prizes won during Blogtoberfest. A gorgeous photo from Kellie at 74 Lime Lane and a stunning embroidered purse from Carmel at Solomon Sewing, with my initial.

A thoughtful gift from a special friend, who knows me well

Beautiful things ordered online. Heather Ross fabric from RetroMummy and dyed wool felt from Winterwood

HOW SPOILT AM I?

also check out this giveaway for beautiful earrings. You won't be disappointed, but I will be if I don't win!

Tick it off the list

Yippee, I've finished my doll, and I just love the way she has turned out. Now I have plans for you dear dolly, just you wait and see...

p.s Don't forget to enter my little competitionthere's not too much competition at the moment (ha ha) Just leave me a comment to enter. I would love it if you could give me some feedback on my items for sale. There is a link to my 'shoppe' in the sidebar. Thanks for looking...

On My Desk

Here is what's on my desk tonight:

• Little Golden Books
• Notebook and pencil for idea jottings
• Tiny owl for upcoming giveaway (stay tuned)
• Dictionary and Thesaurus

Hazel and Hoot

I'd like to introduce Hazel and her little owl Hoot, out enjoying a Spring morning.

I have made a sweet dress and bloomers out of vintage hankies belonging to her namesake, my Grandmother, Hazel. Little Hoot is embroidered onto linen fabric.

The pair are inseperable!