Oh Christmas Tree

Robyn is my December partner in

 "Christmas Quilting Block Swaps Australia" .

Robyn wished for a "Tree" block either in applique or pieced, so I took a little gamble artistic licence and put together this block for her. So I don't spoil the shock surprise... I just took a little snippet pic to tease worry tease her and perhaps Robyn should be sitting down when she opens it . Just a thought!

Anyway I hope it's OK Robyn and you like it ??   
I have my fingers crossed !!

I'll make plans, ready for a quick get-away and show the whole block when Robyn receives it.
Wonder where my frequent flyer points can take me?   :)

12 Days of Christmas Giveaway

Starts ToMoRrOw

How to enter? it’s EaSy...

Just be a follower and leave me a comment on the original post (Nov 27th ) saying you would like to be in the draw. Please check that you aren’t a NO REPLY blogger..Otherwise send me your email address ...and that’s it!

You can enter anytime during the 12 days [ Dec 1st – Dec 12th ] so you have time to spread the word to your friends.

I will pick a name at random from the lucky hat and when you see YoUr name, just email me your postal address & I’ll get the little gift off asap. I hope this helps to spread a little bit of ChRiStMaS ChEEr to you all. Good Luck everyone!

Merry Christmas

And get ready to sing along.

On the First day of Christmas

My blogger friend gave to me....



SaNtA's HeLpEr

AKA  - "ThE PoSTiE", delivered this package to me today from my November partner Val.
We are in the Quilting Block Swaps Australia group run by Sue. You get to have a wonderful block turn up each month as a gift to you... isn't that FaNtAsTiC... and all you have to do is make a block for your partner. Simple!  And it's FuN too!
I was never into BOM's or ongoing activities before this but I'm just having sooo much fun that I have joined several other groups... but be careful if you join.... it's AdDiCtIvE !
Hers is a pic of Val's block to me... ThAnKs Val it's just perfect..... and so was the chocolate with the chocolate card!  Very thoughtful!

This is the block that I sent off to Val earlier this month. Val wished for any block in her colour choice of PiNkS,RoSe,GrEEn,BuRgUnGy and Neutral..... and phew...Val already let me know that she liked my choice.

Merry Christmas

12 Days of Christmas Giveaway...... is only 2 sleeps away!

If you haven't already left a comment on the original post (Nov 27th) to have your name entered into the drawing...why not do it now. It's not too late..tell your friends too... they can enter anytime during the 12 days... but that's less chances to win.

I've had the elves helping me gather some little gifts for you!

ToDaY ....

To be back ... in my little sewing room again.....I missed it soooooo.

For the sunshine ... while it lasts today. The weather is suppose to change this afternoon so I'm enjoying it while I can. I hope the climate pixies are being kind to you where ever you are.

For perfect timing... on finding new swaps and groups and being in time to sign up. I usually find these things way after the deadline and so miss out on all the fun of meeting new friends.

Think about what you are "Grateful" for.

It helps you appreciate LiFe all the more!

Hop on over to Maxabella Loves
and see what other bloggers are grateful for.

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Don't forget to enter my "12 Days of Christmas" Giveaway.
Go to the original post (Nov 27th) and leave me a message that you want to be in the draw. It's that easy!
I would really love you to become a follower too.
Please make sure you aren't a "NON REPLY" blogger.

The giveaway starts on December 1st.

Tell all your friends.

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12 Days of Christmas.... GiVeAwAy

Ho Ho Ho....

As it's aLmOsT December and you all know what that means... yes... Christmas is just around the corner.... and as I haven't been very active in blogland for the past month, I thought I would have some fun and spread some Christmas Cheer to my followers.

So...  if you would like to participate in my little giveaway, just be a follower and leave me a comment saying you want to be in the 12 draws (one each day for 12 days).... then a little something could be on it's way to you to enjoy before Christmas.

Its beginning to look a little like Christmas...

                                             

                                                                                                       

I MiSsEd YoU GuYs !

Remember Me ?
I have been busy playing tour guide for the past month and I must admit that I haven't been keeping up with my blog visits. I have missed out on seeing all your wonderful projects lately but I will make an effort over the weekend to catch on your latest post. It's been WoNdErFuL having hubbys family here from Canada and the house will seem very quiet now they have returned home... but I guess the up side is I'll get to go into my cubbyhole again. I have a few things to finish up before Xmas and time is running out. I am usually soooo organised but I guess I have an excuse this year.
AnYwAy.. I thought I would share a few pic's of our adventures..... hope they don't bore you SiLLy !

P.S..... I apologise for not answering any comments left here over the past month.... but if you come visit again before December 1st, I promise to make it up to you!



The flora....



The fauna...



The sports...

The beaches...



The views...



The sunsets...



And of course a trip to Sydney NSW...



It's been GrEaT big brother....



 Our visitors are now winging their way back to Canada.

We hope they had FuN   .....

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FNSI in NoVeMbEr

Well... technically I had a Saturday Morning Sew In.... but I figured it was all about the time we find for ourselves to do what we want.... right?....so I guess I can put my name down as having participated with all the other FNSI ers....
AnYWAy this is what I accomplished.....

But first I wanted to say a ThAnK YoU to Alex for the lovely little package that arrived on my doorstep.

It was completely unnecessary as I wanted to make a block for her "Get Well / Feel Better" quilt, BUT I do appreciate the thought and I will use the beautiful fabric in a project asap.



Just LoVe the colours.....


Now back to "FNSI" or in my house "SMSI"
My #2 daughter asked me to make a table runner for her to give as a gift for Xmas.... and as I don't have much time left to finish all the OtHeR projects I have on the go, I decided to make it using a panel... (I think the inspiration came from SuE (Quilted Hugs & Other Nonsense) who kindly added some fabric to my  block swap package) so I checked through my stash and found enough suitable backing and sashing to suit and cut it all ready for sewing. I even cut the batting and packed all the "stuff" into a plastic bag ready to go. I'll get onto it ASAP.

Now the reason I had some time to myself this morning is because all the BoYs have gone off to the beach for a surf and my SIL (sister-in-law) was on the deck reading... so I could sneak off, well...not really sneak maybe just quietly shuffled off to my sewing room and cut away to my hearts content... although it was only a mere 1/2 hour I suppose... anyway while looking for the above fabric I came across some hand stitched appliqued squares that were hidden in the bottom of a drawer, so I figured I could make them into another (and the LaSt) "Blanket of Love", however one was not quite finished...... so I just sat on the back deck and finished it off.... yeah.... I haven't decided how this blanket will come together yet... but inspiration will come later or at least I hope it will..

As we all know there are NO wasted works of art ...just unfinished masters.!!!

PhEw....That's EnOuGh about Me...
How did you go enjoying your own personal FNSI?
I hope you managed to take a minute or two for yourself.... and I hope I get another few minutes to go check out ALL your blogs to see your achievements. Until next visit.... EnJoY !

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Across The Sea

This festive block arrived yesterday from my October swap partner Sandi, who lives in Florida. It's just what my home needs to feel that Christmas is in the air.... and just around the corner. I'm already getting excited... and would like to start to decorate... but I'll make myself wait until December 1st.

Thanks Sandi for this wonderful addition to my project!

Just LoVe the CoLoUrS

This is the block I made and sent off to Sandi. Sandi wished for any block in Australian print fabrics.

The kangaroo and the cocky's will like their new home in the US I'm sure.

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Enjoying The Weather & Wildlife...

My sister-in-law who is visiting from Canada cannot understand what it would be like to have a HoT Xmas... instead of snow... but unfortunately they leave at the end of November so won't get to experience it... at least this year.

We have travelled the tourist route and done the tourist "things". We have shown them the local wildlife both in a sanctuary and in our own backyard. They are enjoying the sunny days (I think) and cool off in the pool when they overheat. It's nice to have them here and I know hubby LoVeS when family members visit him here in OZ. 

 

Lake Macquarie. NSW. Aust.



Local Wildlife..... Koala Bear.



Pelican Feeding. The Entrance. NSW.Aust.



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FrOm SuE with LoVe

My November swap block arrived from Sue this morning and I quickly retrieved it from my WeT letterbox! We have had ENOUGH rain thank you....so let the sun shine now!

The block is beautiful Sue and I THaNk YoU very much. I will incorporate it into my christmas table cover.

Not long to Xmas now and I am really looking forward to the silly season.

Hope you all are too!

And Sue included this lovely Xmas panel... it's just perfect for me and I am thinking up ways to use it.

Thanks Sue.... That's very NiCe of you!

And this is the block that I sent off to Sue for November.

Xmas group #1 - November 2010
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