coastal reflections...

This week I have been inspired by the Spring colours found along the Sunshine Coast here in BC.

this little light of mine...

 I've been enjoying making lamps and lampshades 

this past week to place in The Boutique.

A single lamp can give such a boost to a forgotten 

or dark corner.

Nothing quite says home like a little lamp. 

A Soft Place to Fall...

 We all need one.

A Soft Place to fall that is.

This week I have been making pillows for the Touches of Home corner 

of The Boutique, 

and also for my own home.

 There is something about even just looking at a pillow 

that brings a sense of relaxation.

It is the suggestion that perhaps,

in just a little while,

you will indeed find your Soft Place to fall.

My Hands Have Been Busy!

I've recently been enjoying creating these Fingerless Glove Arm Warmers.  

Being cosy and warm during these frosty Winter days is important to me, so I created something that I would want and then made many more and put them in The Boutique!

I love how they can go all the way up and over my elbow if I am wearing 3/4 sleeves

or how they can look great scrunched up at my wrist for added warmth there.

Of course, the added fun for me is then making sure that they have a coordinating companion!

 Whether it's a lovely Two-Tone Hat, Reversible Boot Cuffs or Cushy Cowel to complete the look, I think that these Fingerless Glove Arm Warmers are fantastic!

Now… Christmas is coming and my sewing machine is beckoning me…

I wonder what it has in mind to create for those that are on my list…

Boot Cuffs!

This has got to be my current Fab Favourite for Fall/Winter 2013... Boot Cuffs!

I'm just now in the process of getting all the different colours worked up and onto The Boutique shelves.  And if I'm blessed with managing my time wisely... 

then Fingerless Gloves and Hats to match!

Ssshhh......

The Sleep Masks are a hit!

So I'm busy sewing up some more for the Shopping Extravaganza Evening, 

coming up in November.

Love these cotton blend ones...

call them Spots Before My Eyes!  hahaha

These cotton backed ones are not only soothingly comfortable

but are so pretty with the hand-woven, pure Thai silk front covering.

The Sleep Masks have been available in The Boutique for a while now and come with a black insert to ensure lights out!

My, How Time Flew!

My goodness! 

 Time really must 'fly when we are having fun' after all!  

It seems like absolute ages since I've even attempted to show some of the items that I've been creating lately.  Now that Fall is upon us though, it seemed fitting that they make their appearance here before they find themselves on the shelves of The Boutique or wrapped up as gifts!

 The always classic Cloches are beginning to make their appearance.  I have another even twenty to get on the shelves tomorrow and then it's on to Fingerless Gloves!

The Slouch Hat is already on the shelves and is quickly becoming one of my favourite hats of the Season.  

The Headbands have also found their way into The Boutique although I've kept one aside for myself in anticipation of those brisk Autumn days ahead!

These little brim hats are always popular and stylish.

And the Versatile Cowl is not only cushy and easy to drape on,

but it's also a great way to add a bit of pizzaz to an outfit!

Well, there's much more to come in the following weeks...

glad to popped in to take a peek!

with love,

Parisienne Snap Purses!

These little Parisienne inspired Snap Purses
are now on the shelves in the Touches of Home corner
of The Boutique.

I think that they are delightful
and plan to make one for myself for my iPhone!

The Parisienne Collection

There is a new line being introduced into The Boutique in the month of July...

The Parisienne Collection!

The items pictured here, the fully lined Lingerie Bag and the large 18" x 18" Pocket Pillow, have already been placed on the shelves in the Touches of Home section, and I am presently creating a line of little Snap Purses, along with more Pocket Pillows, Lingerie Bags and Totes... with a few other little surprises as well!

Everything made with love,

Beautiful Summer Hat Versatility!

This chic and versatile 100% Cotton Summer Hat will be soon on the shelves of The Boutique!

This style is also available in a beautiful shade of raffia and each are embellished with a fabulous Shabby Chic floral accent.

I can hardly wait to wear one myself... 

Summer, here we come!

The Most Curious Thing...

These Mini-Pocket Pillows sure are popular!  

I'm currently in the process of making more for The Boutique in preparation for Christmas, along with a good selection of other items as well!  

It's the most curious thing... I really love everything that I make (or I honestly wouldn't be making it!)... and it gives me so much  pleasure to know that they will soon be blessing others.  I'm quite surprised at how intimate each item I make has become to me... like I said... it's the most curious thing!

Mini Pocket Pillows

I'm just putting together a collection of items for the Touches of Home section of The Boutique.

Part of the fun is creating these delightful little Mini-Pocket Pillows that only measure 6" x 5".

I'll be using them this year to give away with perhaps a gift card tucked into the pocket or an item of jewelry. 

 A little dab of Lavender Oil and a few tissues tucked into the back pocket also makes it a lovely addition to any bedside or dressing table.

Ruffled Pocket Pillow

Among the various items I've been creating lately are these gorgeous and substantial Ruffled Pocket Pillows.  All I can tell you is that I absolutely love them myself and so I'm hoping that you will too!  I'm presently putting together a collection that will be available for purchase in The Boutique by the end of September.

What a wonderful gift to receive by itself or with a special book or favourite magazine tucked into the back pocket, perhaps along with a few tissues and reading glasses.

These soft, drop cloth Ruffled Pocket Pillows add such a lovely, elegant and inviting touch to any corner of a home, whether it's the bed or even tucked into a leather club chair.

Hope you like them!