Fun in my fabric world....

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Mon Ami fin! And a float on the harbour...

Mon Ami...this months quiltlet in the Le Petite group is finished. I used one charm pack of Punctuation by American Jane with some bits from her previous ranges thrown in to add variety. It certainly was interesting...SO many HST's...they seemed endless at one stage...but I am happy with it's cheery scrappy look but have noticed that the border has a slight ripple....hope it will quilt out! Now I am looking forward to next month's selection....and fabric selection!
Last weekend saw DH & myself heading off to Sydney for a cruise on the harbour with his work colleagues. Fortunately it was a little cooler than today, but still a lovely sunny day.We bobbed around on the water for about six hours and looked at all the lovely waterside properties. There are certainly some lovely homes.
Here I am looking a trifle windswept with the "coathanger" in the background (and a boat on my head!)...
Luna Park ( I have never been there...not a fan of scary rides)...
the Anzac Bridge ( great flags especially as today is Australia Day)...
the skyline at night.
Cardygirl xx

22 comments:

Unknown said...

Your Quilt looks Lovely...Good to hear DH was well enough for a little trip especially on the harbour...Luna Park was THE place to go when I was a Teen..
cheers

Anonymous said...

Love the little quilt, I have been up the coat hanger a few years back

cheers
Christine

Unknown said...

The quilt looks fantastic! But right now, I was wishing that I was with you on your little excursion. It looks so sunny, warm, and beautiful!! Here... too much snow!

Abby and Stephanie said...

Mon Ami is very sweet. Love your fabric choice. What a pretty day you had for your boat ride.

Deb said...

Sounds like you had a great day. I love Sydney - such a great city to wander around.

Your little quilt is so SWEET. Looking forward to your next one.

Linda said...

Happy Australia Day!! Your Mon Ami is gorgeous! I love the fabric and shades you used!! :-)

gracie said...

The quilt is so pretty...nice job. Looks like you enjoyed the boat ride...thanks for sharing the pictures.....

Nedra said...

Your quilt turned out wonderful. And it's so fun to see a picture of you. Sailing in a perfect location. Looks heavenly.

LuAnn said...

I love your post....the little quilt is wonderful, and I love seeing the photos of Australia. And, it's nice to see you, too. Looks like you are having a great time.

Chocolate Cat said...

Looks like it was a great day for a cruise! Love your fabric choice for Mon Ami, looks great.

Linda said...

Love the little quilt and your photos of Sydney are beautiful. Linda :)

Vivian said...

Your little Mon Ami quilt is lovely. The American Jane fabrics are so lively and fun and perfect for this little project.
Thanks for sharing your cruise. I'm envious of your warmer weather.

Julia said...

Love your little quilt, great pics Alison..the Harbour looks so lovely..
Julia ♥

9patchnurse said...

What a cute quilt! I am shockingly drawn to HST's lately. I love your pictures, just gorgeous.

Anita said...

Love the quiltlet! Nothing nicer than a cruise around Sydney Harbour on a sunny day! At least it was not as hot as yesterday LOL

Nicky said...

Lovely quilt - no wonder you're an expert at HST's! Gorgeous photos - I remember a Sydney Harbour cruise we did once - stunning scenery.

SandyN said...

Wow I LOVE the quilt... beautiful colours...

Sandyn

What a nice day in Sydney.

Chookyblue...... said...

oh it looks fantastic........a lovely day out..........

Mary on Lake Pulaski said...

Love Puctuation and such a happy Mon Ami!!
Some day I'm going to visit Sydney!

Lori said...

Mon Ami looks wonderful!!
It looks like it was a great day to be out on a cruise too.

Cathy @ CabbageQuilts said...

Gorgeous quilt Alison. Your trip to Sydney looks fabulous. It is such a beautiful city. xo

Corrie said...

Love Punctuation & American Jane's vintagey prints. So cute. Congrats on finishing. Sydney looks fun!