Hats off to you!

Waaaay back in May, Harvey received a wonderful handmade hat from Tanya at Apple and Tangerine.

I was in la la newborn babyland and forgot to post about it. I did send a personal thank you to Tan but I still feel remiss for not blogging it.

Anywho, the hat it slightly too big at the moment but that's just perfect really. He has his Mr Fixit hat from Bec for now and by the new year that'll be too small and his hat from Tan will fit (well planned ladies ;o)

One side with cute Mu Mu fabric that I love with denim.

The other side with funky veggie fabric and denim.

And an extreme closeup just for funzies. 

I could just eat him but I checked and it's against the law.

I'm allowed to nibble though...

Thanks again both Tanya and Bec x

Ab ;o) xx

2.30AM shopping...it makes you see sideways.

The other night his majesty awoke at 2.30am so of course, so did I.

Fortunately I know to be prepared and take my phone with me.

Bleary eyed and slumped in my feeding chair, I managed to see a sale at The Haby Goddess and bought myself this gorgeous 'Peony' by Colette dress pattern.

The dangers of being a woman and therefore being able to multitask....

Not sure that I'm anywhere near ready to make the dress but as you can see, the magic word Beginner is on the pattern, mocking me.

I also recently bought this book. After reading several reviews I decided it seemed worth the purchase. 

(For some reason blogger has turned some pics sideways grrrr)

I haven't embarked on anything yet but in the meantime it's very pretty to look at.

My lovely aunt Jude made me this cute apple cosy. See how happy and snug that apple looks ;o)

It'll be great when I'm back at work next year, I hate bruises on my fruit.

As for me and craft?

I made this cushion, adapting a pattern by Melly

It was gifted to Harvey's friend Lily, from play group.

It has pride of place in her cot.

(more stupid sideways action by blogger)

I also embarked on sewing a top for me but we've been out of action for the last four days. Harvey Monster came down with a cold on Thursday and as is his generous nature, he gave a fair share of his germs to me.

There has been an alarming amount of snot, much of it wiped on me (unintentionally, I hope) but I think we're on the mend.

I'm so grateful for my IPhone and being able to play on the net during the wee hours. Much more than that, I am grateful for all the blogs and websites. It's wonderful to be able to keep in touch with my hobby while caring for my cherub.

Ab x

Cheesey grins!

                                       More wonderful crafted love from the best kind of Trash.

This natty jumper will come in very handy as the days get colder here.

I have managed a bit of time at the machine. 

I made these two blocks for The 1st Wednesday Block Swap. Sewing curves was a challenge but I think they turned out pretty good.

The Harvey Monster joined me in the sewing room yesterday and he slept, lulled by the sound of the machine...well he would have slept anyway but at least I know it doesn't disturb him.

Six weeks yesterday!

Daddy is HILARIOUS!

But just when you start thinking that about yourself....

Yawn!

Not that entertaining then :o)



I hope all your crafting is making you smile too.

Ab xx

Green dreams

Green is my favourite colour and due a few purchases and now gifts I think bubs is going to be seeing green.

The wonderful and charming Deb bought this gorgeous green bib for the mini-me.

I love the Pukeko's (New Zealand birdies) running along the bottom. They'll make me smile and think of you every time I wipe up baby's spit Deb :o)

Sticking with the birdie and green thing...Green is very much a family thing - good ole aunt Pam loves it too. I've had this chicken planned for a while and for once one of my impulse creations has come to fruition. The chook is cut out from some fabric (not pieced) and I made the legs out of embroidery thread with buttons for feet.

I hope Pammy likes her pin cushion. It's a belated birthday pressie.

Now I've got a week off before Christmas to visit, sew and shop for last minute gifts and relax.

It should be a fun week.

Hope you're all feeling festive.

Ab x