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Monday, 13 August 2012

fresh


i've had the sewing machine out again to make simple cushions using some of fabric i've collected.
there's nothing like blue and white stripes to freshen up a room and i'm liking a touch of green for a spring makeover in our living room. still a few weeks 'til spring but we're well and truly ready for it!





we really enjoyed the very uplifting new australian film 'the sapphires' this weekend. an emotional journey of a 4 girl aboriginal group who triumphed over adversity in the late 60's. based on a true story it received a 10 minute standing ovation in cannes this year.. due to be released internationally. 

35 comments:

  1. I love these new cushions, the hint of green is very fresh.

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  2. Glad you enjoyed The Sapphires! Your cushions look lovely!

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    1. thankyou deanne, i think you would like it too! x

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  3. Your living room looks sooooo lovely.
    I've been looking for white daisies with yellow centres......
    Tania xx

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    1. these ones have been growing in my neighbour's garden all winter. definitely going to buy some to plant in spring, x

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  4. I love your new pillows, especially the cute fringe!

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  5. Looks very fresh and summery. So ready for some warmth!
    The Sapphires looks like a real feel good movie. Hope to see it soon x

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  6. definitely a feel good movie penny! x

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  7. I love your blog. I live in the States, so it is weird for me when you talk about it being winter. Keep coming with the great pictures too!

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  8. Fresh as a daisy, comes to mind! Lovely!

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  9. Love the cushions and can't wait to see the movie

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  10. I love the photos in this post,they have remembered me what means a GORGEUS home!I believe your style is so romantic!Nice week from Malta island,by an Italian!

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  11. I love your new striped cushion, a wonderful living!!

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  12. I have the same fabric which i used to make cushions for my lounge too cheryl!!! (the pom pom cushion) Its so nice and light isnt it?
    Laura xx

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    1. oh really! i was thinking i might make something else with it. i like it a lot too. x

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  13. omg..those cushions are gorgeous! you have me well and truly motivated to make some too!

    it's show day here on wednesday.. public hol..so good chance to sew, sew, sew.
    Bec x

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  14. Lovely! I too am keen to see the Saphires, love a bit of aussie in my movies.x

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  15. Your sofe turned out great! Do you ship to the states? I love the shell windchimes.

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  16. Yep, bring on spring, after a beautiful day of sunshine & blue skies I am totally in the mood for spring! Love the pretty stripes & you're so clever to have made them... sadly my sewing machine is covered in a layer of dust! Must get it out & get creative!
    x
    Melissah
    PS thanks for last week's well wishes too!

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  17. Loving the stripes ... the blue ... the flowers.

    Thanks for the fresh air,
    Mary

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  18. Your cushions are beautiful.

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  19. very calming and serene...great work..xo

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  20. Your living room looks so crisp and springy. Love the colors you're using with your pillows. The simplicity of your daisies is just the right touch on your coffee table.
    Mary Alice

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  21. So fresh and inviting. I could sink in and take a wonderful nap there.

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  22. Beautiful photos and inspiration! You do truly have the magic touch.
    Brenda

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  23. Your colors are so peaceful and inviting.

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  24. What a beautiful bed you have made. It is one that I would nap on often. Have not seen the film but I wlll be on the look out for it.

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  25. I love the pillows! I recently came across some fabric that would be perfect for the pillow with the white pom-pom trim! Thanks so much for the inspiration.

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  26. This is Melissa @ daisymaebelle.com. LOVE these fresh colors. And, the daisies are a great touch. I wish we were headed for spring. Here in Tennessee we are headed to the fall! Life to the full to you!

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  27. Love them all, my fave is the blue and white though! Thank you for sharing. Visiting from Romantic Home. Would love it if you would share this at my Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2012/08/make-it-pretty-monday-week-10.html Hope to see you at the bash! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  28. Love your simple pillows. I just made white slipcovers this summer and was commenting to my daughter tonight that I can easily swap out pillows for a different look.

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