Patches....

I have done this months batch of 9 patches for Trish's swap

So far these are the two sets that I have done... there are more reds and blues on the way...

I am using a collection of fabrics from "Judie's 25th Anniversary" and having fun - I haven't worked with reproduction prints previously.....

After 6 months we send all the blocks away and then get packs made up from lots of other people... so there will be a lovely range of fabrics and colours ....

I had a reason to bake this week... friends from over 20 years ago came to stay... it was so fun....

CJ's Carrot Cake
(It's called CJ's cake because that's who I got the recipe from... and it's a favourite, but I have sadly lost contact with CJ )

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup oil (I use vegetable oil)
1 1/2 cups grated carrots
1 cup chopped pecans (I mostly use walnuts)
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup flour

I play around with the nuts.. sometimes half nuts and half coconut and this time I threw in a handful of sultanas

1. Beat sugar and oil. Add eggs one at a time and beat
2. Fold in dry ingredients
3. Add nuts and carrots.  Stir gently until combined
4. Bake in moderate oven (180 degrees) for 45 minutes or until well risen and browned
5. Ice with lemon cream cheese icing 

(I'm still searching for the perfect lemon cream cheese icing if anyone has one......)

Righto, Gotto Go....  there's one slice remaining... and I feel the need for a cuppa!!

Whatever our beliefs at  Easter, for most of us is a time of reflection, memories, letting go and celebrating.....  may yours be full of blessings, wonderfulness...... and chocolate....