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Thursday, July 29, 2010

July Challenge and Early Bird mini-gifts..

A fun week finishing off some of those 'need finishing off' items, starting new projects to go in the 'for stitching' box and happy afternoons stitching with friends round cups of tea and plates of fruit cake.....  Well, it has been a bit damp so what else should one be doing??

Thursday is my usual 'shopping day' and I have discovered a cure to the tedium of grocery shopping - pick up widget to entertain me.......... tired, but happy............

In an earlier blog I was trying out Dresden plates..... I especially wanted a 12 point one for the hours of my clock..............



This is the last of my July Challenges (Home Decor in 2 colours) - part of the Early Bird Christmas Crafters....  which is being hosted by Judith at Creative Studio.    Judith always has HEAPS of ideas and inspiration......

I did finish off these Early Bird mini gifts.............

The ladybird bug is my adaption from the little Bitty Bug pincushion designed by Goody Goody.  Goody Goody has lots of lovely ideas......I have fabric to make the rest of the family!!! 

These pretty Christmas Ornament Birdie's are designed by Robyn at Daisy Quilts.  Robyn has a free pattern available but I warn you - they are a little bit addictive!! 

Now to get to the 'wish for' box .................
Hugz to you all..................
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13 comments:

  1. marinaJuly 29, 2010 at 6:26 PM

    Busy, busy!
    Love the Dresden clock. What a fantastic idea!

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  2. Crowing MoonJuly 29, 2010 at 6:28 PM

    I absolutely love the dresden clock. I need a clock for my studio/shed :D Did you have a pattern or just make it up? Its fabulous!

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  3. RGJuly 29, 2010 at 7:14 PM

    OOooh I was so excited to your birdies!!
    Great work and I'm so glad you enjoyed making them... they really are so cute :-)
    Thanks for linking up.

    Love your clock and the ladybug. I love ladybugs!!

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  4. SheilaJuly 29, 2010 at 10:07 PM

    I love your Dresden plate clock , what a clever idea and love the color. Your Christmas ornaments are adorable as well as the ladybug , that is one insect I do like ;-0 .You were wise to join Judith in her challenge .

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  5. PennyJuly 30, 2010 at 12:01 AM

    Love love your dresden clock! Just perfect for the sewing room :)

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  6. The Redhead RiterJuly 30, 2010 at 12:01 AM

    I love the clock! That is such an ingenious idea and it is my favorite color.

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  7. MariaJuly 30, 2010 at 3:21 AM

    WOW I also love the clock.Where did you get the pattern??
    Cute ladybug pincushion and Birdie Xmas Ornaments

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  8. CardygirlJuly 30, 2010 at 10:04 AM

    Love your Dresden...it looks great!

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  9. Just Ramblin'July 30, 2010 at 11:58 AM

    How clever...a dresden clock. Such a great idea. Love the colors! Nola

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  10. Judith TetleyJuly 30, 2010 at 9:02 PM

    Oh my....I am so impressed with your challenges and Early bird gifts sweetheart...well done! Hope you are all inspired for next month we're working on "Personal Gifts".
    Hugs..Judith
    http://creativestudio10.blogspot.com

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  11. Judith TetleyJuly 30, 2010 at 9:05 PM

    p.s. I made your count 5 for the month of July which includes your Challenge entries...is that correct?
    Judith
    http://creativestudio10.blogspot.com

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  12. UnknownAugust 1, 2010 at 7:24 AM

    hi bubz! my goodness you've been busy! that dresden plate clock is so clever and i love the little birdies (gonna have to check that link)!

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  13. BecAugust 3, 2010 at 12:33 PM

    Your dresden clock is stunning! Just beautiful!

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