Thursday, December 6, 2012

Happy

Do you know what makes me happy?

 Obviously my husband,my children and friends and listening to Tim Minchin.

 But do you know what else makes me really really happy?

 Sewing something for a friend that sews.
Its not that my non-sewing friends are ungrateful-they are not.
But they really don't understand how long it takes(to be fair,how can they)?
The time you spend laying out the pattern and matching the print.
Finding just the right buttons.
Trying to get the finish perfect.
 Worrying too much because that jolly facing just won't match up! 
Your sewing friends know all this and understand and appreciate that little bit more the time that goes into a home made garment.
It is not a cheap gift-It is a gift that comes with all the love in the world.
And this one is for you Karen.
xx N

 Clever Charlotte Starling dress found here
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18 comments:

  1. justmejayDecember 7, 2012 at 2:05 AM

    A gorgeous gift, Nicole - and so very true about being made with love

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  2. motherof5December 7, 2012 at 2:33 AM

    Thank you Justine,it made me very happy to make this.
    Tildy may have to wait another year for her Starling dress though. The 2T swum on her.
    xx N

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  3. runciblespoonDecember 7, 2012 at 2:59 AM

    You are so right!

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  4. SharonDecember 7, 2012 at 3:48 AM

    This is just gorgeous!!

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  5. motherof5December 7, 2012 at 4:42 AM

    Thank you Sharon!
    xx N

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  6. DebDecember 7, 2012 at 5:29 AM

    The dress is absolutely gorgeous and of course, well made. You are so very kind and generous to make this for a friend. (But why am I not surprised?!!!)

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    1. motherof5December 7, 2012 at 6:26 PM

      You make me blush Deb,it was a pleasure and I am honoured that such an excellent dress maker was pleased to have something from me.
      Thank you
      xx N

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  7. CindyDecember 7, 2012 at 5:39 AM

    It's the most lovely of gifts!!

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    1. motherof5December 7, 2012 at 6:29 PM

      Thank you Cindy,I appreciate that so much.
      xx N

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  8. sarahDecember 7, 2012 at 11:09 AM

    Beautiful sewing and a beautiful sentiment behind it. Well put!

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    1. motherof5December 7, 2012 at 6:32 PM

      Thank you Sarah.
      I didn't want to sound selfish but it is nice when someone understands sewing time.
      (Or knitting time)
      I treasure the card pouch you made me and I think of you every time I use it.
      xx N

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  9. SusanneDecember 7, 2012 at 4:54 PM

    To a special lady from a special lady, just lovely.
    (and you linked to Beauty...sigh)
    xx

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  10. motherof5December 7, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    Thank you Susanne,I hoped you would like my choice.
    xx N

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  11. brittneyDecember 10, 2012 at 12:46 PM

    I completely agree with everything you said. And it is so nice to have something truly appreciated. The dress is absolutely stunning, and I have had my fair share of extra peeks of it on flickr. Gorgeous.

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    1. motherof5December 11, 2012 at 12:34 AM

      Thanks Brittney,its a little nerve wracking but so worth doing. Its about time we organised a sewing swop!
      xx n

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  12. UnknownDecember 10, 2012 at 7:15 PM

    There really are no words that adequately express how thankful I am for your friendship. You are beyond lovely.

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  13. motherof5December 11, 2012 at 12:35 AM

    As are you Karen,I hope you like the dress and I cannot wait to see a photo of little Miss A wearing it!
    Fingers crossed it gets there soon.....
    xx N

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