Thursday, August 20, 2009

My creative space

Hexagons

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.

Basting

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!

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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!

39 comments:

amy said...

Sewing in the sun under the tree sounds fabulous!

Leonie said...

Hey what a lovely way to spend the day, it's so nice that you have portable things to work on in the sunny weather.
Congrats on your 200th sale Woo Hoo!

Bec said...

Congratulations on the landmark sale and I must say that elm tree looks like the most perfect creative space!

Amanda said...

Beautiful day and what a great selection of fabric!!

Congrats on the sales :)

Nikki Cardigan said...

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.

caramela said...

What a lovely way to spend a creative day!
And congrats!!! for the sale- I had two sales in one day yesterday and I was thrilled too, but 200!! lovely number that!
Annamaria

CurlyPops said...

What beautiful photos... I love a bit of sunshine in the arvo!

Michelle said...

No better way to spend a day! How gorgeous has the weather been this week. Congratulations on 200 sales - wow!!

sue said...

Loving all those hexagons. It looks like you have perfect weather too. I have the very same sewing tin too, very handy.

Tammy James said...

Can't help but make the most of these lovely days, you look like you have a good spot there. : )

elk said...

i could not agree more ...everything else can wait when there is sunshine...coffee & snipping

Leahdis said...

I did some stitching yesterday with the sun on my back It was bliss. Love your fabrics. Nice job

Leonie Guld said...

That is one big effort. I cant wait to see the results.

Lara said...

Love the progress of the hexagons and the way you choose to spend a lovely arvo.

Tinniegirl said...

Congrtats on the big 200. It's a wonderful achievement.

Loving the new blog header too.

Kirsty said...

I really love those twisted hexes.

dillpickle said...

Wow! You must be a very patient woman ;-)

Stitching in the sun is such a lovely thing to do.

knitting sprouts said...

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!

Christina Lowry said...

I'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! :)

Cindy said...

What an inspiration you are. So hard at work...

MissyP said...

I am SO in awe of your patience! Congrats too on the 200 sales, that's a real achievement.

yardage girl said...

Wow - I really admire your work and your patience!! I love the fabrics chosen. Can't wait to see the finished product.

Sew Create It - Jane said...

I spend yesterday afternoon doing some hand work in the sun with a cup of tea near by...yes you are right..Bliss!

woollywotnots said...

gorgeous fabric. what a lovely sunny space.

claribell said...

wow, a perfect (if busy) looking space

Kylie said...

Oh this sounds so perfect. Love your fabrics :) K

The Toy Society said...

200 items? WOW! congrats! And your creative space looks blissful.

Sherrin said...

What a beautiful spot to spend an afternoon. Looks lovely. I love your Singer tin!

Alisa : Ink Caravan said...

Sound so gorgeous, can I come?!

Liesl (Hoppo Bumpo) said...

Wow - 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.

Sister Sticks said...

btw ... I love the changing masthead - very inspiring.

Rose Red said...

I find it almost impossible to do any type of "housework" (including gardening) when the sun is shining in winter!! Huzzah for crafting outside!

And congrats on the 200th sale, that's fantastic!!

tea with lucy said...

Oh heavenly bliss! What more could you ask for!

We could do with a bit of that glorious sunshine over here in the west...

TracyC said...

Beautiful setting for working--lovely table cloth.

Emjie said...

You are hilarious.

julie k said...

I wish I could sit down and join you. Your space looks lovely!

allsewnup said...

I'll bring the tea if you'll let me sit under your tree...it looks so inviting.

Carolyn*

kellie said...

Looks like a gorgeous day to be outside sewing. I love your hexagons all piled up there.

Christina Lowry said...

PS. Did you see the napkins I found at the op-shop? They look like the perfect match to your table cloth! :)

http://alittlebirdtoldme-craft.blogspot.com/2009/07/i-love-op-shopping.html

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