June giveaway...(??)

I know you are probably thinking WTF?? June giveaway...we did that already! We did. But remember I didn't post a pic of the completed tag. I am not sure if Wendy has received it yet, but here is the pic before I completely forget.It actually took me a few tries to find the perfect way to finish the other side. Below is the 'teaser' shot I posted. The wee shell (from a necklace , so predrilled) was perfect for nestling other sea treasures in. Lots of drizzle stitch and beading, and a couple of beaded fishys, and it was ready to go.
And we finish with the "art"shot. Sure hope this has found its way to you Wendy. Now I have to go and think about the August giveaway. I seem to be missing a stack of finished postcards, and I cant offer what I am not sure I have... stay tuned while I dither.

Round robins and swaps

Here is my most recent DYB block completed. Cathy wanted jewel tones on her black. Despite this block looking very vivid, the colours are actually quite true. Lots of sequins and swarovski sparkle on this block.
And here are the completed tags. 4 for the swap, 1 for the giveaway (conveniently blacked out- haha), and one on the way to a friend...

what have I been doing....?

Well I was half way thru doing this post yesterday, when I got a call from the school...we have our first broken bone. In fact 2 broken bones. Ulna and radius (forearm bones) , 100% broken, not green stick fracture. 100% broken in a "OMG your arm is so deformed" kinda way!
So 7 hours later, which I thought was actually pretty good for ED, we were back home, thankfully. It was such a bad break they thought they made need to do surgery. He has to take it really easy as the break is "unstable". Luckily sitting in front of the TV is not a huge ask for Ben.
The staff at the kids hospital were great, can't fault then really, my only issue, the cost of parking, and not one offer of a cup of tea!!!

Back to yesterdays post, which was just a quicky really, to let you know I have been busy stitchin.
Here is the second block for Leslie's Breast Cancer quilt. It is not quite done yet.
Next is the current RR block. Leslie's fabulous fans DYB. The other gals started a silkie theme, which I have followed. The little thing that looks like a tree is supposed to be a fan...
Finally, a couple of teaser shots for the giveaway tag . It is finished now. If you want to be in the draw to win it, go comment on the June Giveaway post.


I haven't given you a lot to look at today, so I want you to go and visit Lauri's flickr site and gasp in awe at her 'color study' project. Just fabulous. Go, NOW!!

Girls Night Out gifts

Once or twice a year, the mums from Playcentre have a dinner out, and we usually do a small gift to exchange with each other. I have made a couple of smaller tags. We are going Thai tonight. Yum!

Blue seacape tag

These are so much fun to make... Mum told me today about a postcard exhibition that is being organised for a hoity toity part of town, so I think I will do some seascapes for that.

First tags complete

Here are the first couple of tags completed. For an idea of size, these are the width of a ruler (very technical, I know) and about 8cms long. Approx 3 1/2 " long and about 1 1/2 wide.


Have you been to check out Stitchin Fingers yet? You really must check it out.

Tag II

Here is my second tag. A pink seascape. Those clusters of silver beads are very dimensional. If you want dimensional, check out Helle's blog and the pics of the crocheted reef exhibition she was part of. Just amazing!

and the art shot.

twice in one day...

No...not what my man wishes...posting twice in one day. POSTING...what else would I be talking about . Get your minds out of the gutter. LOL
We are having a tag swap at CQI - kinda like ATC's, but, well, not. The lovely Sharon (G) is hosting this swap. I have decided to do mine in an underwater theme. I got some cool charms a while ago, and this was the ideal time to use them.
This is my first tag, embellished only, Still need to back, and add the hole. There may be 'stuff' hanging off the bottom as well.


You better go and rest now...twice in one day is overdoing it a bit...