We’re back from our holidays. Had a great time with all the family at a beachside place an hour away up the coast from Newcastle called Hawks Nest.
Came back and started sewing a new bag for me! It’s Navy. I’ve done the front and back section, plus 1 side section just 3 more sections to go, then lining straps etc. love Chris
P.S. Mum is doing OK, constantly chatting but we’ve no idea what she’s talking about. She will be 90 on 29th January.
234473That bag is going to be exceptional when you are finished. I love the fabric and all the embroidered stitches within. Can't wait to see the finished product. I always said blue was my favorite color, any hue of blue also. Happy for you to have time off visiting with family and at such a lovely place also. I am no cold weather person and here I am with snow on the ground and we've had single digit degrees. UGH!! Ready for Spring, getting well and being able to possibly dig in the dirt some.
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by pennifold
17 Jan 2024
Hi Patti, I'm sitting in my back room just about to put new handles on my bag - perspiration is dripping down my face and neck - it's over 32C outside and my air conditioner (Trev put it on for me when I went out this morning) is keeping the area cool, I'm just still trying to cool down.\
I am a lover of the cold, unlike you, so can't wait for our winter which isn't till June! Thanks for your lovely comments. Love Chris
18460Would this be some scraps left from your blue quilt? I look forward to seeing the finish. Your other bags from Sweetpea have always looked great. I hope the family time away restored your energy and gave you rest but I had to laugh at ‘ a bit noisy’. I think you and Trevor are like us. We are so used to the quiet sometimes all the noisy chatter and play can get a bit much, when it’s been so quiet. I can relate for sure, but like you we love the time with family.
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by pennifold
17 Jan 2024
Ha ha ha, this made me laugh too Toogie. No these are fabrics from tablecloths I made for Mia and myself. The lining is just navy blue cotton. I've gone out this morning and bought some navy blue webbing to do the handles as I didn't like the handles I made. Never mind, it is still a great bag. Love Chris
109752Интересное цветовое решение. В оригинале более яркая, но Ваш вариант мне нравится больше! Удачи!
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by pennifold
16 Jan 2024
Большое спасибо за комментарий. Я сделал в основном черные и красно-черный, и это оглушительный!! Обожаю Криса
950Great start on your new bag Chris....
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by pennifold
16 Jan 2024
Thanks Kim, I love beginning a new project for the new year. It's good to be making something for me too. Love Chris
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11388466009a lot of work, will be an eye-catcher when finished, hugs Maria
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by pennifold
15 Jan 2024
Hi Maria, yes, it's a time consuming project, but it is worth it. Everyone comments on my black and red ones. Love Chris
20243So happy for you having Family Time.
Love you bag and looking forward to seeing the finished pictures. Amazing designs on the pieces.
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by pennifold
15 Jan 2024
Thanks so much, yes it's a great design and I love the patterns on them too. We had a wonderful time away. Love Chris
6748Love love love the blues - I am a big fan of anything blue! The designs are beautiful - can't wait to see the finished project! I bet you had a fun time with the family!! hugs!
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by pennifold
15 Jan 2024
Hi Laura, yes, it's a great selection of fabrics. I can't wait to finish it. It's a Sweetpea design and I've made 4 or 5 bags already. We had a great holiday, albeit noisy!! Love Chris
96221Glad to hear you and the family are taking time to enjoy time away. Can’t wait to see the bag finished. I love knowing that you also take care of you too.
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by pennifold
15 Jan 2024
Hi Karen, thanks yes we all needed it. I'm looking forward to getting it done too. Yes, I'm going fine and am off to have an Angiogram next Monday (52nd wedding anniversary), but hey, it's only an overnight stay. Then
Trev has his 5 yearly check Angiogram on the 29th (Mum's birthday). Love Chris
169060Love blue:):)Nice job so far :):)hugsxx
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by pennifold
15 Jan 2024
Thanks Carolyn, yes, I love blue too. It will go nicely with my navy outfits. Love Chris
360611Love the new bag. I am sure the family holiday was great fun and rejuvenated you. Mum being 90 is a great achievement but so sad too
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by pennifold
15 Jan 2024
Hi Caroline, thanks, yes the break was great. I'm so glad that we got to have a great Christmas with Mum and the family, she doesn't remember it by the way!!!! Looking forward to giving her my little heart lap quilt for her 90th. Love Chris
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