This past week I have been reflecting on how much time we spend thinking and in our heads. Hundreds and hundreds of thoughts occupy our minds every day, in turn leading to a whole range of emotions. I have spent the past 12 months practising meditation to help with my tendency to overthink. Through the… Read More
This weekend I finished my first ink/watercolor and contemporary embroidery piece. As part of exploring art this year and pushing boundaries I wanted to create a piece that reflected that. The colors reflect the vibrancy and energy I want in my life this year. The embroidered stitches are simple running stitches, cross stitch and satin… Read More
Hello there I wish you a very happy new year! I hope you are enjoying the holiday season and are ready for wonderful and productive 2019. It has been one year since my last blog post and it is so nice to be here again. After blogging for at least 5 years on Gingham Red… Read More
Hello everyone The Gingham Red blog is nearly 5 years old! It’s hard to believe I’ve been blogging all this time. This blog has been a great way to share everything from embroidery to flowers to inspirational quotes, photography and family events. If you are a regular reader you may have noticed the recent… Read More
Hello friends! Its been a while since my last blog post with lots happening. While it might be Autumn, the weather has been very warm in Melbourne. The Hydrangeas are turning beautiful shades of green and rust and the yellow roses are in their last bloom. It’s a beautiful time of the year. Cyclone Debbie… Read More
Hello! With all the best intentions to blog once a week it has been a bit of a struggle. It’s been difficult to maintain the motivation when real life gets in the way. In the meantime, after a very hot summer the garden is showing early signs of autumn. The beautiful pale pink and blue… Read More
Hello! Happy New Year! It’s 2017 and the start of another new year. I love this time of year because it’s a time to start fresh. 2016 was a great year for our family in so many ways, but it was also quiet challenging. I am hoping 2017 will be bright and less challenging both… Read More
Hello again! It’s been nearly two months since I last shared a blog post with you. The past two months have been spent thinking, reflecting and stitching the alphabet chart I have been working on. I needed this short break to rejuvenate and give me time to reflect on the things I want to share… Read More
Hello! It’s mid winter in Melbourne for another year. It’s freezing this weekend. Most of the garden is in “sleep” mode, yet there is alot of color in the greens and pinks of the Camellias, the Hellebores, Primulas and Daphne. Progress on the Alphabet Cross Stitch this weekend with the letter A. Yes, you… Read More