Here we are again for another Sunday Sevens post – seven photos that make up part of your week but are not worthy of a dedicated blog post.
To join in, check out Nat’s post over at Threads and Bobbins where she tells you all about it.
1. Tess presiding, as I finish the second sleeve on my jumper – just the blocking to do now!
2. The ‘Cockatoo’ fabric and wallpaper arrived for The Boys’ bedroom redecoration.
This is the mood board – units from Ikea due to arrive this week then they’ll have proper storage at last!
Will it be enough to enable them to keep their bedroom tidy? I doubt it…..
3. I bought this sewing book for No.2 Son (the one who likes GBSB more than anything!).
We are going to adapt some of the more obviously girly patterns to make them suitable for a nine year old boy which made me think – why are all sewing books aimed at girls?
His first make was this Monster Plushy.
He needs supervision but does all the sewing himself.
Funnily enough, whilst he is VERY much a boy, he chose pink fabric from my stash for both projects.
I suppose he sees Hubby wearing pink so doesn’t consider it a girl’s choice and just likes it.
His second make was this pair of Kissing Doves which he wants to hang in his bedroom.
4. He also finished off his crochet Granny Square blanket this weekend.
He chose all the colours as he went and framed it with three rows of blue to finish.
Isn’t it great?
5. Tulips – my favourite Spring flower. These were £2-00 a bunch in Morrisons so I treated myself:)
6. First Primroses spotted in the field- beautiful.
7. Hubby cooking Sunday Lunch.
Is it just me, or does food always taste much nicer when somebody else has done the cooking?
Hope you had a great week – enjoy what’s left of the weekend!
March 8, 2015 at 3:16 pm
What a brilliant collection of photos! I’m in awe of how talented your son is! That blanket is amazing, and I just love the kissing birds. I completely agree, I think even a sandwich made by someone tastes much nicer than making it yourself 🙂
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March 8, 2015 at 4:23 pm
I know, he certainly takes after his mother in the crafty stakes – he loves making things! The roast was lush:)
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March 8, 2015 at 3:25 pm
Your son’s sewing is impressive, but then I saw he crocheted a blanket!!?! WOW he puts me to shame!! How old is he?! You must be very inspiring.
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March 8, 2015 at 4:27 pm
Ha ha, he’s only nine! He’s the only one out of six (three girls, three boys) who is interested in everything I do. He always wants me to teach him how to make it too. Of course, I encourage him every step of the way:)
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March 8, 2015 at 4:30 pm
Wow I didn’t know you have six!! Bless him 🙂
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March 8, 2015 at 4:33 pm
Yes, it’s the oldest who is expecting. She’s 27 and our baby is now 7. It’s lovely that I can pass on the skills to at least one of them:)
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March 8, 2015 at 3:36 pm
First: your son is amazing!! He did all that???? If I ever have a child I hope that he or she is like yours!
Second: What does your husband wearing over his shoulder?
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March 8, 2015 at 3:39 pm
“…. that he or she will be like…..” I think that this is the right tense… I have to take in my hands my English grammar books sooner or later…. there are some lacks to be filled….
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March 8, 2015 at 4:38 pm
I’ve spotted some more grammar mistakes….. forgive me today,my concentration is quite low….
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March 8, 2015 at 4:41 pm
Ha ha, I had to correct you on one – hope you don’t mind!
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March 8, 2015 at 4:46 pm
No I don’t mind at all. I’m worried because my mistakes are stupid…. for God’s sake, Tajana, the SIMPLE PAST TENSE!!!! It’s Sunday, my mind does not respond to my orders, tomorrow it will be better….
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March 8, 2015 at 4:52 pm
Don’t beat yourself up about it – your English is 100% better than my Italian!!!!
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March 8, 2015 at 4:54 pm
Thanks for your understanding 🙂 🙂 🙂
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March 8, 2015 at 5:07 pm
Just to say – I keep leaving comments on your posts but they don’t seem to be showing? Let me tell you now that I love the filet lace and book bag project:)
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March 8, 2015 at 5:14 pm
Thank you so much!!! In fact I saw only your likes but there were no notification for comments….. I think I made something by mistake…. remember that sometimes it had happended to me to delete some of your comments…. I must check the settings. Thank you for have told me that ❤ ❤ ❤
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March 8, 2015 at 5:22 pm
I have found your comments in the spam file and have rostored them!I do hope that from now on there’ll be non more problems.. 🙂
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March 8, 2015 at 4:31 pm
He loves copying Mummy and I’ve always got something on the go so he’s not lacking inspiration! Hubby has a pair of oven gloves over his shoulder. It’s always something – usually a tea towel:)
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March 8, 2015 at 4:37 pm
Creativity = life teacher! I mean that for real!!
I didn’t realize that that were oven gloves… I usually use pot holders so I was a bit disoriented… Did you sewed them?
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March 8, 2015 at 4:40 pm
No, they were a ridiculously cheap bargain I have to say! Grammar: Did you “sew” them:) !!
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March 8, 2015 at 4:43 pm
WOW ! Your son did such an awesome job on his blanket. I love to see young boys picking up such wonderful hobbies. The boys room will look wonderful when it is all finished. You are such a wonderful momma. 🙂 The tulips are beautiful. I splurged and got me a big pot of tulips around Valentines day. Right now I am enjoying some beautiful purple, pink and red primroses. I love the feel of their leaves. They remind me of African Violets. You will definately have to do a proper ta-dahhh post for your jumper. I can’t wait to see it. Your hubby definately treats you like a queen. It is wonderful having dinner made by someone you love. 🙂 Enjoy the rest of your weekend. Lots of love and hugs to you and your awesome family.
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March 8, 2015 at 4:49 pm
I know, crochet and sewing are traditionally thought of as girls’ pastimes, aren’t they? As soon as he started asking if I could teach him, I jumped at the chance to pass on the skills. Flowers make me smile – my husband always buys me a big bunch of lilies on pay day, but I couldn’t resist the tulips in the meantime. I will definitely do a proper post on the jumper – they’re such a labour of love, aren’t they? Thanks for your lovely comments, as always:)
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March 8, 2015 at 6:27 pm
You are more than welcome. I really enjoy reading your blog and enjoying your photos.
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March 8, 2015 at 5:21 pm
Food tastes nicer when someone else does the washing up!
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March 8, 2015 at 5:23 pm
So true! Although in our house the chef never does the washing up:)
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March 8, 2015 at 6:53 pm
I love that crochet – good lad. I think the gendering of the sewing book female is the same as gendering books on science male – lack of thought from publishers. Drives me nuts. It’s like the new range of girly lego. WTF – girls like lego, they don’t need Lego Friends – argh.
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March 8, 2015 at 7:06 pm
Hmm, maybe there is a niche emerging for a sewing/crochet book for boys??
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March 8, 2015 at 8:55 pm
I think you’re the very person to write such a book!
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March 8, 2015 at 7:00 pm
I just want to give you a great big hug and a high five for allowing and encouraging your sons creativity! That is so wonderful to see. Maybe a collection of his work and choices could form the basis for a book of handcrafts for boys 🙂 Love this little peek into your life, thank you!
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March 8, 2015 at 7:09 pm
Was just thinking that there’s definitely space for a ‘Crafting For Boys’ type book in the marketplace! Thanks for the positive comments – you’d be surprised how many people still think it’s odd to allow a little boy to indulge in ‘female’ pursuits:)
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March 8, 2015 at 7:25 pm
That’s the issue really – I’m not surprised! I was a teacher for thirty years in an alternative education system that had boys and girls doing all creative and practical activities together. They all did woodwork, gardening, handwork and cooking. They mostly all graduate with a practical bent and a ‘can-do’ inclusive attitude. Creativity and practicality is lacking in the modern education system – and world at large – and that is why I am so very happy to see your nurturing of your boy’s creativity – and his wonderful work! 🙂
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March 8, 2015 at 7:32 pm
Our school also taught both sexes all disciplines, but I have to say, although I was just as good at metalwork and woodwork, the traditionally feminine crafts are the ones I continued with. The thing is, I suppose, ‘soft’ crafts are much more instant, portable and pick-upable which is a good thing for youngsters with a limited attention span! I shall continue to encourage him as long as he wants!
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March 8, 2015 at 8:09 pm
Your son is amazing and so talented for his young age – You must be very proud of him! I bet he’s chuffed to bits every time he makes something, I reckon he’ll give Kaffe Fassett some competition in the future 🙂 Love the new bedroom designs I’m sure the boys will love it when its all done!
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March 8, 2015 at 9:15 pm
So impressed with your son’s makes. That crochet granny blanket is fantastic. I hope my little guy gets my crafty gene. I am reassured that although I have a son I can still pass on my passion to him. The similarities… my hubby loves to wear pink too and he is a chef so he is always cooking for me. Lucky us.
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March 9, 2015 at 7:08 am
Wow! Your son’s blanket is fab! Clearly takes after you in the creative genes 🙂 I’ve been really struggling to get going with my crochet, so I’m doubly impressed!
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March 9, 2015 at 3:33 pm
A huge well done needs to go to your son! Those makes are amazing! Where is your wallpaper from? It is amazing and I would love some! Tess looks really content like that and the blanket looks soooo comfy 🙂
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March 9, 2015 at 3:48 pm
It’s from the Quentin Blake range and I bought it online from Bryella:)
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March 9, 2015 at 4:01 pm
Thanks 🙂
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March 9, 2015 at 9:44 pm
Your son’s blanket is fantastic. I definitely agree that there is a need for sewing books aimed at boys as well as girls. It’s great that he loves to craft! Sharon x
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March 9, 2015 at 10:40 pm
I’m not so which I’d find most difficult, getting my husband to cook a whole meal or teaching my son to crochet! He tried knitting last year but it just looked like a really intricate lacy a number! You have a very talented family, mine are only interested in balls… Foot, golf or cricket! 😀
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March 10, 2015 at 9:57 am
Another great collection of photos, Sheila. I have to tell you I’m most impressed with the ones showing your son’s incredible creative talents – chapeau!! Marianne xx
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March 11, 2015 at 11:24 pm
Thank you, I am very proud of his crafty achievements:)
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March 13, 2015 at 1:13 pm
Wow! I can’t believe your son can sew and crochet too!!! Great work, by him. Really lovely. It’s brilliant to pass on the crafts to the next generation.
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March 16, 2015 at 9:21 am
He’s the only one who’s shown any real interest and I’m more than happy to pass the skills on, as you said. It’s nice to have someone sit and create with, as well:)
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March 16, 2015 at 7:16 pm
It sure is. That’s great, I’m hoping one or all of my 3 have an interest in crafts, we’ll see. Time will tell!
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