Spontaneous Giving

I love spontaneous acts of giving. Especially when everyday people are surprised by the act of kindness.  Unexpected love shows up in all kinds of places and I'd like to share with you some of these acts that have been happening where I live.

Earlier this year, a kind hearted man bought 500 coffees at a national coffee chain and gave them away.  His generosity sparked a chain reaction of coffee gifting across the country.   How cool is that.

In September quilters donated nearly 350 quilts to help residents who were affected by the flooding in Alberta this summer.  I'm sure they feel the love of the person who made it every time they snuggle up in their hand made quilt.

This week, WestJet Airlines surprised the guests on two flights with gifts at the luggage carousel.  The video of he event has been hugely popular on You Tube this week.  If you haven't seen it yet.  Be sure to check out WestJet's Christmas Miracle.   It's just awesome.

 

 



I hope these acts of kindness inspire you.

Blessings
Christiana

Number Four, the Bee Finale

Well here it is, episode number four.  What a great series, and rumour has it that there will be another season.

This one was my favourite episode.   Ann is truly spectacular, she has style and she has skill.  Sandra truly loves to sew and her skill shines in this episode as well.   Lauren, amazes me.  She's so young, and although unsure of her ability at times she continues to grow in the complexity of her projects and the results are highlighted in this episode.

I agree with the judges that Ann is truly he best seamstress; but I was secretly cheering for Lauren.  Why? Considering her age and experience she definitely has the eyes and the hands of a seamstress.    When I watched both Lauren and  Tilly in this series, I often found myself reflecting back to when I was younger and although my sewing skills weren't always the best, I wasn't afraid to tackle more complex projects that would allow my skills to grow.  

Well done Sewing Bee participants!

Have you seen Number Three of The Bee

Episode three, of the Great British Sewing be was aired on Tuesday this week and posted to You Tube on Wednesday.   If you haven't seen it yet you can see it here.

Like many bloggers, I'm hooked!  I really hope that they have more to come.    Episode three was bittersweet, we had to say good bye to another contestant, Stuart.   The projects were very creative and well done.  I really admire the participants and their ability to crank out a their projects in a limited time span, especially the jackets.  

I'm looking forward to the forth episode and seeing the projects come to life.

Happy Sewing,
Christiana

Here it is, Episode 2 of the Great British Sewing Bee

Here it is, another two days of intense sewing in London and three challenges.   Intense it was, four hours to sew a pair of men's trousers and six hours to make a blouse. Watch the ladies check out the guys to see how the waistbands should be put together; was it just an excuse to check out their bottoms?  We also get a great history lesson on tailoring.  I was sad to see Tilly go, the blouse that she created was absolutely adorable.   But, we don't have to say goodbye to Tilly as we can always follow her on her blog http://www.tillyandthebuttons.com/

Next week, it's the semi finals
Happy Sewing!
Christiana

Tilly has left the Bee

I haven't been able to find the 2nd episode on You Tube to view it here in Canada, but I've heard lots of buzz about the show on various blogs.   Tilly herself has blogged about the show, and will be having special guests soon.  Follow this link toTilly's blog and get the scoop directly from her.

Happy Sewing!
Christiana

I can't see the Bee...

So, this week I discover the Great British Sewing Bee on YouTube, and I'm hooked. I was set to catch episode 2 via BBC on-line tonight, only to find out that I'm unable to watch via the BBC on-line from Canada.  What a let down....

So all I can do is read about it on the Metro news web page.  Tilly and Mark have become the latest amateur sewers to depart Great British Sewing Bee.   I'm really hoping the remaining epsidodes make it to You Tube soon.

Cheers and Happy Sewing
Christiana

Sewing Revival

The BBC has launched a new program and claims that there is a sewing revival in the works.  Do you agree?   It's very exciting to see a renewed interest in the art of sewing.  I wasn't able to find the BBC program, The Great British Sewing Bee on BBC Canada, but thanks to YouTube you can view the first episode.   The Great Sewing Bee on YouTube

What are your thoughts, is there a sewing revival on the horizon?

Christiana