T'was the Night before Christmas ----

Nothing was stirring-----

well not exactly true --

I've been stirring tablet, ginger fudge , truffle mix !!! this evening

And am sharing an early Christmas present to me from

Kath

which she allowed me to open yesterday --- a lovely surprise visit ---

Thank you Kath -- I love it --

Taking a prime spot on the shop wall !!!!

Time has flown at

the sew room

and lots planned for

The New Year

Thanks to all my friends and family for their support

and wishing everyone the best time this

Christmas

Anne xxx

Only me !!!!

OOOOO So Long Since My Last Post !!!!!!

Almost forgot my password to sign in !

Well so much been happening -----

with the opening of

the sew room

but it was so great to take some time out on Sunday

and meet up with Kath,  Alison ,  Erika,  Mary and Charlotte

over at

The Papeterie

for Andy Skinner's workshops.

The first very painty--

just loved the rust technique !

 Then a break for lunch.

thank you Kath for a fabulous spread ---

 After lunch--

more paint , Gesso and dry brusing --

 Great texture and methinks I'm going to cut it up an do some stitchery

as it has such a flexible finish .

(maybe get it done over the Christmas break !)

I really enjoyed the time out and came home with some of Andy's stamps

to use in the shop---

Tomorrow Tim starts this years

Twelve Tags

but will probably be playing catch up again--

however Kath is all ready for action !!!!!!

Wont leave it long to post again

and hope all well with everyone

and remember today is

WOYWW

so join in over on Julia's blog !!!!

Anne x

WOYWW

Take time out and travel round lots of fabulous blogs this

WOYWW

over on Julia's.

On mine today is.....

finding space in the sew room

for the gorgeous new fabric

cabbages and roses

which arrived yesterday.

(after I had just merchandised !!!)

Also will be finishing the prep for tomorrows childrens workshop.

Have a great day everyone

Anne x

Uninvited visitor

eyes on stalks and breakneck speed !

the spider not me !

but I still managed to catch him and escort him outside .

I've never seen a spider with feelers like these before .

The ladies attending the workshop were well pleased he had vacated the premisis.

Workshop updates and news over on

the sew room blog

Anne xxx

Report from the sew room

this morning was the Childrens workshop at

the sew room

thank you girls

it was great fun

next week

a halloween treat bucket

anne x

Just Home ------

and  all set for

the sew room

launch

Only to finish setting the table !

Door opens at 10.00 am

so do call in and find out what

the sew croom

is all about .

Spent a very busy day unpacking the new fabric

and with the help of a good friend

cut all the kits for Sunday's Workshop .

And Samm and Lily out to get me organised !!!!

So all shipshape and ready for action !!!!

Hope to see you if you're in this neck of the woods.

Anne xxxxx

Phew !!!!!!

Mr Delivery Man made it !!!!

Early afternoon today saw the arrival of new fabrics to

the sew room

Just in time for the official opening on Saturday

and the shabby raggy cushion workshop on Sunday

looking forward to the weekend

Anne x

WOYWW......

Or in my case what should have been on my desk this Wednesday!!!

Loads of new fabric for the shop ----

The shipment arrived in Aberdeen at 7am   and at 6pm there was no sign of it !!!

So much for a half day !!!

But there's always a silver lining .......

Samm and Lily came out to Alford instead of me going in to them and we spent a super afternoon

doing jobs in the shop and Liiy was just charming the socks off all the customers .

I stayed open whilst awaiting Mr delivery man and had lots of new faces popping in .

And there's more ...

after the girls set off home I stayed on and took time to make the sample for a childrens class next week,

as those in this neck of the woods know it's the tattie holidays

 The class --- 

a cute little cushion with a heart applique

they learn blanket stitch and practice sewing on buttons

then finish by constructing the cushion

and tah dah

their own creation

The class is at --- the sew room

44 main street

alford

on Thursday 13th October

10am - 12.30

Fee -- fifteen punds

email ----   annemaysew@hotmail.co.uk
to book a space

off to feed the troops  --- (hubby and dogs )

anne xxx 

GJWTHF --- The Projects -----

Well , Kath and Debz -----

As for me will post pic as an edit tonight ----

who left camera at shop ???????



EDIT ADDED
 8.30 Tuesday evevning
my project .....

Have to say again what a fabulous day

and if you want to keep up with what's next click

here

still been busy

Had a super day with Moira at Rustiques . yesterday

Six lovely ladies had fun discovering the versatility of

Annie Sloan's Chalk Paint.

Off to the shop soon ---

more deliveries  -- bit like an early Christmas !!

Anne x

What a fantastic day !!!

Yes , it really was great fun yesterday at

GJWTHF2

at the Papeterie

with chums Kath and Debbi and a host of fantastic ladies

They really were stars.....

intense concentratuon and a hive of industry

Working away on the shabby chic Christmas Cone....

which was renamed Rustic Christmas ....

although other names may be available over on Tina's blog soon  -- Eh Tina ????

he he !!!

great hilarity as Tina and chums "modelled " their finished pieces ---

Tina has the pictorial proof !

And special thanks Tina for the pressies

Beetroot chutney opened and enjoyed with the curry and wine last night ,

before putting my feet up for the evening !!!!!!

Tired but happy .

HUGE thank yous to Kath and Debbi for all their organising

and making the day run like clockwork.

You are two SPECIAL people !

Charlotte at the Papeterie was as always the perfect hostess,

even making us yummy cupcakes --- thank you Charlotte x

Well , today am  off this morning to work in the shop

(the sew room ,alford ----- just a reminder lol !)

then in to Costco

Tomorrow over at Rustiques

Busy Busy Busy

Anne xxx

My Bags are packed and.....

I'm ready to go ....

leavin' in a fast car-------

well leaving in plenty of time in case I get stuck behind the tractors and harvesters that are out at this time in the morning

Papeterie here I come .

yay

anne x

Sleep Perchance to Craft !!!

Only one more sleep !!!!!

See you in the morning

girls just going to have fun too !!!

anne xxxxxxxx

ps  Sorry
 the sew room
closed tomorrow .but girls just want to have fun first ...
then ....
join me next Saturday for the launch !!!!
sewing machines at the ready !!!!
cheers!!!
edited ... maybe that should read glasses at the ready !
cheers 
lol

Bags of Fun.....

the first ever workshop at

the sew room

I enjoyed a relaxed evening with Alison and Janette ,

I even made a bag too, we were so laid back .

The workshop will be run again for those who wanted to come,but were working or had prior arrangements.

as promised pics of Tina's fab card and Alison's  amazing shadow box

Thank you both x

Anne x

WOYWW

Today am off into the shop to enjoy my new workspace

and am slowly getting my stash installed ready to get making !

looking forward to this evenings workshop

the reversible bag,

marking the start of many more fun classes at

the sew rooom

More boxes to unpack too............

from the Buttonbag

fabulous kits for children and great for , dare I mention the

Christmas word !

 more pics later , along with the promised pic of Tina's fab card

and another gitft from the very talented Alison-----

who I must ask again-----

WHERE IS YOUR BLOG????

Alison makes the most wonderful things and really needs to share them.

well have a great day everyone and take time to pop to Julia's

for peeks at lots of inspiring workdesks

this

WOYWW

Anne x

NOT LONG NOW ----

GJWTHF2

fast approaching ---yay !!!!!

Am I Keen or What ?......

Setting up early for Saturday ???

Just kidding--pic from last time---

but it wont be long til

GJWTHF2

look forward to catching up with everyone.

see you all soon

Anne x

Do you Know what it is yet ???

Both Kath and Debz have Sneaky peeks up

for 

Girls Just WanT To Have Fun 2..... 

so this is mine ....

maybe too much information ?????

Well I'm off for an ice cream --- ??????

Will be at Rustiques Tomorrow catching up on all the new stock

Am sooooo looking forward to Saturday !!!!

With all the shop decorating etc ,  feel I've been out of touch with all that's going on in

craft land !!!

Have a Happy Monday
see you all soon

Anne xxx

Workshop---

Reversible Sling Sac Bag
By
 Hamble & Jemima

Wednesday at 6.30 -9.30pm

at

the sew room
44 main street
Alford

forty five pounds

all materials provided
and a cuppa .

fabulous fabric and a must have bag !

let me know if you need a machine

have new singer machines that need running in !!!!

email

annemaysew@hotmail.co.uk----

short notice but was awaiting deliveries
so thank you Emma and Beth for the great service.

hope you can join us

Anne x 

First things First ....

Huge Thanks to family and friends for all their help and support .

Today was very special....

Just love this gift  Kath brought ....

Was so good to catch up with both Kath and Debbi today,

seems ages since we've been together and not long now  til GJWTHF !!!

Talking of which another big hug to Tina who travelled down from  Lossiemouth to visit !!!

Pic of her fabulous card tomorrow

Tina is the queen of all things jam and chutney !!!

(beetroot being my fav Tina !!!)

Thanks for popping in Janette, and so great to see you  Emily, been ages !!

Look forward to seeing you soon Alison for a sew in !!!

and hugs to Archie and Max .

Hope the fabric matches well with your chair Heather -- see you soon at the workshop x

Nice to catch up Mike, Catherine and  Jan , after NEOS...

gosh this could go on a bit -----

lots of local support too

and a welcome visit from Mr Postman !!!

So can now toot about the reversible bag workshop on Wednesday now the supplies have arrived !

Starts 6.30 pm

email me on annemaysew@hotmail.co.uk

to book

Will post pic tomorrow.

Talking of pics an update on the shop...

My last but very special visitor was cus Moira ,

after a busy day at Rustiques she made a big detour home to call in and treat me to a

refresher tutorial on lampshade making !!!

kits available in both shops .

Remember to check out her paint workshops here

Lookin forward to tomorrow ....

Anne x

Open all Hours ??????

Not exactly,

 but will have the door open tomorrow despite not having all the stock deliveries !!!

No update photo so you'll have to come see for yourselves !!!

But this little gem is so cute ...pincushion and tape measure ....

great pressie ....

Love to see you if you can pop in

Anne xxx

the sew room

44 main street

alford

and don't forget to visit Julia for
WOYWW

Sew News Headlines .......!!!!

Introducing

the sew room

opening soon

at

44 main street

alford

an exciting new retail sewing destination,

where you can create and make in the studio workroom,

 support and inspiration always on hand.

 workshops , sew socials and private tuition.

not forgetting retail therapy.

The view from the opposite direction ........

The Retail Space ......

and the prep so far......

The past few weeks have been a complete whirlwind and yes I am opening a shop in Alford.

I hope you will come and share my workspace.

Hope to have the doors open next Thursday, followed by an opening party at the beginning of October,

After Girls Just Want to have Fun .

**********

Am excited to be stocking

Annie Sloan Fabric and Chalk Paint

so  workshops have been launched in conjunction with Moira,

details on the Rustiques blog

here

All the shop fittings are being chalk painted,

so still lots to do.

************

Sass and Belle stock arrived today !!!!

Love it.

***********


AND more workshop news to keep you all busy.....
debbi  , THE promarker queen,   has "next step" classses coming up......

Debbi says ........

"The first class will be on Tuesday the 27th September from 10am - 12noon at The Papeterie, will cost £15 and we'll be concentrating on embossing with die-cutting machines.

You should take along a basic kit e.g, trimmer, scissors, double-sided tape/glue and other favourite tools.

To reserve your place please call Charlotte or Rachel the Elf at The Papeterie on 01224 802337

If there is sufficient interest I'll be running the classes fortnightly."

 

*************************

Back soon with more updates

Anne xxx

WOYWW

Late again !!!

A before pic of my new workspace from the opposite direction..........

An upto date pic in the morning !!!!!

Hope you all had a good

WOYWW

Am off to Julia's to catch up

Anne x

Important reminder---

Today is the fundraising event in aid of Mistletoe for cancer

in memory of Angela

details
 here

so come out to Alford and lend your support !!!!!

In

Alford Village Hall

10.30-3.00.

Also in Alford is NEOS

at

The Heritage Centre

10.00-5.00
10th-18th September
Sundays 11-4

Photograpy by Jan Holm

Textiles by moi

and hosted by

Gaelo Jewellery

have a great weekend

Anne x

Quick Workspace Update..........

Amazing how quickly you can run out of space !!!!!!!!

And the Annie Sloan projects to finish ......

Busy day today ..prep for NEOS and more waxing .

Have a great weekend everyone

Anne x

WOYWW

Today will see more Annie Sloan , this time waxing to finish the pieces,

will take photos  but meantime....

pictures from Monday and Tuesday at Rustiques....

 FABULOUS !!!!

What's on your workdesk today ?

Pop to Julia's and wander round lots of exciting desks this

WOYWW

Have a great day everyone

Anne x

Sew much to do --- so little time ----

This week sees a host of things to do---

NEOS fast approaching ---

SATURDAY !!!!!

and  ????? what else am I up to !!!!

well today and tomorrow at Rustiques--

Moira down in Birmingham getting heads up on all the hot picks for the next season .

I've been doing a lot of Annie Sloan painting---

and working on a new space----

workspace that is --

and chums Kath and Debbie have been  sitting on my news for a little while now,

so promise to give update before  the weekend.

WOYWW will certainly have a new meaning for me after trying to work on the kitchen table all this time !!!!

Also remember Saturday is the fundraiser at

Alford Community Hall

details here

so do go along --

Anne x



Firstly...... For Angela.........

A Special event in Memory of

Angela

to raise funds and awareness of

 Mistletoe,

 hear Angela talking about Mistletoe

The details of the event can be found

here

hope you will support

Anne xxxx

Secondly --- my news later xxx

Jobs Done .....

The pincushion Kilner storage

and the Moon Fabric cushions delivered....

(ooops forgot to take pics of them)

however missed

WOYWW

but will pop round and visit over the next few days .

Just to update you all, I am no longer at

Simply Create

I have  moved on to spend more time on my own projects,

although I did love working there and meeting all you "crafty" customers,

and a little bird tells me there's a chance to grab some

"back to school" bargains  in the shop!!!!!!

Talking of "little Birds"

pop to

Rustiques

and see the new feathered friends in stock .

Anne x

Saturday Night's alright alright !!!

In the words of the song!!!

No not dancin' , but nice to unwind at the end of another working week ----

Should be finishing projects---but---

we all need time out ---

normal service will  be resumed tomorrow ---

Lily sitting and sewing !!!

Neos is fast approaching...

10th - 17th September

Have a great weekend everyone

Anne x

What's in Store ?????

Having been chatting to Heather about the old style Kilner jars...

how delighted I was when she appeared at Rustiques with.......

So today will be making my pincushion/buttonstore  !

And sharing a pic taken on Monday at Rustiques....

So many gorgeous items !!!

Off to work , catch you later

Annex