My creative space…

April 15, 2010 117 Comments by Kirsty

I managed to tear myself away from the sticks last night.

I stitched away under the romantic glare of the headtorch (a must-have tool for anyone serious about their craft).

I’m hoping to finish up the stitching today & get on with the making up (& back to the sticks).

Visit last weeks favourite space here.

Don’t forget to pop in & add your link if you’re playing along this week.

117 Comments

Sally
661 days ago

A head torch hey? Very stylish indeed.

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Amanda
661 days ago

Hope you finish up soon so you can get back to those sticks. And so we can all see what you are working on as well

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Ruby Star
661 days ago

wow i'm first how did that happen? I have a headlamp too, well it's fox's but I use it for late night crafting. Glad I'm not the only one.

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B @ Sweet Limes
661 days ago

Headtorches are all the rage! You must look super hot with that on. I'll keep that from my husband or he may be jealous I don't have one.

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Chasing Purple Dreams
661 days ago

Ooh what a beautiful picture you must make, at the end of the day with your head torch on!! That’s dedication for you!

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Kate
661 days ago

Oh yeah, I'm a head torch crafter too. I love how 'normal' bogging makes me feel.

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littlebetty
661 days ago

Head torch, now I bet that's not an item in every creative space…

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handmadehappiness
661 days ago

i forgot to change the page what a moron ?!?!?!?!? i so wanted you to see my tea cozy!!!!! x

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Liesl
661 days ago

Doesn't everyone craft by head torch? An invaluable piece of equipment!!

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Jennie
661 days ago

Very handy to have a handsfree tool!

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handmadehappiness
661 days ago

sorry kirsty i took up 2 spaces can we blame it on me being new….. sorry :] x

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Michelle
661 days ago

Ahead torch! Brilliant! I may have to try that as my husband hates having overhead lights on (he's such a part pooper)

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Brenda
661 days ago

Head torch sounds like a great idea but I don't think it would work at my house…. because then all the bugs which find their way into our house of an evening would be on my head!! Ahhhh!!!

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Tweed Delights
661 days ago

Ooooh, I must try my 'hubby's' headtorch – the kids are usually using it for something ridiculous!!

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Luisa
661 days ago

I'm just wondering what you are making?!

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Kylie
661 days ago

The mental picture of your headtorch is very professional indeed… I'm thinking Zoolander in the mines Kx

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Polly
661 days ago

I'm looking forward to seeing what you've been working on! xx

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Rosalind
661 days ago

I love that shade of green wool below!!! hmmm I mustn't be too serious no head lamp here

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Tracey
661 days ago

Looking forward to seeing what you are up to this week, I am liking your green work.

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TammyJ
661 days ago

The colour of the yarn you are knitting with is lovely! I'm wondering what you are stitching now. : )

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Thongbai Tatong
661 days ago

Have fun and good luck with the stitching, Kristy. And thank you so much for the space to share our creative spaces.

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Deece
661 days ago

A headlamp. Nice. It took me a while to figure out what a headtorch was, but I remembered a show I saw recently that referred to what we call flashlights as torches.

This is my first time joining in the creative space fun. Thank you for this.

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gwen
661 days ago

I am very curious as to what you're up to here. and i've been inspired by your forays into thread and yarn lately. it's not my strong suit but you make it look not completely impossible ;]

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74 Lime Lane
661 days ago

Yet another mystery in your space Kirsty. On the other hand, all the mysteries at our house have been fixed ~ we have internet AND you should be able to see the site now!

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Tania
661 days ago

It's a whole lot more geeky at our house. The Mr really needs to go and get his eyes checked but reckons he hasn't the time. Instead he borrowed a terrifying piece of headgear that functions as gigantic magnifying goggles. We make a lovely couple what with me in the headtorch welded to the cycling helmet. Ahem.

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Cath @ chunkychooky
661 days ago

Our spaces are similar this week… what with the squiggley embroidery…

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Sarah. Splish Splash Designs
661 days ago

Now, that's dedication for you!!

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Mel
661 days ago

Oh so that's why my eye sight is so crap! I've been doing all this bloody stiching/knitting/crochet by the very dim (yet ambient) light of my lounge room lamp!

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katiecrackernuts
661 days ago

Oh, a headtorch. Of course. Der. How inspired. Thanks for that.

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Melanie
661 days ago

Second time lucky on my linking/posting today. Getting used to a Mac!

Can you get 'daylight' bulbs for headtorches?! It's a very good idea

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Kirsten
661 days ago

I'm gobsmacked. It seems so obvious now that you've said it. I have tried so many things for the right night light and I think you've given me the holy grail!
I'll just have to remember not to have any serious conversations whilst crafting late at night…

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Chicken Willow
661 days ago

Great idea!

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Yana
661 days ago

looking forward to seeing the finished product

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Violet and Rose
661 days ago

A head torch. Now that is something that I could seriously use. Perhaps I could ask for one for Mother's Day. My Mother's Day presents ussually come from Bunnings because that is the only shop my husband knows!

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gret
661 days ago

Oh that is hilarious. Crafting by head torch is totally something I would do!

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Megan
661 days ago

that is dedication to stitching!

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Collecting Feathers
661 days ago

Doh, why didn't I ever think of the head torch. That idea should win an award for its elegance. Maybe I can put off getting those glasses if I have a good light to see by. xxNick

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Bianca Jae Makes Stuff
661 days ago

Head touch!? Nice one xox

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Frog, Goose and Bear
661 days ago

What a very dedicated crafter! Thought I'd join in today too. Thanks for linking all these creative people together for us all to see!

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Wendy
661 days ago

WHat a great idea, Kirsty…must get a headlamp! Thanks for hosting…

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Riches Stitches
661 days ago

It is my first time on your list of "My Creative Space". Have been checking them out for a while now and then thought "Hey, why not join in!!" I often leave feeling very inspired by what everyone else is up to.
By the way, where does one get a crafting headlamp from? I may be requesting one of these for Mothers Day as well.

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Deb
661 days ago

Sorry I linked to the wrong week! It's my first visit to your blog, but I kept seeing "my creative space" on the net and had to join the fun! thanks xxx

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june at noon
661 days ago

Ha, a head torch! I use a book light clipped to my shirt sometimes. We will do anything for good lighting, us serious stitchers!

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marian
661 days ago

stitching by torchlight sounds ever so romantic.. which i'm sure it was anything but, back in the day!

btw i can't find the link for 'my creative space' is it just me..DOH!? not having a good morning

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My One Brown Mouse
661 days ago

Ooo! I have a mental pic of stitching in the dark with a headlight!! What a excellent idea for the crafting campers!!

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Cindy
661 days ago

Can you teach me how to stitch?! It's perfect…

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michelle
661 days ago

a headlamp. you see that is why you are a crafting goddess

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marian
661 days ago

found it..YAY!!

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the textured leaf
661 days ago

I use a sewing machine most of the time but I might still try using a head torch anyway!

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teddybearswednesday
661 days ago

head torch now that is an inspired idea! Look gorgeous and perfect as ever xo

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Anna Bartlett
661 days ago

I now want a headtorch for mother's day! It'll go with my sander and bosch screwdriver!

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ellie
661 days ago

Quiet night stitching is always the best, might have to get myself a head torch.

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Amanda
661 days ago

i so should try the head torch trick! i can't get my craft lamp to sit over my work when I'm on the couch

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Little Eve
661 days ago

Happy crafting Head torch mmm .. i'm thinking this would be very handy in the event of a power failure!

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gretchenmist . . . {belinda}
661 days ago

this is a cute image! it's a great idea, romantic or not!

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julie k
661 days ago

I was just reading over your past few posts and LOVE the fashion embroidery project. How do you come up with these things? So creative!

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lisa stubbs
661 days ago

Head torch! wow, hardcore crafting! love it!

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Cotton Kiwi
661 days ago

Oh I wish I had a Great Aunt to teach me how to knit properly! I am sure my method is completely wrong but it's how I've learnt from books so sticking with it until I can find me an Aunty to adopt! The head torch sounds great. Suspect my other half would either steal it or threaten to leave me on grounds of mental instability if I started sporting one for late night knitting sessions! Thanks for hosting such a great space once again.

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Brenda @ Mira Narnie
661 days ago

don't you love craft hopping! I can't seem to stick to one thing either – so i have unfinished items scattered about!

Brenda @ MiraNarnie

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Jo's Place
661 days ago

hehe Head torch. Now originally I cracked up when I read that, but I think I'm starting to see the light myself. Fab idea

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ecoMILF
661 days ago

Your head torch makes me laugh, but definitely a tool for a serious crafter like you. xo m.

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Melanie
661 days ago

I saw a clip on head torch for 3 dollars so I will be sure to grab one next time I am there. Great tip

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Jenny from Ohjoh
661 days ago

Hi Kirsty
LOVE your creative space list!
Is you head torch the same as my son's dinosaur one that roars when you turn it on?
Cheers
Jenny

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Kathryn Mitchell
661 days ago

Great mental images of a furiously working crafter wearing a headtorch…brilliant. Good on you for learning to knit 'right'. My G'ma never had the patience with me hehe

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Catherine
661 days ago

Thanks for reminding me about my craft lamp, I always forget to get it out, they are the best for night time working.
I love the colour of green you're knitting with. You've got me wondering what you might be creating!

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Miss Amy
661 days ago

A headtorch… that would be perfect for sneaky midnight crafting!

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Buttons by Lou Lou
661 days ago

Off to check out some other spaces. Thanks, Lou.

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Michelle
661 days ago

Love the headtorch! I often laugh at my husband when he has his on for something. Good luck with the knitting.

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Megsie
661 days ago

Oh yes, head torches are a must, they caome in handy allowing you to craft anywhere and at anytime

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Knicky Knacks
661 days ago

You are one serious crafter with a head torch – love it!

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Posie Patchwork
661 days ago

Oh how funny, my husband has a head lamp (soldier) & uses it at every opportunity to find things in the wardrobe, cracks me up. Love Posie

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Steph
661 days ago

Love the head lamp! Hubby has one for spotlighting in the bush…maybe I can pinch it. Thanks for hosting this lovely little event

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Sam
661 days ago

I don't know what a headtorch is but I think I might need one!

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Baa-Me Kniits
661 days ago

What a great Idea!!! I just asked for a new one to use when feeding my horses (its impossible to negotiate gates and feed bins and horses with a hand held torch)….maybe I should keep in inside, my hubby already thinks I am weird

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Wendy Sice
661 days ago

I enjoyed your embroidery ironing tutorial. It's always helpful to know the tricks behind the crafting magic! And I loved the result – totally original! Wendy xx

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sewing the seeds of love
661 days ago

love guessing what you are making…keeps me intrigued !

Little headlamp would be good…hhmmm wonder how heavy my ottlite would be strapped to my head LOL !!

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karuski
661 days ago

Uh oh, I'm just popping in to say I left my link to your last week's post by mistake yesterday. My own schedule is so messed up that I didn't notice my mistake until later so now it is in two places on your blog. Sorry about that!

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Lauren
661 days ago

Oh how exciting!! Green in your last post! I've been considering the head torch for crafting at night. Its got to beat the lamp pointed at my face, huh?

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Carolyn
661 days ago

Can't wait to see what your making. I've got a bendable floor-torch. It so bright, in the winter everyone wants to get under it.

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Liam's Mummy
661 days ago

A head torch sounds very serious… you just reminded me of the cleavage light http://badskirt.blogspot.com/2009/09/bring-tool-please.html (it's scary, the things I remember) Good lighting is always very important!

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Pam
661 days ago

Dare I ask what a head torch is?? Obviously a light, but…….

Ahh ok, have just looked at some of the other comments, and I think I've figured out that it's a light that you wear on your head! Huh! How clever are I then!!? lol.

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Brianna
661 days ago

Can't wait to see what you are making in the sticks!

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flyandnest
661 days ago

I'm a new creative spacer too, i love your virtual windows such great stuff. Yeah! http://www.flyandnest.blogspot.com/

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ArtMind
661 days ago

I'd be needing a very big, daylight headtorch to do my craft!
Beautiful stitching!

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Megan.K.
661 days ago

haha – love the head-torch image! That's dsedication.

I think I must be lucky last here today in the ol' creative space – #121!

x
Megan

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Chickie Little
661 days ago

Loving your blog! Crafting is mch my obsession at the moment – done lots of cupcake paintings (one up for grabs too!), and definitely going to sew some toys next I think.

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Ooty
661 days ago

=) Good luck with the stitching

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Anja Rieger
661 days ago

Great idea! Thank you.

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Jolie
661 days ago

Oh I am so glad to be in such fine headlamp wearing company…every time I pop it on the word *spelunking* rolls around and around in my noggin! Extreme adventure embroidering!

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Sarah
661 days ago

Head torches..Oh yes, many memories of wearing these in the dark backstage. Although my particular favourite is the bite light, especially the hilarity that ensues during a quick change when the bite light is in the wrong way – couldn't see a thing but my mouth was a lovely glowing shade of pink!!!

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Muriël
661 days ago

A head torch is a great idea!! That will give you so much more crafting time!

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Star of the East
661 days ago

Good luck with the 'sticks'
Headtorches and other kind of interesting tools we use while creating is always a funny detail.

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made at green view
661 days ago

Really enjoying reading your blog and collecting your crafting tips!

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moose and bird
661 days ago

Oh Shucks. Thanks for featuring me as last week's favourite. I'm chuffed. xo

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jaboopee
661 days ago

I've never played along before, this is my first creative space , I"ve just partaken in a collage and assemblage workshop in Dublin's national college of art and design and this is what resulted.

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CurlyPops
661 days ago

Crikey Kirsty! I'm number 141 for the day so far.
I've just been struggling with some embroidery on the couch. I think I should invest in a head lamp before I send myself blind.

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Lisa - Alterity Button Jewelry
660 days ago

This is my second week of playing along. I am so glad you discovered this idea….it's a great break from regular programming on my blog! I hope you keep this up for a long time and plan to play every week! by the way, I found you through Artmind's blog!

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Nikki
660 days ago

My goodness, Kirst – you're a popular girl! Number 144….

Love the headlamp look, myself…. thinking of trying it out myself.

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bec
660 days ago

Headlamps rock, car trips are good when you want to read at night.

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TopCat76
660 days ago

A headlamp? Really? Well if you say so!

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Melanie Gray Augustin
660 days ago

A head torch? As in a camping, going hiking in the middle of the night, must check out the glow worm cave type head torch? What a brilliant idea!

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sabahnur
660 days ago

you inspring me to start stitching:)

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Kylie
660 days ago

Headlamps good, as long as they are not involved in camping which involves sleeping on hard cold ground…hmmmmm

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Buy Design
660 days ago

We used to play with my dad's pit helmet which had a torch on the front. I wonder if it is still at the back of the garage with all the other useful stuff.
I think you may have given me an idea. hmmmm

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Olivia
660 days ago

A head torch is such a great idea! I'm going to have to try it.

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Polka Dot Daze
660 days ago

LOL I thought you meant the sticks as in camping, hence the head torch.
You are HARD CORE!
Any particular brand of head torch you can recommend

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Cindy
660 days ago

I'm late. I'm late for a very important date! Better late then never though.
I am getting Glen some headlights for his cooking since the llights are out and no one can be bothered changing them

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muralimanohar
660 days ago

My dd and ds are fans of the headlamp look..I haven't been sold on it yet. I'll let you know what I think when my eyes start failing. :p

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Mrs Frankenstien
660 days ago

beautiful stiching, must have been the lighting!!
Thanks for you creative hub!

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Doily
660 days ago

ooh, Im very envious of the pointy finger flicking… I only dream of the day!

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Danielle
660 days ago

Arrggh! So late this week (and missed last week). Your stitching is, as ever, very intriguing, and I can't wait to see what it turns into! Have a lovely weekend! I am heading to Melbourne next week, hopefully a little bit of fabric shopping is in store.

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Jasmine @ Thelma Lane
659 days ago

i am running late this week i so envy anyone who can knit, crochet i can do, knit i completely suck. i think i may just have to bite the bullet and make myself try over and over one day soon, until i get it.

Thanks for the inspiring post as always

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Miss Carlen ::LT::
659 days ago

Oh I'm so late in posting! I wish I could knit, it will be on my bucket list. I'm glad you found some time Have a great weekend!

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Cherie
659 days ago

Oooo My Creative Space ran amok at the Sydney Vintage Fair yesterday! I was so restrained in spending ~ enjoy!

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work-and-process
657 days ago

I totally forgot to link back! But now it is on my blog. Sorry!!!

Bye
Marieke

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Borboleta Serrana
655 days ago

Hi:))))

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Tania McCartney
654 days ago

I'm SO excited to share my creative space project – and what I love about it most (other than it allowing ME to be creative) is that it's also an opportunity to showcase Aussie handmade designers everywhere. I'm in love!

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