Sunday the 10th of January was the second anniversary of Don't Look Now! ... yes, yes I know I'm a little late!
It now seems hard to believe that there was life before blogging ....
I have no idea what I did with my time before Don't Look Now!!!
... other than run around after this lot of course!!!
Blogging has been so good for me in so very many ways!
I have gotten to know so many wonderful people through blogging ...
it has provided me with a creative distraction in a time of my life where it was so desperately needed ...
... and quite unexpectedly ... blogging has paved the way toward a whole new career ....
... a whole new direction in my life that I would never have thought possible two years ago when I first clicked on Save Post ...
Thank you!
... to all of you! It certainly wouldn't be as much fun without you!!!!!
Now we all know that one can't have a Blogaversary with out a giveaway!!!! So if you leave a comment here between now and mid night on the 25th of February (Australian EST) you will have the opportunity to collect one of these three prizes...
Two people will each collect a copy of my pattern How does your garden grow, A Quilter's Diary (featuring stacks of beautiful quilts by some amazing people including Tracey, Claire & me!), a packet of Lite Steam-A-Seam2 & 2m of Floriani Stitch & Wash Fusible
Finally, if you purchase any one of my patterns from any of my retailers between now and 12 midnight Australian EST on the 25th of February (must be in this time period please) and you send me confirmation of this via email before midnight on the 26th of February, I will randomly draw one person who will receive the original Thank you!cushion (see above) plus a Country Life Diary & a packet of Lite Steam-A-Seam2 & 2 metres of Floriani Stitch & Wash Fusible.
There are some new retailers too just to make this a little easier for you ...
Minlation Country Crafts & Patchwork - sorry no website
Plus all of the existing shops and you can find their details here ...
Good luck!
Thank you to everyone who left me such beautiful comments on my last post ... they were much appreciated! Joshua loved his first week and I have found something to fill the gap ...
This is Tom (centre)! He is so adorable and has soaked up every spare minute of my time!!!
He and his brother& sisters are rescued kittens ... if you would like one well I suspect you are probably too late as these little cuties are going to be walking out the door!!!!
As for me, well .... I spent the weekend at Sewjournwith Jan & 6 others sewing, eating, relaxing & generally enjoying ourselves & each others company.
Jan, Kerry, Lara, Mary, Kylie, Leah & Donna (left to right)
Mary & Donna traveled all the way from Canberra to join us!!! Donna is lucky enough to work at Addicted to Fabric! I am so looking forward to my trip there in a couple of weeks! Donna had a very beautiful pack of fabric with her that they sell with together with my patterns at A2F ...
Not bad?!!!! Makes you just want to go buy some fabric doesn't it???!!!!
Thank you guys for a really terrific weekend!!!! There are many other photos to share from the weekend but for now I need to finish up and get some sleep ... I'll post them on Flickr in the next few days.
So what's next in the house of Don't Look Now ... well .... I'm off to Patchwork House in the morning for my first workshop there for the year!
... and on Saturday I will be scooting off to Ballarat for the last day of a workshop that we started a couple of weeks ago ... these guys came from far and wide!!!
I can't wait to see how you guys are coming along ... but more on this next week!
Just a thought for those of you who are locals and have been thinking about joining the Joseph's Coat Quiltalong but either haven't gotten around to it yet or maybe you might like a little more coaching ... if you are interested in coming along to a class to get you started or over a hump then email me and we will look into setting something up.
Good luck with the give away and thank you again for all of your support over the past two years!
Enjoy what's left of the week!
Kellie
PS. Finally we have a Sydney class!!! Woooo Hoooo! Go take a peek!!!!!!
Happpy Blog-Birthday. Your stuff is always so beautiful - having a go at appliqué like you do is certainly on my to do list.
Posted by: Rachel | February 12, 2010 at 05:46 PM
I got to see Lara's cushion as she was finishing it off and it's wonderful ... and now I've discovered you. Congratulations on the anniversary.
Posted by: Susan L | February 12, 2010 at 07:34 PM
Congratulations on your 2 year Blogaversary! You're designs are all so amazing and so, so inspiring. Keep up the fantastic work.
Posted by: Carolyn Watson | February 12, 2010 at 09:50 PM
kellie, congrats on another wonderful year of creativity...such a beautiful blog to look at for inspiration
sharon
Posted by: Handmaiden | February 12, 2010 at 09:54 PM
I am very new to all this just like you. I found your blog about 2 weeks ago and just love it ! I have already made the pillow ( your beautiful free pattern ) and I had to order two issues of Homespun with your patterns in them. and I am just going to order a pattern, I came to your blog to see where to order one and by Gosh there is a giveaway going on ! Thanks you so much for sharing your beautiful talent.!
Posted by: Linda ~ Madamquiltsalot | February 12, 2010 at 10:17 PM
Happy blog anniversary ! And I hope 2 things :
- you go on to show us so wonderfull things and ideas
- having time to make one of your trees ...
Posted by: Sandrine | February 12, 2010 at 11:53 PM
I am right there with you - starting my blog was a turning point and a new beginning. Thank you for your inspiration and beauty!!!! I look forward to following your blog in the many years ahead.....
Posted by: shelly | February 13, 2010 at 12:05 AM
Everything's gorgeous in this post: the quilts, the kittens, the fabric, and, especially, your kids. I'm very glad you hit "save post", it's led to some great inspiration.
Posted by: susana | February 13, 2010 at 01:51 AM
Hi, Kellie . . . If you get the chance, take a peek at my blog: www.prairiemoonquilts.com . I’m passing on an award to you. Don’t feel obligated to continue it on, I just want you to know how great I think your quilts are! Honestly, I DO stare . . . Thanks!
Posted by: Shelly Pagliai | February 13, 2010 at 06:14 AM
Happy Blogiversary! I love your work... I have been watching teh Joseph's coat progress and it looks amazing!
Arabella
PS Your kids are beautiful!
Posted by: Arabella | February 13, 2010 at 06:26 AM
Thanks for a truly wonderful weekend Kellie - although I found it difficult it was so rewarding and I am very happy with where I have progressed to. I'm planning some new projects using your techniques (as well as still planning that cushion for Stella). Little kitten Tom is just adorable! Congratulations on your blogoversary and maybe we can pencil in some coffee mornings - stitching in hand as well of course!
Posted by: Lara | February 13, 2010 at 07:59 AM
Hello. From all the way to Argentina, I am pleased reading and looking at your site. You do beautiful, beautiful things. Your anniversary must be a big big success!!! The pictures and the story below it´s "cute" (sorry for my english... it´s been sooooo long since I left EEUU and I don´t practice too much. I speak spanish!) Greetings. Lola
Posted by: Lola Franchella | February 13, 2010 at 08:19 AM
Happy Blogaversary!!! Please enter me in your giveaway.
Posted by: Carol | February 13, 2010 at 09:19 AM
I've been following your blog for a short while, but I must say, it is awesome. I've even started collecting some fabrics with the intention of doing your Joseph's Coat....thanks so much for the super tutorial. Congratulations on your blogaversary. Pick me, please!
Posted by: Sally Knotwell | February 13, 2010 at 09:58 AM
Congratulations on two years of blogging!
Can't wait to do your class at the Drapers in a few weeks!
Keep up the amazing work.
Posted by: Olivia | February 13, 2010 at 10:07 AM
What a great giveaway - please enter me in the draw. How did you manage to get a career out of your art work - I wish I could make my work pay!! :-)
Posted by: anna | February 13, 2010 at 10:08 AM
Happy blogaversary! And it has been great to see your amazing talent.
Posted by: rayna | February 13, 2010 at 11:08 AM
I love love love your quilts! You give me something to work towards. Have you ever considered an online class??
Posted by: Vanna Owens | February 13, 2010 at 11:58 AM
Lovely blog and lovely giveaway! Thanks for the chance.
Posted by: Anya | February 13, 2010 at 12:01 PM
Wow, your blog is amazing - I love your "style" of quilting. YOur color choices are always incredible. Whenever I'm browsing through my fav blogs for inspiration for my next project yours is one of the 1st in my favs to look at. Thanks for the giveaway/s - they're always awesome too.
Posted by: katie | February 13, 2010 at 12:05 PM
Congrats on your 2nd blogaversery and keep on inspiring us for many more.Love your new kitten he is so cute.
Posted by: Judy | February 13, 2010 at 12:58 PM
Congratulations on two years of lovely bright colours,interesting projects and fun times. Happy days.
Posted by: Bev C | February 13, 2010 at 01:38 PM
Like everyone else I love your creativityand it is fun to see the detail on your cushion. Thanks for making a great giveaway.
Posted by: colourdujour | February 13, 2010 at 04:56 PM
congrats on 2 years Kellie I have loved reading your blog
and look forward to many more fantastic posts
hugs Beth
Posted by: Beth | February 13, 2010 at 05:53 PM
Happy anniversary Kellie! I am so jealous of the women who got to attend your workshop last weekend. I just clicked on the link about the sydney weekend- and I leave for Hawaii that Sunday!!! disappointment. So bugger it, I am simply going to have to fly to Victoria for a class. Still love your blog, and your quilts.
Have you hosted any fabulous Kid parties lately? I shamelessly copied your dodgem car idea from last year for Felix's 4th birthday party which had a fireman theme- I prepainted the boxes red and supplied black painted plates for wheels, and assorted useful-box junk painted silver for the kids to stick on their engines.
Keep it up, Susan
Posted by: Susan | February 13, 2010 at 07:45 PM
aw bless the wee kitties... aren't kitties so cute? shame they turn into booger cats! Our cat is MENTAL.. congrats on your blogiversary!!!
Posted by: Lissa | February 13, 2010 at 08:29 PM
Happy Bloggy Birthday to you! Love your work. See your passion. Admire your juggle of family & quilting. Wish you all the very best. :-)
Posted by: Julie-Anne | February 13, 2010 at 08:56 PM
Happy Anniversary for your blog! You must be soooo proud of what you have achieved it is all so lovely and versatile for different colour ways. I have really enjoyed making the cushions during your course at Ballarat Patchwork! I look forward to many more patterns to come!!!
Posted by: Cathy Hutton | February 13, 2010 at 09:03 PM
i found your blog through a blog through a blog through a blog and am SO glad i did! i'm a lapsed quilter, who really needs to get back in touch with her inner stitch :o)
happy anniversary!
Posted by: essie | February 13, 2010 at 09:06 PM
one quick question-i have a friend pregnant with a girl who would LOVE a pink monkey for her nursery...do you have a pattern OR by chance, do you have any for sale?
thank you!!
Posted by: essie | February 13, 2010 at 09:09 PM
Congratulations I love your work it is beautiful thanks for the drawing.
Posted by: Laurie | February 13, 2010 at 10:29 PM
Congratulations on your second year of blogging!
Posted by: Sharrieboberry | February 14, 2010 at 03:39 AM
Congratulations! Your applique work is breathtaking and the giveaway is fabulous. Hope I win :-)
Posted by: Blogless me | February 14, 2010 at 08:29 AM
Now I didn't forget though did I - chuckle . Happy Bloggy Versary dear friend . Tom is so cute, sometimes it's a pity they have to grow up -- x
Posted by: periwinkle | February 14, 2010 at 09:04 AM
congrats on 2 years!!! you do an amazing job with blogging the your works makes me in awe.
thanks!
a
Posted by: anna | February 14, 2010 at 11:03 AM
Congratulations Kellie on your 2 year blogaversary! I so enjoy hearing from you with each post. I truly enjoy seeing what you have made and hearing about your children. The Joseph's Coat quilt along has been such a pleasure to participate in and your directions are so concise!
Posted by: Sherrie Letzter | February 14, 2010 at 11:10 AM
Congratulations and happy anniversary for your blog! Your work is amazing, colorful and full of life!
Posted by: Vickie | February 14, 2010 at 12:10 PM
Wow, 2 years?! I didn't know I'd been following your blog as long as I have. I have learned a lot and I have been inspired to try new things. Thank you for sharing your skills. Here's to many more years!
Posted by: Jeanne | February 14, 2010 at 01:43 PM
Congratulations on your two years of blogging - obviously there is a lot of talent there for it to have taken of the way iot has for you. And if your new kitty is anything like ours - keep a close watch on those pins and embroidery scissors... not to mention measuring tapes, cotton reels and bobbins! I swear my new baby thinks the sewing nook is pure heaven and a great place to steal things from. Lets just hope those pins stay out of his stomach though...
Posted by: Joy | February 14, 2010 at 04:30 PM
Congratulations on your blogoversary...2 years...this is my first time! I have visited your site several times now and just love your style of quilts. They are full of happiness and frolicking in the sun! Great therapy for Victoria's grey winter days. Hope to make one of your classes this year. Family life is precious but our children grow too quickly. Cheers!
Posted by: www.google.com/accounts/o8/id?id=AItOawlT5Z0uv759ravyeFHsrSzRsni5XZRfMoc | February 14, 2010 at 05:39 PM
Happy anniversary! I have loved reading your blog in the almost 2 years I have been reading and drooling! Hope you dont have many kitten scratches.
Posted by: Hayley | February 14, 2010 at 09:11 PM
I finally found you... I changed browsers and deleted my old browser before copying all my book marks... well, I am glad I found you just in time for a giveaway, too... I love your blog, your quilting and designs, they inspire me to try harder and keep creating ... thanks for sharing your creativity and your wonderful giveaways...
Posted by: DebbLou | February 15, 2010 at 04:10 AM
this is the first time I've been to your blog. I found you thru Me and my Sister. I love your quilting style. I hope you have many more anniversaries!
Posted by: kathy c. | February 15, 2010 at 06:15 AM
Congratulations on your 2 year blogaversary!
Really love your work.
Jittina, the Netherlands
Posted by: Jittina | February 15, 2010 at 08:43 AM
I discovered your paterns through Buttonberry in the UK and am totally in awe of your work.......I love it and although I have bought some patterns I feel very inadequate and don't think I have the skills needed, but I suppose I just need to get out of the boat and do something......love the blog and thanks for the chance of the giveaway.......
Posted by: Jules | February 15, 2010 at 09:40 AM
Puh-LEEZ, puh-leez, puh-leez put the pattern for your partidge in a pair tree in your online store!? I've asked, now I'm resorting to begging...
Posted by: Kara | February 15, 2010 at 10:54 AM
I love your blog and your work. Your sense and use of color is just amazing. How I wish I lived in Australia! Congratulations on two years of blogging.
Posted by: Janet | February 15, 2010 at 10:57 AM
I have just signed up for your Sydney class. Really looking forward to taking part
Heather
Posted by: Heather Watts | February 15, 2010 at 01:12 PM
I love your blog and am just in awe and baffled by the applique and quilting work you do. It is AMAZING!! I have tried to do what you do and it is quite difficult. You make it look so easy! I wish I could take one of your classes. Keep up the good work. You inspire me!
Posted by: Kristal | February 15, 2010 at 01:27 PM
Congratulations on your 2nd Blogiversary. Your blog is always inspiring and your patterns are beautiful. Keep up the great work.
Posted by: Michelle | February 15, 2010 at 02:10 PM