My quilting thoughts and inspirations sprinkled with a glimpse of life down on the farm

Monday, December 23, 2013

Merry Christmas!!

I'm just grabbing a few quiet moments to send out a Christmas post.......
The tree is up and decorated, and all the shoppings been done (don't ask me about the supermarket this morning!), there are still a few gifts to wrap but right now I'm feeling a little bit relaxed and looking forward to a few nice days of family and festivity.

I'm not the only one feeling relaxed - the dog has found a cool spot to sleep....
...and Nigel has found a breeze to cool off with.

Mum is on her way up for a visit, and I know she wont be on a computer before Christmas, so I can safely show you what I made for her. You may (or may not!) remember I made her a block roll for her birthday. Well, I've made her another one. This one is a lot wider, for bigger blocks, and I experimented with including a bit of fancy work on it.
I was inspired by Michelle's fabulous stitchery pattern and had fun with a little quilting too.

My Secret Swap partner from the Chookyblue SSCS gave me instructions to open one gift on the 18th...how could I not?!...and aren't I spoilt?... isn't the table topper gorgeous!
So purely Christmassy - I love it, Thank You again, whoever You are!!!

 On that very happy note, I will finish!
I wish you and your loved ones all the very best for a very Merry Christmas. I hope you all keep safe and well and I look forward to seeing you all again soon.
Happy Days,
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23 comments:

  1. AnonymousDecember 23, 2013 at 9:12 PM

    your mum will love her new block roll Raewyn and love the table topper,merry xmas to you and your family.xx

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  2. Helen McNaught @ AuntyHennysDecember 23, 2013 at 9:26 PM

    Lovely pressie for your Mum ! we are trying to keep cool over here too!

    Have a very happy Christmas,

    Cheers!
    Helen

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  3. Chookyblue......December 23, 2013 at 10:23 PM

    Merry Christmas..............

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  4. SusanDecember 23, 2013 at 10:37 PM

    Love the block keeper for your Mum, lovely embroidery. Wishing you a happy Christmas time too.

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  5. LindaDecember 24, 2013 at 12:20 AM

    What a gorgeous block roll. love it! Merry Christmas!

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  6. JoAnneDecember 24, 2013 at 12:58 AM

    The block roll is really beautiful! I think your mom will treasure it. Merry Christmas!!

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  7. BrigitteDecember 24, 2013 at 1:22 AM

    Oh my, gorgeous stitching and quilting.
    Merry Christmas to you and your family.

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  8. Karens Quilts, Crows and CardinalsDecember 24, 2013 at 2:40 AM

    Absolutely beautiful Raewyn! Your Mum will love it! Your stitching is so pretty - i especially love your little birdie. Merry Christmas!

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  9. Janet O.December 24, 2013 at 4:26 AM

    How nice that you (and many of your household) are able to relax this last but before Christmas.
    I must confess that I had never heard of a block roll until your blog. Very clever idea--and this is a lovely one!
    Have a happy Christmas time, Raewyn!

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  10. MariaDecember 24, 2013 at 4:35 AM

    Lovely post Raewyn..
    Have a happy Christmas..

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  11. LeanneDecember 24, 2013 at 5:36 AM

    aww your block roll for your mum is lovely. Wishing you a wonderful time with your family. Love Leanne

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  12. SheilaDecember 24, 2013 at 5:45 AM

    Beautiful block roll Raewyn , your mom will be so pleased ! What a pretty Christmas table topper from your swap partner , lucky you. Merry Christmas to you and your family .hugs Sheila

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  13. straythreadsDecember 24, 2013 at 6:22 AM

    lovely post! your stitching is beautiful
    Merry Chrsitmas
    Ann

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  14. sigisartDecember 24, 2013 at 8:25 AM

    Dear Raewyn,
    I wish you and your family a wonderful Chtistmas Day and some stars glowing only for you and your wishes and dreams.
    Just the best for the New Year 2014.
    Many hugs
    sigisart

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  15. JulieDecember 24, 2013 at 10:00 AM

    Gorgeous contented animals there Raewyn :-) Your block roll for your Mum is just beautiful - heres wishing you all a wonderful festive season. x0x

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  16. BarbaraDecember 24, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    I love your Mother's block holder Raewyn. What a wonderful gift. The combination of stitching and quilting is just great. Merry Christmas to you

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  17. Carrie P.December 24, 2013 at 12:09 PM

    Merry Christmas! and Happy New Year!

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  18. retdairyqueenDecember 24, 2013 at 12:13 PM

    Your Mum's block roll is just lovely Very special
    You did a great job of it
    Very nice SSCS gift there too

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  19. FionaDecember 24, 2013 at 12:25 PM

    Lovely gifts that you have made and received...
    Have a very Happy Christmas...
    Hugz

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  20. canuckquilterDecember 24, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    Merry Christmas!

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  21. margaretDecember 24, 2013 at 8:26 PM

    Have a lovely time so good that you have your Mum with you, I miss mine so much but life goes on. I am sure Mum will be delighted with the present, it looks beautiful and your table topper is very nice too

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  22. Michelle RidgwayDecember 25, 2013 at 1:03 AM

    Merry Christmas Raewyn... your little furry friends are so cute! I am honoured you stitched one of my little letters on your Mum's block roll...it looks great. Have a wonderful day my friend. Hugs xx

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  23. CharDecember 25, 2013 at 2:47 AM

    Merry Christmas to you and yours Raewyn! I hope it is wonderful! I hope to visit much more regularly in the new year!

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