I am such a fortunate girl..
I have the sweetest most wonderful parent in-laws ever… they have big hearts and are wildly thoughtful, kind and talented. I have been honoured with a beautiful stylish handmade patchwork quilt from mor (mum) who makes us all a blanket! My patchwork is a bit special in that it is [...]

Posted on May 26th, 2009 by emma
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The partnership with the singer has begun.
I started making a new ’sweater’ for my lappy with lovely floral print fabric, its not quite finished yet. I made one in winter out of an old arran sweater, way out of season now & my mac told me it wanted pockets.. I like the way it slides [...]

Posted on May 23rd, 2009 by emma
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Nothing compares to having an original vintage Singer sewing machine. This new addition to my new collection (yes I now have two) is more elegent & offers stitch variety. Hopefully I can take care of this one better

Posted on May 17th, 2009 by emma
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I found something recently that made my heart (and eyes) well up.. a big pair of paper ballet slippers.. They are the most beautiful ballet slippers ever because my MUM drew them for me. yep.. and drawing isn’t even her ‘thing’!
Thankyou so much mum. Hope you continue to share your friendly smile and fun today [...]

Posted on May 10th, 2009 by emma
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What are you making today?

Posted on May 9th, 2009 by emma
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Posted on May 8th, 2009 by emma
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 Mrs Lene, Anne and I are dedicating with purpose a regular spot to the sanctuary of crafting.. It is a delightful exchange of creative ideas, conversation, healthy eating/living plans and more. Lene also made yummy smoothies.

I worked on my pretty fuxido project ,Mrs Lene done some crochet and made dinner.. in felt

very clever Mrs lene!

Posted on May 7th, 2009 by emma
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hmm cake…

Today I made a colourful sponge cake for my girls (yw) using this ‘white cake’ recipe. I had so much fun! This cake recipe is extremely soft and yummy.

Ok.. so the mixture looked a bit like paint to begin with in my mad experiment lab. I added the mixture to the baking tin in [...]

Posted on May 6th, 2009 by emma
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My ‘picture of the day‘
I love it.
14 But Jesus said, aSuffer little bchildren, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.

Posted on May 2nd, 2009 by emma
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