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Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Mrs Martins Summer School Part Two...and a Giveaway

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Mrs Martin's Summer School was such a brilliant experience made even better by the fabulous women who organised the day for us.  And the wonderful participants too.

Karen from Mrs Martins is such a star when it comes to organising fun filled workshops. She found brilliant tutors, thanks Lisa and Lou from Max and Louise for your wonderful designs and all the tips and hints.  The day was held in a lovely venue and Karen supplied us with delicious treats.  
This was morning tea - a delicious plate of yumminess for each person.
And sweet treats to share.
Unfortunately I can't show you the amazing chocolate cheese cake we had for afternoon tea, as I gobbled it down before remembering to take a picture.

Knowing that Cheryl was travelling all the way from Stawell and leaving home very early, kind Maria bought this delicious plate of goodies for Cheryl's lunch.
Such a kind thing to do.

Happily Karen organised one of my favourites to be there -  fabulous Barb from Theodora Cleave. Barb bought a huge range of her delightful handpainted buttons + her fabulous boards to inspire us and give our creativity a bit of a nudge.


Have you noticed the beautiful buttons on my new header.  I bought these from Barb last year and I am so in love with them especially the big black dog.

I had to add these little beauties to my collection, the little dogs for me, the rest for gifts.  

And speaking of gifts, Barb gave me this wonderful new design button 

and I'm sharing it as a 
If you would like to win this gorgeous button please leave me a happy 'hello' in the comments and you will go into the draw.  I'm happy to post anywhere in the world.  Draw closes next Monday and I'll announce the winner on Tuesday.
With my love of wool and wool felt, I was delighted to discover Felt on the Fly. A wonderful place to visit.  If you follow this LINK you will find a great tutorial for this super cute Easter Basket and Friends, which was designed by Victoria of Little Black Duck.  You can download the templates from Sew Mama Sew. Thanks to everyone involved in sharing it with us.

Don't forget to call back tomorrow because I want to introduce you to sweet Michelle from Britannia Creek Patterns.  She was Karen's assistant at Summer School and is a wonderful designer in her own right.
Have a wonderful day
Love

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53 comments:

  1. SusieJanuary 20, 2015 at 8:28 AM

    Sounds like so much fun and that food looks amazing.

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  2. FeeJanuary 20, 2015 at 8:55 AM

    "Hello" Gorgeous Girl. What gorgeous eye candy you have shown today. I love Barb's buttons they are so beautiful and she is so talented !! And she's a sweetie too.

    Hugs - Fee xx

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  3. JulieJanuary 20, 2015 at 9:04 AM

    Sounds like you had a wonderful day there ... good food, friends & creativity - what a fabulous combination :-) I adore Barbs buttons, thanks for the chance to enter your generous giveaway x0x

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  4. Daisy JayneJanuary 20, 2015 at 9:18 AM

    Hello ...well what better way to spend sometime with ....friends, fabric and food ....

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  5. LeeanneJanuary 20, 2015 at 9:20 AM

    looks like a magical day! Lovely company, nice projects and yummy food! Oh..........."H*E*L*L*O"

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  6. CherylJanuary 20, 2015 at 9:20 AM

    Mel such great photos and a wonderful momento of our day. It was the best day. And weren't we spoilt. How gorgeous is Maria to bring me that amazing lunch

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  7. Michele TJanuary 20, 2015 at 9:27 AM

    I've never seen buttons as sweet as these!! Thanks for the chance!

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  8. TerryJanuary 20, 2015 at 9:27 AM

    Looks like lots of fun! And those buttons are all adorable...I love the dogs and the elephant! Thanks for the chance to win the Christmas button! :0)

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  9. barbara woodsJanuary 20, 2015 at 9:35 AM

    love those buttons

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  10. Kathy S.January 20, 2015 at 9:37 AM

    Happy HELLO to you! That chicken button is A D O R A B L E! And what a fun plate of food!

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2015 at 9:56 AM

    Hi Mel what awesome pics,thankyou for sharing your wonderful day and yes our little maria is a gemshe made a lovely lunch for Cheryl.love all the buttons you bought,they are all so very cute and i really love the one Barb gave for the giveaway,so very cute,hope you have a lovely day my friend xx

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  12. shirley flavellJanuary 20, 2015 at 10:12 AM

    Would love to have participated in your wonderful day.It sounds it was a great day, the food look so yummy.. I love Barb Smith's buttons and haven't seen any here in N.Z unfortunately. Enjoy reading your blog . Would love to be entered into your giveaway.Hugs Shirley

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  13. SheilaJanuary 20, 2015 at 10:17 AM

    Your summer school event sounded just wonderful , good food and good friends with some stitching in between , what could be better . All of those buttons are adorable !

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  14. Denice BarkerJanuary 20, 2015 at 10:19 AM

    Oh, my gosh! Those buttons are just too fun. How can you choose when standing in front of them all? Looks like you had a great time.

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  15. DebJanuary 20, 2015 at 10:19 AM

    Hi Melody, what a fantastic time you had. Barb's button are so beautiful but to see them all on display like you did would have been a real treat.

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  16. NarelleJanuary 20, 2015 at 10:24 AM

    HELLO Mel just love those buttons looks like you had a fab time this weekend and the food making my mouth water.
    Hugs
    Narelle

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  17. allcountyJanuary 20, 2015 at 10:27 AM

    The buttons are wonderful. Which we could find them here in Minnesota. I also enjoy reading your blog.
    Karin E.

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  18. Christine MJanuary 20, 2015 at 10:44 AM

    Looks like you weren't left hungry, Mel! What gorgeous buttons. Those dog ones are so cute.

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  19. eJanuary 20, 2015 at 11:03 AM

    It looks like you had a very pleasant time at Ms. Martin's. You always have the best adventures. Hope you are well.
    xx

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  20. Deb RJanuary 20, 2015 at 11:04 AM

    Such gorgeous buttons....Hi Ho Hi Ho a musical HELLO to youuuu.....hehe

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  21. kiwikidJanuary 20, 2015 at 11:08 AM

    Looks like you had a wonderful time Mel, love Karen 'wearing' her scissors!! The buttons are so cute!

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  22. DonnaJanuary 20, 2015 at 11:14 AM

    Happy, happy Hello! Sounds like you had a grand time. The buttons are wonderful.

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  23. Baa. xxxJanuary 20, 2015 at 12:17 PM

    What a great time it sounds as if you had! A happy hello from a lovely sunny New Zealand!

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  24. usagypsyJanuary 20, 2015 at 3:38 PM

    Oh my gosh those buttons are all gorgeous! I would have been tempted to get one of each! Really love the dogs. A big hello from Nevada :)

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  25. LizJanuary 20, 2015 at 4:23 PM

    Buttons are gorgeous. I would love one of each. 😊😊

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  26. AnnieJanuary 20, 2015 at 4:35 PM

    What a fun day you had! Look forward to seeing your scarf when it is finished. Love the buttons, so many fun things to make hope you are having a great day xxx

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  27. Val LairdJanuary 20, 2015 at 4:54 PM

    You continue to surprise me with all your fabulous stitching achievements. I'm a wee bit jealous of all those fabulous buttons!

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  28. Peg - Happy In QuiltingJanuary 20, 2015 at 8:29 PM

    Looks like a perfect day and a huge big hello Mel xxx

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  29. ElyteJanuary 20, 2015 at 8:47 PM

    What a fabulous day.

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  30. Carin@UllhärvanJanuary 20, 2015 at 10:13 PM

    HELLO - HALLÃ… from a snowy Sweden! I love those cute buttons!

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  31. Michelle RidgwayJanuary 20, 2015 at 11:18 PM

    Oh wow!!! Fabulous everything!!! Hugs x

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  32. RiaJanuary 21, 2015 at 3:40 AM

    maybe I'm Lucky?? I enjoy your blog every day

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  33. Ella and NestaJanuary 21, 2015 at 6:24 AM

    Happy hello! Love your new header! The buttons are stunning. If I'd been there I would have bought a hundred!

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  34. jencollectJanuary 21, 2015 at 7:39 AM

    A happy hello to you! I love those buttons. It was lovely to see a picture of my hexies for you the other day!

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  35. Kathy LJanuary 21, 2015 at 7:55 AM

    Wonderful buttons and a great giveaway. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  36. TeresaJanuary 21, 2015 at 1:15 PM

    You are generous as always Melody. I just love Barb's gorgeous buttons. Can't wait to catch up with you in March xx

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  37. Carrie P.January 21, 2015 at 1:49 PM

    Oh, I wish I could be there at your summer school. Looks so much fun. Thanks for the giveaway. Such fun buttons.

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  38. CheryllJanuary 21, 2015 at 5:19 PM

    Who wouldn't want to win that gorgeous button... Perhaps I'll be the lucky comment.
    You look like you had a great time Mel...fabulous everything. Hugs xox

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  39. linnyJanuary 21, 2015 at 5:58 PM

    Looks like you had a wonderful weekend. Love all Barb's buttons, I don't think you could ever have too many. Thanks for the chance to win one. lyn.robyn.smith@gmail.com

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  40. FloSJanuary 21, 2015 at 6:46 PM

    Hi Melody ! You are very lucky to have met Barbara Cleave !! I LOVE all the buttons she makes ! I will be so happy to win your lovely giveaway !!
    Florence

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  41. WendybJanuary 21, 2015 at 10:21 PM

    get togethers are always such fun....I agree.....and yep, the food is such a bonus...I know it shouldn't but it can make or break the day. What wonderful buttons......Barbara's are my favourites.....such beautiful designs, EVERY one is droolworthy!
    xox sugary hugs :o)

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  42. Angelia LanouetteJanuary 23, 2015 at 2:15 PM

    Looks like you had an amazing time and the food looks so yummy! Barb's buttons are so adorable!

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  43. bloomersJanuary 25, 2015 at 5:45 AM

    Hello from Kent, looks like a fab time was had by all!

    kirstyjfox AT yahoo DOT com

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  44. Jusmom1January 25, 2015 at 8:22 AM

    Hello, hello! Thank you so much for the giveaway!

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  45. NoelaJanuary 25, 2015 at 10:04 AM

    What a great day. Wish I lived closer so I could attend one. I love Barb's buttons, so many to choose from. Thanks for sharing your day and a chance to win your wonderful giveaway. Hugs.....

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  46. HelenJanuary 25, 2015 at 11:31 AM

    A big Hello to you ..... what great photos of girls having fun.
    Thanks for the chance to win Melody.

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  47. Debbie BauerJanuary 25, 2015 at 3:02 PM

    Hi! I love Barbs buttons! Looks like everyone had a great time!

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  48. AnnetteJanuary 25, 2015 at 3:41 PM

    Summer School was another fun day with friends......Barbs buttons are beautiful....thanks for offering a giveaway!

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  49. OndreaJanuary 25, 2015 at 4:37 PM

    Looks like you all had so much fun and added a few kilos LOL.

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  50. LynJanuary 25, 2015 at 7:11 PM

    Ahhhh.. the perfect 'recipe' for a day out-- friends, food and fun-- what a wonderful day you must have had..and how hard it must have been choosing which buttons were to come home with you from that lovely array on display..so tempting..

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  51. JoJanuary 25, 2015 at 10:56 PM

    I just love those buttons. Looks like you really had a great day

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  52. KimMJanuary 26, 2015 at 2:53 AM

    Hello, Mel! I love, love the buttons and hope I win the lovely one you're offering.
    Many thanks,
    Hugs
    xxx

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  53. VintageBreezeJanuary 27, 2015 at 3:01 AM

    A happy hello to you! I 'just' discovered Theodora's work... where have I been? She is a gem! Ordered several items and exchanged emails with her... Have a great day and thank you for the giveaway opportunity. Keeping fingers crossed!

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