Caught pics of Birds Nesting this am!

Well, yesterday I could not time it right to catch the birds nesting but, alias, today out our front window there they were!  Check out Dad looking out for Mom in the box fixing nesting materials!

May Day in Brook Village

Celtic Heart Basket

Celtic Heart Basket

Star with Grid twinimg and wooden beads

Good day to all those basket weaving buddies and Spring friends!  The birds (Barn Swallow) have another nest in our box out in front of our home!  They are so contented in this spot each Spring!  What a wonder to see them in a flurry to nest, feed their young and then before you know it, the babies are flying from the nest and off to explore the world!  Does this sound familiar to a lot of Mom's out there?

Do you like my Celtic Heart Baskets?

Cheers!

Weaving away for the SEASON!

Hello to all browsing!  Today it literally rained cats and dogs!!!  But, alias, I love weaving in my studio in Cape Breton rain or shine!  What a way to make a living!  Coffee, your dog, and a small coziness with all the reed and colour surrounding you!  Cheers!www.brookvillagebasketry.com

Kaliah’s Story

Kaliah’s Story

Basketry Class for Spring Successfull

Back from vacation!

Hello and Happy Sunday!

What a fab vacation!   I saw the River Arts District, Ashevillewww.riverartsdistrict.com, NC.  WOW!  Love the weather, location and people!  New spring inspirations!

Cheers!

Busy with Spring!

Hello,

Busy getting ready for classes!  Spring has sprung in Cape Breton!  Away putting kits together!  Will blog if I can!

Cheers!
Happy weaving!

Day of weaving and stuff!

Hello to all you visitors!  I am off to vacation for a week!  Will post while I am away if I can.
Putting together some great twill baskets right now.  Will post shortly!

Cheers!

Happy snowy Tuesday!

Hope the snow stays for a snowshoe today!  I love Nova Scotia and the beauty that surrounds me! Fingerless mitts today will due!  Like my new sign-age going up?

Cheers!

Blog for Brook Village Basketry

New Cowl design!

Today is a day filled with basket weaving processes and also finishing my new cowl design!  These will be for sale in my studio this summer!  Check it out!

Cheers and happy Friday!

First Day of March, Yeepee!

What a beautiful snow covered day in Cape Breton!  Going for a snowshoe in the hills of Mabou!  Looking for inspiration everywhere as I go!  The trees, pine cones, birds and their nests!  Be back later with some pictures of my SHOE!

Cheers!

Snowy day with Ali!

Thought about a new purse for spring!  Alasdair thinks it is a good idea and he is my best critic!  Look for the purses coming within this week!

Also, check out the fox out our back door resting in the snow!  About 100 yards off!

Teeny Tiny Yarn Baskets

Hello they are here!  Check them out!

Hope you think they are cute!

Cheers,

Diane

A Passion for Quilting: 35 Step-by-step Patchwork and Quilting Projects to Stitch

A Passion for Quilting: 35 Step-by-step Patchwork and Quilting Projects to Stitch: With bags, quilts, blankets, pillows, table runners and more, A Passion for Quilting is filled with innovative quilting and patchwork projects to try. With 35 eye-catching designs to sew, every stitcher will fall in love with the projects in A Passion for Quilting. With something for everyone, Nicki Trench employs quilting, applique, embroidery and patchwork techniques to create items to make for the home, or to give as personal gifts to family and friends. Divided into four chapters, start by making Blankets and Quilts using colourful blocks and vintage fabrics. Take the picnic quilt out on a summer day or decorate your baby's crib with the cot quilt made with vintage fabrics. Carry Out is next, packed with projects for people who love bags. The glamour purse is covered with pretty yoyos while the beach bag is great for storing all your vacation essentials. Accessories and Gifts has book covers, needle cases, cushions and more that are certain to put a smile on the face of the recipient. In the final chapter, Kitchen and Dining Room, there are trivets, tea towels and chair seat covers to add colour to your culinary spaces. At the back you will find a handy techniques section explaining all the stitches you'll need to complete the projects. With creative ideas to inspire both beginners and more experienced stitchers, you are sure to find the perfect project to feed your crafting addictions!

Baskets for sale!

Thought I better put on some of my baskets for sale on my website, www.brookvillagebasketry.com!

Cheers!

Knitting nutty

Check out this wardrobe winner!  Finished knitting this last year and it is one of my fav's!  Pattern by Ilga Leja in Nova Scotia, "Among the Birches"!

Woven Cuff | NOT JUST A LABEL

Woven Cuff | NOT JUST A LABEL

Basketry for all lovers

Check out this beauty!  What a basket for home decor!  I love the Bronze Green and Natural reed!

Little Yarn Baskets

Hello to all you basket lovers!  I am creating new baskets that are woven and sewn with handspun yarns!  The color combinations should be bold and lovely!  Will post later this weekend!  Look for them!

Cheers!