Saturday, January 4, 2014

.... and it's 2014...

...wishing everyone ....


I hope the next year brings you loads of fun and laughs and happy moments..... 

Hubz and I have been having a lovely quiet break together....

... there was some golf (well... I drove the cart and he chased a silly little ball)


.... .we did some tourist stuff... this is the floodgate at Wivenhoe Dam, which is partly where the water came from which flooded Brisbane a couple of years ago....


New Years Eve we stayed at friends and went to listen to 'Thirsty Merc' at the beach and watch the fireworks....


... I also had some paddles....


... and walks on the beach watching the sun go down....


the last couple of days have been revoltingly hot.... I have sewn up this little kokeshi doll.....

(not sure what marker I used but it was the wrong one and has bled and not disappeared... she will stay at my house....) My first UFO finish for 2014!

This was a freebie from Melly and Me - I can't find a link to it on her blog but it is HERE  ... 


I have had these hot pot mats appliqued for ages.... finished too late for Christmas but they will go in the box for next year....


Righto, Gotto Go.... today is expected to be revoltingly hot again.... tracing a new project and some hand sewing I think... and make my lists.... projects, ufo's, birthdays etc etc...

21 comments:

Christine said...

Your toes are looking very pretty. Xx

marina said...

lovely to have a little getaway.
so glad our weater hasn't been hot!
Better enjoy the milder weather while it lasts.
Lovely ufo finishes, you are starting the year off well.

sunny said...

A great time of year for a little getaway. Now stay indoors to keep cool, and I'll stay indoors to keep warm..And stitch!

Just Ramblin' said...

Nice to have some quiet time together before getting back into the hustle and bustle of everyday living. Take care, Nola

Karen said...

It looks like you have had a lovely time welcoming in the New Year. It is good to kick back and relax.
Good to see some finishes already. Lovely embroidery on the doll and great hot pads.

WoolenSails said...

Funny when it is hot, we complain and for us it is freezing and I wish it were hot, lol. Looks like you are enjoying the great weather though.

Debbie

Melody said...

Looks like a great mini break. You kitty funny really made me laugh thank you

Raewyn said...

Looks and sounds like a lovely, and productive, few days.

Jennifer said...

The heat has been pretty bad here too - hope you survive it al right!

Helen said...

Sounds like you had a great new year and break. Stay cool , I love the kitty !!!

Anonymous said...

What an awesome break. Fiona such a pretty place and I love your doll,what a shame the pen bled.xx

Susan said...

Looks like a perfect short break (except the little white ball part). How great to spend NYE on the beach. Your little doll is sweet, so frustrating when the marker runs. Keep cool.

Peg - Happy In Quilting said...

Happy New Year Bubz...your break looks good...love those finishes//

Queen Of The Armchair aka Dzintra Stitcheries said...

A great little break for you both Fiona! Cool finish....I heard a about your heat today!

Michelle Ridgway said...

It is lovely to spend some time together. Love your post.... nothing like paddling in the ocean. Your liuttle doll us so sweet. Yes it was revoltingly hot here today as well 42°c Happy New year lovely friend xx

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Googy Girl said...

The doll is adorable, hope you stay cool. Love the cat

Sue SA said...

Hope the air con keeps up and you get a cool change soon. Good for you having a few finishes already so early in the year, not to mention in the present box!!

Wonky Girl said...

Nice post today. I enjoyed the beach photos, we used to live near a beach and miss it. Ha, ha- I feel the same about golf ;-)

Anita said...

Looks like you had a great time Fiona!! I'm trying to think of a New year's resolution for myself but I can only think that perhaps this year I could try to be good????
Cheers, Anita.

Love Bears All Things said...

Beautiful colors in the flimsy and I like the doll, couldn't see any markings in the photo....
I don't like hot weather but I don't like this cold we're having either. Luckily for me, I don't have to get out in it.
Mama Bear

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