Thursday 27 December 2012

the year is almost over



So Christmas is over - only just, and my family were all totally spoiled by each other and others.

My darling husband really went to town and generously bought a Nikon DSLR camera for me which undoubtedly will all enjoy and on a crafty note I received 'A Good Marriage' by Lizzie Kate which I could not wait to start...so watch this space for the finish..


















In my quest for a homemade Christmas we put together a few of these lovely jars as small gifts for teachers and friends.  I must credit Momitforward and The Larson Lingo for inspration.

On a very serious note....

America has always held quite an attraction for me, as it seems to offer so much. The crafts and things I seem to be drawn to are often based in the USA. 
The absolute tragedy and horror that happened in Connecticut just before Christmas really moved me.
My little darlings are a similar age to the victims and I cannot imagine what the parents must be going through and my thoughts have been with them.
I hope that the New Year brings them some peace.

I wish you all a very peaceful blessed New Year .
Stay safe and cherish your loved ones every day...

Sx

Monday 24 December 2012

1 more sleep



Yes it's Christmas Eve and there's two excited kiddies in my house.
We have a lovely day ahead filled with friends, carols and Christmas PJ's.

I have had a very crafty few months making gifts, working a few more ripples on my big blanket (pictures to follow) and stitching  the Glad Tidings SAL and here it is the last stitch in this morning- just in time even though it's not framed/finished. Still deciding which to do.
Roaming Reindeer- Blue Ribbon Designs
And on my tree is one of the ornaments I've one this year from the Just CrossStitch ornaments edition.   It looks so lovely and my little housey is very cosy this Christmas - now only if we could wake to a white Christmas (not likely though).
I have had a fabulous crafty year, and am enjoying keeping my hands busy and creating things..I am still working on a few things and will post pics as I finish. 

Not much news I'm afraid, but wanted to wish you all a wonderful blessed Christmas and all the very best for 2013.

Merry Christmas

Sx