Candle light, knitting and chemotherapy

I finally finished the Debbie Bliss Cardi I was knitting adding Cath Kidston cloth buttons, I am pleased with the 1950's look and plan to wear it over the holidays.

I was back at the hospital today for blood tests ( it's Day 15 of the second cycle) and again my immune system is low, neutrophine is .6 with white cells low, the haemoglobin is 11.6, so I have been asking people not to visit for a few days until I build up my resistance again. I have good energy during the day and have been sleeping and eating well. 

I am keeping the candles lighting and the stoves are blazing also. I am so thankful for all the visits, texts, messages, calls, comments, letters, cards, flowers and well wishes from all over the world. From Australia, America,Singapore,Belgium, Norway, France, England, to name a few. I had a huge bouquet of flowers from friends of my daughters and niece in England arrive today. There are wishes in the post box everyday. I really feel so supported and loved, thank you all so much, I really appreciate each and every one of you. 

Big hugs, 

Margie ❤️

Tea for two

Cath Kidston cups, saucers, tea pot and tea cosy (all birthday gifts) make tea time fun.

I love a pot of Earl Grey poured while it is not too strong and a good dash of milk.

How do you take yours?

Big hugs,


Margie

Baby Crafts and Nursery

The Nursing chair is recovered in Cath Kidston material, with a little heart shaped cushion for extra comfort

I knit some Debbie Bliss fair trade organic eco cotton wash cloths and some women at my work made the pink basket to hold all the little necessaries.

I thought the Bugaboo needed a bit of lace....

Mel's girlfriends brought her this little elephant, among other gifts, at the Baby Shower.

We found this little pony head (it makes horsey sounds) at the local Joules store in Henley.

A bit of history, the Silvercross, a traditonal English and Irish pram much loved by Grannies and those of us (almost Grannies) old enough to remember them.

Another baby quilt work in progress, this one for the car seat.

The cot is ready, cosy and inviting.

The wardrobe full of gifts, family treasures and must haves.

Everything ready and waiting for this little girl, who like her mother and aunty will arrive when she is ready (Mel was 19 days overdue, Leiny was four).

More news when she arrives.

Big Hugs,

Margie

More Baby Crafts

I have been busy creating a cot quilt, bumper and pram quilt, bunting and dolls in ready for the arrival of baby. I love this work and have a wish to do it full time.

I based all the designs on the heart favors I made last year for Mel and Chris's wedding.

Leiny and Rommeij baked 100's of cupcakes and these tiny little cakes for our Easter party.

I am in Henley on Thames helping to get the Nursery ready this week, so more news soon.

Big Hugs,

Margie

Sharing the Love Giveaway

To celebrate all the joy, friendship and love I have received through my blog and with both Mr. Margie's and my own birthdays near the end of the month, I am having a giveaway. Up for grabs are a Cath Kidston book bag, teacloth and mug, a Margie's Crafts book cover (CK fabric and vintage button), and two of the favors from Mel's recent wedding (also handmade by Margie's Crafts, using some CK fabric, lace and vintage buttons). Please leave a comment and I will enter you in the draw which will take place Saturday July 11th.



Recently I won a giveaway hosted by LuLu at Coastal Sisters, beautifully crafted earrings. This week I received the parcel, you cannot imagine my delight when I opened it up to find the Eiffel Tower earrings and other beautiful handmade gifts with some special notes of love, all wrapped and presented with care. I urge you all to visit the Coastal sisters Etsy shop to see LuLu's and Lisa's work, there is a sale on there now. (LuLu, Thank you very much for your generosity and kindness. Your work is a pleasure to behold on line and even more so in real life).




Good luck everyone,

Hugs,

Margie