23.5.11

daisy chain


Did you have a good weekend? It's been quite cold and windy here recently and after being seduced by April's sunshine and warmth, the jumpers have made an appearance once more.

I've got a few little domestic sewing projects on the go at the moment for there are changes afoot in the h&r household and perhaps some news to come in the next few weeks or so. There are so many things I want to achieve and sadly so little time, Half Term is next week and they've only just gone back!

For the things I have in mind I'm determined to use what is already in the stash, which is why I finally cut into this one. Bennison's 'daisy chain'. Finding this was a major coup, it retails for an outrageous amount but the price I paid for my two small panels made me skip and dance all the way home as I'm sure you can well imagine.


In a way, it's probably just as well they are smaller pieces, I think that ensured I didn't hoard for forever and a day. So guess what, I've been making cushions again! I used my unbleached antique linen sheet for the back. This is serving me very well indeed as I bought it for next to nothing and am getting a whole lot of mileage for my money. Hmm, very satisfying all round.

Enjoy the week!

10 comments:

  1. greenrabbitdesigns23/05/2011, 02:47

    Oh yes Kate, I know that skippy dance well, when you find a little bargain. :)
    Gorgeous cushions, I love the beautiful lilac colour!
    Vivienne x

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  2. Tracy23/05/2011, 03:01

    Your cushions suit your chair beautifully. I am so glad they are making you happy.

    I hope I am right in thinking you sound pleased about the changes coming to your life. Best wishes, whatever they may be. T x

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  3. Jill23/05/2011, 03:42

    Such pretty colours, very feminine. Know that little skippy thrill!

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  4. French Knots23/05/2011, 05:04

    A beautiful bargain is always a thrill!
    Let's hope some warm dry weather arrives for half term, it's so cold today I wnat to put the heating back on.

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  5. Diane23/05/2011, 06:33

    That fabric is lovely xxx

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  6. KJ@letsgoflyakite23/05/2011, 16:51

    Thanks for cutting into your stash and giving us a peek! I love these and they must look wonderful next to your tweed pillows (a post I can't get out of my mind!).

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  7. Naturally Carol24/05/2011, 05:55

    Very beautiful..they complement that lovely chair very well!

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  8. Lola Nova24/05/2011, 10:08

    Such beautiful cushions!
    I am on the edge of my seat wondering what is in store for you!

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  9. Pomona26/05/2011, 01:16

    Congratulations - you have won my giveaway! Perhaps you could let me know your address so that I can post it to you.

    Pomona x

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  10. barbara29/05/2011, 02:26

    Oh, I quite understand about the Bennison fabrics, priced beyond mere mortals but oh so beautiful ... Once (some years ago) I sent away for samples (I think I had to pay 5 pounds) but it was worth it just to possess some precious (small) pieces of this fabric!

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There's nothing like a comment to stop me feeling like I'm talking to myself. If you leave one here I'll pop one back here too, so don't forget to come back and continue the conversation ..

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