Ruffled Bag

Finally it is hot and warm in the Netherlands this summer. I know you all in the USA has to much sun and a very dry summer but here in europe we desperately needed some warmth and sun. Finally we can sit in our gardens and enjoy the sun, sumer is already halfway gone before we could do that. But I also had to do some creatve things. I walked around for weeks with the idea of making a ruffled bag but couldn't find the tme for it. Always the same problem wih us creative girls... time. I made this bag using a lot of old and new lace, used my embroidery machine and make a lot of ruffles..haha.

Close up

I love summer flowers and every week i have a fresh bouquet in my kitchen. Can you smell them??

I wish you all a nice weekend.

A beautiful Gift.

It's a long time since my last post. I have been on vacation to France and after coming home it was very busy. Lots of hospital visits and beeing busy with my children and grandchildren. I love summertime but it can be very hectic sometimes. When i came home i received a most beautifl gift from Dorthe. She is so creative and makes the most beautiful Dolls and mixed media collages. Visit her lovely blog here. I couldn't wait to open the package and the first thing i saw was this beautiful card.

After opening the other beauiful wrapped packages i was really thrilled. Dorthe spoiled me with one of her unique angel dolls as only she can make them. She has a lovely friendly face and her dress is made from the most beautiful old lace. Even her wings are made from lace.

Look at her tiny lovely shoes

And if that wasn't enough she made this beautiful collage.

Look at all the nature elements she have used on this collage and that letter made from seashel. Beautiful!!!!

Dear Dorthe you are such a good friend and I am so happy with your beautiful gift. It has a very special place in my house. LOVE YOU. OXOXOXO Yvonne ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Now something different. My little ganddaughter of 1,5 year needed a dress for a special occasion and i made one for her. My daughter asked me to use blue and bright colors. I made this dress and little purse for her. Front

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