My family and I have spent a few days at the Maroochy River on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. We had a lovely relaxing time fishing, kayaking and lazing about.
The birdlife was amazing. There were so many different species at all times of day; ducks, pelicans (I love them!), seagulls, kookaburras, and bush turkeys, to name a few. Unfortunately we didn't catch any fish, although we saw PLENTY, including a sting ray.
I did take along something to stitch, of course. A new Block-of-the-Month I am working on. The theme is outdoorsy, with animals, a house, swinging in trees and swimming in a lake. I am using fabrics from the 3 Sisters new fabric range, Aster Manor, among others. I'm working in needleturn applique and stitchery, which is a lot of fun. Here's a little sneaky peak...
Have you noticed that shops have started putting out their Christmas things already! Wasn't it Christmas just the other day? I think I am going to have to get moving on stitching for Christmas too. I have a new applique tree-skirt and small Christmas quilt coming soon (just need to hurry up and write the patterns!). I'll let you know when they're ready too.
Natalie,
Can't wait to see your finish BOM. It looks soooo cute...
I saw christmas decorations a couple of weeks ago. I almost fell over...
Sandy N
Posted by: SandyN | 09/30/2009 at 03:50 AM
Ohhh - Maroochy River. That makes me so so so sooooo homesick for up there - that part of the Sunshine coast is my favourite part of the planet and where my Mum's family are all from.
I love needleturn applique and the sneak peak of your new BOM looks wonderful. Looking forward to seeing it finished.
Posted by: Jocelyn House | 10/04/2009 at 02:42 AM
Woo hoo - you're new BOM is looking good Nat. Can't wait to see the finished quilt in November!
Just wondering if you went kayaking too?? Looks like lots of fun was had.
Posted by: Anni | 10/21/2009 at 03:51 AM
Yes you are so right Christmas was not that long ago , was it ?
Posted by: clare's craftroom | 11/10/2009 at 03:59 AM
Knock, Knock Natalie! I just stumbled onto your blog and noticed you have not updated for SO long! You still out there lol
x Sarah
Posted by: Sarah F | 12/29/2009 at 10:34 PM