Sky and Grass and Space

                    A day out in the mountains, sunshine and fresh air and puddles to splash in. We played and had a nice walk up round the top of the rocks.

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A Cardi for the Kid

        A chance to test a lovely new cardi from Little Kiwi’s Closet came up recently. I adore the designer and the patterns so couldn’t miss out on the opportunity to apply. The Koro Cardi (koro is Māori for grandfather) is a grandpa style cardi. Very easy to sew up and a…

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Forty of Fifty Two

  Modelling a new cardi I sewed up for her. Loving the sunshine and summery evening light. I love the spring yellos and greens and the auburn of her hair.

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Twig and Tale – A Rebrand Tour

Sewing for my daughter is a big part of crafting for me. And anyone who has followed my blog will know that Big Little Patterns have been a staple for not only coats and vests but also trousers and hats and other accessories. Big Little has changed! It has rebranded to become Twig and Tale….

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Spring Fair

                A spring day. The sun came out and it got hot fast. sunhats and sunscreen came out. Facepainting and classic cars. Fairys and glitter. Cooling off with friends in the river. Picnics of chippies and carrot cake.

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Spring is Here

                  Spring has definitely arrived here. So many flowers and blossom and the last of the kale to be eaten as its bolting like crazy. The kid has delighted in being able to pull out shorts and summery tops and play outside all day. Daylight savings came…

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