Wednesday 11 September 2013

Slow progress...

Ok, so I didn't quite finish Alex's quilt before Sofia was born but I haven't forgotten about it! I'm finding all the stitcheries in Annie Downs' 'A Boys Story' rather time consuming but I am plodding away at them when I have the motivation and between other projects. I find they're rather good to take with me to craft mornings as they are a single colour and therefore don't require my carrying around too many supplies!

Hopefully some more progress to share soon on this ongoing project...


Monday 2 September 2013

Beautiful and treasured gifts

Since Sofia's arrival we have received lots of lovely gifts from family and friends. I thought I'd take a moment to share some of the extra special gifts that have been handmade especially for Sofia.

My mum knitted a cute pair of socks. Before Sofia was born we were a little worried that they wouldn't fit as they seemed so small, especially around the ankle. As it turns out, they're still a little big!


A friend of mum's from craft group had knitted some goodies in 'prem' size - perfect for our tiny Sofia (despite her not actually being prem!).


My godmother has also been knitting up a storm, making some lovely cardigans that actually fit my little girl


Mum's friend Judy (who visited us in Bali earlier in the year) has knitted Sofia a lovely bright cardigan for when she's older. I love the fluffy wool she's used on the edging!


It was such a delight to receive a crocheted blanket from a close friend of mine in Canberra. I really like the colours she's picked as well as the design. I must confess that so far it's been used more by me, keeping my legs warm during cold middle-of-the-night feeds! It's snuggly and warm and I know it will be treasured for many years to come.


Another family friend of my mum's has also been knitting, sending Sofia a cute dress with matching cardigan and booties. I'm looking forward to Sofia being big enough to wear this outfit :)


This same friend of mum's also knitted up a gift for Alex. All up, Alex's gift comprised of a colouring book, home-made pencil roll (filled with pencils), a knitted hat and this cute aeroplane:


The plane has been a huge hit with Alex (who is 'vehicle' obsessed - if he's not playing with cars, it's either buses, bikes, trains or planes!). I couldn't keep him still enough to even get a decent photo! This one below is slightly less blurry than the others I tried...


Thank you so much to everyone for all their well-wishes following Sofia's birth, and to those close to us who have created such special gifts. They are much appreciated and will be forever treasured.

Until next time xx