patchwork on central park

Sorting

2012-02-11T09:54:00.002+11:00

While in the shop the other day I started sorting out all those boxes that are hidden in back rooms.
I came across these two quilts that my mum had made a few years ago. Luckily even though the box they were in had been wet the quilts were relatively unscathed, only needing a wash to get the musty smell out.
The quilts are so charming and I am now going to send one to get quilted by machine but I think that the 1930's checkerboard quilt definitely needs hand quilting.

New Baby Quilt

2012-02-07T17:56:00.002+11:00

We got this fabric in before Christmas and I thought it was so cute.
This is what I made and am in the process of hand quilting it now.

Sunday

2012-02-06T09:35:00.002+11:00

I usually lead quite a mundane life but this Sunday I had a day that was absolutely filled.
Starting with my early morning a Camberwell Market for beautiful fresh flowers (pink was the colour of the day) I was lucky to bump into Adrienne and had a lovely catch up before she went to the shop for Sunday opening. She had a gift for me so extra surprise.
It was a great book on the flea markets around the world couldn't wait to look at it and it is full of photo's and great information, may even be lucky enough to get to some one day.
Next I went to the Gift Fair in the city and met a friend, had a quick run around.
Then to an open for inspection at Albert Park, thinking of moving.
Finally went to the Como to see the delightful doco on Bill Cunningham. The original "Sartorialist"
A must see! Bill is 80 years old and has been photographing fashion trends on the streets of New York for 50 years.
Japanese at the restaurant across the road for dinner after and home to quilt.
A day well spent!

OPEN SUNDAY THIS SUNDAY

2012-02-04T12:22:00.006+11:00

image pinterest

For the lovers of Sunday shopping we are back to normal hours on Sunday 12 - 4pm. Adrienne and Anna will give you all the help you need while your partner takes the kids to the park across the road.
The cafe's in the strip are excellent and have wonderful food, all a little different. my favourites are
The Kitchen Table,very beautiful homecooked style, always delicious food.
The cellar across the road is a real surprise, very European and the muffins are to die for!

Couch Envy

2012-02-03T21:08:00.002+11:00

Saw this gorgeous couch while trawling blogs and had a serious attack of couch envy, funny I would have once said yuk to this.

Mums Work

2012-02-02T09:58:00.003+11:00

These are the knitting/crochet pieces mum did in her time here. When it comes to fibre craft I am a big failure, maybe one day I will put my mind to mastering them. I am sure it is because anything I wanted when I was younger mum could just whip it up in record time. It took her one night to do the hats with no pattern.

Butterflies

2012-02-01T22:47:00.003+11:00

While browsing the net over the break I came across these images, apparently from etsy but no name given. I am sure if you do a search there you will find them.

I'm Back

2012-01-31T23:43:00.002+11:00

Well sadly I put mum on the plane home this afternoon, we both had tears in our eyes, she was lovely to have as usual and seems to be getting younger!
Thanks to 10mins on the exercise bike a day(I can do 2mins) I can't believe the difference it has made to her mobility. Anyway I miss her already.
I had a really nice break and got quite a few things done over January including this stitched linen scarf, not as much as my mum though who made 4 crochet hats a scarf and a quilt in the few weeks she was here. I will remember to take some photo's tomorrow.

SCARLET JONES ON SALE TUESDAY

2012-01-28T23:10:00.002+11:00

40% Off all Lee Mathews, Matta. Boabab, Injuri Clothing and scarves Summer stock.
25% Off Lilith Summer stock and Epice Scarves
Sale starts Tuesday 31st Jan at 10am, on until 14th Feb

LIBERTY OF LONDON Summer Seasonals

2012-01-09T17:29:00.003+11:00

Just a quick mid holiday post due to 127 Gorgeous Liberty Seasonals and Classic fabrics arriving on our doorstep. Thought you would like to know. Hope you are enjoying your holidays.

Last Post until Feb

2011-12-22T18:37:00.003+11:00

This is my last post for this year and probably until Feb as I am sure everyone has better things to do in Summer than look at my blog.
Mum will be spending January with me and I will be filling in at Patchwork quite a bit until everyone else is back from holidays.
This will give me a great opportunity to catch up on all the things I have been planning. So win win.
Thank you all for reading my blog and making the occasional comments. I do get a lot of support in the shop for the blog. It's funny I sometimes think I won't do this any more then someone makes a random comment to me in the shop and it makes me think that yes I do have a few people that actually read this blog.so good excuse to keep prattling on.
Well I hope you all have a safe and Happy Christmas and enjoy the Summer holidays.
I will leave you with photo's of a blast from the past when people wrote on paper, sent out Christmas cards and kept record of who sent them back. (thanks to Adrienne for this cute book)
A Christmas wish from Emma, can't remember what year this was from but somewhere in the 80's and lastly a photo of me on Christmas day a long time ago with my present of a bride doll.
Can't believe I have the same hairstyle!
So thanks again for all your support we wouldn't have a shop without customers and thanks to my wonderful staff, who always give such fabulous service and friendship to everyone. Looking forward to a good year next year. See you then.
Lynn
p.s. don't forget we are closed at 4 tomorrow until the 3rd of January.

Echino New Designs Just Arrived

2011-12-21T22:15:00.005+11:00

Being the huge fan of Echino, I am excited that the new range has just landed on our doorstep.
Along with the full range of Kaffe Fassett shot cottons and Kaffe's gorgeous ribbons.
I have decided to start the new year with a new quilt from this fabric range and adding in some of the shot cottons, which match perfectly. My sketchbook will be having a bit of a workout on my days off.
Don't forget we will be closed from 4pm on Friday the 23rd December until 10 am on the 3rd of January.

Havest Textile Christmas Market

2011-12-21T08:46:00.007+11:00

Well Lara, Emma and Jess from Harvest Textiles certainly know how to put on a good market. So many talented young people in one space with the most gorgeous wares. It was such a well curated Market with so many wonderful products and a huge turnout. I was so glad to be there.
Thanks girls.
Checkout the photo's on their blog.

Havest Textile Market Tomorrow

2011-12-17T10:04:00.002+11:00

As mentioned before we will be at Havest Textiles Christmas Market tomorrow, so come down and enjoy the day with us and all the rest of the fabulous stallholders there tomorrow 18th December.

Christmas Trading

2011-12-16T21:56:00.003+11:00

Christmas is nearly here and I am being asked what our trading hours will be. So here they are.
This week will be our last Sunday opening until February 2012.
We are closing at 5pm next Friday the 23rd and re opening at 10am on the 3rd of January 2012
Hope this helps you plan ahead. (image pinterest)

Winners

2011-12-15T09:21:00.003+11:00

The lucky winners of the movie tickets are
Claire Napolitano
Kristine Lempriere
Samantha Petroro
Pat Aaron
and Susan Douglas
Congratulatons and enjoy the movie ladies.

Two More Tickets

2011-12-13T17:45:00.003+11:00

Quick post to say we have two more tickets to Albert Nobbs from Hopscotch Films.So be quick and send an email to www.patchpark@bigpond.com and I will announce the winners tomorrow night.

Ticket Giveaway - Albert Nobbs

2011-12-06T12:13:00.003+11:00

From director Rodrigo Garcia (Mother and Child) Albert Nobbs is a witty period drama about the lives of staff at one of Dublin's most luxurious hotels - Morrison's - and the hotel's butler, Albert Nobbs... a woman who disguises herself as a man to survive. 19th Century Ireland: for a woman to be independent and single, she must deceive everyone - by passing as a man. Albert, a shy butler who keeps himself to himself, has been hiding a deep secret for some thirty years - ‘he' is a woman who has had to dress and behave as a man in order to escape a life of poverty and loneliness. As Albert Nobbs begins to question the world she has created for herself, and thinks she may have found a soul-mate, she dares to hope that she might one day live a life free of secrets. Glenn Close stars in the title role of Albert, an award-winning role she played on stage more than twenty years ago. Close puts in a remarkable, heart-rending performance as the complex character and pulls off an incredible transformation. Albert Nobbs is a wonderful drama full of humour, pathos and tenderness.

In cinemas December 26th.

We are excited to announce a special ticket giveaway for our Patchwork on Central Park blog regulars! The first 5 people to email us at patchpark@bigpond.com will win a free double pass thanks to Hopscotch films, valid from January 12 in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and ACT.

Bakers Twine Pom Pom's

2011-12-05T18:09:00.003+11:00

We have large rolls of this bakers twine in the shop or it is also sold by the metre. Found this on Pinterest, sorry it's so small.

Ribbon Embroidery Necklaces

2011-12-04T21:56:00.003+11:00

Saw these on this gorgeous blog I just found and it reminded me of a past craft I used to teach. Almost makes me want to revive the craft of ribbon embroidery.

Scarlet Jones

2011-12-03T18:54:00.002+11:00

Just finished a market with Scarlet Jones and will be bring some of the lovely sarongs over to Patchwork, so many people loved the fabric I thought they would probaly be well sought after to be cut up and add that extra zing to a quilt.

Harvest Christmas Market

2011-11-30T14:05:00.006+11:00

We are excited to be a part of Harvest Textiles annual Christmas market on Sunday the 18th of December!
There is a great line up including some of our favorite local creatives such as Stampel, Sunday morning designs and Beci Orpin, plus many more.

Dolls

2011-11-30T09:27:00.002+11:00

There is something about dolls that I still like, found these on Pinterest and loved them.

Gift Idea

2011-11-29T09:45:00.002+11:00

We have just cut long metres (two metres divided down the length of the fabric) of the beautiful voiles we have in stock in preparation for scarves, you can make one wider scarf or two narrow scarves from these lengths of two metres. They are just perfect for summer and so light and soft.

Sophie Digard at Scarlet Jones

2011-11-25T21:41:00.002+11:00

Just arrived in Scarlet Jones new Sophie Digard scarves and necklaces. Just in time for Christmas.

Subway Walls

2011-11-25T07:59:00.003+11:00

Many people who visit NY do not use the Subway but it is a fabulous way to get around this city. The mosaics and sculptures are also worth looking at. These were some of my favourites.

2011-11-24T10:03:00.003+11:00

Cute room, love the quilt. from booandtheboy.com via pinterest.

Inspiration

2011-11-22T23:14:00.004+11:00

A couple of photo's to inspire from Pinterest and a lovely blog I came across called paris apartment. Enjoy.

Market Finds

2011-11-21T08:22:00.002+11:00

Came across this wool embroidery yesterday and it reminded me of what my Nana made. I love the bold colours on the black background. I will make it into a cushion for my couch.
Also found this cute cookoo clock. Total spent $11

New Fabrics and Cushions

2011-11-20T14:47:00.003+11:00

These are a few of the many new fabrics that arrived while I was away. Also a photo of some of the cushions Effie has made for the shop. They are available for purchase for $75 or you can make them yourself for around $15 (no insert, we do stock great feather and foam inserts if required) Cushions make a great pressie and are quick and easy to make. The Tram roll squares are also available in Black and White or Red and White for $10 each.

Housten Quilts

2011-11-17T09:16:00.001+11:00

Christmas Decorations at Scarlet Jones

2011-11-15T17:19:00.002+11:00

Just a quick cross post to let all my Patchwork lovelies that Scarlet Jones has the beautiful Christmas deco's in the shop from USA, don't leave it too long as they go quickly. I only get one shipment.

Housten Quilts

2011-11-14T17:54:00.003+11:00

As you know I spent the last couple of weeks away and a good part of it was spent at Quilt Market and Quilt Festival. I must say I am not a big fan of Art Quilts and this year they dominated the Exhibition. So most of the photo's I took were of Antique and vintage quilts on Vendors stalls.

New York High Line

2011-11-12T22:29:00.006+11:00

Not to be missed. This is a peaceful place to spend a few hours. Instead of ripping down an old above ground railway they have turned it into a park that has wonderful views.

Albertine How I Love Thee

2011-11-12T05:21:00.003+11:00

I know I say this about Autumn, but don't you just love Spring in Melbourne. This year especially, as there has been so much rain and everyone's gardens are looking wonderful. Especially mine.
Thanks entirely to Syd and Nancy. Before them my garden was mowed down by Possums. Ate everything even killed a few trees.
They are not exactly killer cats but I think just the smell of them makes the Possums think they should change restaurants. No more Possum Parties here.
So for the first year since my old cat went to God the Albertine roses are in full flower and look glorious.

New York, New York

2011-11-11T05:13:00.008+11:00

Loopy Mango enlarge and check out the stitchery's on the wall
Patis floor
Patis
Loopy Mango

Loopy Mango
Great breakfast
Williamsberg Graffiti

Brooklyn Market

Brooklyn Bridge
ditto
ABC Carpet and Home
Brooklyn

This is a quick rundown of some of the best places I visited in New York this time. New York is just like a big Melbourne and it is amazing how such a big city can have such a village feel. So next time you visit check out the following places. First buy the 7 day Metro card, such great value and easy to get around.
One of the best cafes is Noho Star they do wonderful fresh berries and pancakes, in fact Noelle wanted to eat there everyday but we only went there twice, we did meet a lady who lives in NY and she has breakfast there every day. (get off at Bleeker St subway station) You can just wander around the area when you are finished.
Le Pain Quodient are great for coffee and pastries. These are springing up everywhere but the first one I had visited was in ABC Carpet & Home. Every one we visited was great though.
There seems to be great food places everywhere down in the Soho area. Also had a really good lunch in Patis in the Meat Packing District. Such a beautiful building, the mosaic tiles are amazing and after walk over to the Highline. An old above ground railway line that has been transformed into an urban garden.
Make time to walk the Brooklyn Bridge, truly awesome. Even though I have been to NY this was the first time I have done it. Williamsberg in Brooklyn is another great area for foodies, go to Bedford St. Great Vintage shops there too.

Best Craft/Fabric shop we went to. Brooklyn General Store, after going there walk back to Smith St and walk back towards NYC and there are great shops and a wool Cafe. Also found a place called Loopy Mango for wool enthusiasts back in Manhattan that was a bit like Scarlet Jones with wool at the back.

Shopping is everywhere you look,ABC Carpet and Home is my all time favourite.
I tend to keep out of the big department stores as they have gone the same way as ours. Wall to wall mass produced Chinese goods.
Usually where there is an Anthropologie there are good small stores around so have a wander around those areas. the one on 9th Ave in the Meat packing District has great independent shops around it. I am sure you can google for more details on these places if you need more info.
Anyway I have crapped on enough so check out some pics.

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Back Home

2011-11-10T04:15:00.006+11:00

Well I got back yesterday afternoon and foolishly went to bed, hence this post at 4.17am.
Great trip though with the added bonus of getting upgraded to business on the way home.
It certainly makes cattle class look bad.
I really don't know where to start and don't want to bore you to death. So thought I would start with shop displays in Anthropologie. The best store in the world for it's displays. Every store has a different theme. I went to about six different ones and they all were wonderful. This is at the Rockefeller Centre.

Birthday's & Life

2011-10-18T08:22:00.004+11:00

Today is my birthday. When I was a child I couldn't wait for my birthday and it took forever for it to come around.
It's a bit of a different story now as they come around much more quickly in fact I am sure I had one last month.
My dear husband actually remembered this year and even made sure by buying me flowers the day before.
And No I am not 60 Mum. (she said "you're turning sixty this birthday aren't you" on the phone the other day)
I am turning 54 which I thought was so old, when I was 19 and Geofff's dear mother Erica was fighting a loosing battle with breast cancer. She was 53 and died seven days before her 54th birthday. Narelle Erica was born on her birthday that year sadly she never saw her, even though she tried so hard to make it, Narelle was 10 days late.
Thankfully we have advanced with screening, education and treatment since then.
She had found a lump and ignored it worrying about it herself but not wanting to worry the family. By the time she did go to the doctor it had got larger and spread through her body, I now think how brave she was, never ever complaining even through all the treatment she endured.
So I think it a joy to get to any birthday and I for one will never complain about getting older, life is a gift even in good and bad times.
So stay vigilant even if you think you are too young to get cancer always get any lump checked thoroughly insist on an ultrasound, I have a friend who is well today because she insisted 20 years ago, even though she was told not to worry she was too young to have Breast Cancer.

This will be my last post for three weeks. I am so excited, I am off to NYC first and then to the Quilt Show in Housten tomorrow.
I will take lots of pictures of the wonderful quilts at the show and share when I get back.
Bye for now, enjoy life.

New Yuwa Fabrics

2011-10-13T18:49:00.002+11:00

Just got a new shipment of absolutely gorgeous Yuwa fabrics from Japan, particularly loved the Paris one, as well as these sweet little paper dolls and family tree fabrics.

Inspiration

2011-10-09T16:40:00.002+11:00

Once again I know I should keep better track but good intentions go out of the window when gathering random pictures that inspire, so apologies to the origins of these lovely images. I will try to keep better track next time.

Sarongs

2011-10-06T22:34:00.002+11:00

I am finally feeling a bit better after being sick last week, so much for me always saying I never get sick. Anyway I had a bit of a sniffly day out on one of Melbourne's worst days (weather wise) and had lunch at the amazing St Ali's.
It was recommended by Emma and I was a bit worried it would be full of Hipsters giving us the look "you know, the what are you doing in here look"
but was pleasantly surprised by lovely service, food and an eclectic bunch of diners. Certainly worth a visit.
Meanwhile a bunch of gorgeous sarongs have arrived at Scarlet and would be great used as fabric for that feature fabric or just Sarong's.

Beautiful Spring

2011-10-04T08:40:00.002+11:00

I always say I love Autumn in Melbourne the best but we have been having such lovely days here after our big storm I am reconsidering.
Meanwhile we are getting in new fabrics on a daily basis so this is inspiring me to get out my sewing machine now the painters have finished. Images from Pinterest of course
Have a good week.

Scarlet Jones New Stock

2011-09-26T15:56:00.003+10:00

For those who don't get a chance to come in to Scarlet Jones You can look at my blog for more images, here are some photo's I took last week. I have now got all my stock from my buying trips in Paris and NY back in January and am slowly putting it out.
The latest to arrive have been the wonderful new Christmas stock. That will go out mid October so keep an eye out as it is amazing.

Life on the Lawn

2011-09-25T10:00:00.003+10:00

I always say I need go on the show " Life on the Lawn." At the moment we are having our own show.
I am having my house painted at the moment and talk about turmoil, all our possessions (maybe more of mine than anyone's) are in two rooms and out on the back lawn. I am even going to work really early to get out of the house.
Can't wait until they are finished but then the fun starts. I hate to think about putting it all back as now I look in and then shut the door, and do a Scarlet "tomorrow is another day!"
I bought these fragrant Lilly of the Valley at the Market this morning to cheer myself up, they are so pretty.
During the week I took some photo's of work in progress of lovely customers, that was looking just gorgeous. Loved the green version of Effie's split 9 patch.

Glad That's Over!

2011-09-24T18:46:00.003+10:00

A big thank you to those who came to my Sale today it was the best one yet! So nice to see everyone loved the huge discount on Clearance Fabrics and luckily Gordon will be bringing new Liberty fabrics on Monday as our stock is looking decidedly depleted!
Loved these images via pinterest.

SALE SATURDAY

2011-09-21T07:39:00.003+10:00

My Spring Sale is on this Saturday 9.30 -4pm and it is my old fashioned Sale where everything will be discounted at least 20% this includes Liberty and linen, unfortunately because we are so busy in the shop and fabric flies out the door it does not apply online. If you know what you want you can call and we can do it over the phone to get the 20% discount.
I will also be having super specials on the footpath for $5 a metre (Cash Only 1 m min)

Spring Flowers

2011-09-19T08:11:00.002+10:00

It is so pretty in Melbourne at the moment with all the new growth and flowers everywhere.
Heads up to anyone out there , I have made a snap decision to have a Spring Clean Sale on Saturday and am doing my 20% off Everything! including Linen and Liberty.
I will tell you more later in the week, but pass it on as I am going to also have some amazing $5 fabrics as well.

Old and New

2011-09-17T17:23:00.005+10:00

Yesterday a fellow came in with these old packets of cotton thread, I could have any colour as long as it was black. I bought them for display but if anyone wants to buy the single cotton reels or a packet just come into the shop and ask Effie.
Also this week we have received these beautiful velvet ribbons from a French company I bought from earlier this year. The 10m reels are $24 or $2.50m, the colours are really lovely.
I also have a photo of this gorgeous skirt a customer was wearing which looked like a version of the Amy Butler Barcelona skirt, as soon I get a minute I will have a go. I love a ripping challenge.
Couldn't resist a photo of the lovely collection of voile's I have in stock. They are all 54" and $25 a metre. Just wonderful for summer scarves or clothing.

Recycle

2011-09-14T07:54:00.002+10:00

It's interesting how recycle is such a thing now, for our mothers and grandmothers it was just the norm. Everything was always re used and all mum's vegi scraps were just put in a hole in the backyard, things were mended and even when they could not be the buttons were always removed and then the fabric saved for the ragman.
These quilts were made many years ago from old 1980's prom dresses (remember that taffeta) I went "yuk" when Mum first made them but now see the beauty in them, the jewel colours are so pretty.
The bag is made like her rugs, crochet strips of leftover fabric, she made three while she was here.
I love it.

Remember Us

2011-09-13T21:47:00.002+10:00

It has been well over a year since these kittens came to live with us, when they first came they were so scared that they spent most of the time for the first three months hiding. Unfortunately they had been severely mistreated, and I came very close to returning them to the Lort Smith home where the came from. I am so glad I didn't.
They have become the loveliest cats that are affectionate and have such sweet characteristics.

The Lost is Found

2011-09-12T18:31:00.003+10:00

Well I have had a lovely month with my dear mum and sadly had to send her home on the weekend. I miss her already.
Mum is always losing her large crochet hook and when she finds it says ''the lost is found" just one of her funny little sayings that I find myself saying.
Does anyone else suddenly realize they are doing this the older you get.
Anyway the lost is really found in respect to my camera. I swear I searched my car three times (and it isn't full of crap as usual). Just tonight I looked down near my seat and there it was, I must be going mad.
So just in time as I have lots of new stuff to photograph at both of the shops now I am back to my normal blogging..

QUILTS

2011-09-09T15:54:00.003+10:00

Found these images on tumblr of vintage quilts

Inspiration

2011-09-08T18:39:00.003+10:00

These images are mostly from Pinterest and so inspirational I thought I would share.
The linen cushion is from this gorgeous blog.
Loved the photo of Bjork in the suffolk puff number. Gives a whole new take on them.

French Canvas and Linen Bag

2011-09-05T18:33:00.002+10:00

Carolyn has whipped up a couple of tote bags using the French Canvas Stripe and Linen, they look great and so easy.
Also there is a photo of old Linoleum.
Still can't find my camera and a huge shipment of reproduction 1950's fabrics have just come into the shop and are just gorgeous. I will keep looking! Meanwhile come in and have a look, they will be put online next Sunday.

Faves

2011-09-03T21:32:00.001+10:00

Loved these images I had saved, thought I would share, apologies for not remembering where they came from as they have been saved for quite some time.

Bee Skirt

2011-09-02T22:24:00.001+10:00

Just posted on Melody Miller's blog, too cute!

New Fabric

2011-09-01T18:17:00.004+10:00

New fabric arrived in store this week and are gorgeous and $16.50m. Perfect for that summer quilt, we have plenty of free patterns available with fabric purchase.
Sorry for the dodgy pic's I have lost my camera, hopefully it will turn up meanwhile the iphone will have to suffice.

Homage to the Square

2011-08-26T14:35:00.003+10:00

Just popping in to say hi, I am having a really nice time with mum, so that is why it has been pretty quiet here. The blog posting will go back to normal when she returns home in a couple of weeks.
Meanwhile I thought that I would share a couple of pictures of this Homage to the Square artwork from Joseph Albers in Moma.
I had a customer come to buy fabric the other day for a quilt she is doing inspired by his artwork.

Sleeping Beauty Quilt

2011-08-16T16:56:00.003+10:00

Effie has just made a gorgeous new Split Nine patch Quilt with just a smattering of Applique.
The colours compliment the Heather Ross fabric. The applique designs are from the fabric and Effie is scheduling a class to make the quilt and teaches you how sew on the designs with needleturn applique.
Give the shop a call if you are interested.

Modesty Blaise

2011-08-14T14:37:00.003+10:00

Modesty Blaise was my favorite character from the newspaper comics when I was in my teens, so when
I saw this large poster at the market this morning I knew I could not leave her there.

Inspiration

2011-08-13T21:41:00.003+10:00

Docklands Building
ABC Carpet & Home

Photo's of Art taken at MOMA

Spring is Around the Corner

2011-08-12T09:47:00.004+10:00

This week has just flown by, I was given this beautiful cake by one of the nicest people whom I have been lucky to meet through the shop.
I spent the beginning of the week at the Gift Fair and then picked up my mum. She is here for a month or so. I love having her. So my posts may be a bit intermittent while she is here.
This will give me some time at home to get some planned projects done.
Kathy kindly cut out this pretty combination for me yesterday.
These are the beautiful flowers I bought at the Camberwell Sunday market. It reminds you that Spring is just around the corner when the Delphiniums are only $5 a bunch, and Daffodils are $2.
With all the uglyness going on in the world I think it is always good to remember how fortunate we are and focus on the positives and counteract it with kindness and a smile. We are all one race, the Human Race.
p.s. sorry if this is a bit rambly that's just me.

This Week

2011-08-06T19:23:00.006+10:00

Pictures tell the story of what I have been up to this week.
Apple fabric used for inspiration to make a cut and paste applique cushion.
Liberty binding used to make a rose.
Designed a Chevron Quilt in my new favourite colours and Carolyn whipped it up for me. (Soon to be a class)
Had an enjoyable class Saturday morning showing how to make a ripped quilt.
and finished the day in traffic driving back from the gift fair.
I love Cape lilac trees especially covered in berries. So couldn't resist taking a photo.
So that's the end of it.

Check Inspiration

2011-08-04T22:51:00.004+10:00

I have always loved red and white checks and have a variety of sizes in the shop.
These are some inspiring pics from Pinterest

Nani Iro Baby Blanket

2011-08-02T09:42:00.002+10:00

This is my latest project I am about to start using the soft Nani Iro double muslin and Liberty pre cut binding. Makes for a very simple gift.

Market Finds

2011-07-31T17:19:00.003+10:00

It has been a perfect day weather wise here in Melbourne and it was so nice to walk around the market on such a beautiful day.
Seemed like a lot of trash and not much treasure but I did manage to come across this vintage black globe some bottles and an old UK flag that no doubt was waved by some child on the occasion of a visiting Royal.
Brought back memories of a school trip in Perth when I was 6, I remember being very disappointed that the Queen was just a "lady" and recounting this to mum when I got home.

E Mag Inspiration

2011-07-29T21:11:00.006+10:00

Cute emag site thought I would share, some really nice images to peruse over the weekend, it's in French but the pic's are gorgeous..
I loved this quilt even though I am not really a pink girl, good mix of vintage and new fabrics.
Have a great weekend.

Birch Organic Cotton

2011-07-29T20:00:00.002+10:00

It is so nice to use Organic Cotton for baby quilts, this is the latest range that will be in next week from Birch Fabrics. It is all organic including the dyes used. These images are from the Birch blog. Such cute images and lovely colours.

New Quilt

2011-07-28T18:08:00.002+10:00

These are just a few pic's of our new Linen lace that has just come in, a quilt that I designed and Carolyn kindly made up for me and one of the lovely brooches Adrienne M has made and put in the shop.
Fabric has been arriving faster than we have been able to put it away, so many nice ones but I forgot my camera today so will put them on next week.

Around The Store "What's New"

2011-07-24T09:42:00.004+10:00

A bit of Melody Miller snuck in here. (yes I know that's not a word)

For anyone who is looking for Echino fabric come in as we have just got the latest range. which gives us the best range of Echino in Australia.

Inspiration for Log Cabin Quilt.

2011-07-22T18:43:00.004+10:00

These images are from here this artist is so inspiring and this is from her vintage blog. Apparently this was what they term a "cutter quilt" in the USA. So nice she loved it and has it on her bed and did not cut it up.
I love the detail of the 1930's fabrics.

Echino on Design Sponge

2011-07-21T22:01:00.003+10:00

Just came across this post on one of my favourite blogs Design Sponge By the way all the latest Echino's have just arrived at Patchwork on Central Park, as well as some repeats like the scooter print.

Heather Ross New Fabric

2011-07-20T17:55:00.004+10:00

Just arrived, still in it's boxes the new Heather Ross "Far Far Away 2" fabric was there waiting for me when I went into patchwork this afternoon.
I am a huge fan of Heather and have loved her since her Munki Munki days. So I will unpack it tomorrow and find a special spot for it.

String

2011-07-19T19:42:00.004+10:00

One thing I can't get enough of is string so when I saw these large rolls at the NYGift fair I had to have them in the shop.
They are rolls of 300m and come in 5 colours (including the two tone) and sell for $33 or .25c per metre. They are the perfect thickness and have a myriad of uses.
Ring the shop if you are not a local and we will post them out.
Much better value by the roll.

Liberty of London

2011-07-18T08:50:00.002+10:00

At patchwork on Central we are overflowing with Liberty prints. Classics and New Seasons, we now have the largest range in Australia.

Market Finds & Violet's

2011-07-17T11:14:00.008+10:00

Before

After

Detail of Tray

These are some of my market finds today, they will all be going to Scarlet after a bit of a scrub.
(well maybe all)
I was fascinated by some old photo's that were at the Vienna Exhibition and one of Violet's took my fancy, so here is my adaptation of it, using tools to adjust the colour on the computer.

Around the Shop

2011-07-15T17:56:00.004+10:00

Finally got my linen room sorted, what do you think?

Mr Jason Grant

2011-07-13T22:29:00.005+10:00

Jason Grant is stylist I met a few years ago and I have always admired his work, he is on a visit from Sydney at the moment and popped into Patchwork today.
This is an awesome photo he took today in the shop and put on his eclectic blog MrJasonGrant Loved the photo and his blog is one of my favourites.

Nani Iro Cushions

2011-07-12T17:48:00.003+10:00

Effie just made up a large number of cushions for a bespoke order. The combinations looked gorgeous.
There were a variety of washed linen Nani Iro and honeycomb spots.

Melbourne Day Out

2011-07-11T18:38:00.006+10:00

Visited the fabulous Vienna exhibition at the NGV today and felt like a tourist while walking around the city, loved the laneways, loved the floors in Block Arcade and especially loved the Missoni in Myers.
Forgot my camera so iphone photo's have to suffice.

Best Kept Secret

2011-07-09T16:57:00.002+10:00

We are very fortunate in our little strip to have so many great cafe's.
Today Geoff and I had a late breakfast at Chaucer Cellars, it is run by Tommie (husband of one of our lovely customers Sue) Tommie is the son of our delightful Ange and Mary from the fruit shop(in our strip).
Anyway is is such a great cafe and has a really European feel, everything is home cooked, and they do a huge breakfast all day as well as other food, the linguini I had was delicious. They have also have a small deli at the back for take away.
The food is just fabulous, so next time you come to Patchwork go over and sample the melt in the mouth Muffins they do with great coffee (you do need to be early for the muffins though.)
It is such a secret little place I had to share it.

New Fabric Detail

2011-07-08T17:16:00.003+10:00

It has been such a busy week, so many new projects being started, it is lovely to see what customers choose and even nicer when we get to see the finished quilts.
I had my camera with me so got to take a photo of this great Birdsong quilt that was being made for a teenage daughter.
It turned out lovely.
Here are some more photo's of the Nani Iro fabrics in detail. So soft and inspiring.

2011-07-08T17:15:00.001+10:00

Nani Iro

2011-07-07T17:11:00.002+10:00

Today the new shipment arrived of the newest range from the talented Japanese designer Naomi Ito who is the designer behind Nani Iro fabric (which I have been told roughly translates to "subtle shades." )
The fabrics come in a variety of ways from the beautiful double muslins, jerseys and Linen Cotton blend for the larger designs. I can't wait to have something made with them, it will make me feel like Summer is on it's way.
The narrow jerseys are just perfect for baby wraps and she has done a star design for this very purpose.

Liberty Arrival

2011-07-05T17:18:00.004+10:00

We are always glad to see Gordon coming through the door, especially when he has the latest seasonals in his arms.
Sixty two new fabrics in fact! Winter seasonals and gorgeous new Liberty classics including a few of our sold out favourites.

Inspiration

2011-07-02T19:19:00.002+10:00

I have been a bit busy this week but will get back to making soon, meanwhile these inspirational images are from various people (search quilts to get the links) via Pinterest my favourite time wasting site.

Hand Quilting

2011-06-27T09:30:00.002+10:00

Now this is what I call quick hand quilting found in the same place as the photo in the last post.

Crosses Quilt

2011-06-26T15:53:00.003+10:00

Loved this photo when I saw it here thought it would be right up Aunty Cookie's alley.

Transistor Radio Pin Cushions

2011-06-23T17:57:00.002+10:00

Narelle loved this Melody Miller fabric and backed a few of the transistor radio's in linen to make these cute pin cushions.

Bug's

2011-06-22T19:00:00.001+10:00

Thought I would add some crazy patchwork onto the leftover bugs from my butterfly panel.

Butterfly Quilt

2011-06-21T09:08:00.003+10:00

I was once called the cut and paste Queen, due to the fact that I love Vlisofix. It is so easy and quick to use and gives a great effect.
These are the pics of what i did last night. I am still deciding placement but so far am pretty happy with the look. It got the tick of approval from Sid.

Butterfly Fabric

2011-06-20T09:28:00.003+10:00

Anyone who has driven past in the last couple of days will have seen the wonderful Butterfly and Animal fabrics that are in the window.
They are large scale prints and I am going to make a quilt with the butterfly one, appliqueing the individual butterfly's of choice onto a scrappy background. These are the fabrics I have chosen to go together.

Glass Fruit

2011-06-19T11:29:00.002+10:00

I have always been a bit partial to kitch, so when I saw this old glass fruit for $5 I couldn't walk past. I know, I know I am trying to de clutter but am getting bored with no cute stuff around.

Dental Floss

2011-06-18T09:00:00.005+10:00

Dental Floss is not only for teeth. It is fabulous to use when making a ruffle. Just do a large zig zag stitch over it and pull up the ruffle when you are finished.
Pictures tell a thousand words.

Queenscliff to Sorento Ferry

2011-06-17T16:06:00.003+10:00

Yesterday Geoff and I had a day Antiquing in and around Geelong, my favourite was the Mill Market on the Bellarine Hwy on the way to Queenscliff.
We finished the day by putting our car on the ferry to Sorento.
It was just like a mini holiday, really good for the soul.

New Stock Around the Shop

2011-06-15T20:53:00.004+10:00

Paper Doll Furnishing Fabric
Pre washed French Linen absolutely beautiful
Pre washed French linen
Red, Cream and Blue Linen Gauze 260 wide

So Cute

Liberty Quilt Top

2011-06-14T08:45:00.005+10:00

Yesterday I finally finished my Liberty Quilt I had ripped up the other day, I have made a variation of the Birdsong quilt. Now to choose a back and send it off to the quilter.
I would love to hand quilt it but am pretty slow and want it in the shop quickly.

Linen Gauze Dyeing

2011-06-12T15:25:00.006+10:00

Today I have been playing with and making scarves from linen to put into Scarlet Jones.
I have hemmed the side edges and I used the Rit dye in Fuchsia and black to dye them. I am also overdying stained and bright, gaudy old scarves, these are the results.

Closed Sunday and Monday

2011-06-10T19:12:00.002+10:00

Just letting everyone know that we will be closed Sunday and Monday due to the Queen's Birthday.
We are open Saturday from 10 - 4pm

Liberty Necklace/Garland

2011-06-10T09:36:00.007+10:00

These little necklaces are made using the leftover scraps of my butterfly garland.
You never need to waste any Liberty as even the tiniest scraps can look beautiful made up like this.
You just need a pack of Liberty 1/16th's available in Patchwork on Central , some vlisofix and a sewing machine. (cut out your shapes and sew them together.)