grey outside, fabric inside
Bit of a grey day today. Lots of thick clouds hanging around, with that nearly-snowing-but-not-quite feel to them. It just rained all day instead.
So I sewed some coasters. I know they're not the most exciting things, but we really needed them. The tables in this house we're staying in are really lovely- not the kind you'd want to get watermarks on. And there's always a cup of hot tea or coffee sitting around somewhere. These are backed with brown wool flannel. And besides, i had some (more) great fabric to play around with, because a package from Melbourne arrived...
full of Aunty Cookie goodness. Amazing handprinted fabric, cards, badge, a print. Thank you Shannon! I'm feeling warmer already.
so colourful and cute
Posted by: kate | January 24, 2008 at 10:07 AM
Ohhh, such beautiful fabrics and cute coasters! I am impressed by how fast you get things done. I am also considering an international move, it seems like a great way to get packages of lovely fabrics!
Posted by: Ravenhill | January 24, 2008 at 10:12 AM
Great coasters! They make such nice little bright spots all over the house :)
Posted by: Cassi | January 24, 2008 at 10:25 AM
Most of our winter has been grey like this -but we had the most perfect sunrise on Monday!!
I love all your goodies from Auntie Cookie!! I really must get my hands on some of her fabric someday soon!!
The coasters are also great - they look good on the table!!
Posted by: Di | January 24, 2008 at 11:08 AM
I just love these fabrics! They'll brighten up the dreariest day!
Posted by: Barbara | January 24, 2008 at 11:12 AM
Man what a fluke it arrived!! I was abit doubtful when writing that weird ass address!! Glad you like it and go crafty with it so quickly.
Posted by: shannon | January 24, 2008 at 11:13 AM
Wow - that first photo sure does look gloomy ... fantastic to scroll further down the page and see all your lovely goodies and crafting.
Posted by: Jacinta | January 24, 2008 at 11:34 AM
wow fabulous!!! you'll have a right stash soon :)
Posted by: charlotte | January 24, 2008 at 11:38 AM
You're no slouch! They look great and are the perfect antidote to grey.
Posted by: Ali | January 24, 2008 at 11:47 AM
Great fabric - the coasters look lovely. And yummo on the goodies in the post!
Posted by: Jo | January 24, 2008 at 12:28 PM
The coasters look great!! I love how you've used a different fabric for each one. The package of Aunty Cookie goodness sure would've brightened up your day...
Posted by: jodie | January 24, 2008 at 02:25 PM
Lucky you, what a great package! Pleased to see the PJ Harvey in your list of music X
Lies
Posted by: Lies | January 24, 2008 at 03:31 PM
Very cute, what a great way to brighten a winter's day.
Posted by: Ruth | January 24, 2008 at 09:44 PM
sigh. i just love checking out your blog. you always have the most marvelous pictures.
Posted by: susan | January 25, 2008 at 03:04 AM
I love the coasters! Cute & practical:)
Lucky you! That looks like a lovely package from Shannon! Her fabrics & prints are so cute!
Posted by: Chara Michele | January 25, 2008 at 05:19 AM
Such lovely coasters and absolutely beautiful fabrics!Aunty Cookie looks like something I need to get to know better, so cute designs.
Posted by: Merruli | January 25, 2008 at 06:08 AM
oh my... where can i buy some of that girly fabric?
Posted by: Zelia | January 25, 2008 at 07:25 AM
Sending you sunshine from NZ! I hope you guys are all settling in nicely and the little one's toes aren't to frosty. Has Keira managed to find a way to keep her tutu a staple in her wardrobe even though it's so cold?
Posted by: Laurel and Ash | January 25, 2008 at 09:32 AM
Coasters... there's another thing i was going to make... i like the one with the red letters most! well, actually, i like the combination of fabrics.
Posted by: Péitseoga | January 26, 2008 at 12:58 PM
those fabrics are stunning... and the coasters are perfect! so good to show off the fabric and handy besides :)
xox
Posted by: amisha | February 04, 2008 at 05:56 AM
Lovely coasters! I'm very much a beginner at sewing and get a bit frsutrated when I can't do things. You've inspired me that small and simple can be beautiful...I'm off to buy fabric! Yey! :)
Posted by: Rebecca | February 04, 2008 at 11:23 PM