Father's day

Poor Tom he was supposed to get a lie-in this morning and come down to a scrummy breakfast but instead he woke early and couldn't get back to sleep so he went downstairs leaving me to have the lie-in. Still he did get some nice pressies from the children and yummy Indian mangoes for breakfast. He went off to play cricket this afternoon taking the boys with him and I was supposed to go to the supermarket as the cupboards and fridge were a bit bare. But you know I couldn't be bothered. I really couldn't. I just needed a quiet, restful day. Instead I sat in my room and did some sewing while Amber lay in the hammock reading. I sewed this little kitty from a pattern in a Japanese craft book:

I'm really pleased with how the face turned out and I'm going to finally dye some blankets this week and make a few more. I did manage to get out of the house to go and bring the boys home for supper. Poor things was it worth it - all we had was beans on toast! I justified it by telling them and myself that they had a had a nice cricket tea at 5 o'clock.  I wouldn't be surprised if someone starts telling me they're peckish - better get them off to bed before they realise.

I'll leave you with a pic of Amber's amigurumi that she finished last night:

Isn't it sweet? It's made from alpaca and so soft.

Comments

[Krista]

I've finally gotten on the computer for the first time in days, my days are hectic right now and I've no time - but.. I just had to say, I just adore your little softies. The kitten is so cute and you're right the giraffe looks soooo soft. Just wonderful!
Okay, gotta run!

[Karen]

I was so happy to see the pictures on flicker this morning. It was like a little sign, crisis over, getting back to normal. You have more than earned a little down time and a chance for some creativity.

[marybeth]

Awwweee your creations are adorable! im going to go check out your shop!
MB
http://thriftbarterbuy.blogspot.com/

[Kathie]

I'm so glad the crisis is over for you. I'm sure you shouldn't worry about your actions under such conditions. Your sister does sound amazing and if she is like you say I'm sure she totally understands and probably doesn't even look at the situation the same, just as your hubby mentioned.

Your cat is adorable! Take time to enjoy life especially after such a troubling time and just create beautiful things and rest. You may not think you did as much as your sister, but it was your house everyone was at and I'm sure you did a lot to make everything run smooth so your sis could help your mom. You're a good daughter! And a GOOD sis!

[weirdbunny]

Hey Amber that's cool, wish I could make on of those! Loving you bunny too!

[weirdbunny]

sorry kitty, not bunny!!

[Erin]

These are adorable : )