Well it is obvious that I have become totally acopic (Don't look now definition - total inability to cope with every day life!) since our return from our holiday so forgive me for my late posting, my erratic comments and general slackness ...
I haven't actually just been sitting on my butt and staring into space the whole time ... I have managed to get a few things done around here ...
I finally finished this quilt ...
It's called Jessica's Garden. I started this quilt a bit over a year ago and I'm so very pleased that it is finally finished. It's colours make me smile :)
I made a start on some gifts for the kids teachers ...
These bags are a pattern called Not Another Green Bag from Amitie. I really love these.
I received a fantastic parcel from Jo at French Knots as a part of Lisa's magazine swap ...
And what should I find inside one of the magazines but a spectacular creation by my very cool friend Cathy!!!!
Thank you so much Jo! I have enjoyed them immensely this weekend!
I also found this little treasure in amongst our wheelbarrow load of mail that we received once we returned fro the US ...
Nothing quite like a little bit of Ric Rac love! Thanks Jodie ... this is Megan's first activity on her Holiday To Do List.
My little pink heart made it's way over the sea and is now living with Erin of ErinKCreations.
My littlest man finished 3 year old kinder for the year ... so we will be spending even more time together ...
I have just been trying for way too long to link to a video that goes with this photo ... alas I am also acopic when it comes to blogging ... so if you would like to see Joshua's little song go to my Flickr page and take a look.
We put up the Christmas tree ... although I am a little scared that if Tiger keeps scaling it now it is dressed it wont stay up for long!!!!!
On Saturday I started and finished the Christmas shopping ... completed in one fowl swoop! Just the way I like it!
Finally, I made a start on this ...
Hopefully you will see it finished next time.
Enjoy your week!
Kellie
PS Sorry about the editing ... not doing well at all today! Missing photos, missing words ...arrrhhhhh!
OMG, that last quilt is totally intriguing. Can't wait to see a little (or a lot) more.
Love the finished Jessica's garden. The colours make me smile too.
Have a very happy holiday season.
Andi :-)
Posted by: Andi | December 15, 2008 at 05:14 PM
The quilt is just gorgeous. I see your kitty likes to climb trees too. Our kitten likes to do that and chew the wrapping paper on the pressies so I really hope I can find him a home soon so he wont have to be put into the garage to behave himself. I love the little birdcage kit, how cute.
Posted by: sue | December 15, 2008 at 06:09 PM
I love Jessica's Quilt! So bright and cheery and happy! And the little bird cage kit - so cute! I have no idea how to stop Tiger from climbing the tree... I did a magazine swap recently... it's so interesting to see what's different and what's the same... You sure have had a busy time - enjoy the summer holidays!!
Posted by: Shari Jamieson | December 15, 2008 at 06:40 PM
Oh...I just love your Jessics Garden Quilt ....it is AMAZING!! And a new quilt going on...hmmm...will check back to see what you are up too!! :o)
Posted by: Stina | December 15, 2008 at 06:49 PM
I love the colours of the last quilt Kellie. I am looking forward to seeing it.
I'm always interested in seeing other peoples teacher presents - the bags are a great gift.
I am finding the blogging a bit hard at the moment, too much excitement with the end of school and christmas coming. i hope your kids have a lovely last week of school!
Posted by: Claire - Matching Pegs | December 15, 2008 at 08:17 PM
This quilt with the tulips is my one favourite of the all :-)
Posted by: violini | December 15, 2008 at 08:22 PM
now i have checked what you have been up to and of course you never dissapoint. everything looks wonderful.i will be wondering if santa does the right thing about the machine you were wanting? go on santa, be kind to kellie, she has been good,very,very good. i know you got my letter that i wrote previously! you could drop me a line at my blog, i will keep it a secret!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: broderie | December 15, 2008 at 09:40 PM
The tulip quilt turned out teriffic, its a good feeling when a quilt is finished! The green and white project looks really interesting, will come back and see it.
Posted by: Janet | December 15, 2008 at 09:55 PM
Glad to see Jessica's Garden finished, it really is lovely. Milos teacher is getting wristwarmers surprisingly enough :-). Joshua's singing is just adorable, G was trying to sing along with him. I,m intrigued by the last picture , looking forward to seeing more of it. Have a lovely weekend.
Lisa x
Posted by: periwinkle | December 15, 2008 at 10:57 PM
No wonder that quilt makes you smile...the colours are fab!...I have seen some great teacher's gifts on blogs.....lucky teachers! the sneak peek of your new project looks interesting...looking forward to seeing more of it later!
Posted by: Lorraine | December 15, 2008 at 11:21 PM
YOur quilts just keep getting better! Love Jessic's Garden! It makes me smile too. I can't wait to see your next quilt.
Posted by: Jackie | December 16, 2008 at 01:37 AM
Everything looks beautiful! Jessica's garden is amazing... and the other 'taster' piece too! Also love, love, love the bags (lucky teachers!) and that birdcage will look cute! Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Lisa | December 16, 2008 at 02:03 AM
There's nothing acopic going on here! You've been a busy girl -- it looks like Tiger is threatening you though LOL. For the millionth time I'll tell you -- I sure wish you were here to show me your quilting techniques. I spent all weekend quilting two quilts and they look like ca-ca compared to yours!!!! You do such BEAUTIFUL work. Love the first quilt too! Off to see the video...
Posted by: Thimbleanna | December 16, 2008 at 03:39 AM
I love the quilt! Your work continues to amaze me and I just love the bags you made for the teachers. Cant wait to see the next project!
PS, your ds is adorable in the video!
Posted by: Lynn T | December 16, 2008 at 04:49 AM
Looking forward to seeing more of that piece. I love the colours of it.
Posted by: Tamara | December 16, 2008 at 02:28 PM
Looks like you have been super busy Kellie! Love Jessica's garden - looks brilliant. Your new project looks very interesting (can't wait to see more!), and I love your new bags (using my current favourite - Farmers Market!). Enjoy the lead up to Christmas.
Posted by: Lisa | December 17, 2008 at 12:07 AM
Jessica's Garden is a beauty! Love those Lakehouse colors/flowers! I am also completely intrigued by what you're up to in the last photo...completely intrigued!
Posted by: amy | December 17, 2008 at 05:27 AM
Dear Kellie! You can see on my blog my kids Art Smocks. Thank you for idea and patterns!!!!! Nika from Russia
Posted by: Nika | December 17, 2008 at 04:15 PM
I love Jessica's Garden, love orange and pink together. Cant wait to see the creation in the last photo, looks very different and lovely of course!
Posted by: Hayley | December 17, 2008 at 08:19 PM
Wow you are very organised . I really love the first quilt .
Clare's Craftroom
Posted by: clare bower | December 18, 2008 at 11:22 PM
So how many times has Tiger pulled down the tree so far? (I gave up having a Christmas tree while I was in the UK because my puddies would climb it - so cute - but boy what a mess they made!)
Posted by: Rachael Rabbit | December 19, 2008 at 02:16 PM
That quilt is just gorgeous - well done!
Posted by: Handmade | December 19, 2008 at 08:53 PM
the quilt is beautiful...makes me long for spring! did the christmas shop in a day too. works for me!
Posted by: jacquie | December 21, 2008 at 08:42 AM
Where can we buy your patterns? I must start Jessica's Garden asap. I love it!
Posted by: tkathihi | December 25, 2008 at 03:25 PM
The quilt has beautiful bright colors. I would love to have a try at that.
smiles,
alicia in Hawaii
Posted by: alicia in Hawaii | December 26, 2008 at 06:49 PM
What a gorgeous quilt - - the colors are stunning. I've just begun quilting for my girls & am in awe of your beautiful work!
I've gotta check out the bag pattern you used - that's great!!
Posted by: christine | December 31, 2008 at 04:23 AM
I agree with everyone that the colors in the quilt are awesome. I am also a big fan of those tote bags. Just lovely...
Posted by: Emily | December 31, 2008 at 11:53 AM