Here are some of my own favourite pictures from 2018...it's hard to believe we are at the end of another year again...……….
…………..we had a lovely christmas and i hope you enjoyed yours too...…….
………..my christmas quilt was used all the time and i'm so glad i made it even though it's only used at this time of year...……..
………..and i do plan to write up the pattern for this (and lots of other makes of mine) this coming year......
……...i added some shop bought roses to the bucket of holly and ivy…..they lasted all week....
…………...my granddaughter wrapped molly up in the christmas quilt...she loved it....
…………..my elder daughter and her husband hosted christmas day for us all......below is a peek at her pretty dining table...……..
………..later in the day when dusk was falling...……...and betsy and molly having their own special dogs' christmas dinners in the kitchen.....
………..we had a family buffet at our house on boxing day.....this is the trifle i made just like the ones i made in the 80's :)……..a trip down memory lane as i haven't made one for a long time.....
………..the tiny cross stitched dala horse i showed you last time was made into this cute little pincushion using sweet fabrics from the guestroom collection for moda……..
……….and i have now begun three new quilts for the new year....this is the beginning of one of them ………...time to tidy up the house and get back to normal again now...……..
………...thank you for dropping by to my little blog space dear readers and for the kind comments you leave...….wishing you all a very Happy New Year and a wonderful time in 2019...….i hope you enjoy your crafty times and find plenty of creative inspiration...…………...back soon xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Such a beautiful post, Helen! All the best for 2019!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely read as usually.
ReplyDeleteEverything is so pretty.
I can't believe where the year has gone.
Happy New Year to you and your family.
Beautiful Helen ... I think your daughter has definitely inherited her mother's creative genes! :)
ReplyDeleteI look forward to seeing your new quilts grow!!
I made a trifle for boxing day too, I also haven't made one in years but this time mine was completely vegan and even so I say so myself it was good. :)
Wishing you my friend and your lovely family a very happy and healthy 2019!
V x
Trifle was always the most special dessert during the Christmases of my childhood.
ReplyDeleteLovely post , I love home made trifles simply the best.
ReplyDeletelovely Christmas cross stitch and quilt.
Every thing looks so pretty.
Truly hard to believe another year has come and gone. You are always so productive, making such pretty and cozy things. Wishing you and yours much peace, joy and love in the new year.
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ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful post to celebrate Christmas with the end of one year and the beginning of a new one. Inspiration abounds with the Christmas quilt, cross stitched pincushion, and your new star quilt. I am excited to start new projects and my hope is to finish many of the WIPs I have hidden away.
Thank you for sharing, and I am looking forward to seeing the many new projects you have up your sleeve this year.
Mickie, Indiana USA
Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteYou celebrated Christmas in such a lovely way, with family and lots of pretty things around you. Thank you for sharing your makes with us - I find them very inspiring. I'm impressed that you are beginning 3 new quilts all at once! Wishing you and yours a most Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteDear Helen, thank you so much for sharing your beautiful life with your devoted readers. I consider you a real true friend even though we've never met. I showed Dayle your daughter's lovely table and we agreed that she inherited your fabulous style. I look forward to another year of seeing your inspiring handcrafts.
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((hugs)), Teresa :-)
Beautiful photos. That pincushion is so sweet! I like the colors and the little x stitches along the side. Your place offers some of what is good and lovely and pure---healthy for our minds to dwell on. Thanks! Happy New Year. Alexine in Maryland
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Helen! when you see your photos in a mosaic you have such a definite style which is so easy on the eye. Looking forward to more projects. Jo xx
ReplyDeleteWanted to let you know that I am new to your IG and blog but really appreciate your well designed and thoughtfully composed photos featuring your lovely work. I look forward to watching your 2019 feeds. Thank you for sharing and Happy New Year from Texas!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful post Helen! Love all your beautiful makes in 2018 and I'm looking forward to seeing what you make in 2019!! Wishing you and your family a very Happy New Year!! Hugs Christine xxx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful memories of your Christmas 2018 dear Helen. It is hard to believe we are about to start another new year of making.
ReplyDeleteHow cute little Molly looks wrapped in a cosy quilt!
Wishing you and your family all good things in 2019,
Susan x
Lovely to see all your makes and memories, dear Helen. Wishing you a very happy 2019.
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Happy New Year to you too! I'm excited to see what 2019 brings! Loved your pictures from previous posts.... I'm so in love with the little red and white "trees"... and love the quilt draped over the white picket fence. Who doesn't like a white picket fence to hang things on? I definitely want one! And the little cross stitched horse is just precious. Your daughter set up a beautiful Christmas table.. she surely does take after her mom... and your trifle looks delicious. I don't know how they are made or what's in them, but it looks beautiful! Your new project looks like fun too! Have a wonderful weekend! Marilyn
ReplyDeleteHappy new year ,Helen ,with many creative and bright days! Tina
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful collage! Your pictures are always so pretty -- it looks like you had a wonderful holiday. Happy New Year Helen -- I can't wait to see what you have in store for us!
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