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Wow, another year has started and already things are back to normal for most of us. We all had a great Christmas and holiday season spending some much earned time with friends and family. It’s hard to believe that it is already the middle of February. Where does the time go? This is the first time in 4 years that all my children are back home schooling. The two boys were home schooled last year, with my little girl joining them this year for the first time. We are back to a serious routine so we can get all our work completed for the day, including me who works many long hours to keep up with it all! Early last year Just Stitchin’ started providing projects on a regular basis for Handmade Magazine. It has been a thrill to work with such a competent team who go all the way to make sure that your work looks so presentable as well as professional. Well done to Sharon and the team! After having some much needed rain up in our area, the region is as green as I have ever seen it. It has inspired me with lots of new ideas and designs that you should be seeing in the coming months. At present I am working on the range of Simple Stitchin’. These are quick stitcheries that can be done in a short time. At this stage I am planning to have the design printed on fabric all ready for you to start stitchin’. When they are completed, they can go into a picture frame or perhaps a pocket on a bag or what ever takes your fancy. Stay tuned. Some of you know by now that my son Noah won the 11-18 years category in the Homespun Inaugural Young Designer of the Year competition. He designed and made his first patchwork quilt. It’s great when boys and girls have the opportunity to learn the basics in needlecraft, because you never know where it may take them!
On a personal note the last 6 months has seen my two eldest boys leaving the nest. It is a huge adjustment, and although there are still 3 at home, Noah (14), Isaac (11) and Hannah (9), it still takes some getting used too. Benjamin the oldest has moved in with a caring family 45 minutes away, so he isn’t that far. He is working, and hoping to get an apprenticeship. Second eldest, Aaron has gone to Sydney (the big smoke) to complete his education and catch up on lost years with his father. We really miss him towering over us, as he is 6 foot 7! Can’t wait until next holidays to see him! My niece Keira is 21 next month and my sister Velvet is busy making the plans for her ‘big’ day. I love it when we all get together and celebrate as a family. Of course her auntie will be making her a gift, but can’t reveal till after, as it will spoil the surprise. Patty is back at it designing and making new quilts for patterns as well as selling them through EBAY, so keep a watch out and pickup a real bargain with one of her masterpieces. Next update will be after the holidays at Easter. Until then keep safe, and of course Happy Stitchin’. Louise & the team here at Just Stitchin’
PO Box 23 Barraba, NSW 2347 Happy Stitchin'
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