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Eyecatchers & Wind In The Willow

New Zealand - A Land Downunder

Also home to "Wind In The Willow" - http://gretagirl.typepad.com/wind_in_the_willow/

Interests: music, art, needlework, crafts, traveling, creative cooking, fine-line drawing, and anything and everything "inspirational" and i really would like to connect with other like-minded people out there . . . .

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crafting around

Have been doing a bit of crafting recently ~ not much but just enough to keep my creative side going ~ Brooches, both knitted and stitched and what do you think of my "love-heart" lavendar smellie ~ Lavendar is in abundant supply at the moment so hence been picking and... Continue reading

Posted Jul 27, 2012 at Wind in the Willow

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Yes, I'm going to miss all your "inspiring creative" posts ~ I have enjoyed popping in over the years ~ but all the best for your future endeavours!

Commented Jun 13, 2012 on takk at tiny happy

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mount cook

Lastest Acrylic painting from Denise . . . . Iconic New Zealand scene ~ Mount Cook . . . . simply stunning! Continue reading

Posted Jun 8, 2012 at Eyecatchers - New Zealand

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Thanks for popping in and leaving a message ~ yes Golden Bay is such an amazing place, if you ever visit NZ, the Takaka district is a must~place to visit!

Commented Jun 3, 2012 on takaka at Wind in the Willow

sunset on canvas

At work we have a wonderful painted canvas by Ingrid Jansen (a local lady) ~ it's hangs opposite where I sit so I look at it regularly and it inspires me to want to pick up a paint and brush and be creative myself . . . . I have... Continue reading

Posted Jun 1, 2012 at Wind in the Willow

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beach art

We have a quirky artisan in the district who goes down to our local beach and sketches out patterns in the sand . . . . his tools of trade are usually a Garden Rack, Spade, String and a few sticks . . . . I'll try and post up... Continue reading

Posted May 25, 2012 at Wind in the Willow

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Just have to say that your Holiday away looked lovely and relaxing! Fab photos too!

Commented May 10, 2012 on leafy green at tiny happy

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golden bay

Just thought would put up some more photo's of my time in "magical" Golden Bay ~ it really is a stunning place especially down on the coastline when the sun is going down . . . . "if the wind will not serve, take to the oars." Continue reading

Posted Apr 26, 2012 at Wind in the Willow

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takaka

Just recently I went over to Takaka, Golden Bay for work and we stayed in a lovely little place by the sea . . . . did alot of evening walks and exploring around the place ~ so much to see and discover . . . . it's such a... Continue reading

Posted Apr 13, 2012 at Wind in the Willow

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Thanks Joanna ! Yes, need to keep the motivation up so abit of fresh and lovely scenery all makes for a good mix to keep me going.

Commented Apr 12, 2012 on down by the tasman waters at Wind in the Willow

down by the tasman waters

One of my new years resolutions is to get abit fitter . . . . my clothes are starting to get on the snug side and I am not particularly liking it so I have decided to do something about it . . . . each day after work I'm... Continue reading

Posted Mar 23, 2012 at Wind in the Willow

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What a awesome idea! Very cute indeed and practical too!

Commented Mar 23, 2012 on wrap around for autumn at tiny happy

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I have to say that I'm really hooked on this stitching thing ~ it's a good hobby to have while chilling out watching TV at night! Thanks for popping in Joanna!!!

Commented Mar 16, 2012 on inspiration at Wind in the Willow

inspiration

I've been inspired by some lovely "creative" books with alot of "William Morris" type designs . . . . so hence my being in the "creative zone" and stitching up of different creative pieces. To be honest I've got so many pieces that I've experimented with that I really have... Continue reading

Posted Feb 29, 2012 at Wind in the Willow

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The book looks charming ~ it looks like one similar to some that I've been given recently ~ just LOVE the illustrations!!!!

Commented Feb 3, 2012 on botanicals at tiny happy

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Welcome Francesca and thanks for popping in ~ I have to say that I was intrigued by your Squid Risotto ~ very unusual combination indeed but sure it would be yum for those who like that kinda of thing! :-)

Commented Jan 25, 2012 on corner view - black and white at Wind in the Willow

Thanks Kelleyn, Woolf and Mezzamay for your kind comments!

Commented Jan 19, 2012 on corner view - black and white at Wind in the Willow

Hi there Swig ~ thanks for popping in and leaving a comment! I've had a nosey at what you do and outstanding creative pieces indeed!

Commented Jan 19, 2012 on small winged things at Wind in the Willow

Thank~you for leaving all your wonderful comments and for coming in and checking out my blog ~ hope you will be back!

Commented Jan 18, 2012 on corner view - black and white at Wind in the Willow

Looks like an awesome place Melissa !!! Hope you settle in quickly!

Commented Jan 12, 2012 on an old house at tiny happy

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corner view - black and white

I have featured these on the Eyecatchers Gallery but thought would re~feature them here also as they have had loads of comments from family and friends who like to use them . . . . I have to say that the places featured on them are some of my favourite... Continue reading

Posted Jan 2, 2012 at Wind in the Willow

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nelson houses postcards

I have featured these before on Eyecatchers but thought would re~feature them as they have had loads of comments from family and friends who like to use them . . . . I have to say that the places featured on them are some of my favourite houses in the Nelson district . . . . Continue reading

Posted Dec 21, 2011 at Eyecatchers - New Zealand

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