Bean bag fun

I've made the wee man his own little bean bag! The sewing detail is pretty shoddy - but the cars and colours on the fabric makes up for it! I followed an online tutorial, till it got confusing so I just made it up as I went along.

Bean bag for the wee man!

Testing the bounce

Bottom test... passed.

It's a hit!!!

{this moment}

{this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.

If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to find and see.

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Material dilemma

I thought about doing a new project and learning how to make cushion covers (my sister has put in her first request) but I found myself sucked into the world of quilting again! I quickly threw this together (doing my first 'Disappearing Nine' patchwork) thinking it would make a nice baby quilt for future gifts. However, after looking at it for a few hours I'm not sure I like all the material in it.
I need some ideas on how to make it look 'less retro' and more cute.

Failing that... a tutorial on how to make one of those plastic bag holders for the kitchen!

Not as cute as I'd like!

Lollipop Quilt - Done!

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I've done it! I've finally finished my second quilt - following this brilliant tutorial made up by this clever lady. Feast your eyes on the Lollipop quilt:

My second ever quilt. I'm chuffed with the results. 

Just don't look at the binding too close.

Moda "Lollipop" quilt (well, the bottom half anyway)

Logan gets his first peep at his new quilt

Checking Mummy's stitching up close

After all my hard work, he thinks it's fun to jump on

Baby Rosie enjoying her new quilt

The hours of hand-sewing are totally worth it after my sister sent this photo of my gorgeous new niece enjoying her quilt!

"This is the best quilt I've ever laid on..."

Welcome Rosie Leigh! I'm glad you like my present xxx

Why why why?!

I need help please. Why oh why does the underneath sewing go like this?


I've taken the bobbin out and it's still doing it. Can a pro please help me?

*kicks machine*

- Posted from my iPhone

A week of firsts

Making life difficult for the hairdresser

My baby boy had his first haircut yesterday.
And he took his first steps last Thursday.
I cried.