I finished the birdhouse, one of those frenzied midnight jobs in order to end the day on something other than dishes. So nice to choose all the wallpapers patterns and colours to complement each other.
And I even had a bird to test it out. Now I'm itching to make another one, maybe in blues and greens, can already picture three of them in a little bunch on my walls.
A few colourful finds recently too.
I found the fabric at the school fete. It is Noah's ark family covered with pairs of all different animals. I am hoping Roboboy lets me make him some shorts.
In the event that he spurns my offer, I thought I would start something else as well. A little present for a new baby. Time to ferret out some of that stashed corduroy. And then faff around with no actual idea what I am doing. Did I mention there is no pattern, just an idea in my head?
In the meantime, miss Liongirl was raiding my shoe and scarf cupboard as she and Roboboy collaborated to get those boots on. Yep, we are the fashion elite over here at Betsy's. I swear I do not go to work in my nightie or mix pink horizontal stripes with maroon.
I think this is some attempt at striking a pose, Madonna Vogue style. I think this girl and I really need to crank up some Justine Clark and prance around in our PJ's practising our MOVES. This was one of the few photos that did not involve poking out of tongues.
Back soon with some finds for Betsy.
Sweet birdhouse for a cute little birdie. My brother and I used to raid the dirty clothes closet and dress up in our parents clothes. Yikes! (That was 40 years ago). :) Have a great day. Tammy
ReplyDeleteGorgeous little bird house. I spent the weekend being crafty with my girls this weekend. So much fun :) not long finished blogging about it as well. Lol
ReplyDeleteShe is priceless Mel as is your commentry.
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DeleteOh my goodness where to start look at your fashion girl....and that birdhouse is so sweet.....sweetest post!
ReplyDeleteHad to laugh at the pose! I was worried you'd let a REAL bird in your bird house. Bird poop and vintage wallpaper together are a NO-NO.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh the bird house has turned out beautifully. A group of them on a wall with a few floral plates would look great. x
ReplyDeleteVery cute birdhouse...and so neat too, no wonder that little bird looks happy :) little girls in Mum shoes always make me giggle, so sweet x x x x
ReplyDeleteVery cool birdhouse! I have one waiting to decorate, too.
ReplyDeleteYour daughter is hilarious! So glad thou took photos to look back on ...
Giggling now because the iPad turned "that you" into "thou" in my previous comment ... No, I'm not really an Amish housewife hiding in my broom cupboard with contraband technology ...
ReplyDeleteReply to your kind offer Mel (not sure if you received my reply through the usual channels?):
ReplyDeleteI'd feel horrible if I ripped out Lucy's wallpaper Mel (I felt guilty enough painting it!) so thank you very much for your lovely wallpaper offer - but although I'm tempted (yours is so much nicer/groovier) - I'll say no thanks this time.
You've already thanked me for the skirt Mel - ages ago. Don't worry I know you've got alot of stuff going on. And you don't need to put it on your blog either.
I love your little bird house and its resident birdy, love Kylie x
The feeling of satisfaction creating is so much greater than the boring old dishes. My hands have been a touch too cold to get creative lately:) Your little bunny idea is very sweet indeed, love your colour and fabric choices. And Miss Liongirl what can I say you can pull off any outfit and always looks super cute:) xx
ReplyDeletei think I have that brightly coloured fabric too! Was it a curtain?
ReplyDeletexo em
Just choked laughing at Fiona's comment above! Priceless!!! Anyway... the birdhouse is completely divine, so impressed with your crafty skills! xx
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