Author Archives: Jacinta

Check Out This Giveaway

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Jacinta

Not on my blog, but I thought it would be worth sharing here.  Cute fabric and book. Check out the link: http://theplaidscottie.blogspot.com/2011/03/wewantfun-blogiversary-giveaway.html?showComment=1299194212387#c6621802672205389806

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Not Just A Square

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Jacinta

A lovely friend is due to have a baby soon.  I was meant to attend her blessingway this weekend past, but had over committed myself and couldn’t get there.  It was the same day as Tenneille’s birthday and being the … Continue reading →

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A Felt Farm

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Jacinta

While buying gifts for Tenneille for her birthday last week, I came across this gorgeous book, A Felt Farm by Rotraud Reinhard. I picked it up, flicked through a couple of pages and announced it was mine!  I figured it … Continue reading →

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Piece of Resistance

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Jacinta

Well that’s how I like to think of what I created for Tenneille for her birthday.  I made her a gorgeous smocked nightie.  I figured it was worthy of it’s own post.  I spent hours making it.  It’s the kind … Continue reading →

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Five

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Jacinta

Tenneille turned 5 today, but not until she had a birthday cake sitting in front of her, us singing happy birthday and her blowing out candles.  Tenneille doesn’t believe you turn the next number (her words) until the above mentioned … Continue reading →

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This Moment

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Jacinta

An idea via Soulemama {this moment} – A Friday ritual.  A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. Feel free to leave … Continue reading →

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Toadstool Cushion Tutorial

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Jacinta

A free pattern, just for you lovelies.  I am more than happy for you to use this pattern at your discretion.  However, I would appreciate if you publish this pattern in any shape or form, please link back to here. … Continue reading →

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A Parasol, Dinosaurs and a Party

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Jacinta

The weather smiled upon Tenneille’s party yesterday and we were able to celebrate on the new deck.  I had been busy crafting the last couple of days in preparation.  I made mice for the party bags and toadstool cushions for … Continue reading →

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We Have A Deck!

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Jacinta

My very industrious other half has been busy the last couple of weekends getting our decking finished.  Thanks Greg!  We are very pleased with the end result.  We used spotted gum as the timber.  I can’t believe how much better … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Self-Saucing Pudding

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Jacinta

Renovating, parenting and just trying to get through the day calls for something pretty special once the kiddos are in bed.  That something special, chocolate self-saucing pudding.  I make it in the dish I bake it in to save on … Continue reading →

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