Monday, December 06, 2010

bobbies bob up


Wow it's hard to find the time to make stuff and then photograph it and then get it online, amongst all the feeding and cuddling and face pulling. I have a new admiration for all you wahm's! Anyhow, these bobbies and some other goodies are winging their way to my awesome and talented friend Laura's little gallery in Mitchell, Queensland. Worth a look if you're out that way.

Thursday, February 04, 2010

baby Roy


bathtime
Originally uploaded by djbebe
This is why I've been so quiet recently - but it's not so quiet around here! Baby Roy is now 7 weeks old and we're so lucky that he's arrived safely and so gorgeous! So this blog will still be quiet for a while...

Friday, December 18, 2009

pink plurbit


pink alien
Originally uploaded by djbebe
Vinyl plurbit - pattern from the Softies book. Although the 130% pattern enlargement consisted of me drawing it freehand which is why she might be a little asymmetrical - don't blame the pattern. Quick to whip up, especially because you can machine sew the opening closed - but the vinyl made it a bit hard to stuff the little legs and arms. The pattern recommends felt. Great for using up little bits and pieces from the stash. I made three.

Monday, October 19, 2009

pink and green bag


pink and green bag
Originally uploaded by djbebe
A friend gave me her fabric stash, as in her entire lifetime's worth of collected fabrics. She said she's realised she's moved on from sewing, she's much more into printmaking and etching and so forth. So 15 boxes of fabric later, much of it linen and silk and other lovely stuff, I found this simple patchwork piece... So I made it into a tote bag and gave it back to her.

Friday, September 25, 2009

train ride


steam train
Originally uploaded by djbebe
Last weekend we caught the train down to Spring Bluff. As far as local tourist attractions go, it's not bad. We saw lovely flowers, a big band and an elderly gent dancing along. We ate ice creams, and cake, and sat on the grass in the shade - a fine Sunday afternoon indeed. And we saw the mayor working the crowd, shaking hands and such. He's very tall. He doesn't look that tall on tv.

Wednesday, August 05, 2009

pink and blue - and brown


pink blue quilt detail
Originally uploaded by djbebe
I sorted out my 'small bits' fabric piles a while ago, into cool and warm. Not surprisingly, I had a lot more warm than cool. So then the warm 'half' didn't fit back into the cupboard, so I made a quilt.

I did start out with a plan for rough log cabin blocks with a small dark square in the centre, but then I added in the other dark pieces and the plan got lost. But I think it's still ok.

Saturday, May 16, 2009

red blue quilt


red blue quilt
Originally uploaded by djbebe
I went to the Stitches and Craft Show in Brisbane the other week - a good wrapup of local talent on the BrisStyle blog - spent lots of money and had a great time. The new format is definitely an improvement.

And, I was so inspired to craft something, that I came straight home and made a quilt. It's a surprise for a new little babe - but I don't think he reads my blog...

Friday, February 06, 2009

black scarves


black_scarves
Originally uploaded by djbebe

I think I'm delusional re the weather, but I just felt like making some scarves yesterday.


And speaking of giveaways, a while back I pledged a PIF so the first three people to comment on this post will, sometime in the next 12 months, get a surprise in the post from me. The only catch is you have to pledge to do the same on your blog.

Wednesday, February 04, 2009

dress with frill


dress_frill
Originally uploaded by djbebe
If you're in the mood for a giveaway, head over to charlie and grace. Or thea and sami (link corrected). Or BrisStyle.

batch of lounge pants


batch of lounge pants
Originally uploaded by djbebe
Made using the pattern from Amy Butler's In Stitches book, for my aunt in NT who, when visiting last week, wanted to take the ones I was wearing. One of the advantages of having such a big fabric stash is that there's something in there for everyone!

Sunday, February 01, 2009

batch of hearts


batch of hearts
Originally uploaded by djbebe
Heart brooches. Made from upholstery samples, given to me by my sister-in-law's mother. They've got a pleasing depth of colour but they're a bit of a challenge to work with given the open weave and the small size of the samples. I'm not really a valentine kinda gal - I prefer to show my love on more than one day of the year - but these colours whispered in my ear, and I was thinking 'sustainable love'. If you're in the market for such an item, they're available on etsy or, if you prefer $AU, madeit.

Saturday, January 10, 2009

a clutch of clutches


a clutch of clutches
Originally uploaded by djbebe
It's only 10 days (eek!) before I have to go back to work - that will definitely be a shock to the system! Hence, in an attempt to make the most of my remaining free time, I've been experimenting with new patterns. Exhibit A, the pleated clutch. That red lycra make anyone else want to put on thigh high boots and grab a whip? Some of the others are a bit more sensible and/or tweedy, but that red one just screams out of the pile.

Yesterday I also planted some snakebeans, cooked a silverbeet dish that was actually tasty (lots of spices) and cleaned out my second drawer down (''cause not everything was fitting in there any more -any Tripod fans out there?) The weirdest thing I found in there was a "Good morning" stamp for your toast. With a forcibly cheery sun on it. I think if that toast came at me too early it could just put me in a bad mood for the rest of the day. Not saying I'm not a morning person, I'm just more human once I've had a cup of tea and some quiet time.

Enough rambling. Before I tell the story of that awful trip to the Falls Festival where Tripod were almost the only good thing, go check out edward and lilly's Saturday shopping list. edward and lilly make fabulous things, like this chic boots zipper pouch - speaking of boots - and one of my velvet cuffs was lucky enough to feature in this Saturday's shopping list.

Thursday, January 08, 2009

beetle bug softie detail


beetle bug softie detail
Originally uploaded by djbebe
Two blue beetle bug softies emerged from my studio today. Pattern from Softies book 1. I only just restrained myself from buying book 2 when I spotted it the other day, on the grounds that I've only made two softies from book one. But they're so cute and adorable! Sensible vs cute. My sensible side won, that day. But not today. I ignored the pile of dirty dishes and the floor that needs mopping - how cute are these bugs? My mum said "what's that, a fish?", I said "no it's got legs" but she still didn't get to beetle. I think maybe they should have six legs? That would be more of a clue...

Wednesday, January 07, 2009

can you see him?


can you see him?
Originally uploaded by djbebe
Behold, my beautiful crop of corn! Calico's new favourite hiding place.

Rehash display


bsq display I
Originally uploaded by djbebe
The Brisbane Square Library is holding an exhibition featuring art and fashion, made from recycled materials. My display looks a little something like this: and all items used in the display are recycled too. Thanks to HandyMan for the engineering know-how, ideas and tools required to set it up.

The Rehash exhibition launch is this Friday; details below.

Rehash Launch
Brisbane Square Library
266 George Street Brisbane City Council 34034166

Friday January 9th
4.30 – 6.30
Level 2

The Rehash Exhibition features a number of local artists all working with recycled materials
Come and see the amazing variety of creations!!

Thursday, January 01, 2009

heidi headbands


heidi headbands
Originally uploaded by djbebe
I finally got around to doing another project from Bend The Rules Sewing. These heidi headbands were pretty easy, although some of my ribbons were narrower than specified and without a bodkin the tubes were a bit tricky to turn. I sent one to my sponsor child in Uganda, I hope she likes it!


And, a big shout out to Chrisy of sophism press who featured one of my brooches in a recent post on garment reuse/upcycling (alchemy?) crafting. I got a kick out of being mentioned alongside Lori Marsha and Gary Harvey.

Tuesday, December 30, 2008

handbag for helen


handbag for helen
Originally uploaded by djbebe
I made this bag, by request, for my sister-in-law's mother. The fabric, including smocking, came from a thrifted shirt. A pretty little bag to carry pretty little things.

Via machen machen the things I have done meme. Things in bold I've done. And you?

1. Started your own blog.

2. Slept under the stars.

3. Played in a band

4. Visited The Great Barrier Reef.

5. Stood under the stars in the outback, the real outback – think Uluru.

6. Given more than you can afford to charity.

7. Been to the Gold Coast’s theme parks – anyone, you take your pick.

8. Climbed a mountain.

9. Held a praying mantis.


10. Sung a solo.

11. Bungee jumped, jumped out of plane, been paragliding or hang-gliding, hot air ballooning – you get the idea, you’ve been hundreds of metres about earth in a seemingly flimsy contraption.

12. Visited Melbourne.


13. Watched a lightning storm at sea.

14. Taught yourself an art from scratch.

15. Had a child. Raised a child. Worked with children.

16. Had food poisoning.


17. Been to the Snowy Mountains.

18. Grown your own vegetables.

19. Visited the Brett Whitely studio in Surry Hills, Sydney.

20. Slept on an overnight train or bus.

21. Had a pillow fight.

22. Been backpacking.

23. Taken a mental health day.


24. Been buried in sand with just your head and toes sticking out.

25. Held a possum, kangaroo or koala – or any other native Australian animal.


26. Gone skinny dipping.


27. Been in a fun run.

28. Been on the Blue Mountain cableway.

29. Seen a total eclipse.

30. Watched a sunrise or sunset.

31. Played, or watched, summer cricket.

32. Sailed, kayaked or canoed our beautiful waterways.

33. Seen the Daintree.

34. Visited the birthplace of your ancestors.


35. Visited an Aboriginal settlement or mission.

36. Learned a new language.

37. Had enough money to be truly satisfied.

38. Toured the Sydney Opera House.

39. Tried rock climbing (indoor or outdoor), abseiling or just simple bush walking.


40. Visit Queensland’s Gallery of Modern Art.

41. Been to the Tamworth Country Music Festival.

42. Sunbaked at Bondi.

43. Bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant.

44. Visited Broome.

45. Walked on a beach by moonlight.

46. Been transported in an ambulance.

47. Had your portrait painted.

48. Gone fishing.

49. Seen Tasmania’s old growth forests.

50. Been to the top of Q1, on the Gold Coast.

51. Gone scuba diving or snorkelling.

52. Kissed in the rain.

53. Played in the mud.


54. Gone to a drive-in theatre.

55. Been in a movie.

56. Driven the Great Ocean Road.

57. Started a business.

58. Taken a martial arts class.

59. Visited Norfolk Island.

60. Served at a soup kitchen.

61. Sold Girl Guide biscuits.

62. Gone whale watching.

63. Got flowers for no reason.

64. Donated blood, platelets or plasma.

65. Gone jet boating.

66. Visited Port Arthur.

67. Bounced a cheque.

68. Flown in a helicopter.

69. Saved a favourite childhood toy.

70. Visited the Australian War Memorial.

71. Eaten Caviar.

72. Pieced a quilt.

73. Stood in Federation Square.


74. Been on the Murray River.

75. Been fired from a job.

76. Travelled, or climbed, over the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

77. Broken a bone.

78. Been on a speeding motorcycle

79. Seen the Three Sisters at Echo Point, Katoomba.

80. Published a book.

81. Visited St Mary’s Cathedral, in Sydney.

82. Bought a brand new car.

83. Been to Hermannsburg.

84. Had your picture in the newspaper.

85. Read the entire Bible.

86. Visited Parliament House.

87. Killed and prepared an animal for eating.

88. Had chickenpox.

89. Saved someone’s life.

90. Sat on a jury.

91. Met someone famous.

92. Joined a book club.

93. Lost a loved one.

94. Saved a pet.

95. Been to the site of the Eureka Stockade.

96. Swum in The Whitsundays.

97. Been involved in a lawsuit.

98. Owned a mobile phone.

99. Been stung by a bee.

100. Read an entire book in one day.


Tuesday, December 23, 2008

sweet vinyl pouches


sweet vinyl pouches
Originally uploaded by djbebe
I've been making pouches. These ones are available in my madeit store. And now I'm taking a break from crafting to be appropriately festive. Hope you all have a merry, happy, joyous Christmas and with all family members playing nicely together. That's what I'm hoping for...

Thursday, December 18, 2008

cherry tomatoes


cherry tomatoes
Originally uploaded by djbebe
Look - they're nearly ripe! I've been checking on them daily since they were babies, and now the first ones are almost ready to eat! Tomorrow, I reckon. Fresh from the garden, warm from the sun - that's the way to eat tomatoes.

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

newsprint summer cuff


newsprint summer cuff
Originally uploaded by djbebe
More things crossed off the list:
  • add some items to madeit store: cuffs

  • try new yoga class: vinyasa yoga - felt good, energising. sore today.

  • Christmas cards: 95% done. need more stamps