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It's been a good week, but it's only Monday

I had a superb day today and I am finally coming out of the shell I have been in over the past few months. I am sure it has something to do with me getting into the Midwifery Programme, along with not being so hormonal and the fact it is actually sunny some days.  Yes, I have shared my excitement about being accepted already but I just can't help it. My poor hubby and flat mates must be tired of hearing me spout off every five minutes "Did you know I got into the programme?  I'm just so excited ya know."  The kids, however, don't mind me telling them over and over again, as this repetitive conversation is a form they are rather fond of.  Teo has told me thirteen times now that there is a "Big yellow bus" currently parked down the hill and I give him the same response as my flat mates give me; a smile and a nod. 

I love my little boy.  Here are a few shots of him being sleepy or cheeky.

Teo's Room

Lately I have been feeling the need to sew up a few things for myself and for the lad.  I sometimes spend too much time focussing on the biz and forget why I started it up altogether - because I love to sew and I love to make things for Teo.  He has really needed a few things for his room and for storage so last night I made up one of those hanging pocket thingys for books, soft toys, and socks etc.  I also took a lovely Japanese piece of cloth and appliqued it on the top so it looks more like a feature of the room.  And I also strung up a few strips of cloth next to it and have hung his beanies and mittens and scarves from it using clothes pegs.  Just a few ideas I thought anyone else could use as they are very useful and you can make them out of old sheets and random pieces of fabric.  Oh and there is a cool painting Teo's Daddy did and he also strung up paper cranes and hung them from bamboo off the ceiling.

Take a peek.

Excuse the photos

I must admit that I took these art one so the images are a little fuzzphotos with my mobile phone, which by the way is not a state of the y.  We have a big fancy digital camera, but it takes such massive photos that I have to downsize them all before I can post them and that just consumes too much time at the  moment.  I will try and get some nicer photos soon.  Teo is currently hovering over me trying to push every button on the laptop so I have to get this post done asap.  Here are some photos of him at this cool new play centre and out on a walk.  Oh and I put a few of the view from our place.  The light that day was incredible and I am sorry if you can't see much in the photos.  I will make a better effort next week.

If only I had a lass as well.

I know Teo is a boy, but I need to test my girly pieces too. And with no wee lass to put those pieces on, well I am afraid my boy you are it! Here are a few girly garments being modeled by the little prince himself. He doesn't mind yet, but I am sure when we pull out the ol' family album when his first girlfriend comes around for dinner he may be a tad annoyed with us. And who will blame him? But our parents had the privilege of doing that to us, and guess what? It's our turn now!

Below are a few fun items that will be re-inventing themselves in other fabrics and colours!

1) a little peasant top I designed and made up a few months ago during the summer months. It is made from a vintage batik fabric and I just LOVE LOVE LOVE it. I wish I had more of this fabric, but you can only ever find enough for one item! My partner in crime and I have been busy over the past couple of months searching for old pillow cases to make these little garments. They fit 6-24 months or there abouts. Keep checking the Etsy & Felt shops for them as we have about 20 or so 'one of a kind' peasant tops, and some have a little screen-print.

2) a gorgeous little sleeveless hoody...once again for a little girl. I will be doing more of this style at some point in near future. I love these tops. They are so incredibly versatile.

I am also making silk-screened leggings for girls and boys from 6 months to 4 years or so. If you are interested in a specific colour or size, please let me know and I am sure we can sort something out.

I will be making up more of these grey wool coats. Let me know if you would like one in a specific size and I will be happy to make one up for you. They are machine washable and a great weight for Autumn, Winter and Spring!

If there is anything you see on my blog that you would like, but don't see in my shop, please feel free to ask if I have any available or if I can make one up.

A few photos of my source of inspiration...

How can I resist pilfering from my spare stock when he looks so darned beautiful in everything. This boy is my little sunshine. Oh, how I adore him.