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September projects

Posted on September 30, 2011 by admin

Summer definitely is on the way out and fall is on the way in. Summer was late, short and hot this year and the sudden change to chilly, grey rain was a bit of a shock to the system! The … Continue reading →

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Treasure Chest II

Posted on September 24, 2011 by admin

Tomorrow I will be participating in the Treasure Chest II Local Business Fair at the Costin Hall in Lantzville. This event gives small, locally owned businesses an opportunity to showcase their wares to the public. I’m looking forward to meeting … Continue reading →

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Knitting bag and other things

Posted on September 1, 2011 by admin

My recent fixation with learning to knit has rather diverted my focus from adding items to the shop, writing blog posts and even posting pictures of some of the one of a kind bags I have made. I have been … Continue reading →

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Boy-friendly messenger bag

Posted on September 1, 2011 by admin

No, not designed for a boy, but for a mom who has three boys and wanted a bag which would withstand the rigours of an active, rough and tumble life! The exterior is a hard-wearing denim with a subtle herringbone … Continue reading →

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Butterfly messenger bag

Posted on August 9, 2011 by admin

I worked on a particular order in July for a customer in Vancouver, but haven’t been able to post about it yet, as it was destined to be a special birthday gift. I’ve just heard from the recipient and she … Continue reading →

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Recent work

Posted on July 10, 2011 by admin

Once again, it has been quiet on the blog front! Some of the recent orders have been for gifts, so I don’t like to post about them until after they have been given, just in case! The summer holidays are … Continue reading →

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Work-in-progress pouches

Posted on June 8, 2011 by admin

These are two of the recent work-in-progress pouches I have made for custom orders. The coordinating fabrics are from a range called ‘Butterfly Carnival’ by Fabric Freedom of London. The orange butterfly print instantly caught my eye and I am … Continue reading →

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WIP pouches

Posted on May 10, 2011 by admin

I have been sewing, despite appearances, and I have recently completed a couple of aprons for gifts, lunch mats, coffee cozies and several WIP pouches. I am particularly proud of the latter, as it took me awhile to figure out … Continue reading →

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How does your garden grow?

Posted on May 5, 2011 by admin

Out here on the west coast of Canada the winter can be long and wet and the glorious summers are much yearned for during those months. I suspect it would be a little easier to bear if we got more … Continue reading →

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The Treasure Chest

Posted on April 16, 2011 by admin

Tomorrow, Sunday 17th April, I will be participating in The Treasure Chest, a local business fair showcasing a range of unique businesses on Vancouver Island. It is being held at the Rugby Club, 6700 Dover Road in Nanaimo from 10am-4pm. … Continue reading →

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