I haven't even had time to properly peruse it yet, but I am excited because if I can make things like the rest of you are making - this has to be a good thing. No more jealousy. Time to join in.
The postman also brought my name tag for the FQ Retreat. It was made by Carol, who I look forward to meeting at the Retreat. She was thrown in the deep end for this swap I think, as it was her very first one. Therefore it amazes me how well she has done. Because I got not one, but two wonderful name tags. One on a lanyard and one with a pin - so I can choose which to use according to what I am wearing, etc.
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Not only did she send me two name tags but Carol included these lovely place mats too. I feel like I have been totally spoiled. Thank you, Carol!
Meanwhile, I have no sewing to brag about. I have done a little on my Stitch Tease block but I am not allowed to show that here as it is all top secret until next year when each person in the bee receives their pieced quilt top. All very hush hush and exciting beyond words.
I am down to one sick child at home. One sick car still at the garage. But it is a long weekend, and I am taking Emily to London tomorrow. That will break the monotony!
Susan
I haven't. As in I haven't got the book yet.
ReplyDeleteBUT it's on it's way. Along with THREE others. Yes I may have got a bit carried away hehehe...
Bet they'll arrive after I've left knowing our mail though. That will highly annoy me!
I haven't got the book or pics of makes from it on my blog ....yet! Succumbed yesterday!
ReplyDeleteNow I know what to look out for when I want to find you at FQ! You got loads!
Have fun in London - what are you two up to - not more Sylvanians???
I'm not going to give in to the Zakka Style goodness. I have too many other things I need to finish and start. I will watch with delight as you work your way through the book.
ReplyDeleteI wonder what you'll make first? Looking forward to seeing your 'take' on each project! Have fun in the 'big smoke'!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the placemats and cute tags!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see your Zakka makes :)
You have been spoiled. Awesome.
ReplyDeleteI love those tags! The trouble is, I'm now feeling guilty / silly for not signing up to the name tag swap. I will be the only one there without a handmade nametag. Oh well, I am so very busy at the moment I think I will be forgiven.
ReplyDeleteAnd the zakka thing is weighing on my mind too. In all honesty I can't possibly start any projects at the moment, but if only my brain could catch upwith reality!!
I will have to live vicariously through your projects! Looking forward to meeting you at the retreat! x
what great name tags, and you get to have one for each day. Enjoy London tomrrow. Hope you got all your cleaning done too :-)
ReplyDeleteI have been so tempted by that book too! cute name tags and placemats. Glad one child is feeling better and enjoy London! x
ReplyDeleteI couldn't help myself buying it either! It was in my amazon shopping cart for weeks and then all these pretties started popping up on Flickr.
ReplyDeleteYour name tags are fab! Have a great weekend :)
I was put off from buying it because of how long Amazon said it would take to get the book. Then I noticed The Book Depositary were shipping straight off and much cheaper so I succumbed. Book has been despatched and I'm eager for it to arrive!
ReplyDeleteHi Susan. I recently bought the book too, but haven't done anything yet. Where abouts are you in Canada. I'm in Kamloops, B.C.
ReplyDeleteBwahahahaha, Zakka rules! Fun parcel too
ReplyDeleteYes,we are the only two people not to have made any Zakka makes but that will all change. First I have to find some linen!
ReplyDeleteYou were totally spoiled! I have the zakka book but have been avoiding the projects, not likely to hold out much longer myself.
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the club Susan... It's addictive but as the projects are small they don't take long to make.
ReplyDeleteHappy mail day!
ReplyDeleteI'm trying to resist but you lot don't make it easy! Hope sickie no.2 bounces back soon! Have fun in the big smoke! Jxo
ReplyDeletelooking forward to your zakka posts ...
ReplyDeleteLove the placemats! You will really enjoy the Zakka book.
ReplyDeleteI'm not joining in with Zakka, although I will probably buy the book. I don't want another Farmers wife!
ReplyDeleteLovely name tags, and so many goodies.
I too got the Zakka book in my hot little hands a few days ago. Doubt I will join the SAL and make everything, but there are some things I will make...the only trouble is everywhere seems to be sold out of Robert Kaufman Essex linen in natural. Please let us know if you find a source?
ReplyDeleteI haven't got the book either - I'll just admire what everyone else is making! Have a good time in London x
ReplyDeleteI didnt even know about this book ( I was obviously living in ignorant bliss )but now that I do I may just have to get my hands on a copy.
ReplyDeleteLOVE your retreat goodies. And aren't you spoiled with place mats too!
Two tags AND pips placemats?? SCORE! lol
ReplyDeleteI know you are busy but I am in desperate need of some honest conversation!!!
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