So we are now at the pointy end of the year, two weeks before Christmas and I always seem astounded at just how quick the years seem to be flying by.
2009 has been full of changes for me. The interstate move has been fantastic but difficult, and if I am completley honest I have found it tough being away from friends and family…my support network that I really did take for granted.
Luckily, there have been a few people who have really taken the time to get to know me and extended their hand in friendship when I first arrived. I’m sure they don’t realise it but their friendship has made things for me here so much easier. You know who you are, thank you x
One of the main reasons I started blogging was to just get some feedback on some of the things I was making. There are no crafters in my family and I didn’t really have anyone to share my projects with. Who knew that nearly a year later, blogging would have opened up an entire new world to me.
I am constantly amazed by the level of generosity within the crafting community. People are so generous with their time, support, encouragement and friendship. I really just wanted to say thank you for stopping by, for leaving comments, for ‘words’ of encouragement and for in turn – inspiring me.
This is my last post for 2009, I am going to take a break from the Mac (and the sewing machine) and enjoy the festivities with family and friends.
I couldn’t, however, leave without showing you the last of my Christmas sweing.
Liberty and Hope Valley, don’t they look fantastic together.
Cannot get enough of this goat print.
And some robots and linen.
Wishing you a fantastic Christmas and New Year…see you in 2010!
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Kate, you have certainly inspired me so I thank you for that.
Have a fabulous break with your family and freinds. Hope your children have a great Christmas, it certainly makes it so exciting having little ones to share it with.
Look forward lots more bloggy treats in 2010……love Karlyn x
BTW…great cushions!
Wow what a way to finish up! I love that cushion Kate! The Liberty goes so so well with the Hope Valley (btw did you get yours online?)
have a great holiday and here's to an awesome 2010!
xx
p.s you may have gained a lot through blogging but you have also given A LOT! Thank you for your kindness and all your generosity this year x
It sounds like 2009 was a wonderful year for you. I just know 2010 will be even better. Thanks for blogging and sharing your creations and inspiration so freely.
Love love the cushion. That Goat Print by Liberty is amazing, I've not previously seen it. Wonderful. Love also how well the Hope Valley combine with the Liberty.
Have a great Xmas break! Enjoy!
Ritax
You kate, have been one of my most favorite friends that I was so fortunate to meet this year and I would like to thank you for all the sweet thing you say and send { wink, wink } my way!!! have a fabulous holiday season with your family & friends and we'll talk soon! We have a big year coming up! :)
XO, Heather
Oh Dear God, I am going to HAVE to get some of that amazing Liberty print … and Hope Valley in that colorway. (I was trying to hold out… but alas, I think you're lovely pillow has gotten me to cave already!).
Beautiful work – enjoy your break and time with family. I'm sure it will go by quickly!
Don't be away too long…but enjoy every moment of it! Have a wonderful Christmas and New Years and see you in a little while. Beautiful cushion, I love all your fabrics, never seen that gorgeous liberty before. xo
Merry Christmas Kate to you and your family! May you have many happy moments together. Happy New Year too! Thanks for sharing snippets of your life and love for fabric! Your blog is always a joy to read. xx
That goat print is crazy, in a good way!
I can't even begin to imagine what an interstate move would be like, selfishly I am very glad that you are in Melbourne, even if it isn't for good.
Have a wonderful blogging break, I can wait to see what you create in the new year. x
They both look fantastic.
I hope you have a very merry Christmas!
Looking forward to hearing and seeing what you get up to next year :)
merry christmas and good for you to take a little break! I can't wait to get some hope valley myself. looks lovely
and I know all about the move having done it myself! tough but you've survived!
Corrie:)
Merrry Christmas Kate. Hope you have a wonderful break and come back all refreshed for the new year!
It's been lovely to bloggy meet you Kate. And I look forward to meeting in person very soon. Have a lovely Christmas with your family and friends. I hope the season is full of lots of love, laughter, good food and sleep! xxx
That cushion is beeeaauuutiful ;-) Such a wonderful christmassy accessory…and I don't even do xmas!
I completely understand where you are at with your move away from home…It takes time (3 years in my case!) to feel really settled and reaching out to our amazing online community sure is a godsend. I for one am delighted you are out there and have loved getting to know you and see all your amazing creations.
Have a fab break…will miss you!
Karen xx
Have a great break.
It has been lovely getting to know you a bit better this year.
Hope to share more fun and crafting in 2010.
Andi x
Kate, that's such a lovely post!
I hope you & your beautiful family have a great chrsitmas & all the best for the new year.
It was indeed lovely to meet you in real life & hope to be able to get together properly in the new year.
hugs ♥
Merry Christmas Kate, thanks for inspiring me this year! And for the lovely fabric package you sent, it keeps on giving!
See you in 2010.
xx
The cushions are beautiful … love esp the Liberty & Hope Valley.
Wish you & your family the best Christmas & a great 2010
xx
What a great post to finish the year with! I completely get that 2009 has had it's challenges, but I'm coming over all selfish-like too and loving that you are in Melbourne at least for a bit longer. Here's to an inspired 'next year' and lots more hooking! (er, yarn kind).
PS. If you have all your current craft projects done and dusted by year's end, I'll eat a hat.
Your time-out is well deserved – what a great year for us 2009 has been – looking forward to 2010 with love!
Hugs – Lurline♥
Love those final projects for the year! The Liberty does look fab with the hope valley… I so hope my LQS gets some of that soon!
I've spent some time coordinating fabrics with the Hope Valley this weekend. The colors are wonderful.
Good for you to take a break. I think I would miss sewing too much…but with travel I might look into the crochet that's been sitting.
i am certain your break is well deserved….have a great christmas. i look forward to you being back in the new year
Gorgeous pillows! Enjoy your Christmas break – when it all is calm after the new year, we'll be ready for lots of fun new crafting!
Have a fantastic break! I always feel guilty one way or the other about being on the sewing machine or not being on it. I love the pillows. The fabric choices in both are great!
Well I hope you have a brilliant christmas and a magical new year…I'll see you on the other side!!! xxoo
Have a wonderful new year and I can't wait to see what you create in 2010!
And than YOU for sharing it all with us. It's been lovely meeting you this year in blogland!
Have a lovely Christmas and New Year with your family and friends.
Gret xx
What beautiful Christmas projects. Hope you have a happy and restful time….
oohh I love that goat fab too and doesn't it look grandd in that pillow. Hope you have a merry xmas and I would like to thank you for all your lovely comments on my blog too, You truly are the sweetest!
Dear Kate,
It has been lovely getting to know you both online and in person. I hope you have a lovely Christmas and a wonderful break. Will look forward to some more of your great work next year.
PS. Wool is on its way ..
Thank YOU for a wonderful year of blogging. It has been so lovely to meet you and then get to know you better through your blog I'm so glad we have been able to work on some swaps together and also share a passion for similar fabrics.
All the best for your holiday break, and I'll look forward to seeing what you get up to in 2010. Don't be 'away' too long, I'll miss you!
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Thanks for all the inspiration. Hope the new year brings you much love and laughter, and creativity of course! :)
Enjoy the holidays!!
That goat fabric is amazing. Wishing you a very merry Christmas Kate and a lovely New Year. I look forward to seeing more of your lovely creations next year.
The cushion is wonderful. The colors go perfectly together. Have a wonderful holiday break!!! I know how hard it is to move away from your comfort zone, I hope that you gets lots of time with all your friends and family through the holidays!!
lusting after Hope Valley, waiting for my pocket money to arrive :-)
It's been a visual treat reading your blog, have a wonderful christmas and I look forward to your first post of the new year!
Lovely!
Have a wonderful holiday and 'see' you next year!
Lovely pillows and a lovely post!
I'm wishing you happy holidays and I'm looking forward to more fun creativity here in 2010! Enjoy your break!
Have a great Christmas, maybe see you in Melbourne next year.
K and C
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
You're one of the really truly goodies Kate!
Thanks for being a good mate & for having a lovely space here too.
Looking forward to sharing 2010 with you.
Lovely pillows.
You'll be missed here. Enjoy your time away. Happy holidays to you and yours.
xo
Kate that cushion is gorgeous, you have such an eye for colour.
Merry Xmas and it's been wonderful meeting you in 2009. Look forward to seeing your gorgeous creations next year. xoxo
Have a wonderful break. Looking forward to more in 2010.
I'm not sure where you live but if you're in the hood maybe you'll be able to come along to the Northern Craft Bonanza in Thornbury sometimes. That would be lovely.
lovely pillow! Have a wonderful "blog and sewing free" vacation.
Hi Kate, wishing you and your family a merry christmas and happy new year- hope to see you in Sydney in January- we have missed you too! Love Bec x
wishing you a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year too
Have a lovely break , merry Christmas and a happy new year !
hope you have a lovely break and looking forward to catching up in the new year – merry christmas to you and your family!
hey! have a great festive. xx
Looks at me 2 weeks late just shows how much blog reading I've been doing. I hope your enjoying the Chrissie break. Catch up with you soon. Bx
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