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whipup newsletter no.6 2010

by kath_red on February 11, 2010

This week I have gone back to work – yes my real life job – and so things have gotten rather hectic around here – to counter this we have organised the pantry, bought a chest freezer, and negotiated a breakfast menu – muffins and muesli are on the menu – recipe available.

I have had a tiny break from quilting this past week, but with the long arm quilter set up smack bang in the middle of the family room, I need to get a few projects finished and the darn thing packed away for a while. So that is the plan for today and tomorrow. In the meantime I have been collating the 65 rose quilt squares and have posted a few updates – more to come.

I have also spent some time exploring the creative juices held in our flickr pool - you should too. 1, 2 and have been introduced to a new blog – manmade.

Valentines day … handmade goodies are going crazy over here at whipup – loving all the handmade love out there… … valentine craft babies … pop up valentine card … valentines robot … valentine ornament …
Made me smile: … adorable pop up cards by eloole …
Made my heart sing … … patchwork scottie dog - retro craftin’ at its best …
Still time for Calendars: 2010 whipup crafty collectible calendar here (sorry no discounts as these are print on demand – but really they are worth it). … and don’t forget to check out our flickr community …
… More great tutes + crafty ideas to kickstart your year… Sock owl tutorial … blocks and stripes quilt tutorial … photo gocco tutorial … off the grid quilt tutorial and pattern … felt applique … sock mending … making kids bags … romantic quilty tablecloth … crazy nine-patch quilt … pretty little nightie (maybe this should go in the valentines section too?) … scrappy textiles scarf …

Hope the year has started off well – happy crafting!
Kathreen
xxx

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plush alphabet

by kath_red on October 22, 2009

in Toys+Plush

saw this on the whipup flickr group – how to make a plush alphabet.

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whipup roundup {july week 2}

by kath_red on July 10, 2009

in Features, Newsletter

This week has gone so fast – I can’t believe we are almost 2 weeks into July already. My little boy is having a birthday in a couple of weeks and the big countdown has begun (my birthday a week later is completely forgotten of course). I have just sat down to do some blog browsing after a busy morning cleaning and getting ready for my mother-in-law’s visit. The boy is reading a Roald Dahl book (Danny the champion of the world – one of our favourites), the girl has spent about 3 hours wrapping a present and making a card for her grandparents – and sort of making mess in my wake.

But in crafty news – we had Kristen Rengren visiting on whipup discussing vintage knitting and her new book – Vintage Baby Knits: More Than 40 Heirloom Patterns from the 1920s to the 1950s. Did you see my post on my 10 favourite things for kids to do – featuring my own darlings. And my mum reviewed knitting socks with handpainted yarn : and for yarn lovers – check out these eco and recycled yarn options. If you enjoying summer – you may want to make yourself a new swimsuit.

Sewing: Sweet school girl collar : checkerboard – fun : fabric postcard - this is such a fun idea : candy buttons quilt : rag quilt letters : fabric belt : pleated pocket (for a top or pants or apron).

Kids: making your own sidewalk chalk : scooter bag – what a great idea : living playhouses – I want one of these.

House: love these drawer knob coat hooks : mono mitten – love it :

Paper and other media: a super cute folding paper mini album : a ring from paper clips.

knitting: love these mini knitted pouch set.

Have a lovely weekend wherever you are and whatever you are doing.

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