busy, busy, busy...

I have had a busy day today with the camera and computer. I've been photographing what seems like every single piece of stock that I have but in truth it is only a small portion. It is such a long process and whilst I'm doing it I'm wishing I was at the sewing machine instead! But today I was rewarded with some sales not long after I had posted them on madeit, you've gotta love that! I'm aiming to spend the next day or so loading a few more things into my madeit shop for the Christmas shoppers.

Lots and lots of luggage tags, a great stocking filler.

Pencil cases for ........ pencils, toys, make-up and anything else your heart desires.

and this pic is just because! A luggage tag and a cutie little dress against a super cool and crusty door.



Take a look at other BOB & MABEL goodies here.

My Creative Space

I haven't been super busy by any stretch of the imagination but I have enjoyed the freedom over the last week to just create. I've had a few things on my mind lately and have now had the time to make and make some more.

I'm having fun with these "window" cushions. I have more that only need the front and backs sewn together but this great farm fabric is one of my favourites. The denim was thrifted and the farm fabric came from Mum's cupboard.

Loving these gorgeous little creatures. I found 2 NZ linen tea towels and made them into cushion covers.

My divine little poppet proudly wearing her new dress. My 2 girls ordered a new dress to wear to their Great Nan's 90th birthday on the weekend. This design has been in my head for ages and I nailed it on the first try. I'll be making more for the next Geelong Fairy Floss Market.


and hot off the press is the big girls dress. Her own design which I must say was quite specific but not difficult. Nothing like leaving things to the last minute, we are leaving for Mildura late this afternoon...

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Camping out

The kiddies and their Dad decided yesterday that they would sleep the night in our campervan ..... in the driveway! We bought this campervan for $200 last year and my hubby has been slowly fixing it up. It is still on the dodgy side and really needs a pretty up both inside and out but we love it and look forward to many a weekend away in it.

Sibling love.

Getting ready to watch a movie on the laptop.

10.15pm and they are still awake..... and I am inside all by myself!!!

A not so sunny and pleasant day outside today so here's hoping for happy inside children. Maybe some painting or baking may be in order.

I'm grateful for.........

This Saturday I am grateful for.................


Children that love school and love to learn. I am also grateful that their achievements are recognised and felt so proud seeing how chuffed Miss Blondie was to stand in front of her school to receive her award.

For funny, happy, crazy little kiddies who love being together.

For the sunshine and the worms. So far today there has been a worm hunting expedition going on in our backyard.

Looking under plants and rocks.

The prized possession, a very large worm!

I am grateful for the children to be happy and busy so that I can fill nail holes, do some gardening and maybe a bit of painting whilst listening to their laughter and funny chatter.

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My Creative Space

I've been up to a few different crafty activities this week. I have had a pile of things to get done for a friend including a few repairs.....yuk! Thankfully the repairs were done in no time and I got to make up some cushions for her. She has recently been to Hawaii and came home with some great fabric to be made up into cushions.


This one is in the process. It was a VERY large muu muu style dress and will soon be 2 very cool cushions.



I'm assuming these didn't come from Hawaii but they are gorgeous nonetheless!


My 3 year old had to pose with Chocolate the puppy on his head whilst winking ................ and why not?


These travel bags I made for my friend's daughters last year before their trip to Europe, the US and the UK. I am now sewing on the patches they collected along the way.

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New Salties!

Oh my! I am so very happy with my latest purchase, the Saltwater Sandal. I have been eyeing these little gems off since I saw Hayley write a post about them. I knew instantly that I would be strutting my stuff with them on my feet this summer. They arrived today and I literally tore the package apart and have had them on all day. They are super comfortable and remind me of the good old days of the roman sandal!!!



Check them out at Little Pinwheel.

Wordless Wednesday

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