Tuesday, March 1, 2016

An anniversary......and a giveaway








A lovely welcome to all you lovelies. A lovely welcome to what seems to be my three year anniversary of my foray into the Land of Blog. I cannot believe it has been three years since I began this fun-filled journey; that it has been three years since I began to skip down my lovely bloggy path.

A path where some of you have walked with me from the very beginning and others whom at different junctures, have happened upon my quirky, little corner of the world. You have paused at our beautiful, blue Hydrangeas at the front, opened my front gate and walked along my flower-filled, garden path to say a cheery hello.




Upon stepping on our little front porch, you stopped at our bright pink door and probably have quizzically questioned........"a bright pink, door.....really????" Yes really!! It's okay....you are not alone. In this far rural outpost, many have come aknocking, scratched their craniums and wondered about that bright pink, front door.....but somehow it just works.



Now here's something your beady li'l eyes haven't spotted before. Just recently I painted the concrete, porch floor and stencilled doilies here and there. What better way to celebrate an anniversary than to reveal a pretty new floor.


Love it!!


And of course, a bucket of pink, darling Dahlias goes perfectly with the pretty new floor.....oh and of course....that bright pink, front door! =)


Opening that questionable, bright pink door. you have ventured inside many times, walked along the bright, botanically themed hallway (which I pasted a couple of botanical books,  page by page to the walls) to stop at the doorway of my sewing room, to have a little bo peep as to the goings on in my happy place.


Time after time, you have peeked into my sewing room to see what pretties were being concocted; where pretty ribbons, lovely laces, rainbow-filled fabrics, buttons, vintage fripperies and a little bit of this and a little bit of that, twirl round and round in the merriest of dances.



You have seen me jump off the precipice of  'safe' stitching down, down, down to the valley of free hand machine stitching where there is no unpicking, no rubbing out of one's 'sketches', no eradication of one's boo boos.




You have espied me add to my real estate portfolio. You have seen me design, knit and stitch cute houses, adding many a whimsical touch to a  pretty streetscape.







You have glimpsed me tart up many an op shop treasure......many a jacket which needed a little Kim Sharman touch, a little embellishing......oh how I love embellishing!!


...........oh.....and upcycle kiddos' jeans and jackets.




You have noticed that I have stitched a few bags. Bags that I can sling over my shoulder, enabling my hands to be free whilst diving head first into cavernous containers and fossicking for treasure at markets, op shops......wherever my travels may lead me.









You have glimpsed a few lampshades, using all those lovely doilies from my dowry of cloth....oh... and a machine sketched pretty.



You have marvelled at my clever prodigies who visit 'The Kim Sharman School of Stitching Excellence' in the afternoons and dream up magical creations. Yes all these pretties were fashioned by one of my clever gals. She is sooooo clever.....don't you agree??


You have spotted many a basket..........

Baskets of flowers.



And......baskets overspilling with pretty laces and oh-so-fancy fripperies.



You have had a peek-a-boo at some lovelies that are not quite finished. "Mmmm.....I wonder when she will finish that Cathedral quilt?" I've heard you questioningly whisper, many a time. It's okay.......I too often have wondered when this Cathedral pretty will sit atop my bed with a heavenly chorus above, jubilantly carolling....."IT IS FINISHED......HALLELUJAH....HALLELUJAH!!!!!". Perhaps this year.....perhaps.....perhaps????



You discovered that I love to stitch the odd hexie or two or three or............!


You have occasionally (very, very occasionally) peeked at a woolly or two that I have knitted. I must, must, MUST get those pins clickety clacketing more in the coming years.



You have caught a glimpse of  many a teapot.......both for the enjoyment of a spot of tea......



and....as a receptacle for flowers.......both the........look beautiful, and then metamorphose into a pongy bunch of organic matter within a week, kind........


and.....the bedazzling, ribbon kind!






After ambling through our quirky abode, you have opened yet another door and found yourself strolling through a glorious patch of earth, where flowers at different times of the year,   sashay in beauteous unanimity, in the most gleeful of dances.


Since we arrived here in our little patch of paradise, my husband has been slowly transforming, in what can only be described as an eyesore,  a rather unremarkable patch of earth, into the most glorious garden. He has been weaving his magic into the most stupendous of tapestries, with colours interweaving into a vibrantly hued palette.



Each season brings it's own beauty. It is my husband's most favourite place to be. Our garden is a place where the soul is refreshed; where the body, mind, and spirit slowly heals.



After wandering around the garden you have stopped at our pond; sat for a while in our garden swing, drinking in the beauty of the pond. Indeed, this little oasis soothes the soul and has the power to calm a fearful and worried mind. It is a place where many a cup of tea has been enjoyed. It is a tranquil place. A place where I often sit and reflect on the majesty of God's handiwork that surrounds me. A place where I am reminded of God's goodness and His love for me......and my thankfulness to Him.











You have often seen Maisie make an appearance. She is always ever so willing to be the subject of many a photo. It seems she loves being a model!


You have had a little look at pretty cushions I have fashioned using oodles and oodles of ribbons and a pretty doily or two.



Which brings me to the most important part of this rather lengthy celebration. Are you still there?? Good!! To celebrate my anniversary I thought I might play with some pretty ribbons once more, fashioning ribbon flowers to create a cushion with overspilling, floral abundance. Yes indeedy, I have made this pretty to  gift to one of you lovelies; to thank you for your lovely thoughts and your many kindnesses throughout these past 3 years......oh.....and to thank you for strolling along with me, down this path of memory lane.







Now....if you are a no reply blogger, could you please leave your email in your comment so that if perchance your lovely name is drawn out, I will know where this pretty can travel to.

As I wind-up, it strikes me what a wonderful place this blogging caper is. Some of you whom, though I have never met in person, I feel as if I have known you all my life. I feel as if I could just pop over to your place for a cup of tea served in a fine bone china tea cup and luxuriate in a chat about all things pertaining to this life we live. Indeed I feel that you and I are kindred spirits. I have visited your lovely blogs and am continually inspired by your uniqueness,  your beautiful imaginations and your amazing creativity. 

This bogging community is one of encouragement and friendship. This blogging community is filled with beauty, inspiration, affection and love. There have been many times when your kind thoughts have wrapped around me in the warmest of hugs.....thank you. Thank you, to you lovelies who have taken precious time out of your day to pay me a visit, all the way down here, and have been so kind as to leave a lovely comment or two. They always bring a smile to my heart.

So here's to more posts as I skip along the fun-filled road of blogland. Here's to more skipping along the bendy path penning my thoughts; a few more posts waxing lyrical about the next pretty I have fashioned; a few more posts oohing and aahing over some gorgeous blossom I have picked from the garden......or some other funny story to bore you make you giggle. This blogging caper is really rather akin to keeping a visual journal, after all.

Until the next time........








70 comments:

  1. I thank the day I found your blog. You have inspired me to decorate my home in color and your blog has brighten my days many times. You are so talented in many ways. I love to see what you are making and love your garden. Of course I am one of your loyal followers and please enter me in your giveaway. Happy Anniversary and many more in blog land.

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  2. Oh Phew!!! I was getting a bit worried that you might be saying goodbye!!! So glad you took me on your journey through your lovely home and garden. I adore your front verandah with the stencil work on it. How clever you are. May you have many more gorgeous years of blogging, it's always wonderful to drop by and see what mischief....oops....to see what you're up to. lol
    Cheers, Anita.

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  3. What an absolutely amazing post Kim!! I am so glad you and I found each other so I can continue to enjoy your pretties. I think your pink door is way cool, but it's the stenciled floor that has me totally enthralled. I want one!! I suppose the apartment managers would take a dim view if I were to haul up the carpet and paint the floor so I could stencil it. Darn!! Congrats on your anniversary.

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  4. Congrats on your anniversary! I am looking forward to seeing the loveliness of your stitching and your garden here for many years to come. It's lovely to see your three years in pictures all together :)

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  5. Dear Kim:
    What a paradise your garden is - I can't wait to see it in the upcoming season! I love all the ideas you have shared in your "review". I don't have a high tech sewing machine but can't wait to get back in my "new" sewing room once I move. I loved the lamp shade with the vintage linens.

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  6. Lovely Kim, I think you are a charming and whimsical little fairy that sprinkles her fairy dust onto the hearts of those that visit your beautiful blog. You, my dear and sweet friend, are ever so enchanting and your creations are straight from a fairytale!

    I know I say this all the time, but your bless my life with your beautiful self and glorious blog. You continually leave me in awe of your whimsy and talent. I am so, so, so glad we "met" through blogging and it's truly an honor to know you!

    May you be blessed with many more years of blogging, dear one. You are a sweetheart to offer a giveaway when it is us that should be giving YOU something for your time and beauty. Love and hugs to you!

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  7. Happy blogiversary, and thanks for sharing. I've been following you for just over a year, and look forward to more.

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  8. Well that was quite a stroll down memory lane. Your gardens are absolutely beautiful, wish I could say the same for mine. Once again, you are so creative, I am envious. Congrats on your 3 years of blogging.

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  9. What a great blogpost today!This tour of your world impressed me so much! I love all the flowers, and the doilies on the floor and blue and pink my favourite colours, and the hydrangeas (like the ones my grandpa had back in Istanbul when I was a kid) and the graden and the flowers I could almost smell, and all the crafty things, so much talent in everything you do. Wish you all the best always to you and your husband! Happy blogoversary, and if it is open for worldwide readers count me in for that lovely cushion you generously made and offer!ariadnesky(at)hotmail(dot)com AriadnefromGreece!

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  10. Kim, I am slowly coming out of hibernation and so blessed to find not only more of your beautiful pictures and words but your giveaway as well. Your work is truly art and whoever wins this beautiful cushion will treasure it always. Happy Anniversary!

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    1. Welcome Gina....it is a delight to have you visit. Thank you for your lovely comments. Have a beautiful day. Kim Xx

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  11. Happy Anniversary to you, wonderful friend, who created this stunning page, and to this little corner you've 'cut out' for us all on the web, my darling Kim !
    I'm so grateful to you for so many things ... I don't know where to begin from ... the review of your story here, made thanks to your so lovely photographs, is simply amazing ... never change, my beloved friend !

    With so much love
    Dany

    P.S. Your pillow is truly so very lovely I'd love to win it ... you know, I love to surround myself by things made by friends, that's my home !

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  12. Hello dear Kim, congratulations on your bloggy anniversary. Now I must admit I was busy drooling over your hydrangea pics when you showed the first photo of your pink front door & my heart skipped a beat & I leaned in real close to the screen & in my head I went "oh my gosh, she's got doilies on her porch floor!!!" I am sure I gasped at the same time !!! Such is the effect a good ol' doiley can have on me :-) I very much enjoyed this post as I do ALL of your posts & yes, I feel like I could just arrive & have a cuppa with you as if we have known each other for years. You might just have to search my bag before I leave tho !!! Thanks for the opportunity to enter your gorgeous giveaway x x x x

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  13. Happy blogiversary! I loved the stroll down memory lane, and I loved all the pictures. Massive is so cute in the pictures as well. I would love to win your beautiful pillow. All your creations are so well done!
    Have a great day!
    Love in Christ,
    Ashley
    creatingpreciousmoments.blogspot.com
    ashleysyarnworks.blogspot.com
    Ps. If you need to contact me, please use the contact form on the right side of my blog. :)

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    1. How lovely to have you visit my place, Ashley. Thank you for your delightful comments. Kim Xx

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  14. Happy Anniversary Dear Kim. The discovery of your blog has given me so much joy, inspiration and just plain pleasure. I will be forever thankful I "stumbled" across your blog. Looking forward to more in the future. And I would LOVE to come and visit sometime for real. But in the meantime I enjoy every minute of our virtual visits.

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  15. I love the doily porch. Stupendous. Always enjoy a chin wag with you and a wander through your garden, it is truly magnificent. Happy bloggy anniversary. Cant wait to see the cushion, Ill come and pick it up...I jest but count me in for a win :)

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  16. Absolutely gorgeous post !!!! All the pictures are lovely !!! And the colors !!!!
    Thanks for sharing !!!!
    Have a delighted day !!!!
    Anna

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  17. Just found you through Stephanie, of course! What wonderful stitchery you have shown us. Although I am a patchworker I have never tried working with ribbons, and loved your designs.

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  18. What a delight it was to skip along your path, Kim, of fabric, flowers and sheer beauty through your front door and to your peaceful pond. Your creativity amazes and Inspires me! Your newly doily stenciled porch is perfect as a whimsical touch of charm. Happy 3rd Blogging Anniversary! Thank you for the opportunity to win your lovely pillow. xo

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  19. Happy blog anniversary Kim! What a beautiful blogpost. We all enjoy your stitchery and the georgeous patchwork you've made.
    And your garden with the fabulous flowers, the blue Hydrangeas and the Dahlias...
    Thank you for all the amazing pictures.
    Hugs,
    Loes

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  20. I positively waltzed with you down memory lane and twirled with joy to the sewing room pausing to admire the newly painted doilies on the concrete and congratulating you on the brave and inspired choice of perfect pink for the front door!
    But oh...I came to a halt in the garden! It is BEAUTIFUL! Every turn offers more delights for the eye (wish I could sniff some blooms too!)
    all of your work is awesome and we thank you for sharing so generously with us!
    Congratulations on three years blogging and may there be many,many more!

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  21. Hi Kim
    I have enjoyed each and every single post and picture. You talent both in textile and gardening is amazing and thrilling to see. I drool over all of it. Happy Bogiversary and THANK YOU for continuing to share here on the blog.
    xx, Carol

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    1. You are very sweet, Carol...thank you. Kim Xx

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  22. Thanks so much for these lovely photos of your home and surroundings! Where I live it's the still the middle of winter--cold, overcast, and snow covered, so seeing your little corner of the world is very uplifting! I guess everything is opposite; I have to admit I'm drinking my lemon tea from an insulated tumbler-lol! Your porch floor is wonderful--I love your creativity!

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  23. Since I haven't been with you the full 3 years it was very nice to go through your look back and see a bit of your past posts. I will have to say you do such lovely work, and I just loved your painting of the front porch that looks fantastic, the stenciling is such a beautiful touch, Love your gardens too! May you have many more creative years ahead of you, Happy Anniversary!

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  24. Congratulations my dear Kim for the 3th blog anniversary. As a matter of fact, that's me who should thank yoy for your incredible creativity which inspires me so deeply! Your way of life is really an inspiration, and I can assure you I never ever loose a post of yours.
    Besides, The place where you are living it´s paradise, which I believe helps to be very happy!
    Lots, lots of hugs from Portugal.
    Nina

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    1. If I can inspire you, Nina, just a little, then that is a wonderful thing. We all gain inspiration from each other's lovely blogs, don't we. Thank you for your lovely comments, you have warmed my heart. Kim Xx

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  25. Such eye-candy!!!! Thanks for all the beauty and inspiration.
    Kathy

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  26. Hi Kim and a very happy blog anniversary. Always a joy to visit and see such an array of beautiful things you have either made or which surround you. Love your garden and beautiful front door. A gorgeous generous giveaway which I hope I win :-)))

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  27. Your garden pond is gorgeous! So are many of your fancies. Please put my name in the drawing, the pillow is gorgeous! thecharmofhome@yahoo.com

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    1. Thank you so very much for your lovely comments. I seem to spend a lot of time sitting in front of the pond...thinking...dreaming. Kim Xx

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  28. Happy blogaversary and what a lovely inspiring post to celebrate with. Gorgeous creations and a lovely tour round your garden and your right just what the soul needs. Here's to many more inspiring blog posts.

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  29. Kim, the beauty of your creations...actually beauty just isn't a strong enough word...I think only heaven alone is the only place that must hold a candle to them...anyway, I was utterly mesmerized the first time laid eyes on your blog and I was basically speechless. You have a tremendous gift!

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  30. Happy Blogversary!- Love your beautiful colourful blog - you really are one of a kind! :-)

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  31. Congratulations on your anniversary!!! Your blog post is filled with such joy and eye candy, thank you for sharing a bit of your space with your readers! The pillow is absolutely gorgeous and I love the pink door!!!

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    1. How lovely to have you visit my place and leave such a lovely comment....thank you so very much. Kim Xx

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  32. I truly think your place must be right next door to heaven! My goodness, as you showed us one beautiful picture after another, the delights were amazing! Your talent is truly amazing! I love your freehand machine stitching, and all the glorious beauties you have created! And the gardens outside - simply magnificent! I am somewhat new to your blog, but so very happy to be here, and to have been blessed by the inspiration afforded here with all you do! Such a beautiful pillow you have offered up as well, a delight for whomever should be the lucky recipient! Many blessings to you today Kim, and I thank the Lord too for such special blogging friends as you. We are blessed indeed! :)

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  33. Well done!! I love all your outdoors views. Really beautiful///

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    1. Those flowers ain't half bad are they. Thank you for visiting my place. Your comments have delighted me. Kim Xx

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  34. Oh my - I'm dazzled by it all. I am stunned by how much you get done. How do you keep up that glorious yard and find time to do all that glorious stitchery? Do you ever sleep? Your home is simply charming - love what you did with the floor. Love love love that pink door.

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  35. I keep coming back to your blog to see your beautiful pictures! You know I love your stitching, but I also LOVE those flowers. Congratulations on three years of beautiful blogging!

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    1. Thank you, Laura, for your lovely comments, you are very kind. Kim Xx

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  36. Your blog has topped the list of my favorites from the first time I discovered you! I have told many a friend about your amazing talent and told them that you, 'are one to follow'. Queen of embellishments, creator of the most creative. That's you my friend! Your gardens have me in awe! Your sweetheart certainly has talent as well. My garden is my happy place, but not nearly as gorgeous as yours. Congrats on three years! The ribbon pillow is stunning! Wouldn't expect anything less from you sweet friend! Glad you'll be sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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    1. It seems you and I, Jann, belong to the mutual admiration society. =) Thank you so much....you are very sweet. I am humbled by your lovely comments. They have made me skip through my day. Kim Xx

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  37. Gosh, forgot to mention how much I love your pink door and stenciled porch!
    hugs,
    Jann

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  38. I love the doileu covered porch!!! Brilliant! And the pink door! Love it though my husband wouldn't be keen on it. Hehe. You have created so many lovelies!!! What a crafty talented woman you are!

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  39. Hello Kim,

    Congratulations on your three years of blogging. Your husband has done a wonderful job on the garden while you have worked inside. Love the entry way, far too pretty to walk on. Do you have a vegie garden, would love to see what is growing in it.
    Have a lovely week in Tassie.

    Happy days.
    Bev.

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  40. I found you just a few months ago and was just about thinking I'm losing your lovely blog, but you are celebrating an annivesary, Congratulations ! I love your soft feminine and quirky crafting and decorating, and what a beautiful garden you have, I love love your verandah doilies !!

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    1. Haha.....my post did kinda read like a 'swan song'.....the final 'last hurrah'....didn't it. I love blogging, so I will be around for a little while yet. =) Thank you so much for visiting my place and leaving such lovely comments, Nicolette, you have made me smile. Kim Xx

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  41. Kim, I can't remember the day, when I became your follower, but till today it's some type of miracle for me :). I live in Russia, and the weather's here not comfortable for such wonderfull houses :) It's too cold :). Your house, your garden and totaly all in your style impress me and "give food" for my inspiration and thoughts. Pink door - super!!! Thank you :).
    O yes, I leave comments rare but I read :)
    My congratulations with 3 years anniversary!!!!!!!

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  42. Hi Kim,
    If I ever showed up at your beautiful pink door, I am afraid that I would never want to leave. The stencilled doilies on your porch floor are just wonderful!!! Every detail in your home is perfectly magical. I could look at these images all day! I find myself lost in your header image just looking for something that I may have missed.

    Your eye for creating embellished details is extraordinary and I appreciate the artistic talent all over your house. You are amazing! Congrats also on your anniversary!
    Linda
    mysewwhatblog

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    1. Thank you so much, Linda for your lovely comments. If you were ever to knock on my pink door, you and I would have to sit on our front porch, share a cup of tea and have a good chin wag; with those stencilled doilies under our feet....wouldn't that be the best fun! Kim Xx

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  43. What a charming home you have, surrounded by a wonderful nature. I have seen so many beautiful handycrafts, admire your creativity. Thanks for coming to my blog.
    Congratulation on your blog anniversary, dear Kim !
    Greetings from Germany, Carmen

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    1. It was lovely to visit your lovely blog, Carmen. Thank you so much for your sweet comments. Kim Xx

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  44. Has it really been that long? HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!! Thanks for the refresher around your little abode. Love your front porch painting.

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  45. Congratulations, Kim!
    O what a glorious garden. The foxgloves, profusion of wisteria, cosmos, wonderful irises to name a few delight the eye. Your husband is a mighty gardener with an extraordinary emerald thumb.
    I love your pillows, quilts, dollies and the pink door. The atmosphere inside and out...heavenly.

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  46. What a fun look back at your blog. I love all your creations, your beautiful gardens and the spaces you showed.

    Thanks for sharing at SYC.

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  47. Your pillow is gorgeous!! I have been admiring silk ribbon embroidery on Pinterest as I look for ideas to embellish crazy quilts. I am just a beginner, though.

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    1. Thank you for your lovely comments, Carol. You will find that in no time at all you will be embellishing to your heart's content. Crazy quilts and silk ribbon embroidery always look magic, no matter what skill level we have. No matter what, they always seem to have that wow factor. Hope you are having the most wonderful day. Kim Xx

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  48. Kim, I love your stenciled doilies on the porch floor. What a great idea. Have a great day! Sylvia D.

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  49. Hello Kim , Happy Blog Anniversary!
    I so loved going through your blue gate and being greeted by all those wonderful blue Hydrangeas. Your husband is as creative as you. I LOVE your pink door!! Our house is blue like yours but sadly my door is not so vibrant, maybe I too should be a little more daring!
    All of your creations are wonderful. You truly are a very talented lady and you most definitely bring some colour and joy into my world.
    Have a wonderful week ahead :)

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  50. Oh my goodness! I fear I am too late to the party : )
    Your garden is once again exploding into an absolute glorious place. The pink cosmos are still a favourite. That patio of doilies. You are brilliant. I love it all. A couple of my co-workers were just in Tasmania while on. Quilty trip. I kept thinking of you. So close, yet so far. I am in a dizzy spin over here with all the prep work. I will soon GE opening my knitty shop : ) Yes, do get those needles clickety clicking!

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  51. Congratulations my dear Kim, for blog anniversary and for this stunning post! All of your creations are wonderful!I love your pink door and stenciled porch!I love flowers and your fabulous garden is a piece of heaven. The garden pond is absolutely gorgeous!It's incredible the dedication of your husband to have the garden like this. It was a pleasure found you! Thanks so much for sharing such beautiful photos! By the way, I took a flower from each photo and now I have my vase full of beauty ^_^
    Wishing you a wonderful week!
    Hugs and love from Portugal,
    Ana Love Craft
    www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com

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  52. How did I miss this post?! Congratulations, dear Kim! I look forward to reading about your future endeavours. So many beauties in one post. I LOVE the stencilled doilies on your porch. It's so you :)

    -Soma xx

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  53. Oh Kim....I so enjoyed this post. Your flowers are just breathe taking!! And that floor!!!! I HAVE to do that to my laundry room...when I do, I'll share a pic. HAPPY HAPPY Aniversary! I'm so grateful we've "met" as your blog and friendship brighten my day. V

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  54. Congratulations on three years. It's nice getting to see a wrap up of everything you have shared. I like your pink door, and so many other aspects of your house and gardens, and, of course, your wonderful makes. You have a great eye for colour.

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  55. I seem to have missed the best post EVER while I was away from blogging the last few weeks!! What a joy it has been to read through this post and see once again all the things that are YOU. I love your charming home and am always amazed at all the beautiful, whimsical pieces you create. A true artist and the gift you pass along to everyone in blogland and your own sewing girls back home. How lucky those young girls are too! Although I'm a bit behind, Happy Anniversary! all the same Kim. It's always such happiness that you portray here, and I hope you continue blogging for a long time yet.
    Cheers!
    Wendy xox

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  56. Your sewing room looks fabulous. I could loose myself in there forever. I love your pretty cushion. I bought the silks, I have the book I just need those extra elusive hours to have a go and make maybe a rose or a butterfly or two. Hugs ValeryAnne.

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  57. YOUR BLOG IS JUST BEAUTIFUL.YOUR GARDENS ID DIE TO SET IN FOR JUST ONE DAY. I LIVE IN HUNTINGTON BEACH, CALIFORNIA ILL RETURN TO ENJOY YOUR BEAUTIFUL WORKS AGAIN...

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