tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-301108972024-03-14T09:06:25.657+00:00Squirrels Knitting ConquestsDay in the life of a knitting squirrel!Squirrelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00864724735373315997noreply@blogger.comBlogger272125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30110897.post-67803094646390094372018-11-11T18:22:00.001+00:002018-11-11T18:25:09.290+00:00Lest We Forget <br />
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This is my contribution to the Untangled Threads Sawdust Hearts Project. My piece forms part of the Sawdust and Calico Heart Exhibition at Woodend Scarborough from the 3rd to the 30th of November 2018. This is a commemorative exhibition and public event to be held on the centenary of Armistice Day 2018.</div>
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My heart is one of 1568 handcrafted hearts commemorating 100 years since the armistice. It represents day 218 of the 1568 days of the war; the date the 2nd of March 1915. On this day the British Battleship HMS Canopus joined in the assault missions on the Dardanelles.</div>
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Each one represents a day of the First World War. </div>
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Mine is one of fourteen hearts made in Scotland (Clackmannanshire) and now being displayed at Woodend, Scarborough as part of the Sawdust Heart Exhibition for Armistice Day. </div>
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This is my contribution to the exhibition: #0218 "Hope Soars on the Wings of a Lark." </div>
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This is to honour all those who fought to keep us safe. </div>
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We will remember! </div>
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In memory of my Great Grandfather William Rae who served as a Merchant Seaman during the war. ❤</div>
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Ohh, I wish I could have my summer holiday all over again. It was long, but it was short, I blinked and I missed it. My holiday didn't go to plan; I wanted long lazy days sitting in my garden watching the busy bees going about their work. I wanted to daydream and craft without any urgency. I wanted to be spontaneous, to jump on my bike and take on new adventures. I was prepared to up my yoga practice from once a day to a couple of times a day. In reality, I experienced only one or two of these. On day four I suffered a terrible fall, a complete freak accident. I wasn't acting the fool, dancing or jumping around, but innocently watering the garden. I stepped off our small garden wall and ended up on all fours, screaming in pain. I was later diagnosed with a right knee knocked out of line and a stage 3 sprain with torn ligaments in my left foot. Two months on and I'm still hobbling around with a walking stick and following a daily routine of physio exercises. Does my ankle like working? No, it hates it with a passion!<br />
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What a summer!!!!<br />
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I can't have my holiday back, but hopefully; the October holidays will be better, and will go more to plan.<br />
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<span title="Edited">It's finally finished. This is the secret piece that has kept me busy for the whole of July. A piece I feel very emotional about, and one that truly captured my heart. </span><br />
<span title="Edited"><br />This is my contribution to the Untangled Threads Sawdust Hearts Project. My piece will form part of the Sawdust and Calico Heart Exhibition at Woodend Scarborough from the 3rd to the 30th of November 2018. This is a commemorative exhibition and public event to be held on the centenary of Armistice Day 2018. My heart is one of 1568 handcrafted hearts commemorating 100 years since the armistice. It represents day 218 of the 1568 days of the war; the date the 2nd of March 1915. On this day the British Battleship HMS Canopus joined in the assault missions on the Dardanelles.</span><br />
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<u><b>The History of the Sawdust Heart</b></u><br />
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"During WW1 thousands of commercially produced kits were made and distributed to soldiers and civilians. The hearts were pre-stuffed (with sawdust) ready to be decorated. The kit contained a template-cut cardboard box, which was ideal for holding collected fabrics, beads, pins and sequins.<br />
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The therapeutic effect a wounded soldier gained by making and sending one of these sawdust hearts was immense, and indeed the practice of Occupational Therapy in the UK can be traced back to this time in history. <br />
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5% of the proceeds from the sales related to this project will be donated to Combatstress, a charity which supports former servicemen and women to deal with issues like trauma, anxiety, depression and PTSD." <br />
(source: Untangled Threads Sawdust Hearts project 2018 leaflet by Helen Birmingham) <br />
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<span title="Edited"></span><span title="Edited"><b><u>Title</u></b>: Hope Soars on the Wings of a Lark.<br /><br /><u><b>Medium</b></u>: Acrylic Paint on Canvas with black embroidery silk. The piece is adorned with beads and pins.<br /><br /><u><b>Inspiration</b></u>:The vivid red colour used in my piece forms the memory of how I imagined the poet's world looked on hearing the words to Wilfred Owen's poem Dulce et Decorum Est, at the age of 14. A piece I studied in English and one that I can still recite to this day.<br /><br />The bird depicted in my piece comes from the poem by the English poet George Meredith, and the piece composed by the English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams; The Lark Ascending, this piece is often interpreted as a piece about the war.</span><br />
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This piece is dedicated to my Great Grandfather William Rae (1888-1951). He served as a fireman for the Merchant Navy aboard the SS Lady Salisbury.<br />
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P.S. the embroidery and beadwork can be found on my sewing blog <a href="https://www.madebysunrae.com/2018/07/ww1-sawdust-hearts-project-embroidery.html?m=0" target="_blank">Made by Sun Rae .</a></div>
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I'm now into my fifth week of practising Hatha Yoga and to say I'm enjoying it, is an understatement. I had dabbled with yoga when I was a lot younger; early twenties to be precise, but I never really stuck with it. Why? In my younger days, I was more of a physical person; I enjoyed Karate, weightlifting, track and cross country running; I liked the fast pace, and the feeling of pain when exercising. Strange, I know. Then, in my mid-twenties working life and socialising kicked in and I forgot about exercising, being blessed with an athletic body I felt I didn't need to keep up with the gym. In my late twenties, I went through a terrible breakup and my weight soared, so I joined Weight Watchers and returned to the gym. I dropped from a size 16 dress size to a size 10 in one year and I felt fabulous. I met my soul mate Paul and continued exercising until I fell ill in 2010 with PTSD. My weight has continued to soar since being ill, and even though I attended therapy to recover, I've never really managed to get it under control. The result of this, well, over the past year I've been complaining of excruciating lower back pain, sore hips and debilitating period pain. I've always suffered from the latter since I was a young girl, but since coming into my late 40's the pain has become a lot worse.<br />
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Therefore, my return to exercise, yoga to be precise has been a long time coming. It has been a form of exercise I've wanted to study for a very long time, but one that I thought was too complicated to practice. There are so many versions, and when you're a beginner it can seem very daunting. My thoughts, do I follow DVDs, do I follow YouTube or books? All of which have failed me before. Then I heard about a yoga class through a work colleague, a beginners class for curvy women called <a href="http://www.peachyyoga.com/peachy-prose.html" target="_blank">Peachy Yoga</a>. I felt a bit apprehensive about going but with the support of my friend and with my yoga mat under my arm I agreed to go along. To say I loved my first class was an understatement, yes it was hard work, yes I was sore, but boy my back and hips felt fantastic after the first class. My second class was extremely hard and I left thinking is this really for me? By the third week, I had bought myself <a href="https://www.fabletics.co.uk/" target="_blank">yoga leggings</a>, slouch pants, <a href="https://uk.yogaclub.com/" target="_blank">yoga tops</a> and yoga cards (photos above). I even started practising at home. By the fourth week, I knew my period was due around the time of my class and I was worried about the pain, but this month there was no pain, even though my flow was heavy and the same as previous months. Was this a fluke or is this the yoga? I don't know. I've also noticed slight differences in my physique; I'm holding myself differently, my back is straighter, my hips don't hurt after standing all day and my lower back pain comes and goes but feels like more of a tightness rather than a constant dull ache. My arms look slightly more shapely and stronger. While my stomach appears less flabby. I have a long way to go in this area, but I'm determined.<br />
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I'm so overjoyed with the results, so far, that I don't want the class to break up for the summer holidays, because I think I'm going to miss it.<br />
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At last! My little garden is starting to kick off. I always get anxious at this time of year (I've been gardening since 2013), and every year it's the same- "Have I started too late? Is the garden going to be bare in the summer? Do I have enough plants? Maybe I should buy or sow more!" Also, every year Paul says "Stop fretting; I'm sure the garden will look stunning soon enough." It still doesn't stop me worrying. <br />
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It has been an incredibly long winter, here in Scotland (not that we get great summers mind you) and the plants have been scared to emerge from the safety of the soil. I mean, when have you ever seen a daffodil out until the end of May? Crazy! Most of my birthday plant purchases* have been hiding out in my little greenhouses and have only seen the elements during sunnier days, with the month of May showing the most promising weather.<br />
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Seeds that I've sown have taken a little bit longer to come through; well the Sweet Peppers at least. The peas, on the other hand, are shooting up at an alarming rate and will need to be moved on into their permanent container, very soon. Then there are the carrots; hopefully, I will get to them tomorrow, they need sowing. Fingers crossed we have probably, turned a corner weatherwise, and the plants will now flourish. Here's hoping!<br />
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* <b>Nemesia</b> Easter Bonnet, <b>Fuschia</b> Southern Belle Pink Marshmallow, <b>Calibrachoa </b>Can-Can Coral Reef, Can-Can Hot Pink Star, Starlight Pink, <b>Lysimachia </b>Lysii, <b>Geranium </b>New Century Red, <b>Argyranthemum </b>Grandaisy Red, Sweet Peppers and Peas. <br />
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Boy, this material has been sitting in my stash for what seems like forever (actually only a year, but that's long enough). So why was it sitting so long? Well, sometimes I go through this rigmarole of loving a print too much, that I then become scared of cutting into it because I think I'm going to muck it up. I know, stupid right? Well, this very fabric had that effect on me, hence why it stayed out of harm's way until a suitable pattern came along. So, a year later that pattern did indeed come along! Say hello to the perfect pattern the <a href="http://sewthispattern.com/product/gypsy-swing-top/">Gypsy Swing-top</a> by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sewthispattern/?hl=en">Annie of Sew This Pattern</a>. I knew as soon as I saw the pattern that the bumblebee fabric would be ideal. So armed with the pattern and my one metre of fabric, yes, I was going to try and squeeze this pattern out of one metre, and I nearly got away with it. I even dropped down a dress size; well, I need to lose weight anyway was my thinking. But even dropping the dress size, I just couldn't squeeze the bias out of the length for the armholes or the ties at the back. I did think about using navy bias binding (shop bought) except, I think deep down I knew that was going to look naff. Now, I didn't buy this material it was gifted to me through a swap. I wasn't even sure the print was still available, and yes, I had cut out all the other pieces. So, I thought why don't I do a search online and see what comes up. First half an hour I felt deflated, everywhere I tried it came up 'NOT AVAILABLE'. I was ready to give up and go down the road of shop bought bias when I thought why not try eBay and see what that brings up. Well, I found one lone seller with cream, pale blue and a grey version and then I saw a navy version. They had one metre of the navy in stock, so I snapped it up. I wasn't even sure if that was going to be enough (I just felt smug that I'd actually found some, go me!) we are talking about cutting something on the bias here, weird angle and all. Anyway, to stop me stalking the postman, I set about sewing up to the point where I would need to put in the bias (the whole time I'm sewing, I'm thinking please let the metre be enough, please let it be enough, please). Well, as you can see from the pictures the metre of fabric was indeed enough. Looking at the top now I think using the same material instead of shop bought bias was the way to go. And, do you know I was also pleasantly surprised when I pulled the top over my head to try it on, because even though I dropped down a dress size the top does fit me, perfectly, and it will look even better when I lose some weight. It was fate I tell you, fate. It was meant to be!</div>
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Oh! Before I forget here is a quirky little piece of information about me. When I'm sewing, I nearly always tack or baste hems and other pieces together first before machining. The weird part though; I have to use red thread, no other colour will do. It has to be red (did you spot it, in the photographs?) </div>
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Pfff! What a month! March came in like a soft woolly lamb and went out like a savage wolf. What on earth happened? Firstly, this happened-Beast from the East brought snow and freezing weather to my little part of the world (Scotland) where we saw the worst storm, drifting snow I may add, since the 70's. I had no work for about five days as it was too dangerous to go out. Any break in the weather we did get (see photos) we snatched the chance to get some provisions before hunkering down for the next round. I think the only creature who loved it was my dog Bean. She happily bounded and raced around in the snow without a care in the world. The more snowballs you threw for her to catch the better. Secondly, I may have accidentally bought another machine; a sewing machine that is; the Janome Atelier 5. I know, I'm a Brother machine type of gal, but this was too good an offer to pass up, and I've always wanted to try another brand. It's a previously owned machined, in mint condition, serviced and it came with loads of accessories, way more than I would have received if I had bought the machine from new. The person who owned it previously naturally passed everything over when they traded the device in, and the company who sold me the machine then passed these on to me. None of the extra pieces were even mentioned in the price. So, you may be asking what did you receive? Well, the most significant surprise was the quilting kit extension table with all the accessories. I also received loads of bobbins, two new machine needle packs, extra seam ripper, thread the list goes on. Even Paul was gobsmacked when I opened up not one big package, but two. But don't worry, this doesn't mean I'm going to get rid of my Brother. Oh! No my Brother Innovis -350SE is too unique to part with, it's my main machine and always will be, I know all its quirks and <strike>nuisances</strike> lol! Just noticed this mistake, should say nuances. It's going off for a service and will be back on the table as soon as it comes home. Thirdly, I've been sticking to my good intention of sewing some beautiful clothes, and I'm having a ball. To date, I've made four new garments, not bad for someone who would leave their machine sitting for months on end without lifting the cover off to use it. My first non-clothing make was pyramid pattern weights; I've always wanted to make these but was never sure if I would actually use them. As you can see from the photos, I'm getting quite a bit of use out of them, but still using pins as a security measure (just humour me, pleasssee lol!) This leafy grey georgette material from <a href="https://sewhayleyjane.com/" target="_blank">Sew Hayley Jane</a> is being made into the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/268322324/kimono-pdf-sewing-pattern-one-size-fits" target="_blank">Venus Kimono</a> by Annie from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sewthispattern/" target="_blank">Sew This Pattern</a>. This kimono was constructed from three large pattern pieces. All the main sewing consisted of French seams (a process I'd never tried before.) I found these very nerve-racking to complete, but after sewing a few, I settled into the technique easily. The second technique that was new to me was a rolled hem. I found this extremely hard and fiddly, even though I was using a rolled hem foot. The foot just wanted to suck up more material which resulted in a puckering effect. The slippery material I was using didn't help one bit, but I persevered, and the result was stunning. Oh, before I forget, if you ever get a chance to buy one of Annie's patterns, please do as they are awesome; they are fantastic to follow, they have clear instructions and are just a dream to construct. This is the first pattern I have purchased from her, and I've gone on to buy two other styles (I will blog about these soon). <br />
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And finally, I won another competition. The final photos are the prizes I received from Love Sewing Magazine. What can I say? I've already put these pieces to good use.<br />
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The Send a Little Love Swap 2018, ran by the lovely Tracy from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/madaboutbags/?hl=en">Mad About Bags</a>, came to an end this week. I took part in this swap last year and decided to return for a second year. <span class="st">I quite like the idea of getting my thinking cap on, and making up a parcel of goodies for someone! My someone this year was the very talented <a href="https://www.instagram.com/keihakku/?hl=en">Emma</a>. We were both designing and making for each other, and I remember saying in my last post; that I felt a little anxious as her work is stunning. I was correct her work is stunning. I received two gorgeous customised pouches for my parcel along with a handmade covered notepad, a Valentine stamp kit, a fluffy red love heart and a box of chocolate hearts. The parcel I put together contained a bird mug rug; all machine embroidered, with a bird and hearts that I cut out on my Sizzix Big Shot. I keep forgetting I have this machine and how easy and beautiful the fabric pieces look when they've been cut out. I especially like using it for felt, which can be tricky to cut out with precision unless it's secured in place with a sticky plastic film. I also included a William Morris mug, some chocolate in the form of a bar and a drinks sachet, a handmade pincushion, a little pouch of quilting clips, some Clover Glass Headed Pins and a cat sleep mask. I had noticed that Emma had made one and had displayed the photographs on her Instagram account. The pattern I used for her gift was The Kitty Sleep Mask by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/EvielaLuveDIY?ref=l2-shopheader-name">EvielaluveDIY</a>. The design was easy to follow, precise and clear with; fabric and haberdashery options and photographs of the steps to be followed. From printing out the pattern to cutting out and piecing together, it took me about 45 minutes to an hour, which isn't bad. Considering I had to rethread my machine with two or three different thread types. </span><br />
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<span class="st">As of Saturday the 17th of February 2018 I have finished my pyjama bottoms. Woohoo! I started these way back at Christmas time when I first received the Sew Hayley Jane Winter Warmer Box in December. As soon as I looked at the fabric, I knew they were going to be pyjama bottoms for me. I have worked hard on this pattern, as I said in my previous post it is a heavily modified Simplicity pattern. However, I'm not going to include photographs in this post, but I will in my next post. I promise. </span><br />
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<span class="st">You may have noticed the last photograph, the one of my Brother overlocker, yes it is open. I've been dreading this procedure; re-threading the machine, since I took ownership of the device. I've seen so many angst-ridden posts about how hard and complicated the process is, that I kept putting it off. That was until something idiotic happened not once but twice. Yes, novice Squirrel strikes again. I thought I could serge material through with the ends of a zip (not the metal or plastic clips to secure the ends) protruding out. It turns out the needles aren't very strong, and I managed to bend not just two but four (double needle version). I couldn't understand why the machine just cut out until I noticed the needles bent at a right angle, the thread also snapped for one needle and lower down on the machine. I ended up having to take everything a part; I changed the needles first and then threaded the machine with the manual in front of me for reference, and I thought 'Wow! This is easy. Switched the machine on to give it a whirr, and the thread snapped again. Two of the threads underneath were touching. I was so exasperated and headachy that I left it for two whole days before returning to try again. My second attempt was more successful; I think taking the time to figure out how the threads had broken and reading the manual instead of just looking at the pictures, helped. I think it helped a lot. It was a last resort mind you. D</span><span class="st">id I tell you I'm a visual learner, and I don't read manuals but jump in with both feet? Lol! I've been like this since I was small. I prefer to have a go, have a tinker first before looking over the manual. I don't know if it's the excitement of trying something new, or the thrill when I can work it the first time without the guidance of the manual. Paul, on the other hand, has to lay everything out and then read the manual. I have to sit on my hands when he does this, as it makes me twitch and fidget. I've even seen me walking out of the room, rolling my eyes as I just want to steam right in. Lol! I wonder if this stems from our different childhoods? Paul's an only child, while I'm the eldest of four. Hmm! Maybe I've stumbled on something there. </span><br />
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<span class="st">Anyway, I'm going to sign off now. My hands are itching to cut out and sew something else now. I think I might have a go at a small project this time; say a pincushion- I do like the pear or apple ones. Or some pattern weights. Whatever I decide to make I will pop the photos in my next post. Bye for now. </span><br />
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Did I not try this before?<br />
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So, I decided pretty early on in January that I wasn't going to go down the road of making New Years Resolutions that I couldn't keep. I was going to call them good intentions instead, and I was going to make a list of things that I either wanted to do or try for the very first time. This is what I came up with:<br />
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<li><strike>Make an effort to</strike> (Wow! Wrong choice of words). Have fun using my sewing machine and overlocker more.</li>
<li>Make at least four sewing garments (that are wearable) that take me out of my comfort zone; technique-wise.</li>
<li>Read at least twenty-four books this year; that's two a month.</li>
<li>Finish all my WIP's. This includes sewing in ends, blocking and lining.</li>
<li>To practise yoga, meditation and other relaxation techniques on a regular basis.</li>
<li>To journal and doodle more with my new stationery. </li>
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Not a huge list, but a manageable one, and one that I'm enjoying so far. And, although I haven't started doing the yoga or meditation on a regular basis yet (too cold to take layers off to exercise. Bad excuse I know). I'm doing pretty good!<br />
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<b><u>Sewing Intentions</u></b><br />
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The sewing is going well. I've been making bits and pieces for a sewing swap. I took part in this swap last year, and it's called <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/sendalittleloveswap2018/?hl=en">Send A Little Love Swap 2018</a> run by the lovely Tracy from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/madaboutbags/?hl=en">Mad About Bags</a>. <span class="st">I quite like the idea of getting my thinking cap on, and making up a parcel of goodies for someone! My someone this year is the very talented Emma. We are both designing and making for each other,but I have to admit I do feel a little anxious as her work is stunning. I do hope Emma likes what I've made. (I will post my makes on my next blog post).</span><br />
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<span class="st">Other pieces I have been making, include some pyjama bottoms. I'm a subscriber of the sewing box <a href="https://sewhayleyjane.com/blog/winter-warmers" target="_blank">Sew Hayley Jane</a> and have received six boxes so far and loved every single one of them. I haven't used all the fabric yet, but I'm sure as the year moves on I will have made a dent in them and found patterns too. Anyway, the material seen in the photographs above is from the December classic box; 'A Winter Warmer'. Each month I receive 2.5 meters of fabric, matching thread, 4 fat quarters, a sewing accessory, trims and some sweets. When I first received the box, I was going to make some pj's for Paul, but after pre-washing the fabric and ironing it, I knew I had to make them for me. The pattern (very heavily modified by moi) is Simplicity 1494, although when I cut out the pattern pieces, they looked as though they would fit a seven-foot giant (I'm not joking). I held up the pattern piece, and from the crotch, the waistband would have sat over my boobs, hahaha! So, I also used a much-loved pair of bottoms, from the brand <a href="https://www.fatface.com/">Fat Face</a> to ensure I was getting the fit and length just right. Once, I had cut out all the pieces (I always find that part scary) I then set up my overlocker and set about machining around all the edges. Go me! I've only used this machine once, since buying it. Then I had a brainwave (uhh ohh!) I thought, hey, I could have pockets (see the blurred photo of my attempt to make a template of one). I say attempt, the thing only worked lol! First time trying as well! I then stitched pockets in place and made them special by attaching bias material around the edge of the pocket. This won't be seen when I'm wearing them, but I know it's there, and it also reinforces the pocket seam. Next up the waistband. It looks pretty ordinary on the pattern pack, and I knew I wanted to change this pretty early on. I knew I wanted to try a shirring waistband but had never tried the technique before. My first attempt was pretty awful, the elastic must have been passed it's best, and the material did not ruche at all, cue sad face, then angry face as I had to pick out all the stitching by hand. Not wanting to be defeated, I then trawled the internet for the solution and found an excellent tutorial by <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMy9R3RY8yw&t=18s" title="">Raechel Myers.</a> It soon became apparent it wasn't due to my crappy skills, it was my in-experience; that and because I own a Brother brand of sewing machine. You need to do a few adjustments or tweaks to the bobbin housing before attempting this technique. So, with this new information under my belt and a new pack of elastic, I set about trying the method again. Second time lucky, after the first line of stitching there was a little ruching, and by the second I had an actual shirred piece-happy squirrel. The front of the waistband was far easier, just two button holes machined into the fabric side by side and then spliced open to feed the ties through. The outsides of the pockets were also trimmed with lace. So, now all that's left to do is the bottom leg hems, some other customisations and to sew the back waistband in place, and they're ready to wear. </span><br />
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<span class="st">I had a splurge just after Christmas and before the New Year. Oopps! After succumbing to the dreaded lurgy going around (it took me three weeks to get over it, I say over it, it's now February, and I'm still coughing, as the awful infection kept mutating). I decided to treat myself to a few (ahem) sewing accessories from the lovely Grace at <a href="https://shopbeyondmeasure.co.uk/shop/">Beyond Measure UK</a>. I purchased some Tulip Hiroshima Needles-Embroidery, a pack of Hancock's Cloth Markers, wooden needle holder, a Sajou tin of pins (I love the Sajou range, and I collect unusual tins) and some beeswax for my hand sewing thread. I have to confess I didn't need these items, I just had to have them. Why? Just because. I think it's good to give ourselves a pick me up now and again. </span><br />
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<span class="st"><u><b>Other Crafts</b></u></span><br />
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I just couldn't help myself. I love the Scheepjes range of yarns, especially their <a href="http://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/scheepjes-whirl-all-colours">Whirl range</a>. I would love to own all the colours one day, but I don't think Paul would be thrilled. I already have a walk-in cupboard full of unused boxed yarn, so, if I add more to it, I think Paul would force me to live in the said cupboard (I'm okay with that so long as he leaves the light on so I can see all the yarn). The two Whirls on my hook at the moment are Lavenderlicious, and Tutty 'O' Fruity and the pattern I'm working on is <a href="http://www.scheepjes.com/en/patterns/patterns-%E2%82%AC/yarn-the-after-party-no-18-cbtl-2622/">Scheepjes CBTL (Crochet Between the Lines)</a> by Tammy Canavan-Soldaat. Yes, I have frogged my work in the photograph above, I crocheted through 2 strands instead of one and I couldn't let it go. The mistake kept staring at me. Can you believe I sat for 4-5 hours (with cramp and in need of a toilet break) crocheting the piece back to its original place. I was too scared to move because the frogged yarn would tangle. To date, I now only have two more repeats to go, the outer edge and then blocking. Hopefully, I can wear it this year, while the weather is still cold.<br />
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I'm now going off to eat pancakes, slurp tea and to finish off my pyjama bottoms.<br />
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I was swamped on the run up to Christmas with work, craft commissions, secret Santa makes, craft days, nursery parties and my own Christmas party. It was such a relief to know that my term-time holidays were on their way. </div>
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We had a relatively quiet and cosy Christmas. We started off the Christmas celebrations by finishing up the shopping; both presents and food on Saturday which meant Christmas Eve was a day of indulgence. We watched Christmas movies, played classical music on the radio and made mincemeat pies together (tradition). Christmas morning we started with a glass of Bucks Fizz each (one of our other traditions), and then we unwrapped our presents. We always tell each other which one to open and we rip the paper off at the same time, it's fun and since we don't have any children, only a fur baby, we do spoil each other, a bit. Well, I say a bit, I guess I was spoiled a whole lot. I received a beautiful tan Timberland bag (Paul said he didn't want me carrying around a cheap version) and a gorgeous blue cowl (he said he felt sorry for me having to wear thin, lightweight scarves) by the same company. He also gave me a pair of Van high tops and lots of nik-naks. But the gift that brought me to tears; the beautiful Sylvanian Family- Walnut Squirrel. I have longed for a Sylvanian Family since I was a little girl, but never, ever, received one. I gasped when I saw it, and tears welled up in my eyes, I hugged the package so tight; it's so fitting that it's a squirrel family (my nickname). This gift was such a surprise. I do remember telling him that a little one had come into nursery one day with a Sylvanian rabbit and how precious it was to see the little one play with it. I never thought in a million years he would take a hint from my brief comment, a comment I just made in the passing, but he did. I think sometimes I take him for granted and I don't nearly tell him enough that I love him, but I do. More than words can say. (*Aggghhh! I'm crying again). </div>
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Stitching Santa; a beautiful swap run by the wonderful and super organised Sheila over at <a href="https://sewchet.com/2017/10/07/stitchingsanta-2017/?wref=tp">Sewchet </a></div>
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This is my second year participating in this swap and boy it was so much fun. We don't know who is sending to us and we have to refrain from opening our presents until Christmas Day. Last year I posted to Tracy from <a href="http://madaboutbagsuk.blogspot.co.uk/">Mad About Bags UK</a>, and this year she sent to me and what a beautiful parcel she sent. She stalked me (in a good way) to a tee; she knew I love gardening and sent me a handmade gardening tool apron, a gardening bag, a gardening kneeling mat, three books; colouring-in book, a Christmas decoration book and a book for journaling in. Plus lots of gorgeous extras- like wool, mug, decoration, sweets and bath bombs. I can tell you I was pretty overwhelmed by Tracy's gifts and I messaged her immediately to thank her. </div>
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My swap partner this year; the very talented Margaret over at <a href="https://thecraftycreek.com/2017/12/26/my-secret-santa-is-a-squirrel/">The Crafty Creek</a> her blog is fantastic, as is her crafting. Margaret wrote a beautiful piece all about my makes and me over on her blog (link above). Please take a moment to have a look. I have included some photos of the gifts (above) I sent Margaret.</div>
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Prizes; well December was eventful. I was contacted by Love Sewing magazine to be told I had won some stunning Mettler sewing thread. Then at the beginning of the month, I was contacted by Jade Earley (The Great British Sewing Bee finalist 2016) <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thegirlwiththebrightredhair/?hl=en">The Girl With The Bright Red Hair</a> about a competition I had entered, and guess what I came first. I will tell you in my next post what I had to do to secure first place. For now, I will leave you with the bright red shiny box and its contents and of course my tired out little fur baby. Never seen a Rhodesian rip open Christmas paper like my tiny pooch. What an expert! Lol!</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">*I don't like talking about this, as I'm not seeking sympathy. Since 2016 I've been suffering terrible anxiety and just before Christmas I was told perhaps a mild form of depression too. My anxiety materialsed after my mum was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015. You see we have lost so many relatives on my mum's side of the family to this disease and we thought it had stopped in 2005 but no. It struck again and this time even closer to my sister and I. My mum after receiving a mastectomy and aggressive Chemo and Radiotherapy is doing fine, she has been given the all clear and enjoying life to the full. I'm still in therapy and will probably be so for quite sometime. They are trying to put me through a grieving process for loved ones I have lost, along with how to cope with medical appointments to safeguard my health. I'm currently working on CBT and trying to modify my thought process' from negative to positive using a list format. It's working, it's slow, but I'm getting there. There are days I have to scrape one foot in front of the other and prise myself out of bed, heck even showering is a chore, but I make myself. I have to, I can't lose myself again like I did during the PTSD years. That just ain't going to happen.</span></div>
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Brrr! Where did the cold snap come from all of a sudden? It's been threatening for weeks, but this is the first time I have woken up with the ground all covered in frost. Not that I'm complaining. I would much rather have frost than the torrential rain we've been having since the summer, anything is better than that.<br />
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So to celebrate the cold snap in weather, I have promptly posted new items in my <a href="https://folksy.com/shops/squirrel">Folksy </a>shop, in the form of children's hats. These range from 6-12 <strike>moths</strike> months (no moths in these goodies) up to 8 years. At the moment I only have girls hats, but I'm hoping to have boys hats and adult hats up in the next week or so. These hats are made in a cotton/acrylic mix and are super cosy. Do you know, if I could wear all of them I would, but I would seriously have to adjust my head size by a lot. You can't beat a handmade hat, so much more cosy that shop bought I think. If you fancy looking at any of my other goodies, please click on Folksy link in this post or on the sidebar.<br />
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I'm so looking forward to participating in Sheila's <a href="https://sewchet.com/2017/10/07/stitchingsanta-2017/">Stitching Santa</a> (Secret Santa) sign-up. I loved this gift idea last year, and I'm so looking forward to finding out who I'm sending to this year. Not long until Christmas now, but I won't scare you by writing down the days.<br />
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Hello! Did you miss me? Just looked at the date on my blog and realised I haven't been around in a long time. I was going to write a post about it, but then I decided it was way too sad. So, I may save it for another day. Anyway, there is just too much excitement going on at my shop. <br />
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Lots of new things happening in my <a href="https://folksy.com/shops/squirrel" target="_blank">Folksy Shop </a>right now! These are just a few of the items (see photos) that will be appearing over the next hour, days and weeks. I know Christmas I hear you saying, we haven't even had Halloween yet, but "if you're not fast you're last" as they say. </div>
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The Christmas Decorations come in a set of 3 Christmas Baubles which are crocheted in coordinating colours using top of the range bright, luxurious cotton yarn. Each bauble comes with a glittery hanging loop and measures approximately 21cm in circumference. I would like to think these pretty decorations would look stunning on any Christmas Tree or equally dashing in a bowl or glass jar all year round. </div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">With thanks to <a href="https://kaleidoscopecity.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Kaleidoscope City</a> and <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ATERGcrochet" target="_blank">AterGcrochet</a> for their beautiful patterns. </span></span><br />
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The summer holidays are here, although living in Scotland the weather has been a bit of a hit or miss. I think so far, we've had two sunny days in succession with the rest either being overcast or raining with high winds. Each day I wake up, peek through the blinds in the hope that it's at least dry, so I can sit outside and admire my garden. It's all very green out there, and there are buds just waiting to burst open with colour. On the days the sun makes an appearance I sit outside, I <a href="https://www.littleboxofcrochet.co.uk/">crochet</a>, I <a href="https://www.ohsewbootiful.com/">embroider</a>, have lunch and listen to the birds singing their song...total bliss! To date I have finished making Jenny's Mandala (crochet piece) and started a new piece; <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sophies-universe-cal">Sophie's Universe</a>. I was going to buy the cotton yarn pack for this piece but then had a brainwave and decided to be thrifty; using up all the leftover cotton yarn from my <a href="http://www.scheepjes.com/en/cals/scheepjes-cals/scheepjes-cal-2017/information/">Scheepjes Hygge Cal</a> (rainbow and pastel colour wave).<br />
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Since starting to write this post my garden has decided to bloom, it appears to have happened very much overnight. I always start the year thinking, have I sown enough seeds, have I bought enough plug plants only to be surprised by the abundance of colour as July and August come around. This year I have only planted lettuce, there's no strawberries, carrots, peas or potatoes this year, like previous years. For one, I couldn't find my grow bags, we looked in the shed, we checked cupboards, under the stairs and even the attic, nothing. Then secondly I was too late off the mark, I saw the seeded potatoes at my local garden centre and didn't think to buy them at the time. I went back a week later, and they were gone...sigh! The grow bags did eventually turn up after the season had well and truly started, they were tucked behind the sun loungers; I didn't think to look behind them. Silly me.<br />
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Illness struck 11 days before the end of term, and I was in a pretty bad way. A month beforehand I had suffered from Strep Throat (which was treated with antibiotics). I initially thought it was the Mumps as the left side of my neck swelled up so much that I couldn't turn my head or tilt it forward or back; it felt as though I had a grapefruit sprouting from it...very alarming. The antibiotics seemed at first to take the Strep infection away, but by the end of the course I still had some symptoms at the back of my throat, and I foolishly didn't return to the doctor. So, I go to work near the end of term, even though I'm as white as a sheet and taking dizzy spells and after lunch, I nearly keel over. I've only ever fainted once in my life (in my own bedroom), and I couldn't believe it was going to happen a second time, surrounded by little ones. I was walked off the premises by my manager to Paul's car, where he proceeded to give me a lecture about being ill and taking time off. For five days I drifted in and out of sleep, no energy, no life about me at all and not to sound too dramatic, I remember telling Paul I thought I was going to die. I later found out that the Strep Throat had gone dormant (never knew this could happen) and the infection had started attacking other areas of my body (kidneys) hence the dizzy spells and feeling of doom. I returned to work 7 days later, glad to be on the mend. My work colleagues and manager later told me that I hadn't been myself for over a month, that I had been extremely quiet and withdrawn. On my return, one of my work colleagues even commented on how well I looked and how bright the whites of my eyes were!?!?! Yes, I know! I must have looked truly awful, a walking zombie springs to mind. Lol! <br />
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Anyway, end of term left me feeling truly humbled. I love my job, and I do it so I can give little ones a good start in life (something that I was denied as a youngster). I do it in the hope that I'm making a little bit of a difference and adding that little spark of magic that extra adult in their life should bring. I teach and care for them as though they were my own. I want the little ones to know I feel truly privileged to teach them and wish them all the success in the world.<br />
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It's been nearly two weeks since I came off on holiday for Easter. Where has the time gone? I haven't really done much; I've just lazed around, crafted a bit, went out for lunch a few times with my mum or Paul. Oh! And I also celebrated my birthday on Good Friday. We (Paul and I) thought my gifts should be practical this year; bits for the garden and as I'm in the process of re-organising my craft room, some pieces for that too. Paul bought me one of the cool frogs in a half tree yoga pose. I've had my eye on one of these for a long time, the one in the photo is the biggest one. I think there's two other poses in the range. Paul also found some cool wicker baskets to go on my new shelves; they are a good size, sturdy and deep, so I think they will be great for storing fabric or wool. I also received a quirky little gift, a Tina Belcher keyring (Bob's Burgers) and some tasty Lindt Orange Chocolates; I've been craving another box of these since Christmas time (I think it really shows willpower that I've held out until April). Lol!<br />
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New subscription came this month in the form of a medium sewing box kit by <a href="https://sewhayleyjane.com/" target="_blank">Sew Hayley Jane </a>. The theme for this month was France. I have to say I'm very impressed by the goodies; it includes: 2.5 metres of dressmaking fabric a floral georgette, 4 fat quarters and a selection of haberdashery items and sewing gifts. I also received new sewing machine needles size 70/100, 4 covered buttons, 1 metre of spaghetti cord by Frou Frou, a matching reel of Gutermann thread and two lollipops. Not quite sure what I'm going to make with the georgette, I may leave the box until my summer holidays (only 10 weeks away, not that I'm counting down or anything). That way I'm not rushing into things and I've got plenty of time to find a pattern. The fat quarters, I may use one for a crochet hook case and save the others for another project.<br />
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All in all it's been a good month. I've finally caught up with my Scheepjes Hygge Cal shawls, after crushing my fingers in my garden door and I've made a respectable start on my little garden too.<br />
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I can't believe my last post was at the end of February! Where has the time gone? To be honest, I've been unbelievably busy, busy racing around for everyone else and not taking much time for me and now I kind of feel burnt out. So, the first few days of my Easter holiday have been spent lunching with my mum, lazing around and not doing very much at all, well, other than catching up with my <a href="http://www.scheepjes.com/en/cals/scheepjes-cals/scheepjes-cal-2017/information/" target="_blank">Scheepjes Hygge Cal</a>. I'm about a week behind in this, but I'm not fussed as I'm taking it at my own pace and trying to get into the hygge moment. I've only started it back up again; I had to postpone it for a week after the wind caught and jammed my fingers in the garden door. Loads of blood, gore and pain and having two fingers strapped together. You don't realise how much you need your index and middle finger until there incapacitated and bound together. My makeup looked liked I had licked and rubbed smarties on my face, my hair, well that looked like I'd been dragged through a hedge backwards and as for my writing; the words hen and scratching comes to mind.<br />
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On the crafting front, I'm now onto the middle section or Week 7 of my Hygge Shawl. I've just completed the Pastel colourway and half way through the Rainbow one. I'm about a week behind on this Cal but that's not too bad considering the hand injury. As you can see from the photos I have a third colour; 'The Girls' Night In' box. I was going to start this and try and do the three shawls at the same time but I'm not going to start this one now until the other two are complete. I just think doing all three at the same time would just become a chore, and I don't want that to happen, plus it gives me something to look forward to further down the line. I'm also dabbling in the March edition of the <a href="https://www.littleboxofcrochet.co.uk/" target="_blank">Little Box of Crochet</a> by the wonderful Amanda Bloom and her daughter Jenny. I've been receiving these for about 4 or 5 months, I was only going to subscribe for a few, but I've decided to keep it on (a little treat to me, I know how many treats can one squirrel have lol!)<br />
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We've also started preparing for the better weather, by washing and clearing down all my clay pots. Paul thinks I'm crazy for riddling all the soil from these pots, but I did this last year, and my little garden looked gorgeous. In the little full greenhouse, I have sown some seeds from packets and some harvested seeds from flowers last year; <a href="https://www.google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=http://nutrawiki.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/helianthus-annuus-1.jpg&imgrefurl=https://nutrawiki.org/helianthus-annuus/&h=3168&w=3799&tbnid=z2RgFa6AMwsz-M:&tbnh=166&tbnw=200&usg=__xruxMrPzepHqUemTtNgmytV-FZw=&vet=10ahUKEwjM4rbvpI7TAhVEIsAKHfvVBXAQ_B0IjgEwDA..i&docid=Gj_npMXL2lrjCM&itg=1&client=firefox-b&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjM4rbvpI7TAhVEIsAKHfvVBXAQ_B0IjgEwDA&ei=XGXlWMzEOsTEgAb7q5eABw#h=3168&imgrc=z2RgFa6AMwsz-M:&tbnh=166&tbnw=200&vet=10ahUKEwjM4rbvpI7TAhVEIsAKHfvVBXAQ_B0IjgEwDA..i&w=3799" target="_blank">Sunflowers</a>, <a href="https://www.google.co.uk/imgres?imgurl=http://www.almanac.com/sites/default/files/styles/primary_image_in_article/public/images/sweet-pea.jpg%3Fitok%3Dv99O20jw&imgrefurl=http://www.almanac.com/plant/sweet-peas&h=960&w=720&tbnid=J9n3YbnoJ_FPoM:&tbnh=186&tbnw=139&usg=__FMEQQujxuHnEkvXk_1vetvJYAPg=&vet=10ahUKEwiyscGKpY7TAhWoCcAKHY8qCYIQ_B0IcDAK..i&docid=VYpZkBn7W2dPhM&itg=1&client=firefox-b&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiyscGKpY7TAhWoCcAKHY8qCYIQ_B0IcDAK&ei=lWXlWPKSLqiTgAaP1aSQCA#h=960&imgrc=J9n3YbnoJ_FPoM:&tbnh=186&tbnw=139&vet=10ahUKEwiyscGKpY7TAhWoCcAKHY8qCYIQ_B0IcDAK..i&w=720" target="_blank">Sweetpeas</a>, <a href="https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=nasturtiums&client=firefox-b&tbm=isch&imgil=pmM0_hgADfqGZM%253A%253BEeyJMEWVziUSbM%253Bhttps%25253A%25252F%25252Fwww.pinterest.com%25252Fcrispatulip%25252Fnasturtiums-kapuzinerkresse%25252F&source=iu&pf=m&fir=pmM0_hgADfqGZM%253A%252CEeyJMEWVziUSbM%252C_&usg=__1VtF0JoilqBJrXco8urs-TSvh3E%3D&biw=1366&bih=634&ved=0ahUKEwi8m6ebpY7TAhWHI8AKHY0rAYAQyjcIeA&ei=uGXlWLzfO4fHgAaN14SACA#imgrc=pmM0_hgADfqGZM:" target="_blank">Nasturtiums</a> and on order are plug plants from <a href="http://www.thompson-morgan.com/" target="_blank">Thompson and Morgan</a>. I've been using this company for a couple of years now, and I've always received fantastic service, plus they always have great deals on at this time of year. Just like last year, I don't really plan my garden it just seems to happen haphazardly. I remember last year thinking my garden is going to be rubbish but by the summer it was in full bloom and I could hardly keep up. Fingers crossed I achieve the same result this year. Third year in a row for looking after and maintaining my little sanctuary.<br />
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My favourite little being celebrated her 2nd Birthday in the middle of March. You would think by two she would've have calmed down, but oh no she is still as silly and bouncy as the day we brought her home. I am in fact talking about my little Rhodesian Ridgeback who is not so little anymore, but who does resemble a skinny giraffe. Hours of entertainment with this little one, she likes tearing through the house with bananas in her mouth, skin and all and grabbing letters while burling round and round in a circle. She is just so crazy and in your face, her show name certainly suits her; Walamadengie Lets be Famous. You are certainly famous to Paul and I little one, we've never met a pooch like you and I mean that in a good way. Happy Birthday crazy little girl. 😉<br />
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Colour, colour and more colour, and cake. Trying to find my hygge or hyggeligt. What more could a girl ask for in the cold, drab month of February!<br />
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Last week I showed off the Pastel Scheepjes Hygge box. I have to confess that I bought this box because I couldn't get my hands on the Rainbow one, and I so desperately wanted to start when everyone else did. Well, someone put a post up on Facebook that Deramores were selling the kit and look what jumped into my shopping cart. Yip the Rainbow kit. Ooopps! But, just look at the lovely squishy colours. I know! I know! There is just no hope for me. It is beautiful, though!<br />
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Last week I announced that I was going to open the second box of sewing bits. This is the second vintage box purchase I've made since January 2017 (see the previous post). This tin isn't as varied as the last one, but the contents are still good. The overall condition of the tin is good, the metal has no rust, but it does feel flimsier than the last tin. Let's do the Amelie thing, shall we?<br />
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So what did I find inside? The inside of the tin lid shows that it was originally used for shortbread before being turned into a sewing box. On opening the box and viewing the contents, I was faced with some <a href="http://www.gracesguide.co.uk/Newey_Brothers">Newey</a> (great piece of history within the link) rust proof snap fasteners which had a handwritten price of 32 pence.<br />
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Underneath the snap fasteners are various spools of the thread. My favourites are the Swan tacking threads in green, blue, black and red. I can't get enough of this thread (I have red, black and white in my own kit) being taught how to sew at school in the 1970's, we always used to tack (baste) hems or seams in place using this thread before sewing the garment on the machine. This is something that I still do today, especially if a material is proving difficult to handle and pins are just complicating it more.<br />
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There is also one reel of elastic; Paul says "they use that in the top of your wool socks!!!!" I've never used it in a pair of socks I've made. Lol!<br />
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The other spools of thread are <a href="http://rajahsgranddaughter.blogspot.co.uk/2012/01/john-dewhurst-and-sons-cotton.html" target="_blank">Sylko</a>, Trylko and another called <a href="http://www.trademarkia.com/goliath-73121222.html" target="_blank">Molnlycke Goliath.</a><br />
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In keeping with the Vintage theme, I have one more box to show you next week, and this one is a biggie.<br />
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<b><u>Thursday 26th January 2017</u></b><br />
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I came home from work on Thursday and trudged upstairs to shower, change into comfy clothes and relax but my O/H Paul followed me and managed to direct me into the front bedroom which is now my craft room. He was so busy talking that it took me about 5 minutes to realise there was a huge box and a couple of smaller packages lying in the middle of the floor. Yes, you guessed it the Vintage Singer had arrived. I was super excited but also exhausted from work that all I managed to do was open the outer box to have a peek inside. I think Paul was more excited than me as he lifted the machine out of its packaging to have a better look. I knew I wanted to study the machine and that it was going to take nearly a whole day to do so, so I instructed him to put it to one side. He was completely deflated, but I am a creature of habit, and I knew that if I just looked at the machine, it would lead to me taking it apart.<br />
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<u><b>Saturday 28th January 2017</b></u><br />
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Took one look at the Vintage Singer and look what happened. Didn't I tell you I was a creature of habit and what I would do?<br />
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Armed with car cleaning products (I figured if it's safe for a car's bodywork then it's safe for my Singer) bowls of water, cloths, various screwdrivers and sewing machine tools borrowed from my Brother machines (they've been taught to share lol!) I was raring to go. Three hours I sat taking photographs, removing screws, brushing out what looked like 50-year-old dust and lint, washing, oiling, and polishing.<br />
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Was I scared? Why hell yeah! I've never taken a machine apart before. But do you know? I reckon I sell myself short sometimes, and I don't give myself enough credit, because not only did I take the machine apart I also gave it a very thorough clean and then set about seeing if she would work.<br />
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Sadly the first half hour was fraught with thread breakage, bobbin mishaps and threads not looping to form stitches (see needle tracks in the photo above). I scratched my head, walked off poured myself a drink, and then had a brainwave- bobbin tension, top tension, needle change and a quick prayer to Paul's Grandmother, who was a Vintage Singer sewer and seamstress. And look, look what happened! She produced real stitches, beautiful real stitches, stitches that looped with the bobbin thread underneath. I hate to say it, but I sat and cried, smiled and cried; I'm a sentimental soul.<br />
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You see, this machine was very much wanted. I've yearned for a Vintage Singer since being taught to use a treadle wheel one as a five-year-old at Primary School. I knew I would never have the room for one of those and loved the fact that the hand crank is well, driven by hand. So when I found this machine in Wales, I purchased it and brought it back home, not knowing its history.<br />
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This model that I now own, well, she was made at the <a href="http://www.singersewinginfo.co.uk/kilbowie/">Kilbowie Singer Factory in Clydebank, Scotland (1867-1980)</a> on the 24th January 1956. She's just turned 61, and she will enjoy her retirement being loved, looked after and allowed to take part in an occasional sewing project. I've also named her Killy because I can't keep calling her it or she anymore. Isn't she a lucky old girl?<br />
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<u><b>Friday 27th January 2017</b></u><br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hygge-scheepjes-cal-2017">Hygge Scheepjes CAL 2017</a>- I just couldn't resist. I saw all the posts on Facebook and on Ravelry, and then I saw the pictures, and I was sucker-punched into making a purchase.<br />
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This isn't the colourway (pastel) I wanted. I wanted Rainbow (it was sold out) but hey-ho the colours in this box are gorgeous, and I can't wait to cast on; Wednesday 15th February 2017.<br />
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One of the other surprise packages that arrived on the same day as the sewing machine. This beautiful package from <a href="http://www.fabric-yard.co.uk/">Fabric Yard</a> this was an Instagram competition that I entered. I enter quite a few comps online, but I never expect to win anything so imagine my surprise when I got a pm to say that this would be winging its way to me; a half meter of Ditsy Flower by Sevenberry Fabrics.<br />
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I haven't a clue what I will make with it but I do know...<br />
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It's my favourite colour; reds and pinks, very lush.<br />
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Yes, I succumbed to the Hobbycraft sale, and all these beauties jumped into my cart without me protesting. Not sure when I hit the shiny thread button, though (turquoise one).<br />
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I opened this box today Sunday 29th of January 2017. I wasn't sure what to expect I knew there were some letters but other than that I was pretty much in the dark.<br />
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The tin is in a beautiful condition not much wear and tear and the base and inside look free from rust.<br />
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On opening, I'm faced with a folded empty paper bag!<br />
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Underneath this is a piece of material with a leaf pattern inked on it and to the side one single needle.<br />
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Rummage, rummage. I'm faced with another paper bag, which is also empty!<br />
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Next, a letter. On further reading, it looks like the instructions are written on a homework jotter page. Why do I think this? As on the other side, someone has written their class work.<br />
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Some embroidery thread, needles and pins and a glimpse of an envelope.<br />
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Not a letter at all (boo!) but an envelope being used as a needle holder.<br />
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The date; around 1954 by the look of the stamps and after searching online it appears I'm right (I used to collect stamps as a youngster).<br />
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More thread, snap fasteners and some crewel needles.<br />
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Some stitch instructions and carbon paper<br />
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This tin looks to have belonged to someone who loved embroidery and had a passion for dabbling in different stitch patterns. I love how they have written their notes down with their colour choices. The other letter was more seamstress based as it had skirt length and fabric measurements written down.<br />
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A bit flimsier than the floral one. I've not checked inside this one yet, and I'm not going to because I'm mean and want to leave the Amelie moment until next week. Lol!<br />
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And, feeling a bit like <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWqs2hDO4Eg" target="_blank">Amelie</a> when she finds the hidden box behind the tile in her bathroom. Although I didn't find this hidden in a secret place, it would've been cool if I had.<br />
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No, this wasn't as romantic as Amelie's find this was purchased on Ebay I'm afraid and what makes it even better? I haggled the price down, way down, quite a lot. Now, I would like to show you what is in the box but I'm going to be mean and save it for another post. All I will say is, yes it is a craft tin and yes it's full and just as an added teaser, it contains postal letters with a 1d stamp. The Queen's head is present on the stamp, so I guess the letters are from around the 1950's, 54 perhaps.<div><br /></div><div><br />
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My second haggle of the day was....this!<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">A beautiful Singer 99k Hand Crank Machine. Isn't she just beautiful? I've longed for a Vintage Singer Machine for an extremely long time, and when I saw this baby, I knew she had to be mine. Any sewer will tell you that their world is not complete until they have at least one or a couple of vintage machines in their possession. So, now that I have mine I can safely say no more machine purchases will be made by this little squirrel in the future. I'm quite content with my lot, for now, thank you.</span></div><div>
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Well, what a weekend. I just feel like my little hygge world is starting to blossom with these Vintage pieces, not the purchases but the history these items hold and who they belonged to before me. If only they could talk. I wonder what they would say?<br />
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Last weekend I got a copy of <u>The Little Book of Hygge: The Danish Way to Live Well</u>, which explains the Danish concept of 'hygge'. Denmark is often said to be the happiest country in the world and they say that's down to one thing: 'hygge'. You see since going back to work I've been thinking 'Oh, I blinked, and Christmas was gone. Where did the day go? It just wasn't looooooong enough'.<br />
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It took me four days to properly unwind from work and for my brain to realise I was on holiday and during this time sleep eluded me. By Christmas Eve I was like a walking zombie...sigh! I just wish I could go back and celebrate it all over again (without the insomnia) but I can't. Therefore 2017 is going to be entirely different; stress about my mum's health and my own, fretting about work and endless worrying about Paul's unemployment are being given the heave-ho for <i>hygge</i> (pronounced hue-gah).<br />
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So what is 'hygge?' The Danes describe it as a word that is a feeling or mood that comes from taking genuine pleasure in making ordinary, every day moments more meaningful, beautiful or unique. How do the Danes create <i>hygge</i> and what makes them happy? The author Wiking mentions many factors, such as cosy homes, togetherness, board games, inviting friends over to enjoy food and drink. Candles are imperative - 85% Danes connect candles and the correct lighting with <i>hygge</i>. For days and days, I've been poring over this book and talking the ears off Paul about how I would like 2017 to go. Now, this isn't me making New Year Resolutions, this is my attempt at surrounding myself with safeness, comfort and taking care of my mental health; to put it bluntly giving my mind and body a break. So, what will mine look like?<br />
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<li>Sofa slumping when I get home from work. <b><span style="color: #351c75;">Change:</span></b> <b>20 minutes of yoga.</b></li>
<li>I watch way too much T.V. <b><span style="color: #351c75;">Change: <span style="color: black;">Listen to more music, read a book or complete a jigsaw.✔</span></span></b></li>
<li><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;">I always take showers for quickness. <b><span style="color: #351c75;">Change: <span style="color: black;">Take more relaxing baths with candlelight.</span></span></b></span></span></li>
<li>Minimalist beauty routine. <b><span style="color: #351c75;">Change: <span style="color: black;">Pamper sessions a couple of times a week, even if it's just a face mask or manicure.</span></span></b></li>
<li>Always in a hurry and go for the quick snack option which is usually loaded with nasties. <span style="color: #351c75;"><b>Change:<span style="color: black;"> To eat more fruit and vegetables, drink more water every day. ✔</span></b></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;">I hibernate in the winter months. <span style="color: #351c75;"><b>Change: <span style="color: black;">Take more exercise outside; walks with the dog. </span></b></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;">I focus too much on the negative things around me. <b><span style="color: #351c75;">Change: <span style="color: black;">Start keeping an active thought jar. </span></span></b></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;"><b><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;">To make time for more crafting. ✔</span></span></b></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;"><b><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;">To join more swaps online (current one: <a href="http://madaboutbagsuk.blogspot.co.uk/2017/01/send-little-love-swap-2017.html" target="_blank">Mad About Bags</a>) ✔</span></span><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;"><br /></span></span></b></span></span></span></span></li>
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<span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;">These are just a few of the changes I want to make at the moment. I'm not going to stress out if I don't achieve them all each week, even one or two would be enough. The tick marks mean I've completed four this week...yeah! </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;">Recently I managed to resurrect some old WIP's (work in progress). The ancient WIP is a pair of mittens called <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/birchwood-mitts" target="_blank">Birchwood by Eskimimi</a>. I bought this pattern way back in <strike>2003</strike> no 2013, and I made the first mitt then put the project away. I don't know why because at the time of making the left mitt I was enjoying the pattern and the wool; <a href="http://www.loveknitting.com/debbie-bliss-rialto-dk?gclid=CjwKEAiA2OzDBRCdqIyIqYaaqQoSJABeJZdiqN9ZHZ17yxG9wjun2rGUMQFpukNid0z2zicg51idqhoChbDw_wcB&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=UK&country=GB&sku=YDB005_070">Debbie Bliss Rialto DK</a> in Basil colour wave. So it's partner was completed last weekend. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;">Another </span></span><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;">finish was my Opal Advent Calendar V-Stitch Blanket*</span></span><span style="color: #351c75;"><span style="color: black;"> I set myself the target of New Years Day for completing it, but I didn't meet that deadline. I think it was completed four days after this, which is cool. It felt special making it, and I didn't want to rush it or make a mistake, the border gave me the biggest headache because I knew it had to be just right. I even used maths to ensure the border finished evenly, and it worked! The last blanket photo shows my thumb near the starting stitch and my index finger with the last stitch. It was just meant to be, it was fate! Yes, out of all the crochet projects I've taken on board, this one is my favourite. It was just the best, best, best project ever. I don't know if it was the yarn colour changes or the excitement of making something beautiful just for me, I just don't know. But do you know what? I think it could be described as a hyggeligt moment (cosy moment) for me to enjoy and enjoy I will!</span></span><br />
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See you all in 2017<br />
Love<br />
Shirley, Paul<br />
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Bean<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I won this bag in a raffle organised by Jade Earley <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thegirlwiththebrightredhair/?hl=en" target="_blank">(The Girl With The Bright Red Hair)</a> finalist in The Great British Sewing Bee. My ticket was picked second, first prize was a Janome sewing machine.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stitching Santa swap; my gifts waiting to be unwrapped. We had to wait until Christmas Day to open them. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My beautiful Christmas gifts from Katrina <a href="http://rollingeyeballs.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank">(Rolling eyeballs)</a> I received some beautiful bee and flower fabric, buttons, zips, chocolate, patterns, a marvel wallet and decoration.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My Christmas gifts from Paul. My favourite present is the Guillermo Del Toro book, this book contains Del Toro's ideas for films, his second home which is his studio and illustrations for projects. The turquoise ring in the corner is a yoga wheel to help my back flexibility.</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td></tr>
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<b><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span>I've been opening my Opal yarn advent calendar each day and oohing and aahing over the colours as I go, but I couldn't decide what to make. I've seen others making sample crochet squares and socks and they are beautiful but the latter is just not me. So, when I happened upon the V stitch blanket today, I knew I had found my project.</span></span></span></b></h1>
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