Summer Berries

A summer pavlova! I love the way the berries reflect the colours in the table cloth. Anyone who has been to Mauritius will recognize the colourfull, hand embroidered, island figures.Wish I was there now!

New start!

I haven't disappeared off the face of the earth, just had a bad creative start to the year! My digital printer has given me endless trouble and only seems to print when it feels like it! At the moment is not printing magenta at all, which obviously affects all the colours, except black. Also, the fabric supplier I use for my tea towels has closed down and I need to go to Cape Town to try and find a new supplier. I've been trying to think of something else to make for my etsy shop but it seems that all good idea's are taken!

I haven't been blogging because I feel I have nothing to blog about but I still read other peoples blogs and look forward to their posts everyday. I suppose that is a bit selfish really so I have decided to make an effort. I do so admire all of you out there who put in so much time and effort to take pics everyday. In an attempt to clear my mind I started by tidying out my fabric stash. Considering that I don't really sew much, I seem to have accumulated a fair amount of fabric!

I just need to get started and today is the day! It's a very late start to 2010 but I suppose 'better late than never!'

Merry Christmas

With no small children in the house and no need for stockings etc. I must admit our decorations have become a bit sad! At least I have put up the tree and hopefully next year will be a bit more energetic about other decorations! May you all have a Blessed Christmas with your families and friends. I hope to be back next year bursting with enthusiasim, creativity and energy!

Pack your bags

These vintage suitcases, found in a second hand shop, make me think of how much travel has changed. We throw everything into a soft tog bag or ruck sack and off we go! No trunks, hat boxes,leather and beautiful brass trims. Our bags only last for one or two trips and in the bin they go, to make room for a new branded beauty.I would love to know where these suitcases have been, if only they could talk!

Matric dance

My son and his girlfriend went to her matric dance recently and I took these pics for them.

Beautiful detail on the shoes and dress!

When you come to take photo's in Hermanus you realize how many great views there are. Living here you sort of take the stunning scenery for granted.

It was quite a windy, grey day but we mananged some lovely shots.

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Another interesting shop found on my travels to the Natal Midlands! The wind has blown the sign around but it is called etc etc!
I absolutely LOVE black and white checked floors. I know they can be a bit over the top but there is something about them that is sooooo appealing!

Pretty prints and orchids.

I also love vintage cups and saucers and have a small collection of my own. I always feels loathe to use them in case they get broken, but I suppose that is silly, they are no use if not enjoyed!

spring flowers

Unfortunately I had to go into hospital for a few days, but the upside was all the gorgeous flowers I received!