Meeeeeee! Along with many others, as I found out as I waited with about 30 other folks for the bell to ring signalling 9.30 this morning. I picked up a few goodies…

This little cupboard. $10.

This glass ware, 50c a piece (cake stand, bowl & cute cherries)

Orange watering can vase & teapot stand. 50c each.

Simplicity sewing book. 20c. I now have a spare copy which is missing a few pages. If you’d like it leave me a comment

Golden Hands 60 things to sew for children. 20c

Not picured are the clothes for Zoe, a top for me, other mags and books, the delicious chocolate topped slice or the candy coloured chenille bedspread I picked up at a garage sale on the way home. The garage sale also delivered a baby teapot for the mummy teapot we already had. Introducing the ‘Carlton’ in 2 and 6 cup sizes…

I think I have a problem. I just can’t stop buying things! Mum has challenged me to get through November without op shopping. I don’t think I want to. It really brings me joy.

Incidentally it is the final day of Blogtoberfest. I consider it to have been a success. I only missed a couple of days, and am now in the ’swing’ of blogging. Don’t worry loyal readers, I shall continue my regular blogging. I rather enjoy it! Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

Now I must admit that I took part in some tidying and vacuuming before taking these photos… Here is my uninspiring BLOG HQ, which is also Mr T’s toy room. Hence the pristine surfboards, golf clubs and fishing gear.

I did throw my new rainbow cloth over the ugly but comfortable ex-caravan park chair. The sesame street pencil tin has been hanging around since I bought it in Japan in ‘99, the little sleeping creatures are from the same time in my life. I love that this space is at the furtherest end of the house. I can sneak in here and it takes the kids some time to find me. When they do find me they are entertained with a staple remover each and a piece of scrap paper. Endless fun snapping at each other with those staple removers… and only one injury so far.

Now get over to Pip’s for far more exciting places

Ha! I tricked you with that title. Well, kind of. We did go to the beach today, and I did buy a rainbow or two at the op shop. This morning Tateb had his first look at kinder for next year. I’m pretty sure it got the thumbs up from him, running, jumping, playing with other boys, checking out the guinea pigs, using fluoro playdough. The list goes on. An ice cream bribe was required to get my children out of there without screaming. Unfortunately for Tatie, this is the best photo I took of him… he he.

After kinder it was time for a trip to the cafe that sells ice creams for the kids, and a foccacia for moi. Then onto the op shop. Thankfully a kind man was manning the desk today. He was very tolerant and kind and even showed me a top that still had the $70 tag on! Pity it was tiny, and not really my style. I tried it on anyway. I did make a couple of purchases, a rainbow silk scarf/sarong/square that is bright and lovely. Also a rainbow spotted top, that is a bit big and unusual but I like the fabric. whoopsie! Oh, and a couple of children’s books (as usual).

And THEN, we went to the beach. Of course we weren’t planning on going to the beach. There were no towel or bathers, but like the other kids, there was swimming in undies!

see you tomorrow for the final day of blogtoberfest!!

Well my creative space is very very messy. But here’s a little snippet… a pattern picked up today at the oppy, which has inspired me to make a little pinny for a brand new baby girl. The pattern is for a 6 month size, which is pretty sensible. I’ve seen this baby’s wardrobe and it is rather extensive in the smaller sizes!

Because it looked pretty, a tin of rick rack. That gold might come in handy for a christmas project, now I just need to think of one.

And now for my next give-away… this size 2 reversible pinnie.

Some of the fabric is a little bit vintage, as is the pattern.  I will do the buttons, and I’ll make a matching headband before I post it

Just leave a comment on this post before Midnight on Monday to be in the draw.

More creative spaces over at Kootoyoo                     xoxo

Thanks to my lovely Mum (I think I’ve mentioned her before)… I have a great new pair of sandals! Incidentally it was my mum who bought my favourite boots… spoilt? maybe.

They are leather and soft and comfortable and soft and comfortable. With a slight heel for my high arches (bet you didn’t need to know THAT!).  Sure, they are kinda sensible, but I’m at that age & stage you know? I hope you don’t think my toes are wierd or my feet are gross or something. I didn’t think they were so pale! Here’s an outdoor shot…

I’ve had a great day today with a bunch of fabbo ladies coming over for cuppa/lunch/play. It was ace being around like-minded people, you know, people who understand why there’s stuff all over the dining table. There were three other girls around Zoe’s age, too cute!

Here’s an update on the strawberries, they are still alive despite Zoe’s best efforts to rip her brother’s plant. Little devil! The gremlin peering in the corner is Mr Tweetheart, bless him. They’re our bins in the background. noice.

Every cat I’ve known and loved has enjoyed sitting on a hot water service. Indi is no exception.

I hope you don’t find the different sized photos annoying. Let me know if you do and I’ll try harder next time! Sorry I haven’t announced the next give-away yet, I’ll do it tomorrow!

Ciao for now xox

Vic!! There will be some extra goodies too… let me know your address and I’ll get it posted!

The little space bib from last night is winging it’s way to Steffi.
I’ll be back soon with this week’s give-away, I’m thinking it could be a little bit vintage.  Stay tuned. xox

I definitely fell off the blogtoberfest wagon yesterday. I did actually take a photo for ‘my place & yours’ but I think I accidentally deleted it. Last night a bib making urge hit me. Was it cluckiness? stash busting? the need for an easy project? I’m not sure. But today I finished 6 little bibs.

I love the rabbits the best. I loved it when Zoe said ‘like Willa!’ Good spotting. The bibs are coming with me to kindergym tomorrow, to distribute to the new babies.

If you’re the first/only person to leave a comment before tomorrow morning you can choose one for me to send you. absolutely FREE!

xoxo

I’ll be back for ‘my place & yours’ tomorrow… enjoy yours

I don’t even know what to title today’s post. I’ve spent the last half hour or so cackling over regretsy. Oh my gosh! Thank you punky’s mamma, for the introduction.

So I may have mentioned my ‘collection’ (well, a cardboard box full) of vintage/thrifted aprons. I’ve been trying to find a tutorial to turn one into a top or little girl’s dress. So far I’m not coming up with much. This tutorial demonstrates making a tote bag from an apron. Then there are making an apron from a pillowcase, feed sack etc. But I haven’t found a top one yet. I guess I should make one up myself huh?

This is Zoe’s Christmas dress from last year. I really love it but it doesn’t fit anymore (armholes too tight). What to do? Keep for ever or pass it on?

ps. I’m TOTALLY going to buy a hot glue gun and some matches tomorrow…. I want to make one of these desperately.

until tomorrow, sweet dreams xox

I’m feeling some blogtoberfest fatigue now. The novelty of posting every day is wearing thin. The sun is shining brightly, beckoning me outside. My large pile of ‘to-do’ sewing is calling to me gently. As I look above me right now our resident ‘computer room’ daddy long legs is wrapping another fly. ick. I know where I’d rather be.

During my craft room cleaning (oh, please don’t laugh) I discovered a little almost-finished softie. He took no time at all to sew and stuff. I FINISHED SOMETHING. Here he is… basic? yuh huh! I’m thinking of ripping him open and adding a bell.

And because we can never have too many photos of miss Zoe… here she is modelling her delightful new pants (or should I say, looking at a lamb’s ear leaf). Thanks G!

I’m REALLY digging that pocket fabric…

xoxo