Thursday 5 March 2020

Back To Crafting

My goodness how time has flown by this past week.  The bright sky and a glimpse of the sun has made me a little giddy, so we have been venturing out a little whilst we can.  It has been so nice to feel a little breeze against your face instead of a gale force wind.  The ground I must admit is still sodden and in places like a lake so not easy to get about, but what a difference to breathe in fresh air.  It is a real joy to return to the cosy cottage and sit in front of a blazing stove reading and finally getting a few craft projects done.  It has been awhile but I have my craft mojo back.

I have been working on a small needle felting project which will become the main feature within a tweed bag.  It was quite the job working the wool in readiness but a wonderful feeling once it was done.


I used a metal pastry cutter for the outline of the heart, it was a real confidence booster enabling me to enjoy the process rather than worry about the shape.


What fun slowly building up the layers until finally it as sturdy enough to be attached to some black felt.



All ready to become part of a Harris Tweed bag.  What a story the bag will have, certainly made with love but also made with the wool from the sheep I see daily.

A wooden clock is all ready to have the clock movements added.  Painted and then decoupaged with some beautiful paper that the photo does not really do justice.


The sewing machine is back out of hibernation and trousers have been altered, they have been on the list for quite some time.  A tablecloth has been cut in half to make two cloths and a table runner has also been made and crossed off the never ending list.


Finally, I have made some little pouches for the grand children to pop some little eggs in for Easter.


Each with a little message using stamps.  It was fun sorting through my collection of ribbons to match to the chosen fabrics.




Now back to this list...

It is Communion weekend so there is lots of social gatherings planned as well as additional Church services.  It is a weekend that I cherish in so many ways not just spiritually, as everyone comes together.  There is an informal fellowship, testimony and singing with a meal after the service Friday evening.  Saturday a soup and sandwich lunch is served after the service.  I am once again making quiche for the Friday event and the broth for Saturday.  I must check the store cupboard to see what I have available for some cakes/biscuits for the tin as it is always nice to welcome neighbours back to our home.  I will be around to visit and catch up with you all soon.

See you soon.

37 comments:

  1. All crafting here has been put on one side as we have a viewing tomorrow. I have been turning myself inside out trying to hide a couple of damp areas (we have thick stone walls with a rubble centre and after 6 mths of relentless rain it has seeped in . . .)

    It's lovely to see what you have been working on. I want to get back to my x-stitch and my quilt(s) . . .

    Enjoy your Communion weekend.

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  2. LOVE it all! You know I'm a felter...so many creative ways to work with wool! Love your little bags too! We've had rather mild weather thus far in March, however today we are expecting some rain/sleet/snow...but, Spring is almost here!

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  3. You make such beautiful things, I love the simplicity of them, they're charming.

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  4. I'm not doing much crafting at the moment but it's amazing when the mojo returns just what you can get done. All lovely but how special that felted heart is being made from wool from the sheep you know.

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  5. So glad to read that your crafting mojo has returned, and my, what a lot you've accomplished already. The chocolate egg bags for your grandchildren are so cute and inspire me to think of something for my own. Your Harris Tweed bag will be truly local with the wool from the sheep just outside your door.
    Enjoy your Communion weekend. It sounds like a lovely time of fellowship.

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  6. Wonderful to have both sun and mojo back. Somehow I think of them being strongly linked. Sweet bags for the grandchildren for Easter eggs.

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  7. Gosh.You have been busy with super results.

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  8. It was such a joy to see your post this morning Lorraine and realize that you're back to crafting again. Such wonderful projects too. I think that heart is stunning and will mean so much as it's made with sheeps wool that you see daily. The little bags are wonderful too. Your grandchildren have so many beautiful things that you have made them and that will give them so many memories in years to come. I still have a little purse that my Grandmother made me around 55 years ago!
    Your communion weekend sounds just lovely. It's strange to think that it's almost Easter again! Wishing you and Gerard a lovely day my dear friend. Dennis and I are still keeping you both in our prayers daily.
    Blessings,
    Betsy

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  9. Always lovely crafts !!! And talent ;)
    Have a cozy evening !
    Hug
    Anna
    ps made a tuto for my bag :)

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  10. How satisfying to be able to use wool from local fleeces. I hope you can share sometime more about where you get your supply. The process of getting your neighbour's wool ready for home use must be interesting. Your family will love your Easter gifts.

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  11. A change in the weather, does feel so good!!!! Here we have bright sun, and warmer temps, and the snow is going, going, going. -smile-

    And lovely that you are crafting! That makes you feel happy toooo.

    Gentle hugs...

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  12. busy but very productive. Oh how I wish I was a sewer, & had the patience for it. Maybe a tidy little place for me to set up my machine and not have to move it around would be the trick. Loved viewing your creative endeavors, the little Easter bags are darling. And yes, isn't it nice to go outside and feel a gentle breeze and the warm sunshine. Simple joys...

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  13. Your woolen heart is beautiful. I have never tried needle felting, but your bag is gong to look lovely. Look forward to seeing is finished :-)

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  14. I loved seeing your wool carders in the lead photo.. I thought perhaps you'd be spinning some yarn. But felting a heart is fun, too! What sweet and thoughtful treat bags you're making for the grandkids. Will you mail them or are you planning to see some of them? ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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  15. I love the wool heart; against the black felt it looks lovely. The treat bags for the little ones is such a good idea and I'm sure they'll treasure them.
    Good to hear your weather is beginning to soften.

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  16. Your wool heart is so effective especially on the black felt. It's good to see you busy making again, hopefully we'll be in the warm weather soon too.

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  17. You certainly keep yourself busy ! I am very bad in all this, even sewing a button is a terrible work ! But I love to write, that's my hobby, as long as one has something nice to do it's OK, I pity the people who hang around and complain about everything !

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  18. you have been busy! I love the wool heart and wouldn't have thought of doing it that way, so clever are you. Have fun with your fellowship gathering.

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  19. All your craft work is lovely, I like the little pouches for Easter eggs, such pretty Spring time colours:)

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  20. Felting seems like a lovely craft and I have seen creations on another blogger's post. That said, you heart looks great and it will be wonderful to see the completed project, Lorraine. I understand about losing your "mojo" and am sure that happens to many of us no matter where our interests may lie. It's great that you were able to get out and about with the improving weather and that you will see neighbors and friends this week.

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  21. What lovely little Easter gifts, it is so nice to see you having time to get some crafting done. I have never tried needle felting before but other people's creations always look wonderful. Have a good week. x

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  22. Some beautiful makes there. I'm in between projects at the moment but hoping to find some inspiration soon. X

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  23. Lovely makes and plans for the weekend! I have never tried to felt anything, but I have carded wool and used a spinning wheel a little bit...and someday I would like to try felting, too :-) Thanks for posting, Lorraine! xx

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  25. Beautiful crafts. Looking forward to see your finished projects. The little pouches for Easter eggs are cute.

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  26. I've been a bit giddy with the blue skies myself! Lovely crafting as ever. Jo xx

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  27. Wow, you have made so many pretty projects. We are dealing with cold weather with strong winds today, so although the sun is shining, I don't want to venture out. Tomorrow is supposed to be sunny and warm. I am so looking forward to it.

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  28. Everything looks fabulous! You have been busy.

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  29. Beautiful makes! I with you on the weather situation - now that the snow is melting everything is soggy, muddy and generally brown. I can't wait until Spring!

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  30. What wonderful crafting you got finished this past little while.

    We had spring for a few days, but it looks like winter is coming once again.

    God bless.

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  31. I used to use small cookie cutters to help with needle felting, it made it so much easier for me. That is a skill I would like to build in the future when I get some time. Glad you have been out in the fresh air, hope you are feeling well.

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  32. How sweet are your little Easter bags! Gatherings and fellowship at church is always a wonderful time! It sounds like you will be having a wonderful feast there! You are keeping your hands so busy making such lovely things!

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  33. I did enjoy your post.
    Lovely to see all your crafting.
    I do like the chocolate egg bags for your grandchildren.
    I hope you enjoyed your Communion weekend.

    All the best Jan

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  34. A lovely blog post, its so lovely to hear about your life and see your makes, the grandchildren will love those little bags, especially with a little choc egg.

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  35. It's been a while since you posted - hope that you, your husband and family are all well.

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