A few intensive weeks in Brisbane. I discovered the surgery my daughter had has a nickname of MOAS (Mother Of All Surgeries) and I can see why. It is brutal and tough, I was told it was the largest of the surgeries they do at the hospital. A few days in ICU and then a couple of weeks on the ward and at the weekend took her home. Recovery is always better at home isn't it? Time will tell how effective the HIPEC (chemo) was (and what next for that) ...... as with all cancers regular scans and tests for the next 10 years at least.
I never even opened my box of projects! but I did do a few rows of crochet in the evenings at the unit, and I did alter a couple of her nighties so she could wear them over the PICC lines.... the sleeve needed to be able to open so I cut across the top and applied some velcro - worked a treat.
Before we left to Brisbane I did finish quilting "Wings and Pretty Things" (designed by friend Michelle)
Hard to see the quilting but curls in the background and outlining the applique ....
Straight lines through the EPP pieces.....
Just waiting for the binding to go on now.....
I just wanted a couple of days quietly at home and the best way for me to rest is to sew.....
These two items were already cut and partly sewn... you will see they are both the same fabric - because there was plenty!
A favourite top of mine.... Bondi top
The back has a pleat ....
And a wrap around dress ......
Now that it is cooling down I'm not sure I will really have a chance to wear them until it warms up again...
The evenings were spent finishing off the blue beanie.... so now these can be posted to the grandieboy brothers in Victoria.
Oh, and I thought I deserved a treat so got the kit of Anni Downs new fabric range
The girls at The Quilters angel have added a coordinating fabric for binding and included a preprint linen for the embroideries....
... and of course the pattern book
I'm holding off starting this as I still have lots of other handwork projects on the go - it's so tempting especially with the preprints!!!
Righto, Gotto Go..... a quilt is set up on the frame, scrappy blocks are all over the sewing space and yarn is bubbling out the bucket next to my chair! xx
12 comments:
The dress and top look lovely Fiona, well done. Glad your daughter is back home, that always makes a big difference. Hope all goes well with the recovery
Always good to be home . Lots of hugs for your DDs recovery.
Lovely quilting on Wings and Pretty Things.
The grandie boys will love their cosy beanies.
Oh nice new kit and it will be hard to put away for awhile.
Good to hear that your daughter is progressing well, Fiona, and being home will help her recover. I like your new dress and skirt, love that Morris print! Wings and Pretty Things is looking good quilted.
I am pleased to read you are all home again Fiona - yes I do believe one gets well much faster at home. What an ordeal for both You & your daughter - it sounds like a huge ordeal & I hope she makes a good recovery with a positive outcome. Your top & dress are such a lovely fabric. Take care Fiona. xx
Good to hear you are back home and back in the swing of things too! I love your Wings - such a different colour scheme to mine so looks very different, but beautiful! Very nice dressmaking - I love the pleat at the back of your top. The fabric is gorgeous too. Oooh, that new quilt kit looks gorgeous! I too would want to be in there straight away! Have a good week. xx
very happy for you all that you are home.
your blouse and dress are lovely. you have done a great job of matching up the fabric pattern
beautiful quilting on Michelle's gorgeous quilt.
That sure has been full on for you, your daughter and your family.
I agree that being at home is best and I hope it works well for everyone.
Lovely to see your projects. it is good to something to go on with to keep your mind occupied.
Sending healing wishes for your daughter. There is no place like your own home. Nice work on the top and dress.
Best wishes to your daughter, I hope her recovery continues. Your dress and top look great and wow, lovely kit. I'd be tempted too.
Sewing can be a real salvation for our souls.
& the grandie boys will love their beanies.
I can imagine the temptation with the pre printed panel...hard to resist!
Lovely quilting and beautiful outfit.
It’s good to hear that you are home and recovery is taking place. Home is always best. Send best wishes to DD. Of course you had to get sewing. It is our happy place to retreat to. It is always tempting when Anni releases a new pattern.
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