Saturday, 20 April 2013

The Great British Sewing Bee and a Sneeky Peek...

Hello just a quick one today.
Went on the weekly shop this morning it never fails to make me irritated spending so much money on food and essentials but hey it's got to be done.
So imagine my joy when I got to the book aisle and spied the Great British Sewing Bee book!
I've been an avid viewer of the programme on at 8pm on a Tuesday on bbc 2 and was so disappointed that  it's going to be the last one next week it's gone so quick! Wish they could have squeezed some more episodes.
Not being one to spend frivolously....I had to make an exception and buy it.
It did help that it was half the cover price and my partner insisted and kindly treated me to it.
 So I think there will be some sewing projects on the cards very soon. It's packed full of ideas and tutorials although it only comes with one pattern I'll forgive it! very excited about delving into it properly later when I have some quiet time after my daughter has gone to bed.
The sneaky peek is the crochet blanket I have started at the top of the photo. I wanted to do something colourful and not very complicated so I've started single crocheting a row at a time.
A nice a project that doesn't take too much concentration and can be picked up and put down.
xx
 
 

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11 comments:

  1. Bumpkin Hill20 April 2013 at 11:07

    I've really been enjoying the sewing bee too, wish there had been more too. So glad to have found your blog, catherine x

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  2. Anonymous20 April 2013 at 11:12

    I've bought myself a sewing machine this year. Wanted to start making baby blankets and bags. I think i might have to pay for a few lessons though. LOL

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  3. Unknown20 April 2013 at 12:23

    I awarded you another Leibster Award. Come check it out at http://crochetloverblog.blogspot.com/p/i-won-adri-pz-me-this-award.html

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  4. Unknown20 April 2013 at 17:17

    I am so glad that you were able to get the magazine, I am sure you will enjoy it and will get your money's worth from it. I think all over the world women feel the same about the huge amount of money we have to spend on food shopping. I know that as a pensioner now only feeding myself I have been able to cut down but still it seems to take a huge lump of the weekly budget. The colours of the UK yarns seem so vibrant I was wondering what brand you are using for this new blanket? I have ordered some Stylecraft and waiting for it to arrive here in Australia.

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    1. forgetmenotsblue21 April 2013 at 00:46

      Hello Jen. I am using my favourite budget brand it's made by wool craft and its called New fashion. Hope this helps....
      Thank you for popping in and commenting glad to know it's not just me who finds the money we spend on food shopping annoying x

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  5. Joy21 April 2013 at 01:04

    Hello again FB - I also get a bit annoyed at the money that goes on groceries but then am informed that life would be a bit boring if we just had to swallow a pill for sustenance! I think it would save time as well as money, but yes, I do enjoy good food as well as cooking it!!!
    The book looks very interesting and I'm sure you'll get even more inspiration from it. I have seen it mentioned in a few places but haven't heard anything of the programme here in Australia, sadly!
    You have some lovely bright colours going there - it will be nice for you to have an easy relaxing piece to work on and I'll look forward to seeing it's progress. Joy xx

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    1. forgetmenotsblue21 April 2013 at 12:47

      Oh I agree couldn't be doing with living without good food! I wonder if it will be released on dvd or maybe you could watch it online somewhere maybe on the bbc iplayer website.
      Thank you I like my bright colours x

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  6. dottycookie21 April 2013 at 06:53

    I was very tempted by that book, but have a few things I needed a bit more this month - I might wait till it comes to school with the Book People!

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    1. forgetmenotsblue21 April 2013 at 12:38

      Oh I love the book people there great for bargains. Thanks for stopping by looking forward to your next post x

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  7. Pink Milk21 April 2013 at 06:54

    How funny, I've just put my feet up with my laptop and am about to watch episode 3 of The Great British Sewing Bee! I absolutely love it. I was a bit sad to see Tilly go last week though.

    I'm loving the look of your blanket - you can't beat stripes, they're my favourite!!!

    Heather x

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    1. forgetmenotsblue21 April 2013 at 12:42

      So now you'll know who's in the finale. Wonder who will win?
      It's the first strip blanket I've attempted wish me luck!
      Thank you for commenting...still loving those anemones! x

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