tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86820978987094789752024-02-19T10:42:18.522+08:00Mumsyblossom's WorldMumsyblossom's World: Days filled with love and laughter and a little sewing...Sharihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18308423156191499365noreply@blogger.comBlogger323125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8682097898709478975.post-33119506557806562022020-12-18T16:46:00.000+08:002020-12-18T16:46:04.030+08:00Happy Christmas to me🤗<p></p><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkH5RgDmTfhYc5m9TuT7lpJxv7uipZY2EI2kSAd9ex4gFNcMXlqVpeV-KpPPtBeX7ShgVk8HPdIz6q7bVQ4Lmh4n-8UuQMEyrrsf0it2Tr8Ye5YLuW8rtlhgbg_4ZbgAIDTSAoOgPA-Mia/s2048/E5B607A9-CA7B-4420-89A5-504B0AEF9073.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1379" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkH5RgDmTfhYc5m9TuT7lpJxv7uipZY2EI2kSAd9ex4gFNcMXlqVpeV-KpPPtBeX7ShgVk8HPdIz6q7bVQ4Lmh4n-8UuQMEyrrsf0it2Tr8Ye5YLuW8rtlhgbg_4ZbgAIDTSAoOgPA-Mia/s320/E5B607A9-CA7B-4420-89A5-504B0AEF9073.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>I bought these secondhand books online. Really pleased to add them to my library. I’m looking forward to reading them and working through them in the new year. <p></p>Sharihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18308423156191499365noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8682097898709478975.post-8762759596878895292020-12-18T07:38:00.004+08:002020-12-18T07:38:42.568+08:00Last minute Christmas gift idea...<p style="text-align: center;"> Tutorials for these sweet pincushions can be found at Joe, June and Mae. <a href="https://www.joejuneandmae.com/blog/how-to-use-small-fabric-scraps" target="_blank">Click here</a>.</p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.joejuneandmae.com/blog/how-to-use-small-fabric-scraps" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="733" data-original-width="1100" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-uVaYM02_R9XjOn1oGqfZnaxlAqyLdItetNqiYpSq1Avj59rwLDYy4a13ZzOwA14dKFF__ejBJ86v_wstt4QwbJB_wFKVfl0hH-Nc8G5r973Cz3E1s_p38mCeJ_BNjNSO3J_x4zGwe4yW/w400-h267/pin-cusion32_orig.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><p></p>Sharihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18308423156191499365noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8682097898709478975.post-49274172073502895942020-12-05T16:15:00.002+08:002020-12-05T16:17:15.444+08:00On the home run<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2Zrdae7xtR3j1TPfQLMJPLAZIevcMfXHJY5t5P4h0L5xkdD6rB0iZ0VS34S1M9RvcMPqv8o4BteYNUBq8qLETm5wy4TNaCp1iCWtdgAGvY0o02RyuH-eX3n5BblmxwsyHubyceLfMeyFc/s2048/58428784-7CBB-447C-993C-9F8998C67FC4.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2Zrdae7xtR3j1TPfQLMJPLAZIevcMfXHJY5t5P4h0L5xkdD6rB0iZ0VS34S1M9RvcMPqv8o4BteYNUBq8qLETm5wy4TNaCp1iCWtdgAGvY0o02RyuH-eX3n5BblmxwsyHubyceLfMeyFc/s320/58428784-7CBB-447C-993C-9F8998C67FC4.jpeg" /></a></div><br /> <p></p>Sharihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18308423156191499365noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8682097898709478975.post-91616012204392965412020-11-14T16:42:00.001+08:002020-12-05T16:17:43.681+08:00A little finish<p> Pincushion. 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Final block setting not yet determined. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVUFbBp-TqRPbpP5qR1zi8SHqWgIlq9cqegeKS3jwJNMXvlY-AvWwHqC0Q_97xhSsQVxEWUO62XxHNMyS-lDgE-q4LOY-2LNVtCvS83P5wyiCEeiDZXxydwy4BIzvZmOg_6iC4yiKtNoC7/s2048/552E001F-CE0F-4FD6-A616-5F3508C49DD2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVUFbBp-TqRPbpP5qR1zi8SHqWgIlq9cqegeKS3jwJNMXvlY-AvWwHqC0Q_97xhSsQVxEWUO62XxHNMyS-lDgE-q4LOY-2LNVtCvS83P5wyiCEeiDZXxydwy4BIzvZmOg_6iC4yiKtNoC7/s320/552E001F-CE0F-4FD6-A616-5F3508C49DD2.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p>Sharihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18308423156191499365noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8682097898709478975.post-84959857868148679802020-07-21T11:19:00.003+08:002020-07-21T11:19:45.360+08:00A little pink project<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This child's charity quilt was made by my <a href="http://site2.wpcmv.net/" target="_blank">church </a>quilt group that included beginner to experienced quilters. Each block was done individually as <a href="https://www.shinyhappyworld.com/browse/lessons-tutorials" target="_blank">QAYG</a> (quilt as you go). It measures 40" square. The top was made entirely from stash but I purchased a striped fabric for the backing. I'll try to get a photo of the back before it is gifted to the <a href="http://www.pregnancyproblemhouse.com/" target="_blank">charity</a> we chose.</div>
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The pattern is <a href="https://shop.shinyhappyworld.com/collections/quilt-patterns/products/safari-applique-quilt-pattern" target="_blank">Safari </a>from <a href="https://www.shinyhappyworld.com/" target="_blank">Shiny Happy World</a>. Shiny Happy World has a lot of great patterns in this style. I took advantage of a sale and purchased quite a few. I'm planning to do one for my daughter's best friend who has a baby boy. Thinking of this: <a href="https://shop.shinyhappyworld.com/collections/quilt-patterns/products/beep-beep-cars-and-trucks-quilt-pattern" target="_blank">Beep Beep</a>.</div>
Sharihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18308423156191499365noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8682097898709478975.post-36271202228056662132018-06-08T07:04:00.000+08:002018-06-08T07:04:53.982+08:00WA Inspired Art Quilters Exhibition<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Three <a href="http://www.betterpetsandgardens.com.au/pet-care/birds-and-poultry/chickens-in-the-backyard/" target="_blank">backyard hens</a> who are pets with benefits (eggs).</div>
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Great tips - uses the 'just 15 minutes' and the 'little and often' philosophySharihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18308423156191499365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8682097898709478975.post-81675105689414244542017-08-17T07:46:00.004+08:002017-08-17T07:46:52.234+08:00Bernina & Zen Chic Quilt-Along: Playing with Triangles<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Here's another quilt along if you are looking for a little inspiration.</div>
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Check it out <a href="http://blog.bernina.com/en/2017/08/bernina-zen-chic-quilt/" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
<br />Sharihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18308423156191499365noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8682097898709478975.post-45187306092187991012017-08-16T08:07:00.001+08:002017-08-16T08:07:11.917+08:00New Applique BOM - On My Window<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Esther Aliu is starting a new free BOM.</div>
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I love flowers in vases.</div>
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Check it out <a href="http://estheraliu.blogspot.com.au/2017/08/on-my-window-flowers-bloom-is-launched.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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The curves are gentle and appropriate for beginners.</div>
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"The Finish Line isn’t the end to helping 199 health-related charities with a donation, big or small, every bit counts. Our charities are researching, educating and supporting people living with chronic illness and these funds help make a difference."</div>
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So me and my 36,000 closest friends had a great day on Sunday... ha ha. Got your attention. Seriously, there were a lot of happy people on Sunday. Serious athletes, friend groups, family groups. I saw some pretty awesome prams/strollers with cheerful babies.</div>
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My daughter Corbie walked with me as organised, and my husband tagged along as well. We walked a little faster than I normally do, which is slower than Corbie's normal walk and much faster than my husband's normal pace. I was just the tiniest bit puffed at the end, and it felt great. So my goal for next year is to beat this year's time.</div>
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Fundraising is just short of my goal and I really appreciate all the donations to Lifeline. It's hard for me to ask people to donate because I know finances are tight and I know most people have 'charity fatigue'. Lifeline is a charity worth putting yourself out there for.</div>
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<span style="color: #303030;">I'm not sure how long this <a href="https://hbfrun2017.everydayhero.com/au/shari" target="_blank">page</a> will stay active so donate now. No one knows what the future holds. Maybe you will be calling Lifeline with your crisis some day. Let's hope someone answers.</span><span style="color: #274e13;"> <a href="https://hbfrun2017.everydayhero.com/au/shari" target="_blank">Click the green donate button</a></span><span style="color: #303030;">. (You can use Paypal).</span></div>
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I've not had much sewing progress since my last post. I'm mostly busy with work, family and church these days. I'm not a hermit though and this year I am participating in the <a href="https://www.hbfrun.com.au/" target="_blank">HBF Run for a Reason</a>. I've chosen a charity to fund raise for and have been seeking donations for a few weeks now. Tomorrow is event day and I'm feeling really excited to get out there with thousands of other people.</div>
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The charity I chose to fund raise for is <a href="https://www.lifelinewa.org.au/" target="_blank">Lifeline (13 11 14), a Crisis Support and Suicide Prevention</a> help line. This is a little personal for me as I've known so many hurting people through my day job and sadly several who have committed suicide. We simply must do more for people who need this kind of help. </div>
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If you haven't donated to a charity in a while and want to feel good about yourself, click over and make a donation. Most people won't miss $25. Donate today as my page will be active only for a little while. But you can go over to <a href="https://www.lifelinewa.org.au/" target="_blank">Lifeline</a>'s page for a direct donation any time.</div>
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<br />Sharihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18308423156191499365noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8682097898709478975.post-61506225988789332682017-03-12T15:02:00.000+08:002017-03-12T15:03:08.172+08:00No Sleep RetreatI guess if I'm featured in the QNews (a newsletter for members of the <a href="https://waquilters.com/" target="_blank">WA Quilters Association</a>) I'd better get organised and get a post up. I don't have a lot of time for sewing at the moment so haven't blogged properly for ages.<br />
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One of the recent activities I participated in through the WA Quilter's Association was a no-sleep <a href="https://waquilters.com/activities/retreats/" target="_blank">retreat</a>. This is a one day sewing activity that went from 10am to 10pm with either hand or machine sewing. I was able to make a good start on a baby quilt for a friend of one of my daughters.<br />
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The retreat was held in a church hall which had plenty of light and space. Overall it was a great venue but unfortunately no air conditioning. The day turned out hot, hot, hot at 40C. There were ceiling fans and high windows and we could take our shoes off so we just got on with it. We are tough Aussie girls after all. We took our own lunch and our tea was catered. We had two shops in residence so we got to have a little retail therapy.<br />
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Robyn from <a href="http://thestrawberrythief.com.au/" target="_blank">The Strawberry Thief</a> brought gorgeous Liberty fabrics and a selection of her quilts to show how she used them. She also shared the history of Liberty fabrics and what makes it so special. Robyn has done a great blog post <a href="http://www.thestrawberrythief.com.au/page/tips-and-tricks-sewing-with-liberty-lawn/" target="_blank">Tips and Tricks - Sewing with Liberty Fabrics</a>.<br />
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Our other shop was Anya of <a href="http://thequirkystitch.com.au/" target="_blank">The Quirky Stitch</a>. She demonstrated one of her products - a mini hoop which can be used as necklace, brooch, little pincushion etc.<br />
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We had a lovely late summer day here in Perth yesterday. We enjoyed time with friends for a picnic and then a walk along the tranquil Swan River. I managed to forget my hat so I'm a bit red today - just call me Rudolph (a.k.a. red nosed)<br />
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It's cooler and rainy today in Perth - with a little thunder even. A reminder that summer will end soon as it usually does. We will enjoy the cool and rain but no one thinks that summer is done with us yet. I suspect there are plenty of hot days ahead.<br />
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Hope you enjoyed your little visit to my blog.Sharihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18308423156191499365noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8682097898709478975.post-25558796682648087282017-01-29T17:27:00.000+08:002017-01-29T17:27:09.822+08:00Stonehenge - Esperance<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
March 2015. A quick trip South to visit family. Who knew this complete, life-sized replica of England's Stonehenge was tucked away only a few km out of town? Not me. It was totally amazing and had a real atmosphere. The huge granite blocks created a calm quiet space.</div>
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Inside the structure it was cool and green and serene.<br />
Standing on one side of the circle looking back at my husband and brother-in-law.<br />
Gives you an idea of scale.<br />
If you live in WA or are just visiting, it's well worth the journey.<br />
<a href="http://esperancestonehenge.com.au/" target="_blank">Esperance Stonehenge</a>.<br />
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"The Maggie’s First Dance <strong style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Free</strong> BOM will have 5 different blocks, and it will start in June and run through November. Once again, you will have the following options for making your blocks:</div>
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*you can just piece them<br />
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I started blogging in 2008. An early post was about this tree.</div>
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Sadly this tree was pulled out so the drive could be extended.</div>
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The blooms were amazing.</div>
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I really miss that tree.</div>
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I'm thinking I need to get out of the City and get me some of this action.</div>
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