Last week my friend Hazel opened her new Magpie and Thimble Studio. So I made her this in celebration . She has the words chalked up on a board for everyone to see and they seemed perfect to turn into a stitched panel to hang on one of the walls. 

I just love applique and free motion embroidery and quilting. Hopefully you do too. 

Heres wishing you every success Hazel.

So much happening in the past few months. Apart from the fact that I haven't been able to get into my blog- all solved now so here is some news.

Well of course the Jubilee Celebrations are coming up very soon. We are planning a street party here in Claremont Avenue, with tea and cakes and of course all wearing pinnies !! well the ladies anyway. 

I have made some extra ones to sell in my etsy shop and in Middleton Hall in May. Perfect for your street party or just as a commemoration piece to join in the fun. 

And a couple of Queenie Art Dolls too. 

Also in my etsy shop are my One in a Million Art Stump Dolls. 

Each one is  numbered and each one is unique. Really lots of fun. 

Just before I go I must tell you about my friend Hazel. She is opening a brand new 'inspire- explore- create ' studio in Newport Pagnell, Buckingshamshire. You will be able to experiment with paint , fabrics and all sorts and play to your hearts content. 

See her Magpie and Thimble blog ( on my side bar) for more info. 

Good luck Hay - great idea for the area. 

Bye for now. Promise I will try to add more often.