Monthly Archives: April 2011

Hot Cross Buns

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Jacinta

We spent the afternoon waiting for our hot cross buns to be ready.  I used a recipe my bread machine came with.  The buns always come up so soft and yummy and have a spice glaze.  While waiting for the … Continue reading →

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We’re Back!

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Jacinta

We have just returned from a few days away camping with friends.  We went to Warburton, which isn’t too far from home, so that in itself made it worthwhile.  We camped in tents at the caravan park, right along side … Continue reading →

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Check out this giveaway

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Jacinta

I love spreading the word on great giveaways.  Check out this giveaway from PS I Quilt.  It is for a fat quarter bundle of Modern Workshop by Leisl Gibson.  It’s open till Friday. (Permission was granted from Rachel at PS … Continue reading →

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Rub A Tub Tub

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Jacinta

I got home late the other night and of course still had to prepare dinner.  Jairah was needing me and I needed my hands free to get dinner on the stove.  I figured our water loving boy would be very … Continue reading →

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This Moment

Posted on April 8, 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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Meet My First Steiner/Waldorf Doll

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Jacinta

I have finally finished my first Steiner/Waldorf doll.  I recently participated in a doll making course which ran for 6 weeks.  Of course, I didn’t get to finish it before the class ended as I missed one of the classes … Continue reading →

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Yarn Along

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Jacinta

Joining in with Ginny at Small Things yarn along this week. I found this free pattern at Spotlight and thought it would be great for Scarlett for school.  Scarlett’s favourite colour at the moment is blue and I just love the … Continue reading →

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Nippers Championship 2011

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Jacinta

Sounds rather fancy doesn’t it!  The championship was held this weekend past and was the last Nippers meet for the season.  It was a cold, blustery day.  Scarlett was none too impressed about having to go.  Of course once she … Continue reading →

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A Quilt For My Girl

Posted on April 2, 2011 by Jacinta

I wanted to make something very special for Scarlett for her 8th birthday.  I ordered fabric and a pattern back in January so I would give myself enough time to make her a birthday quilt (Tenneille is still waiting for … Continue reading →

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This Moment

Posted on April 1, 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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