Monday, 25 February 2013

Gone in a flash!

 
Half term came and went, in a flash!
 
 
Time spent crafting with the girls and their friends......vintage crafting, start them appreciating vintage at a young age, that's what I say! Little lavender bags, for precious Mums!
 
 
Some PJ days.....and some walks........
 
 
 
 
We went to Rufford Park in Nottinghamshire, one of our favourite places!
 
 
 
Feeding Ducks.....
 
 
 
 
 
Mother Nature tricked me good and proper at the beginning of the week, the sun shone, slightly warmer, she had me fooled thinking Spring was on her way, it's freezing again now! There is hope though, the evenings are lighter, and there are a few flowers!
 
 
 
There's some brilliant sculpture dotted around the park.
 
 
 
 
Oh, and I managed a bit of crafting time for me....sorry rubbish photos, will take some more later in the week, when I get the chance....
 
 
I've finished the top, still need to quilt, but Clarice, my sewing machine, is a little off colour, she has tension issues ( don't we all! ), so I'm not sure I want to chance finishing my quilt until that's been sorted!
 
I want to use cotton batting, any ideas where I can get it from in the UK? I've got a great sheet to back it with too, very exciting!
 
 
 
I've been very strict with myself and imposed a 'Blog Ban' this week, I've just taken a little peak at your blogs....so many lovely things happen in such a short space of time, so much creativity! I will try and catch up with you all over the next few days!
 
I will be having a little give away next week, I'm joining up with a friend who's gifting a lovely bottle of perfume. She's just setting up her online perfume shop, perfume and vintage sheets, perfect combo! See you all soon.....
 
Ada :) x
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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  1. Anna @ Miss Beatrix25 February 2013 at 13:17

    I'm sure we all want to come round to your house to play with vintage fabrics - great idea to make lavender bags for special Mothers' Day presents. I struggled to get cotton batting too but ended up getting a huge amount for £5 on a fabric stall at Leeds Market - so perhaps similar market stalls could help? x

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  2. Samantha Roberts25 February 2013 at 13:21

    Www.cottonpatch.co.uk xxxx

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  3. Anonymous25 February 2013 at 13:25

    What a lovely week you've had. Those little bags are gorgeous. I can't wait til my daughter is old enough to make things like this with me!

    The weather tricked me too, I thought Spring was coming but now it's bloody freezing again. Oh we'll, it can't be long now :-)

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  4. Mel @ Coal Valley View25 February 2013 at 13:39

    Your quilt is Brilliant Ada! I love the colours and the design - looking very Spring-like. You've been very busy. Enjoy your little bloggy break :-) Mel x

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  5. Deborah Hamilton25 February 2013 at 13:48

    Those are beautiful pictures of your walk and such a sweet nine patch quilt. You accomplished a lot!

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    1. Vintage Sheet Addict26 February 2013 at 10:48

      Thanks for you visit Deborah, will popover to see you soon! :) x

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  6. Ladybird Diaries25 February 2013 at 13:49

    Sounds like a great week. Love the little lavender bags and your quilt, lovely.
    M xxxx

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  7. Swallow Barn25 February 2013 at 13:49

    ooh - perfume and vintage sheets, what a combination! LOVE your quilt, it is amazing!

    Nikki x

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  8. Morten and Me25 February 2013 at 14:28

    That sculpture is stunning! Looks like you had a fab week :) x

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    1. Vintage Sheet Addict26 February 2013 at 10:49

      There's lots dotted all over, I great place to explore! :) x

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  9. Bobo Bun25 February 2013 at 14:34

    Sounds pretty much like our week Ada. Bit of fresh air and for the rest not getting dressed. Now only four weeks until the next hols.

    Your quilt is so neat and tidy a brillant first one, mine was so wonky and the next and the next...
    Batting you can get anywhere. They sell it on the roll in our local quilting shop and fabric shops. Cotton batting makes it feel all light and soft. The synthetic stuff (which you can buy in a bundle from J.Lewis) makes for a spongy and cosy feeling quilt. Depends on the feel you want. Hope that helps.

    Lisa X

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    1. Vintage Sheet Addict26 February 2013 at 10:50

      Thank Lisa, I think I want it to be thinish so cotton batting would be perfect! :) x

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  10. memmens25 February 2013 at 14:36

    Creative Grids are the best value (I think) in the UK, if you order and spend over £30 you get 10% off every order forever after (no matter what the value). They have a range of cotton, cotton/poly. I've used cotton and it's nice but I generally use Hobbs 80/20 which gives more of a loft and feels warmer. Have fun looking!

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  11. ReVamped Vintage25 February 2013 at 15:02

    Love your quilt! Glad you had a lovely half term, looks like you had a good balance of craft/family time. Love, Mrs RV x

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  12. the linen cloud25 February 2013 at 15:10

    Oh Ada ... the quilt is so beautiful ... can't wait to see it finished ... Bee xx

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  13. Jelly Jam25 February 2013 at 15:14

    Love the girls' lavender pillows, they're great!
    As for the quilt - wow it's llloing good. My favourite colours too.
    Ellie
    x

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  14. homemade@myplace25 February 2013 at 17:10

    the lavender bags are so cute!!!!
    xxxx Ale

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  15. ALoadofOldTat25 February 2013 at 18:04

    What impressive sculpture, lucky you to have such a great place to visit nearby.

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  16. September Violets25 February 2013 at 18:16

    Well your girls and friends MUST be hooked on vintage and crafting after spending time making these lovely lavender bags!! So cute and girly ... I'll bet the girls will want to keep them for their own :) Compared to us you DO have spring on your doorstep! Green Grass!! Thawed ponds!! I'm getting just a little bit tired of winter now and want to feel a balmy breeze.

    Oh yes, and your quilt top looks magnificent!! Gorgeous choice of fabrics all round, and it looks very modern with the white sashing. This is going to look great all quilted :) Wendy

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  17. Unknown25 February 2013 at 21:29

    Hi Ada Llllllllove your pincushion!!!!!!! Did you make it yourself?
    Love
    AMarie

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    1. Vintage Sheet Addict26 February 2013 at 10:52

      No they were all made by the girls, they did a great job! :) x

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  18. vintage grey25 February 2013 at 22:45

    Ada, I love your quilt top!! So pretty!! xo Heather

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  19. Candy Pop25 February 2013 at 23:46

    The quilt and lavender bags are lovely! :)

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  20. A little bit country26 February 2013 at 01:31

    I love your quilt! Fingers crossed that Clarice behaves herself xo

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  21. Ashley cramp26 February 2013 at 01:42

    Love those lavender bags....and you have been a busy bee working away on your quilt?
    its lovely ada,
    Daisy j

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  22. Unknown26 February 2013 at 02:50

    Sounds like you had a great week. Love the little lavender bags so sweet and your quilt looks gorgeous to like your use of fabrics. Enjoy this week to, dee xx

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  23. Mary26 February 2013 at 04:30

    Ada, your quilt is perfect! I love it!

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  24. LeeAnn at Mrs Black's 26 February 2013 at 05:30

    Such a pretty quilt! Love the colours and the way you have shown them off so well with that border. Minerva ~

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    1. Vintage Sheet Addict26 February 2013 at 10:53

      Thank you! Bet you would like to curl up on it....my cat Minnie loves vintage sheets! :) x

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  25. Maria26 February 2013 at 10:37

    ~ Hello, Ada...

    I used to love the half term when the children were small! Time to chat and chill and bake and make!! Ooh and feed the ducks of course!! YOUR quilt is wonderful, Ada...With kind thoughts Maria x

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  26. Anonymous26 February 2013 at 12:33

    So precious to spend time doing the simple things with your little ones, I love there little bags.. bless
    Your quilt is stunning.. such a talent
    Thea x

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  27. Little Blue Mouse26 February 2013 at 12:52

    Those lavender bags are gorgeous, I bet the mums will love them.

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  28. Vintage Sheet Addict27 February 2013 at 03:32

    Thanks everyone for leaving me your thoughts! Always appreciated, always read! :) x

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  29. Georgina27 February 2013 at 10:44

    Beautiful fabrics Ada, very jealous of such peachy finds!

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  30. Gillian Roe1 March 2013 at 13:54

    Looks like a fab half term. Love those lavender bags! The quilt is looking mighty fine, I have to say. :-)

    Gillian x

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  31. A Strong Coffee2 March 2013 at 11:15

    That park looks fab

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  32. Heather 3 March 2013 at 02:33

    Hi Ada, your lavender bags are lovely, really sweet. Your day out looked really good for the soul. I need a day out like this soon I reckon. I have just been through a week of a little blog ban too. it's amazing how much more I have got done! Although people kept on popping into my head! Anyway,nice to catch up, heather x

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