Thursday, August 20, 2009
My creative space
Yes, it's the hexagons again. I only have 53 twisted hexagons to make and then sew together, and another 15 or 16 half twisted hexagons to attach to the top and bottom. That's only, like, 451 papers I have to baste, sew and whip stitch in place. Pfft. That's nothing. Cough. However, it did provide a very good excuse to buy 8 new fabrics for the quilt - I was running out.
So when a warm sunny afternoon presents itself you make the most of it. Coffee, sun on my neck, and sewing under the elm tree. The grass needs mowing, the frog pond needs filling and the broad beans are in desperate need of a good staking, but that can wait a little longer. It doesn't matter right now. This? Under the elm tree? This is my bliss.
More bliss and creativity over at Kirsty's!
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
I've just sold my 200th item in my Etsy store. I'm feeling the need to have a little celebration, but not being a big fan of parties, I think a giveaway of some sort is in order. Check back tomorrow!
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
Sewing in the sun under the tree sounds fabulous!
ReplyDeleteHey what a lovely way to spend the day, it's so nice that you have portable things to work on in the sunny weather.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your 200th sale Woo Hoo!
Congratulations on the landmark sale and I must say that elm tree looks like the most perfect creative space!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful day and what a great selection of fabric!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the sales :)
Only... only... only... you made me cough too! It's great to see that rather than feel overwhelmed by your project, you have used it to inspire fabric buying and afternoons in the sun.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely way to spend a creative day!
ReplyDeleteAnd congrats!!! for the sale- I had two sales in one day yesterday and I was thrilled too, but 200!! lovely number that!
Annamaria
What beautiful photos... I love a bit of sunshine in the arvo!
ReplyDeleteNo better way to spend a day! How gorgeous has the weather been this week. Congratulations on 200 sales - wow!!
ReplyDeleteLoving all those hexagons. It looks like you have perfect weather too. I have the very same sewing tin too, very handy.
ReplyDeleteCan't help but make the most of these lovely days, you look like you have a good spot there. : )
ReplyDeletei could not agree more ...everything else can wait when there is sunshine...coffee & snipping
ReplyDeleteI did some stitching yesterday with the sun on my back It was bliss. Love your fabrics. Nice job
ReplyDeleteThat is one big effort. I cant wait to see the results.
ReplyDeleteLove the progress of the hexagons and the way you choose to spend a lovely arvo.
ReplyDeleteCongrtats on the big 200. It's a wonderful achievement.
ReplyDeleteLoving the new blog header too.
I really love those twisted hexes.
ReplyDeleteWow! You must be a very patient woman ;-)
ReplyDeleteStitching in the sun is such a lovely thing to do.
200! that is huge - how fabulous are you! I love the look of your outdoor creative space. I want to be there rather than in this office!
ReplyDeleteI'm hexagoning too and still adore your 30's style fabric! I'd like to join you under that elm tree. Take heart, you will be finished long before I am! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat an inspiration you are. So hard at work...
ReplyDeleteI am SO in awe of your patience! Congrats too on the 200 sales, that's a real achievement.
ReplyDeleteWow - I really admire your work and your patience!! I love the fabrics chosen. Can't wait to see the finished product.
ReplyDeleteI spend yesterday afternoon doing some hand work in the sun with a cup of tea near by...yes you are right..Bliss!
ReplyDeletegorgeous fabric. what a lovely sunny space.
ReplyDeletewow, a perfect (if busy) looking space
ReplyDeleteOh this sounds so perfect. Love your fabrics :) K
ReplyDelete200 items? WOW! congrats! And your creative space looks blissful.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful spot to spend an afternoon. Looks lovely. I love your Singer tin!
ReplyDeleteSound so gorgeous, can I come?!
ReplyDeleteWow - 451?! I'm afraid I can only sew things that I can count on my fingers and toes! Mind you I could be tempted with the beautiful fabric you have chosen and the lure of the sunshine.
ReplyDeletebtw ... I love the changing masthead - very inspiring.
ReplyDeleteI find it almost impossible to do any type of "housework" (including gardening) when the sun is shining in winter!! Huzzah for crafting outside!
ReplyDeleteAnd congrats on the 200th sale, that's fantastic!!
Oh heavenly bliss! What more could you ask for!
ReplyDeleteWe could do with a bit of that glorious sunshine over here in the west...
Beautiful setting for working--lovely table cloth.
ReplyDeleteYou are hilarious.
ReplyDeleteI wish I could sit down and join you. Your space looks lovely!
ReplyDeleteI'll bring the tea if you'll let me sit under your tree...it looks so inviting.
ReplyDeleteCarolyn*
Looks like a gorgeous day to be outside sewing. I love your hexagons all piled up there.
ReplyDeletePS. Did you see the napkins I found at the op-shop? They look like the perfect match to your table cloth! :)
ReplyDeletehttp://alittlebirdtoldme-craft.blogspot.com/2009/07/i-love-op-shopping.html