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Look what I've got! Two tiny and very cute hedgehogs. When I saw these, I fell in love! Thank you, Erna, for sending me such a great gift. You made my day!

One more pouch with Elsa Beskow transfer - this time I have used checkered fabric in light blue and white (approx. 18 x 25 cm.) IMG_6873

The zipper pouches will be listed on Etsy soon. This one is my favorite. I'm making a pink and white checkered too!

Zipper Pouches

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Two linen pouches with Elsa Beskow transfers. I love her books and beautiful vintage motifs from a fantastic world. Reading her books make me want to visit her wonderful fantasy world.

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It's not a secret, that I enjoy making pouches. You are free to use every kind of fabrics, patterns, colours and so on. Use your imagination - it's great. It's a perfect project, when you are not in the mood for a bigger project - or don't have the time for it. Today I needed to finish something just to see, that I'm still able to sew.....

I hope, you have great Sunday.

Retro Owl and hexagon Dreams

Img_6850Orange and green retro owl (approx. 17 cm). I had to start the day with just a tiny project. After cleaning up all day yesterday, I just had to sew although we are not all finished. Today we are having a break and we will go to the beach for a walk, eat the first ice cream this summer and just enjoy the day.

Img_2 I have planned to place a couple of mattresses in the new room. We don't have space for a guest room. I had an idea about decorating the mattresses and today I looked in a back issue of Boligliv. I was looking for a recipe for a strawberry salad and found this great corner. It was love at first sight! Hexagon love. Perhaps a project for the summer holiday....?! I could ask my mother-in-law to make us a new quilt. I don't know yet, but I have a hexagon dream.

Yes!!

Img_6829 My first finished project for weeks. This small just-for-fun project made my day! I hope to find time to place my behind on the cushion during the weekend. I have a garland waiting for my attention and this neglected quilt too.

First I have to tidy up my fabrics and other crafting stuff. Three days off from work - great! Time to do some work in the house. Have a great weekend!

The View

Img_6823 I just had to sit here listening to childrens laugh, barking dogs, driving cars and nesting birds. From second floor everything look different. The houses seem very small!. Img_6821 It's great to be able to sit here sewing. We are not finished at all, but I had to make myself a place to sit. In the weekend I will move all my fabrics from the living room (ground floor) to first floor. Because of the sloping walls I'm not able to have all my stuff in the new room.

Img_6819 I was supposed to start making a custom order for one of these garlands, but.... In the weekend. I promise! Instead I started a quick project just for fun. Perhaps it was just an excuse to sit by the window. Sitting there I can't se the mess downstairs.

Back to normal - almost......

Img_6713 What a day. The weather was beautiful - hot and sunny! Everyone was happy and had a great time. Great food and the cake was fantastic. Thank you again, Pia.

Img_6647I just love the church in Frederiksborg Castle. Every time I get into the church it is overwhelming. It's so beautiful! Hundreds of people took place in the church and on the 1st floor. It was fantastic to look around and see all these happy people every where.

We need a break now and try to live a slow life these days. It is necessary but not very easy. We are really looking forward to the up coming weekend! Until then I have started to think about how to furnish our new room. The floor has the most fantastic smell of wood. I can't wait to sit there sewing in the sunlight. Have a great day!

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Ready for tomorrow

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Thank you, Pia, for making Olivia such a beautiful cake for her confirmation. She loves it and she is very happy. I think. we are ready to celebrate Olivia tomorrow. It's has been two very busy weeks planning the party and finishing our new room in the house. I miss my sewing machine!

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The menu written by Olivia's sister, Frederikke, 11 years old. I think tomorrow will be a great day! We start the ceremony in this beautiful castle, which is our local church. More pictures here.

Sleeping Babushkas

Img_6603_2Today I made these slepping beauties. Two more dolls for my babushka collection.

Not much creative going on these days. Yesterday I was cleaning all day. A thorough cleaning was necessary and we are one step closer to finish our new room in the house. The new floor has a fantastic smell of wood. After Olivia's confirmation on May 4th it's time to furnish the room.

Now it's time to enjoy a cup of tea. Happy Sunday! In one week we have a party going on.

Olvias pink Party

Img_6566 On May the 4th we are going to celebrate Olivias confirmation. Only two weeks left and I'm not sure if we are in control of the planning. I think so, hope so....

Today I've made these for the table. Six months ago Olivia prefered black - now it's pink! I think it is very funny planning a pink party for her.

This great cake maker is going to make a pink and yummy cake for Olivia. A real girly one!

Re-building our house, the up coming confirmation and a rough time at work are stealing all my energy at present.... It's not fun at all! I don't even feel the need to sew! Although I know, that I will find some energy there.

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Here you see my very busy handyman. When the craftsmen are not here, he has to work. I'm not at all part of the re-building. Instead I try to nurse my dear husband a little. He deserves it! He's making all this for me and my sewing machine. What a person am I to complain about the re-building.....?! I'm really looking forward to sit and craft in the new room. Img_6561

I started the day with a small sewing project. You have seen them before - I know. This time it's a linen House Purse, but I prefer the checkered ones! They are more colourful and happy - I like that!

Well, it's time to bake some bread and prepare dinner. Beside that there are still some place cards to finish. Have a great weekend.

Checkered House Purse

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A Japanese inspired house purse (approx. 15 x 15 cm) for keys, money or whatever you prefer. This project has been on the to-do-list since I got this book. Today was the day.

Sometimes I ask myself why a 48 years old women loves making pouches with hedgehogs, appliqued strawberries..... It's not because I expect people to buy them. I just have so much fun making them! It's not possible not to make them. That's reason enough for me.

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