People often ask me “where do you get your ideas from?” It’s not always an easy question to answer. Often, a new bit of fabric sparks an idea. Or, I end up making something because there’s a technique I want … Continue reading
Well, there’s not been exactly nothing doing, but I have not been very active with making since my last post. Brian the dachshund has been with me most days and has kept me reasonably busy: I have been walking and … Continue reading
I have a bit of a creative problem. It goes like this…. I love making mini mogs, and people seem to like buying them, but I don’t want to be a one-trick pony. I have been trying to design something new recently. … Continue reading
I am by nature a bit of a loner. But sometimes it’s difficult to go it alone. Sometimes, when the doubts set in, and the inspiration dries up, and there are more questions than answers, having people to bounce things … Continue reading
What is the opposite of a domestic goddess? A slattern? A slob? I don’t think I fit into either camp. I don’t actually like housework, but see it as a necessary evil. My natural instinct is to put it off … Continue reading
What seems like forever ago, I sent off for one of these little trimmings packs from Australian fabric designers Umbrella Prints. I am no stranger to the vagaries of the postal service. Sending off overseas orders always involves a good deal … Continue reading