Easter Activity

Spring is definitely in the air, the days are longer, there is the sweet smell of crocuses and daffodils on the breeze and we've had the first few warm sunny days here on the Wirral. The Easter weekend saw the house packed with the family, giving me the opportunity to indulge in a spot of baking, a pastime I love but don't do as often, now the children have all grown up and our waistlines need no further expansion! My chocolate Guinness cake is a firm family favourite and my chicken and ham pie went down a treat.

The brighter weather has inspired me to bring some colour into my creative projects. I've chosen these pretty chalky colours for the 'v' stitch blanket I'm working on in the evenings. Every new row brings a smile to my face as this bright little blanket emerges. Perfect for a little girl I think!

I'm definitely an all or nothing person. I can be fired up and full of creativity, my hands struggling to keep up with all the ideas whizzing round my brain. Then after a while I run out of steam and can't seem to get the motivation to make anything. I find these periods very frustrating especially when they coincide with holidays and I have time to spare. Eventually inspiration comes, often after browsing on Pinterest or talking with likeminded friends. The cogs start to turn again and I'm off!

I've had these striking retro print fat quarters in my stash for a while and decided to make them into a messenger bag swapping my usual heart appliqué for a 70s cosmic design! This bag shape is another favourite of mine as its so versatile. Its practical to use and the design has lots of scope for your own interpretation. I'm currently working on a tutorial so watch this space!

A couple of people who I sit with for lunch at work asked me for a lunch bag with a drawstring lining. I found this great tutorial for just the thing at Pink Penguin So far I've tried it out in these bright polka dots (anyone who knows me, knows about me and polka dots!!).

Today I found these fabrics in my local fabric shop while stocking up on bits and bobs. The green / blue combo and the Cath Kidston inspired heavier weight cotton will be great for these little lunch bags.

A while ago I was asked by a friend if I made tea cosies. I finally got round to trying one out. I found this lovely fabric with tea pots on it and thought it most appropriate!

The last thing to show from my latest making frenzy is this pretty set. The cube bag is a regular repeat but I haven't done a matching drawstring bag for a while.

Well This Easter break has been busy so far, I will hopefully be in touch soon with a new tutorial and some more of my makes.

xxx