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Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Progress....


Hello! Just quickly popping in here today to show you what I've been working on recently and why I have so little computer time at the minute! 
My latest 'Wheels within Wheels' blanket is coming along nicely, I am down to the last 12 circles and then I can start squaring them up.  I am really happy with the colour palette in this one, it's starting to remind me of peacock feathers and tropical beaches :)




 This is my little suitcase of unfinished things, there is my heart blanket that I was really trying to have ready for a Valentine Day treat, but I don't think it will be ready by then :( 
I'm planning today that I will get a few a more circles finished and choose the background yarn.  It's good to have achievable goals! 
One of the things I am trying to do this year is be more realistic about what I am capable of and what can actually be done in a day, rather than setting these huge lists of tasks that never get done and make me feel bad and unproductive.   I am hoping it will help me focus on getting more things finished and stop me putting off jobs that I don't want to do.  Time will tell. 



So, onward with the day! 
Have you got anything special planned today?

It's the last day of the Summer holiday's here so I guess I had better check the boys uniforms are clean and everything is ready for the return to school routine tomorrow.  I have a lot of wool shop catching up to do when I have the house to myself again, new colours to upload, crochet classes to plan and a newsletter to write.  I'm looking forward to it! :)

Have a lovely day! 

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22 comments:

  1. AngelaJanuary 28, 2015 at 9:44 AM

    It's stunning already! Love it! Those would also make lovely jar toppers, just add an edge to them. OR go bigger for hot pads...maybe even bigger for a pillow. lol It always takes me forever to get into a new routine, good luck! I've been finishing two different projects today, one is home improvement involving trim, the only a gift for a friend across the pond, involving some wood burning (another of my too many hobbies) that keep house work at bay!. lol Have a great one!

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  2. selinaJanuary 28, 2015 at 9:45 AM

    wow can't wait to see either of those blankets done! have a small project in the works myself too, which is turning into a big project as i'm not a sewer!
    love the colours too!
    have a great day!

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  3. A Whole Lotta MagicJanuary 28, 2015 at 10:00 AM

    I'm working on a harlequin blanket; it's proving to be quite the task!

    Enjoy your free time tomorrow!!!!!

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  4. cristinaJanuary 28, 2015 at 10:06 AM

    Your project is so original! I have desire to see soon finish!
    A big hug from Catalonia!

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  5. Taci simmonsJanuary 28, 2015 at 5:20 PM

    Beautiful colors Julie. You have such a great taste!

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  6. Mi Ha-PeaJanuary 28, 2015 at 5:54 PM

    Love the colours. Looking forward to seeing the end result

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  7. Hilde haaktJanuary 28, 2015 at 6:39 PM

    Wow, that looks great! Nice colors! But it looks like a lot of work. Today I don't have to work, so it's my crochet-day. I'm going to shop for pink yarn for crocheting hearts (small and large).

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  8. mamasmercantileJanuary 28, 2015 at 7:39 PM

    It is certainly impressive, I love the colour palette too. Strange to think you are talking about summer and we are in the middle of winter. Household tasks are on my list for today.

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  9. Emm.AJanuary 28, 2015 at 7:57 PM

    I like the colours of your blanket! Isn't it amazing, how all shades of blue and green go together without clashing? It's great, since nearly all shades of blue and green are my favourite colors! ;)

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  10. UnknownJanuary 28, 2015 at 8:10 PM

    That wheels within wheels blanket project looks really promising! I love the colors you chose, remind me of the sea... : )

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  11. monique's messJanuary 28, 2015 at 8:14 PM

    It is looking lovely Jules and such vibrant cheerful colourings

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  12. Anita TranbergJanuary 28, 2015 at 9:20 PM

    Her Julie.
    A Big hallo here from Denmark. Your blanket looks so lovely. Thanks for your many inspiring ideas om your blog

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  13. UnknownJanuary 28, 2015 at 9:30 PM

    You have picked such lovely colours, blue has always been one of my favourites, can't wait to see the finish make!xx

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  14. inmykitchenJanuary 28, 2015 at 9:44 PM

    Really unusual effect. I love the colour palette. Can't wait to see how it will come together.

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  15. GillianJanuary 29, 2015 at 1:43 AM

    I love your wheels within wheels and am looking forward to seeing how you square them off.

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  16. justpootlingJanuary 29, 2015 at 5:18 AM

    Oh I just love these photos of all your little circles Jules - there is something so satisfying and pleasing about them, looking forward to seeing the end product. Kate xx

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  17. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2015 at 5:33 AM

    Gorgeous. How about writing a list of things we have done instead of beating ourselves up about what we haven't done?! Love your creative blog it inspires me, that can go on the list!

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  18. algmiaeJanuary 29, 2015 at 6:48 AM

    Les couleurs ! tu as un don pour assortir à merveille les couleurs ! It's really smooth and light !
    à bientôt
    Algmiae

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  19. TammyJanuary 29, 2015 at 8:16 AM

    Awesome colour palette! I look forward to seeing what you choose to back it with. :)

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  20. Vintage Sheet AddictJanuary 29, 2015 at 7:52 PM

    Great progress, these colours zing.....really like your sign too! :) xxx

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  21. JoFebruary 1, 2015 at 6:44 AM

    Oh yes, I remember those. They look like a bit of a yarn pig! So it should be a good heavy blanket. Jo x

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  22. AliciaFebruary 5, 2015 at 6:26 AM

    ME ENCANTAN ESTOS CIRCULOS!!!!

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