Squirrel!!!!

 Yep, I've gone off on a different tangent and decided I'd create a few flower coasters using the tutorial found HERE.

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AND...

I suppose I should be celebrating.  It was twenty years ago today that I hit publish on my very first blog post.  And they said it wouldn't last!  If you're interested in reading that bit of mumblings, you can see it HERE

- If you  have any Bluey fans in your life, I think THESE would be welcomed.

- There's an interesting discussion HERE around pricing handmade articles vs. big box store prices.  I ran into this the other day when I was surfing the 'net and came across a Canadian artist who does similar work to mine (but without the addition of the hours of embroidery I often add) and must admit I was astounded when I saw that she was asking $1800 and up...and many of her pieces were marked as being sold.  She certainly must travel in more exalted circles than I do, that's for sure!

- Sometimes the simplest solutions are the best as THIS might attest!

- There are some cute Easter bunny designs HERE.

- Although there doesn't seem to be any links towards the patterns for THESE, there are several that are awwwww-worthy to see.

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ummmmm.....

 Even I'm bored with me at the moment.  There's been nothing creative happening here whatsoever and so I guess that means an extra dose of mumblings.  However, I did buy myself some pretty spring flowers so at least I have something to show you...

- I've poked around some more on that site about decluttering I sent you to last time and came across THIS excellent article that you might also find helpful.

- THIS is an awww-worthy thing!

- As is THIS.

- There are lots of great ideas HERE for working with paper.

- I enjoyed looking through THESE.

- THIS is intriguing.  

- Perhaps you'd like to play with THESE ideas.

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At loose ends

 So....I made this fabric bowl using a tutorial from Molly and Mama (found HERE).  Not sure what I'll use it for, but it was fun to make. 

 And...I keep forgetting to share something sweet that arrived in my mailbox from Donna.  She stitched the feather and added the words 'As long as there are bluebirds, there will be miracles' on the tag.  It was a lovely surprise to find this in the mailbox - thank you Donna!

- Thanks to Vicki, I discovered THIS incredible artist.  I love how she adds a sculptural element to her quilts.  

- I like the idea of THIS to use up oddments of sock yarn.

- THIS might be fun to attempt!

- I know many of us feel the need to declutter and perhaps do a better job of using what we have, so THIS article might be encouraging.

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Introducing....!!

 "Him And Me"

measures approx. 20x22"

FOR SALE!

I am sorry to see this one come to an end because I've really enjoyed working on it.  

- THIS is a really cute Easter project that looks like fun to make.

- Have a peek through the selection of artists HERE.  

- There are a number of great quilt ideas HERE (scroll down to see them).

- Those of you who like junk journaling, perhaps there's something HERE you'd like.

Today's quote is from Eckhart Tolle..."Whatever the present moment contains, accept it as if you had chosen it.  Always work with it, not against it"

A little change and yet another pair of socks

 There's been a small change in the latest landscape and it's been quilted now (but I doubt the picture is good enough to show that part of it)...

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and....

there's another pair of socks fresh off the needles...

(my usual pattern and Paton's Kroy sock yarn)

- Have a peek at the gallery of work by THIS artist and then, if you're interested in seeing more and reading an interview with her go HERE.  I'd love to be a fly on the wall and watch her working!

- THIS would be a really pretty addition to your spring decor.

- THESE are a bit awww-worthy.

- For those of you who like junk journals, perhaps you'd find THIS article of interest.

Today's quote is a native proverb...."Be kind to everything that lives"

A little tutorial?

A tutorial....of sorts (who knew?!)

I use this toe pattern for all the socks I do and you end up with a nicely rounded toe.  I was writing the 'structions out for someone and thought perhaps some of you who are sock knitters might like to give it a try.

Row 1:  K6, K2 tog, place marker(s).   

Rows 2 & 3: Knit even.   

Row 4: K5, K 2 tog

Rows 5 & 6 :  Knit even
Row 7:  K4, K 2 tog
Rows 8 & 9:  K even
Row 10:  K3, K2 tog
Rows 11 & 12:  K even
Row 13: K2, K2 tog
Rows 14 & 15:  K even
Row 16: K 1; K2 tog

Row 17 & 18:  K even
Row 19:  K2 tog and then sew the stitches together.

- THESE are really cute, especially the Hello Spring project.

- Of course THIS caught my eye!

- THESE are cute and something to perhaps have on hand as your garden starts to grow.

- Have a peek through the creation galleries of THIS artist!

Today's quote is from Alison Faulkner....  "Enough is a decision, not an amount"

A little update

 Here is the landscape as it stands right now - quilting is underway and once that is done I can start adding more details.  

Sorry about the horrible photo - my photo program simply would not allow me to do anything with the image.  Actually the whole computer is acting up so not sure if it's at fault or if there's something else going on.  

- THIS is an interesting article about the benefits of being creative.  Although it uses quilting as the 'base', you can easily substitute knitting/crocheting/weaving/painting or whatever else you choose to pursue.

- If you are (or know of) a fan of Harry Potter, perhaps THIS might intrigue you.

- THIS is a really nice bag that would serve so many uses.

- Have a peek through the galleries of THIS artist!

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