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I gave him a dollar. 

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Tori's latest album Night of Hunters, well It's a creeper. I bought it a few weeks ago and at first doubted it, however there is a real beauty to it when you take the time to listen to it.

Robyn has created an awesome community in her new shop Patchwork on Pittwater, found in Mona Vale on Sydney's Northern Beaches.

Last night was the official opening celebrated with a cocktail party and I was lucky enough to be invited.

I was very flattered to see that Robyn stocks a huge selection of my fabrics, Ahm, actually she has them all! She's very supportive of local talent and proud to stock all things Aussie. How cool is that.

The shop has quilts made with most of my ranges available as kits, which is really encouraging to see.

I do get asked about new shops, so If you're looking for a new shop then Patchwork on Pittwater in Mona Vale is the place to visit with classes for all levels and a great range of books, sewing patterns and much more. Robyn has it all for us modern crafters and to top it off the shop has a lovely, supportive vibe!

Thanks for inviting me along, I had a great time. Please visit Robyn's blog sew your style.

Robyn Evans commented on 29-Oct-2011 08:15 AM

Great to have you there Saffron,I think the night went well. Thanks for giving me such a wrap on your blog,looks great. Had an order yesterday for a little jacket made out of your new range(pink,red etc) so can't wait to get it! Have to organize a sailing
day soon, Robyn.

One day it's hot cold the next—such is Sydney's Spring weather. So time for a new shirt. I'm planning to make a few of these for my friends and get their feedback before I finalise a pattern.

I also created a few other patterns which are on the way.

On the weekend I watched Patrick's band play at a birthday party. We then sat around a campfire roasting marshmallows and eating chocolate crackles, real ones made from 100% chocolate. I wish I had one now right now.

Floating Flowers fabric available here.

Would you make and wear this shirt?

Kirtsin commented on 25-Oct-2011 01:13 PM

That shirt you made looks absolutely gorgeous! Well done, it is unreal.

Ange Torlop commented on 25-Oct-2011 02:19 PM

Its gorgeous and I absolutely would make it for myself! Especially if the pattern came in a LARGER size?

Ana commented on 25-Oct-2011 09:07 PM

Yep! I'd make it and wear it. In fact I think I'd make several, and maybe one in a lovely fine wool (like maybe a Liberty...).

Sara commented on 26-Oct-2011 12:31 AM

Yes, but I would make it longer (tunic dress type length) and I would make the sleeves be roll up 3/4 ones with a little button tab.

Kate commented on 30-Oct-2011 11:27 AM

I love it! I would definitely wear it but agree a 3/4 sleeve would be good for the Spring.

Rebecca Eckersley commented on 30-Oct-2011 08:43 PM

Love it, would really like to make it and I like the variations mentioned in other comments.

Kia Mellor commented on 05-Nov-2011 10:32 PM

Yes I would so wear this shirt I live in a beautiful sunny part of mid west Western Australia and in my thirties now so I need to start covering that aging skin of mine ....this would be gorgeous for that as it is still flowy(not sure if thats a word)
Your creations are always gorgeous yet functional...TFS :-)

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angela dunn commented on 19-Oct-2011 04:31 PM

WOW!! what fantastic bubbles.

With the arrival of the Owls In Trees a few weeks ago I was inspired to make a quilt. I had wanted to make a quilt in this style for a long time with big bold strips of patterns.

A day that was going to be spend doing school holiday type things, my parents arrived and whisked my daughter away for the day. Wohoo suddenly the day was mine. An empty house. Silence. Needing a chill out I took the opportunity and decided to make a good start at quilting the top. I had a day to finish it for a magazine who asked to feature it in their craft section.

I like to stitch and listen to telly. Thanks to the ABC and iView I caught up on Doctor Who, Number one Ladies Detective Agency and Twenty Something -  I loved it, totally cracks me up. I did however let The Slap slip.

I don't remember when I last watched that much telly but it sure was fun and peaceful as I wove the thread through the three layers. Seeing it come to fruition. Seriously the best part of making a quilt is the stitching by hand.

I did remember to take a few pictures along the way.

To baste the quilt I use an adhesive which temporarily bonds the layers together. For me it is fast and so easy.

This picture is a bit yellow as the bamboo batting is cream, though i don't think it alters the overall look of the quilt. 

The spray is $7.00 from the local screen printers. It washes out in water. I can baste a lot of quilts with one can so it lasts over a year.

Then I drew on the parallel lines with a chalk pencil that washes off. It makes it easier to stitch if I can follow a line. I used pearle cotton for this quilt. The three middle stripes in red and pale pink on either end. I would have preferred to us white instead of the pale pink but I had run out and I needed to finish it so I made do with what I had. I'm good at that!

Then attached the binding deciding on using the same white fabric as I used in the stripe.

Made use of my Eames Elephant. Isn't he the best. Everyday he makes me smile.

I finished it the morning it  was to be picked up, I begging Sequoia to hold it up for me so I could photograph it. She is a trooper as it's quite heavy. "Mum my arms!"

I was trimming a thread as the courier knocked on the door. He was patient as I boxed it up while Sequoia made him smile with lots of typical 6-year old's questions. I wished the quilt luck hoping it would be good enough to make it. Go quilt go, I secretly hope it is good enough or inspiring enough to be on the page after Sarah Fielke's quilt! Fingers crossed.

Carmel Morris commented on 17-Oct-2011 02:31 PM

It's beautiful.

Salley Govey commented on 17-Oct-2011 06:58 PM

Have no fear... it is magic. Your fabrics are a delight and this quilt is perfect for them.

Siobhan Rogers commented on 17-Oct-2011 06:59 PM

Looks great - love the hand quilting :)

Colette Darling commented on 17-Oct-2011 11:10 PM

Absolutely love this!

Saffron Craig commented on 03-Nov-2011 10:04 AM

It made the magazine.. YAY.

Eileen Snee commented on 23-Nov-2011 12:32 PM

I love your owl strippy quilt. If you're a lover of owls I came across this great site today My Owl Barn Lover Takes a while to load up but great pictures of owls. Your New fabric looks great.

Feist is always on my playlist somehow, I just love her gentle and intelligent songs. Sometimes she makes me think, sometimes she lifts me up.

And her latest album "Metal" is no exception. It's been playing on my iTunes all week, what a gem.

Listen to 4 of her songs here on Feist's website.

This Saturday you will find me at the Manly Village Primary School Markets. The weather ap says its likely to shower. But as long as that is after 3pm it wont bother me. I hope to see you there. 

We will start setting up as 6.30am, yep we wake up early in this neck of the woods.

Extreme food commented on 15-Oct-2011 11:37 AM

Many thanks for your Good Job

We had a busy weekend in the shop and the Magical Lands fabric is practically sold out, only three 50cm and one 1m bundles left with this popular design.

Quilt by Nova. Girls dress by Boo Designs

I am just saying if you have been waiting to buy this fabric, wait no longer!

Click here for the Magical Lands 50cm bundle - $75.00

When I first heard Zola Jesus on Sydney's not for profit Fbi radio station my heart really did skip a beat. She sounded so new, such a powerful voice, so many layers, instantly my new favourite. Later once I listened to her a few times I found myself dance around the room. Yep dancing, oH my! Mmh American Indian style, noice.

The video is full of visual treats as well.

You can download this song here for free. Thank you Zola.