I recently joined in the Aussie Winter Mug Rug Swap which I found on instagram. It’s been ages since I participated in a swap but I was ready to stretch some creative muscle and work within someone else’s preferred style. It always makes you look at your project and your stash in a different… Read More
I’ve noticed lately that there has been an explosion in the number of craft swaps hosted by bloggers, particularly on instagram. I’ve hosted The Sweet Pouch Swap several times now over the past couple of years and have built up some experience about what works well and what doesn’t. If you are considering hosting a… Read More
Woohoo! Round 4 is happening and with a twist – a Christmas theme! The Sweet Pouch Swap is an event hosted by yours truly and involves stitching up a gorgeous zipper pouch (or similar), including some delicious treats, and posting it off to your assigned partner. Simple and sweet. THE DETAILS – Please read through… Read More
I haven’t participated in any swaps since the last round of the Sweet Pouch Swap, so when I saw the Strawberry Swap pop up on instagram I signed up straight away – what a fun theme! My parcel of goodies has arrived to it’s surprise destination – Michelle in Queensland – so I can share… Read More
I signed up for the Strawberry Swap via Instagram a couple of weeks ago and intended to make a mug rug for my partner. But, as it happens sometimes, my first attempt was a big fat fail! Not a terrible, horrible, must rip and throw away fail, but not good enough to send to my… Read More
There is quite a few great things happening at the moment so I thought I’d share some of my favourites with you in case you’d like to get involved too! First up is a swap – which I know lots of you will be keen on – hosted by Jenny from Mend & Make New.… Read More
Another successful round is over and I’m excited to share a small selection of some of the awesome gifts the participants made! For Alyce of Blossom Heart Quilts made by Jenny (ig: @jennyrach). Beautiful blocks and such stunning colours! Made by Patti from Retired To Quilt for Janine (ig @janithom). Love the… Read More
I’ve had such an exciting mail week – both my Sweet Pouch Swap and Secret Valentine’s Exchange gifts arrived! I’m feeling very lucky, so without further ado, check out what my very generous partners sent to me: In the information I gave Lynda, I told her that I loved the Cloud 9 fabric range, Koi.… Read More
It’s Valentine’s Day today – hurrah if you are into it, but personally I always remember my awkward teenage self who never received anything for V Day while girls around me at school were showered with flowers and cards. It can be a wonderful day, but man – it can be a terribly lonely one… Read More
Round 3 of the Sweet Pouch Swap has come and gone, but don’t worry, if you missed it, it will be back later in the year for Round 4! I always release details in my newsletter first so if you are keen to get the announcement straight into your inbox, make sure you subscribe! My… Read More