It was one of those weekends where there was just enough going on in our days to keep us busy but not too much to feel overwhelmed. We felt satisfied and happy with the things that we got achieved, there was a bit of couple time, some family time and some crafty time too, I like having that balance.
There is just one more week of school left for my girls (where did this year go!) so on Friday night Miss 8 had her carols night, the first at her new school. It's always a special time seeing your child up on stage singing their hearts out and smiling with delight as she does it, it was such a proud Mum moment for me.
Sunday was quite a productive day for me, I really need more of these with Christmas coming up lets hope so. I managed to finish off my ornament swap, I've been procrastinating on the finishing off of it but it's all done now. It's just waiting to be wrapped and put into the post to my recipient. I also made some spoon stakes to give to my Nan for her birthday present, it's always fun doing a bit of hammering and banging of the constructive kind.
We then finished off the weekend with a walk together to explore a new park in our local council, it was good to get outside together.
How was your weekend? Was it a busy one? I hope it was a good one.♥
Beautiful weekend photos,I love how the ornament turned out and your spoons are a wonderful idea, Wendy xx
ReplyDeleteThose littler ornaments are just darling! and I LOVE those little spoons with the name of the herbs on them ... I just found your blog and it lovely :)
ReplyDeleteEllen xx
Love your ornament Cateherine, so intricate and detailed. And your herb spoons are pretty spesh too. meld
ReplyDeleteThe spoons are awesome and your ornament is very pretty. :)
ReplyDeleteI have some 'Sage' spoons in her room, just like this. Yours are just gorgeous xxx
ReplyDeleteYour balance of weekend activities sounded perfect Catherine. I love the shot of Miss 8 - such a pretty photo of her :) And your ornament for your swap is gorgeous - your recipient is very lucky indeed.
ReplyDeleteI'm starting to feel a tad overwhelmed by all the Christmas 'to-dos' as well - mainly sorting out gifts but I guess that's normal at this time of year :)
Have a wonderful week x
The spoon stakes look really awesome. Such perfect gifts.
ReplyDeleteOh that balance can be so hard to achieve.
ReplyDeleteLoving that kangaroo paw shot. It's my favourite.
What a magical photo of the night coming on in your neighbourhood! Your ornament is beautiful and I love the spoons too. Have a lovely week Catherine!
ReplyDeleteReally lovely shots, the first one takes my breath away with those lovely lights looking like stars!
ReplyDeleteLovely weekend of mixed activities. I really like your Christmas ornament, beautifully done.
ReplyDeleteOh my giddy aunt how utterly deja-vu-ish!! We made spoon herb signs on today! Such fun. Your photos are magnificent. I particularly love the one of your beautiful babe. Thanks so much for sharing your world. :) x
ReplyDeleteYour weekend looks like a perfect balance...love your spoons . xxx
ReplyDeleteThat balance is hard to find at times isn't it Catherine, especially at this time of the year but good on you for achieving it.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love your ornament, it's lovely.
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Lovely snippets of your days. I love your embroidery, simply stunning....you have inspired me when I can find a spare moment amongst all the other creating. Xx
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really looking forward to reading more posts from you.
ellie xx
Those painted wooden poles are so cute! Sounds like a lovely weekend with beautiful weather. Your ornament is so pretty as are the spoons. Our school week began yesterday. I can't believe your girls are already gonna finish up with school? So strange how different your seasons and school year are way over there. :) We've had lots of rain today which is unusual for my corner of the world. Take care and have a great week. Tammy
ReplyDeleteSounds like a lovely weekend. Those painted poles just made my day. So fun! Also I know you're handmade ornament will make your recipient's day too! :)
ReplyDeleteYour photography is always a joy. It is wonderful to see it evolving too. I am hoping my photography skills will make some progress in the new year. Hope you are having a lovely week Catherine.
ReplyDeleteI just love your Christmas ornament. Stunning!
ReplyDeleteAnd those spoons. I'm impressed that you made those yourself. I honestly thought..."yay, Catherine will let us know where she brought those from". You're a clever lady.
I think these types of weekends are the best. The perfect mix of connecting, relaxing and getting a few things done.
I hope you're having a happy week.
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Wow your weekend looks just beautiful! The ornament is so delicate -it's bound to be a hit with your partner.
ReplyDeletei love the photos on this post and the metal spoons are just wonderful x
ReplyDeleteCatherine that ornament is just exquisite!
ReplyDeleteI was sure I had replied here - maybe blogger at it!!
ReplyDeleteYour weekend recipe sounds great
Love, love the ornament and the photo of your beautiful girl
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How time flies...I remember marvelling at your spoons last Christmas Catherine...they are still lovely.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a wonderful weekend...i really need to try and factor in more couple time and crafty time...seem to be all focused on kid's at the moment!
I love watching the kid's up on stage...Miss Teen is getting a bit old now but i have it all to look forward to again with the twins i guess!
Thanks for sharing your wonderful weekend with us xx
That last photo is sooo beautiful, as is your Christmas ornament. You're one talented woman.
ReplyDeleteRonnie xo