Empty Nest

I have had an empty house for three days. My three little ones went to my sisters shack for a holiday. I must say I didn't like it very much. My eldest boy was hardly here at all either. It's different when they are at school all day. I go about my daily business preparing a nurturing home for the children to return to, but with them gone for two nights and three days, I feel quite inadequate and miss them heaps. I rang them every day. I am pathetic aren't I. Oh well, they will be back today. I can't wait.

I made these about a week ago and I still haven't painted their shoes on. I will though......soon.

These patterns are free at http://www.bowls-n-annies.com/ Pop over and take a look.

Bye for now

Jules

Lazy day

We started the day off with pancakes smothered in maple syrup. Morning tea consisted of an Earl gray for me, coffee for hubby and cordial for the kids and some crackers and cheese. Meanwhile the house filled with the smell of rising sweet dough. Then as this was baked the aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg and sultanas floated through the rooms. By 1pm we were having freshly baked, home made, Hot Cross buns. Yummmmm!!!!!!

Now the kids are reading in their rooms, Hubby is snoring on the couch (resting after the big game last night.......Go Tigers) and I am on here blogging. The rest of the day is just to chill out and rest up. Fish for tea tonight, though I will just be eating vegies.

Happy Easter to all.

Jules

54 When the centurion and those with him who were guarding Jesus saw the earthquake and all that had happened, they were terrified, and exclaimed, "Surely he was the Son of God!"

confucious or Aussie slang??????

My friend and I were talking today about the things adults used to say when we were kids. She remembers the saying 'acting like a pork chop' and used to wonder how a pork chop acted???????
I remember hearing my nan telling my mother "You are going through the change of life darling." As a 6 year old I really didn't want my mother to change and watched her carefully for any sign of difference, which I was ever so pleased nothing happened..........lol
The other one I remember hearing at a young age was "Your fathers the bread winner around here." What????? Did he win bread?????
And have you ever been told to move out of the way, your fathers not a glass maker...........?????? I was a very confused child..........lol
Have you ever wondered how these sayings ever came about????????


A very blessed Easter to you all.

Jules

Competition

Go check out Old Red Barn Co. Click on the blog site. They are giving away, yes that is right, GIVING away a quilt. It is very nice. You have until tomorrow to enter. Good luck. Don't forget to have a look at the shop too.

Jules

Sewing

Well it has been nine days since I last blogged. I have been busy though. Unfortunately for two of those days I was flattened by a migraine. For those of you who suffer from them know just how debilitating they are. I am back on my feet now and have lots to show you.

The first item is an apron for my mum for Easter. It is so bright and has lemons all over it. The photo doesn't do it any justice. She will love it. I added black lace just to give her a laugh. (supposed to be white) Why cant she look a little sassy whilst cooking.............lol. The pattern is from 'Hand made' mag, volume 25 no. 5. They have a section on vintage aprons.



This little skirt is a so quick and easy to whip up. It was a free pattern off the net but I can't find the link to it. I will keep trying later. Little one loves it of course. I am making her skirts and pinafores for winter as she doesn't like wearing trousers.



Another pinafore for little one. The daisy chain is a pretty mint green but it doesn't show well in the photo. My photography was bad this week. Sorry.



Lastly I have added these photos of a couple of visitors who came and feasted on the greengages. There was a red one too but he was very good at hiding. They were so lovely and stayed for ages while the kids played around them. They didn't seem bothered by the noise of the kids at all.

Well that's it. I am still working on my cot quilt. I have stippled two sides already. It is funny. My hubby laughs cause I get a real swing up while I am doing it. I can't sit still, I have to sway with the pattern.......lol. I should put some music on so at least I would look like I am dancing. It is not too bad for my first attempt. I am pleased with the progress and that's all that matters.

Off to visit the Easter Bunny now. Not many more sleeps to go.

Take care all

Jules

Ol' Mac had a farm

It was off to the farm today for a birthday party. The children had a wonderful time feeding the animals, cuddling babies and eating party food. I am sure they will sleep tonight, including the animals.

This poor little guy was just tuckered out.

Jules

Girly girl

I finally managed to start and finish little ones pinafore. I can't believe I did it all in one day. I had it all cut out and ready to sew this morning and this afternoon after a girly shopping day, I sewed it together until it was complete. I am so lucky she is still at the age of loving dresses especially ones i make for winter. Little one is a real girly girl.

I also took this photo of some Lilly's from my garden. They smell Divine and are just so beautiful.

Enjoy the rest of the weekend (long one for Aussie's)

Jules

Thirsty Thursday

I named this post 'Thirsty Thursday' only because I drank soooo much coffee today I don't think I will be thirsty for another week. I visited with Rose today under the impression we would be working but sat all day chatting with never ending coffee cups. Thanks Rose for showing me stippling, meandering and that other thingy......lol I had a lovely day really. We both just needed to breath today.

Jules

Beautiful Sunday

Being a child born in the late 60's, I was brought up on 60's and 70's music which I still love and enjoy. One particular song I remember my mum blasting through the house was 'Beautiful Sunday' by Daniel Boone. I loved that song and knew all the words quite young. Today was a 'Beautiful Sunday' the second day of autumn.

All 6 of us got out into the yard for a huge clean up. We had been blessed this year with a fantastic abundance of fruit, which of course is just about over. We raked up the greengages and put them into a box, provided bags and put them out the front for anyone to help themselves. Of course they didn't last long. It was lovely to see people stopping to collect some.

Then it was inside for lunch and then a baking afternoon with lots of helpers. We baked caramel slice, bread, banana choc chip muffins and chocolate balls. Oh, and jelly for dessert. The house smelt so yummy. That should keep the school lunches looking interesting for a week.

I need to cook dinner and am quite exhausted from todays workings so I am thinking an easy chicken cabonara would go down well.

Thank you my little helpers for your very hard work today.

Right off the subject now. I bought these gorgeous fabrics from the states. 'The poetry collection' and don't know what style of quilt I want to do. Any suggestions????

Till next time

Jules