And they are cute! I'll add a little spencer and call them jami's, I think.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Cute Kids Pants
Some new pants for Lulu made from a pretty thrifted sheet. They are the 'Cute Kids Pants' from Pip Lincolne's book 'Sew La Tea Do'. G bought it for me for Christmas. Boo was under strict instruction to 'tell Daddy.. Mummy really want's this book'.
And they are cute! I'll add a little spencer and call them jami's, I think.
And a couple more pics because I think the model is a bit cute too.
And they are cute! I'll add a little spencer and call them jami's, I think.
Monday, February 14, 2011
The cake
Yesterday our littlest love celebrated her 2nd birthday. I have always wanted to make a Red Velvet Cake! So I googled a recipe and raced to the supermarket yesterday-yes the morning of her birthday, if you know me, you won't be suprised about that!!
I used this recipe. I used ordinary old milk instead of buttermilk. I decided not to make four layers because I was afraid to cut the cakes. Occasionally I mess things up and as I was pressed for time, I had no plan B in the event of a cake crisis.
I think it looked pretty great. It had the wow factor when I cut into it. It was just a teeny, tiny bit dry.
I would recommend you make the cakes the night before-as stated in the recipe..the part that I didn't read until I was half way through making it.
It tasted great! And best of all...Lulu LOVED it!
I used this recipe. I used ordinary old milk instead of buttermilk. I decided not to make four layers because I was afraid to cut the cakes. Occasionally I mess things up and as I was pressed for time, I had no plan B in the event of a cake crisis.
I think it looked pretty great. It had the wow factor when I cut into it. It was just a teeny, tiny bit dry.
I would recommend you make the cakes the night before-as stated in the recipe..the part that I didn't read until I was half way through making it.
It tasted great! And best of all...Lulu LOVED it!
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Sketch Challenge
It's been a long time since I have been scrapbooking on a regular basis. I am still inspired to but it's just been SO long I kind of feel like I've forgotten how. When I spotted Mardi's sketch challenge here, I thought I would pull out some supplies and have a go. I was looking through some old photos last night and chose these two favourites of Bella. I know , I know..pink and green should never be seen, but I adore pink and green!
I've used some papers and embellies from one of the Little Bits of Pretty pack. The gold alphabet is a favourite!
PS Thank you for the fun sketch Mardi!
I've used some papers and embellies from one of the Little Bits of Pretty pack. The gold alphabet is a favourite!
PS Thank you for the fun sketch Mardi!
Monday, February 7, 2011
Little bits of Pretty
I've been thrifting and cutting and making some new bits and pieces for our little fundraising blog Little Bits of Pretty. Of course we can make $1500 in one day by having a bbq at Bunnings but dying doilies and playing about with gorgeous vintage bookpaper is A LOT more fun, don't you think?!
My beautiful friend came to visit recently and I put her to work with some scissors and my mother-in-law's old bedspread. Thank you Yvette! She snipped away for a few hours-happily too!
Here's a little sampling of what you will find in the shop.
100% of sales will be donated to The Children's Hospital at Westmead-a huge lifeline for our family.
My beautiful friend came to visit recently and I put her to work with some scissors and my mother-in-law's old bedspread. Thank you Yvette! She snipped away for a few hours-happily too!
Here's a little sampling of what you will find in the shop.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Flea Market Finds
Yesterday I made a quick trip into town to have Boo's school shoes mended. The lovely Mr, politely requested I 'don't be too long'. On my way I drove past a garage sale. I slowed down and then remembered the words...
'don't be too long' ...so I continued on my way.
After I had dropped the shoes in, I made a quick stop at the oppy. I managed to find a couple of pillow cases for chopping up .50c each, a little vase that I just had to have $3.00 and a box of envelopes-the lot only $2.00 because really, you can never have too many envelopes!
A few hours later I headed out to collect the shoes and decided this time I would stop at the garage sale. Most of the stuff had been sold and I was kind of kicking myself I didn't stop earlier. I was lucky enough to pick up this lovely little plastic tray-in perfect condition and still in it's box. I love all the little compartments not to mention the colours!! ! I think it will be GREAT to serve afternoon tea in. Well worth the dollar I paid for it. For more 'Flea Market Finds', pop over to Sophie's blog.
'don't be too long' ...so I continued on my way.
After I had dropped the shoes in, I made a quick stop at the oppy. I managed to find a couple of pillow cases for chopping up .50c each, a little vase that I just had to have $3.00 and a box of envelopes-the lot only $2.00 because really, you can never have too many envelopes!
A few hours later I headed out to collect the shoes and decided this time I would stop at the garage sale. Most of the stuff had been sold and I was kind of kicking myself I didn't stop earlier. I was lucky enough to pick up this lovely little plastic tray-in perfect condition and still in it's box. I love all the little compartments not to mention the colours!! ! I think it will be GREAT to serve afternoon tea in. Well worth the dollar I paid for it. For more 'Flea Market Finds', pop over to Sophie's blog.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Op shopping adventures
My heart skipped a beat when I saw this green sheet at the op shop the other day.
It has been ages since I have picked up any decent sheeting. A couple of shelves down some floral sheeting and a cute pillowcase was added to the mix. I think I should have enough sheeting for my quilt now. I am still plodding along with it. It's a labour of love that's for sure.
I also bought some linen and a few doilies for my growing collection.
Have you been op shopping lately? What did you find?
More more op shopping fun visit this nice blog.
It has been ages since I have picked up any decent sheeting. A couple of shelves down some floral sheeting and a cute pillowcase was added to the mix. I think I should have enough sheeting for my quilt now. I am still plodding along with it. It's a labour of love that's for sure.
I also bought some linen and a few doilies for my growing collection.
More more op shopping fun visit this nice blog.
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Queensland Flood Relief Appeal
Like many, we have been glued to the TV watching in disbelief. It just seems so surreal. So many people need our help!
As well as donating directly to the Flood Relief Appeal, there are lots of other ways to help. There are loads of lovely bloggers donating items for auction and hosting raffles on their blogs. I just wanted to share some of the gorgeous things I've been buying and bidding on in case you haven't found them!
This super pillow and brooch, this beautiful wrap dress, this gorgeous pattern-just have to find someone clever to knit it for my girls, these cute fabrics for raffle, more gorgeousness here.
I think I'll be placing a bid on this one too. I LOVE it!
This morning I purchased a lovely scrapbooking class put together by the very talented Kim Archer. It is a FANTASTIC class and ONLY $5.00 with all money going to appeal. If you have never participated in one of Kim's online classes, now is the time! Read all about it here.
Last night, my Miss 8 eight gave me some of the tooth fairy money she has been saving and asked me to donate it to the Flood Relief Appeal. $5.50! But it all helps doesn't it? Now I just need to persuade her little brother to give up some of his pocket money-no luck so far...he says he's saving for lego. We're still working on him though!
Edited to add:
Toni from Make it Perfect has done a brilliant job coordinating a massive list of generous bloggers donating items for auction and raffle. There is sooo much to choose from. Take a peek!
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As well as donating directly to the Flood Relief Appeal, there are lots of other ways to help. There are loads of lovely bloggers donating items for auction and hosting raffles on their blogs. I just wanted to share some of the gorgeous things I've been buying and bidding on in case you haven't found them!
This super pillow and brooch, this beautiful wrap dress, this gorgeous pattern-just have to find someone clever to knit it for my girls, these cute fabrics for raffle, more gorgeousness here.
I think I'll be placing a bid on this one too. I LOVE it!
This morning I purchased a lovely scrapbooking class put together by the very talented Kim Archer. It is a FANTASTIC class and ONLY $5.00 with all money going to appeal. If you have never participated in one of Kim's online classes, now is the time! Read all about it here.
Last night, my Miss 8 eight gave me some of the tooth fairy money she has been saving and asked me to donate it to the Flood Relief Appeal. $5.50! But it all helps doesn't it? Now I just need to persuade her little brother to give up some of his pocket money-no luck so far...he says he's saving for lego. We're still working on him though!
Edited to add:
Toni from Make it Perfect has done a brilliant job coordinating a massive list of generous bloggers donating items for auction and raffle. There is sooo much to choose from. Take a peek!
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