My Creative Space

The seasons are changing here in the little town where we live. The summer seems like a long lost dream and the days are grey and cold. Yesterday it felt like snow was just a whisker away, the wind blew and the rain was icy & horizontal & today brings more of the same.

Good weather for crafting though! In between attempting/ignoring the housework and hanging with Rosie I managed to get a little bit done.

Playing with offcuts is always fun. I'm trying to finish off the little gifts I am making for the winners of my recent giveaway. And some extra's for upcoming markets and pressies for friends.

I've also been doing a spot of my new favourite hobby...dying clothes! This cream coloured op shopped top was pretty but I never wore it.



And now I do! The colour isn't as even as I would have liked but it's not too bad.

I have been really enjoying making a boy bunny too.

He started off with just blue overalls and spotty ears. Somehow he ended up with an eye patch..

...and I'm not sure it will end there! Billy suggested I give him an anchor tattoo.

Yes there is an eye under there...

and a mean looking scar on his leg. I'm trying to think of a name for him, something not too scary but definitely piratey! Any suggestions? Anyway me hearties...I better get over to Kirsty's to see what you land lubbers are up to! Hope you have a happy & creative week, see you soon xo

Chaos & happiness

It's been a cold & grey week so far, here in Daylesford. But in amoungst the somewhat dreary weather there has been some sunshine breaking through the clouds and some lovely cosy times at home & out.

A friend visited last week, for the first time, and looking around at my house she was obviously struck by the clutter/mess/chaos. As a reader of my blog perhaps she had imagined my home in a different way, I hope I don't portray it as a tidy and organised space, because it isn't! It was late when she called in, the kids school bags and projects were scattered around and yes, there was that Friday night-it's-been-a-long-week type feel.

It's funny how a fresh set of eyes, or a harmless comment, can make you go into a tail spin! The next day I tided like a maniac, fussed and flapped and chucked. And guess what? It doesn't look much different. The leaves are still finding their way under the front door, the kitchen floor could do with a wash, the piles of washing keep growing and the sense of happy chaos is still here.

Our house is our home and a space where we can be ourselves, be a family. It will never be an immaculate show piece but I hope it will always be a place filled with colour and imagination, questions & adventure, comfort & cosiness. The dishes get done, the kids have clean clothes and lots of cuddles, they are warm, fed, listened too and loved. So I'm not obsessing about it any longer! Do you keep up with all the housework? Are you a good organiser? Is your house super tidy? I like things to be organised and tidy but I have had to surrender to some of the chaos and disorder, otherwise I would go mad.

So yes, life can be messy both at home and sometimes in relationships, or in the community where we live. Some recent events have got me thinking about the ups and downs of life. There will always be challenges, it's really how we deal, cope & grow with life that makes the difference. I always aim to be positive and try and work things out, even if it is hard sometimes. Just as I hope my home is a welcoming and happy place it's important to me to try and be a thoughtful & caring person too.

Housework will always be there but lets face it, there are some much more important things to be doing! Like making a String of Hearts for new baby, Rose. Oh how lovely to see a new baby, the dear little sweetie, so adorable.

And meeting up with some ace local women at Craft night last night! What a fun evening we had,

chatting and sitting by the fire at Peppers, sipping soothing drinks, having a laugh and crafting, of course. I couldn't think of a nicer bunch of people to hang out with & I can't wait for next Craft night!

I was also so happy to this week to receive this gorgeous little frame from Bec as part of her recent giveaway! Thanks so much Bec for making this especially for me, I love it!

I'm thrilled too that our biodynamic garlic is now for sale at Cliffy's in Daylesford! Have you visited this fantastic local cafe/grocer? Filled with locally grown & sourced produce it really is a little piece of heaven. So many delicious things, and excellent coffee too. I love the atmosphere of Cliffy's, the low lights and warm fire make it such a cosy place to meet for a cuppa.

So, enough about me, what's been happening with you? Hope all is well in your world, see you soon xo

Fleamarket finds

Morning! Do you like my strawberry calendar? The kids love changing the dates..

I just love it's beautiful red colour.

Are you having a happy weekend? I'm feeling a bit worn out and slightly flat as it's been a tiring week with some drama & stress so I'm taking it quietly today. F.F. is a great distraction, thanks Sophie!!

This is Teddy, Sunday's much loved, special mate. Teddy got her very own teddy, via a gargage sale I went to this morning. It was damp and misty and the road to Eganstown was icy, but I was glad I went because I found Little Ted, and an excellent cane couch & two chairs, for Mum's new deck.

Also from the garage sale was this ace doctors kit for $2. Rosie has been applying bandages, taking temperatures and tending the to sick and infirm with great tenderness.

I found her nurse's apron at Vinnies, now she just needs a little cap!

This sweet little jug cover wasn't found by me but instead found its way to me, a gift from my lovely neighbour & friend. Isn't it delicate and pretty? I love it,

Here is me trying to look foxy in my newly dyed, op shop dress. I'm loving this dress and the fun of taking something that's not quite right, and giving it a new look, all for a few dollars.

Finally, my dear Fleamarket Friends, I'd like to introduce you to my new craft basket.

She eyed me off at the MS Oppie and after a amall amount of money was exchanged we left quickly, arm in handle. She once carried sandwhiches and a thermos, with the odd bottle of vino on special occasions. She probably also saw her fair share of lamingtons and waxy paper but she is moving on, to a new world. A world where partly made bunnies will be popping out of her round bits, and fabric and needles and pins will be packed away under her lid. I can't wait to take her for a test run at this weeks craft night!


Have you had any good finds lately? I love popping around, via Sophie's, to see what you have found. Have a great week sweeties, see you soon xo