I did get my March RSC red block made -
And made a few more blocks for my Leader-ender project (Bonnie Hunter challenge) -
I tried to do some preparation for our upcoming Scrub Stitching retreat in Australia. I used this wee bundle as a starting point for going through my stash and cutting strips.
Last year at Scrub Stitching I was entranced by the Luna Lapins that Christine and Sharmayne had made and I decided I NEEDED to make one too.....
Of course I had a year to prepare and it all got left to the last minute.
McGeorgeous helped me with the stuffing-
I fell in love with the pelletised pure wool stuffing I bought at show last year -
In the meantime there has been a school triathalon-
There have been kids to play - 
The MOML and I spent Easter away. We drove south to Whakatane (and Opotiki) to help celebrate my Uncle's 80th birthday. It was great to catch up with family again; I have so many cousins and it's always fun to see who comes out of the woodwork!
We took the scenic route.
Cambridge -
Lake Rotoiti-
We drove home in pouring rain but thankfully the MOML (and uncle-advisors) had done an excellent job of waterproofing and there was not a drop of water on anything!
And this morning I am at the airport, waiting for my flight to Australia and Scrub Stitching!!!
(None of my photos showed up when I previewed this post so I hope they show for you!)
I'll catch up soon!
Happy Stitches,
Raewyn
None of the photos show up here. Have a wonderful time at Scrub Stitching/
ReplyDeleteNow that I said none of the photos shpwed up, they have ALL showed up. Weird.
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ReplyDeleteHappy flight. See you in a couple of days
ReplyDeleteHappy flight. See you in a couple of days
ReplyDeleteSafe travels Raewyn. I love the little stream the kids have to play in. I want one of those.
ReplyDeleteLovely to read of your family time and yes, bitter sweet times sorting out Mums stuff. Treasure the memories. Have fun at Scrub Stitchin'. Looking forward to seeing photos of this years Tiki-tour and reading all about the antics at Baradine. 7 weeks until my own journey begins....
ReplyDeleteGreat red blocks and I’m sure when you join all colours will be a nice quilt.
ReplyDeleteAt least Luna will have Mr MacGorgeous to keep her company.
Nice photos of the kids who are growing up so fast.
Oops that was me M.
ReplyDeleteSafe travels and have the best time travelling with Sue to Baradine.
Congrats on the new granddaughter. Your red blocks are a beautiful addition to the collection. What fun to travel and be with family -- so blessed!
ReplyDeleteI had to reload the page as only some pictures showed up at first but got them all in the end. Love the one of playing in the river. Happy travels. xx
ReplyDeleteLovely post Raewyn, great to have a trip out to the stream with the grandies, nice blocks. Wonderful cooperation with the family sorting your Mums things!
ReplyDeleteOh my so much fun. I do love your quilting, but it warms my old heart to see all the joy and love in your family photos. Happy 80th to your uncle. I'm glad you were able to make the trip to join in the celebration. Very special.
ReplyDeleteThe photos showed. Have fun at your retreat. Love the color of the month squares.
ReplyDeleteWow! Have a blast in Oz and hope you get lots of stitching done, though if you’re like me, you always overestimate how much you can accomplish. I like the scenery photos, and action ones of the grands, making happy memories with their grandparents.
ReplyDeletehow many children do you have and how many grandchildren - it seems like you are always having another grandchild you are so lucky I only have 2 and never see them (in their 20's) your mum's family must have been large too and so nice to have so many chip in and pick up things and help. Have fun on your trip.
ReplyDeletespecial times with the kids.....they are all growing so fast..........
ReplyDeletelovely time with family and will be good to have your Mum's stuff sorted out.......no one likes to do that job.........
The blocks lok great and I am sure you will get Luna done before SS27 - please ensure she gets knickers also.......
See you really soon........bring on Scrub Stitchin 2026......
Photos showed when clicked on. Enjoy your trip. Hope the farm hasn't had too much wind and water.
ReplyDeleteGood to be able to catch up with family and good that you have a group to sort out your Mum's stuff...never an easy job.
ReplyDeleteI know you have landed safely - have fun - shame about Miss Lupin
It has been good to catch up with your projects and to see what the grandies are up to.
ReplyDeleteI hope you have had a wonderful time at Scrub Stitching!
Great looking blocks--both styles!
ReplyDeleteMcGeorgeous curled up in the opening of the stuffing bag cracked me up.
Good times with family--good that others pitched in to help clean out your Mum's stuff. Having had to empty out both my in-laws' and my parents' home over the past several years, I know it seems like things are coming out of the walls in a never ending stream.
Amazing that your truckload got home dry!
I hope you had an incredible time at Scrub Stitchin'!
You did have a busy time in the lead up to Scrub Stitchin’. Always nice to catch up with family. It is hard sorting our Mums’ stuff, but it sounds like you had a good system going and did well to get things home dry.
ReplyDeleteWonderful family photos and I love your quilt block.
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