Saturday, 20 July 2013

Friday night sew in

Wendy from sugarlane quilts hosted FNSI last night and that was the perfect incentive for me to finish the second block of the Chateau Hexagon quilt, such a cute little block.  I added the last stitches this morning although I really should be doing housework!  Thanks Wendy for being our wonderful host.
We are in the middle of school holidays here so I have been reasonably busy, however I have completed one side of the crochet cushion I am making and I made time on Thursday and Friday to sew Charlie a dress.  It is from a gorgeous book called Home Sewn which has a lovely introduction about the origin of New Zealand fashion and home sewing.  There are also ten patterns from leading NZ designers.  Hopefully I will get a photo of Charlie in her dress at some stage to share.  Well, no more procrastinating for me, I must get on with my day, Wendy xx
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39 comments:

  1. creations.120 July 2013 at 10:44

    Your block is lovely - love Charlie's dress (design)- very comfy!!

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  2. Leeanne20 July 2013 at 10:49

    Nice to see your progress with Lynette's new button mystery. I haven't started mine yet, just waiting to see a couple more months before I make my decision on fabric.
    Your cushion is going to be cool. I look forward to Charlie modeling the cute dress. Happy house work to ya!

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  3. Christine M20 July 2013 at 11:43

    Your block is looking beautiful Wendy. I'm looking forward to seeing your cushion. That fabric is lovely for Charlie's dress.

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  4. Anonymous20 July 2013 at 11:53

    your work is amazing Wendy,you had a very productive FNSI,well done.xx

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  5. Sharon - Lilabelle Lane20 July 2013 at 12:02

    Your stitching is so neat. Looking forward to seeing Charlies dress and your new cushion. hugs

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  6. Michelle20 July 2013 at 12:04

    Love the stitching block-so cute and your stitches are so perfect! Pillow looks fab also and Charlies dress is going to be gorgeous! Love the fabric!! I too am supposed to be doing housework but it is so hard to get my head into it! enjoy your weekend, Michelle.

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  7. Michelle Ridgway20 July 2013 at 12:19

    Lots of lovely projects Wendy. Your block is wonderful.

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  8. Susan20 July 2013 at 12:25

    Wow, so much lovely work. The little flower stitchery is so sweet.I am amazed by all the gorgeous crochet around, your pillow will be great. Looking forward to seeing Charlie model her new dress.

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  9. Mistea20 July 2013 at 12:28

    Love the look of the crochet for your cushion those colours are gorgeous. Pretty stitching as always.
    Lucky Charlie that looks like a pretty dress you are making.

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  10. Rosie20 July 2013 at 12:50

    Lots going on at your place last night. Love your stitchery.

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  11. Kristen King20 July 2013 at 13:19

    My goodness Wendy everything is beautiful! :)

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  12. Katherine20 July 2013 at 13:28

    Such a gorgeous block and love the crochet and the dress. Been a very long time since I have sewn clothing lol. Enjoy your holidays.

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  13. barb's creations20 July 2013 at 15:28

    Your needle turn is so neat,lovely block. Look forward to seeing the finished cushion and dress :) Barb.

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  14. Julie20 July 2013 at 16:04

    Beautiful work Wendy :-) Love the colours you are crocheting with too & Charlies dress looks amazing. Had been thinking it was school holidays & hoped you would get some crafting done, look forward to seeing pic of Charlie in her dress sometime x0x

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  15. Anita20 July 2013 at 16:11

    Really love your stitchery and your crochetin is gorgeous. Love the colours.
    Cheers, Anita.

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  16. Deb R20 July 2013 at 17:01

    Lovely block Wendy, as is the colours of your wool! Love Lynette Anderson patterns.

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  17. Deb R20 July 2013 at 17:01

    Lovely block Wendy, as is the colours of your wool! Love Lynette Anderson patterns.

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  18. Maria20 July 2013 at 17:41

    Charlie's dress is made of nice fabric.
    Your BOM looks great and the crochet cushion will look lovely when it is finished.

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  19. Helen 20 July 2013 at 17:52

    Love your Lynette Anderson block. A very productive FNSI !

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  20. Raewyn20 July 2013 at 18:12

    Good on you with the dressmaking :-) Your Chateau Hexagon block looks lovely as does your cushion - very effective colours :-) Happy Sunday!!

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  21. Lisa20 July 2013 at 18:18

    I am doing this too... I have done block one and two but havnt put it up on my blog yet. Yours looks great!

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  22. Anonymous20 July 2013 at 18:51

    You have been busy, love Charlie's dress, that book sounds interesting too...........your stitching is always so beautiful Wendy. x

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  23. Bev C20 July 2013 at 19:44

    Hello Wendy,

    Charlie is blessed to have you as a Mum. Your other projects are going so well, love the colours of the wool in the rug.

    Happy days.
    Bev.

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  24. Fiona20 July 2013 at 19:54

    what a stunning block... just lovely and your work is so neat... pretty crochet too and I hope Charlie will model the dress.. it looks great...
    Hugz

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  25. lousnewsandcraftycreations20 July 2013 at 20:27

    Lovely stitching Wendy.Youve been busy,stitching dressmaking and crochet.The cushion is very pretty ,love the colours.xx

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  26. Leanne20 July 2013 at 21:10

    Beautiful projects Wendy, your crochet is very pretty.

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  27. Cat20 July 2013 at 22:27

    So much more fun crafting then doing house work and your little flower pot is beautiful. Your cushion is coming along so well the colours are a great choice and the dress for Charlie is really pretty, such lovely fabric and I love the sweet gathering. Wishing you a wonderful week. Hugs Catherine. xx

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  28. Lyn20 July 2013 at 23:33

    Your projects are just gorgeous..such lovely stitching..

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  29. Shari21 July 2013 at 02:49

    oh, oh, oh, I love every piece! Great work!

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  30. Emily C21 July 2013 at 09:00

    Very nice. Love the little birds.

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  31. Noela21 July 2013 at 13:09

    Your block is beautiful. Love the crochet. The dress is very pretty. Lots of lovely sewing done. Hugs.....

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  32. Joy McD21 July 2013 at 23:16

    Lovely projects, you got lots done! xxx

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  33. Donna Baker22 July 2013 at 03:14

    the bird embroidery is so sweet (stopping by from the FNSI sign up)

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  34. donna22 July 2013 at 06:08

    You have been a busy gal. Love your block and your crochet. The blouse you are making has turned out gorgeous. Did you sleep? lol
    Hugs
    donna

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  35. Nicky23 July 2013 at 09:09

    It's all looking great Wendy, isn't Chateau Hexagon a pretty design. I admire your beautiful dressmaking skills too, something I haven't tried in years. Have a lovely week 2 of the holidays!

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  36. Sheila23 July 2013 at 12:41

    Wonderful block Wendy and the dress for Charlie looks lovely too!

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  37. Anthea23 July 2013 at 16:00

    Your progress with Chateau is just lovely Wendy - it's the reason I am going to teach myself some kind of needle turn, so I can start mine!!
    And very pretty fabrics for Charlie's dress too, enjoy the sewing x

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  38. Cheryll24 July 2013 at 11:43

    Gorgeous colours in your cushion top. And I just LOVE the button in your flower stitchery... it's a perfect addition! :)

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  39. Tatkis1 August 2013 at 01:51

    What a wonderful block, so sweet!
    Dress looks perfect!

    Hugs,
    Tatyana

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