Thursday, 5 February 2015

We Support You!

Hello Peeps, 

 Today the Mother is taking part in the We Support You blog hop organised by Mdm Samm and her able leader for this hop Pat Broe – the best!


We used a pattern Mdm Samm designed.
You can also buy it for $12 if you would like.
madamesamm@me.com



The Mother enlarged it and made it into a cushion for a very special family friend.  Our Auntie Susan. 


Everyone should have an Auntie Susan – she taught Kit Kat and Miss H how to sew a dress the year before they started high school and also Kit Kat’s older sister.  And she is the best baker ever!

The Mother and Boss have known her over 25 years.

She left school without qualifications, and has worked as a nurse aid, a nanny, farm hand, dressmaker, chef, secretary, accounts clerk, legal secretary and personal assistant
before becoming a teacher with a Bachelor of Education (Primary) then a Masters with Honours – Second Class First Division, her work often specialising in Gifted Education.

After a number of years teaching in New Zealand she returned mid-year 2014 from teaching for 2 years in an International Christian School in INDIA – Miss H and Kit Kat visited her there for 3 weeks - and she went for her 2 yearly mammogram where she was diagnosed with breast cancer.



What a roller coaster ride it has been in the past 6 months.

She has had a lumpectomy, then a unilateral mastectomy with reconstruction and reduction of the other breast.  Then because the best treatment was hormone therapy she had a hysterectomy and just 14 days ago her final reconstruction operation.   Whew!  She is amazing!



In New Zealand most campaigns to inform people about Breast Cancer use the slogan Think Pink – each cancer has a certain colour did you know? – so The Mother has made a pink cushion and a pretty pink bra for Aunty Susan’s cushion. 


 Even though she finds zips scary she put one in the back so she could put the special zipper pull on it – she purchased it as a fund raiser for the Cancer Society as a key ring - it shows the size of two of Aunty Susan’s lumps.


 The Mother made the cushion for Aunty Susan's bed and as a tribute for how courageous we think she is, and all the other women out there fighting this disease.


 Thanks for looking in on our blog and now you should go see all the other wonderful things people have made with this pattern. 


Here are the rest of today’s bloggers and the full list – don’t miss out – go check out what they have been doing.
Thanks again to Mdm Samm and the lovely Pat.
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Feb. 9
 


 Feb. 10



 Feb. 11

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49 comments:

  1. Judy B5 February 2015 at 21:39

    What a beautiful cushion, I know Auntie Susan will be thrilled! Thank you for sharing.

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  2. Anita5 February 2015 at 22:12

    You made a beautiful pillow; it's gorgeus!

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  3. Jane's Quilting5 February 2015 at 22:46

    That is so prettu. I love the red dotted fabric and ruffles. (The perfect touch) I also like your zipper puller, great idea.

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  4. Heleen Groot5 February 2015 at 23:27

    The pillow is gorgeous. Very very pretty! The zipper puller is a wonderful idea. It did give me chills. Your friend is very courageous. What a life and what a fight. I hope she beats this and continues to have an amazing life.

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  5. Marjorie's Busy Corner6 February 2015 at 03:09

    turned out just lovely!!!!

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  6. Elizabeth Coughlin6 February 2015 at 03:26

    Beautiful pillow!

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  7. charlotte6 February 2015 at 03:38

    A wonderful pillow and a great story of courage. Thanks for your support today.

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  8. Mary Pat Callihan6 February 2015 at 03:40

    Hello Baa, please tell the Mother how much I love the pillow and her story of the courageous Auntie Susan.

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  9. Kate6 February 2015 at 04:28

    Love that cushion! Obviously, a lot of love went into it's creation. :)

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  10. Linda6 February 2015 at 04:47

    The pillow is wonderful! Aunty Susan will feel so loved!!

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  11. The Slow Quilter6 February 2015 at 04:54

    Aunty Susan has been through alot, but I know you are there to keep her going with laughter. Love the pillow.

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  12. Sparky6 February 2015 at 04:58

    oh my sweet lady Aunty Susan will be soooo IN THE PINK..your pillow is beautiful with all its details...

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  13. StitchinByTheLake6 February 2015 at 05:31

    Such a sweet pillow and that zipper pull - what an eye opener that is! blessings, marlene

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  14. krislovesfabric6 February 2015 at 05:32

    Beauty of a pillow! Best wishes to Susan!

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  15. Needled Mom6 February 2015 at 06:06

    That is beautiful and a perfect gift for Susan.

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  16. allthingzsewn6 February 2015 at 06:07

    It seems Susan has a very kind and loving friend too. Your pillow is such a sweet reminder of that friendship every time she rests.

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  17. Carol Swift6 February 2015 at 06:10

    That pillow is so beautiful with all the special details you added. Your Aunty Susan sounds like an amazing person and I wish her all the best!

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  18. Siouxzq64@gmail.com6 February 2015 at 07:16

    Lovely pillow and hugs and prayers for your auntie Susan.

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  19. KaHolly6 February 2015 at 07:39

    Best wishes to Auntie Susan. She will be delighted.

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  20. Calicojoan6 February 2015 at 07:57

    Oh Baa, your the best writer around. Tell the boss her pillow is just spectacular and that we all sending your Auntie best wishes! :-)

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  21. Tammy6 February 2015 at 08:14

    Really enjoying all the gorgeous projects. As a 1 year breast cancer Survivor I am touched by how much love and hard work went into creating these projects. Love your pillow with all the little different embellishments.

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  22. Renee6 February 2015 at 08:57

    Wow! Auntie Susan has had quite the journey. I have no doubt she will love this pillow. I just love the ruffles and beaded and lace trim. Beautiful!

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  23. Gmama Jane6 February 2015 at 09:00

    AUNTIE SUSAN must be very special to everyone. She will most certainly enjoy this stylish pillow as a symbol of her courageous battle.
    Blessings
    GMAMA JANE

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  24. Createology6 February 2015 at 09:04

    Prayers and Healing Energy for Aunty Susan who certainly is very brave and strong. This pillow is lovely and will Support lots of healing. I have never seen a keychain depicting the size of lumps removed...amazing. Thank you sew very much for Supporting and hopping. Blessings Baa and company...

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  25. tink's mom6 February 2015 at 09:56

    The best to Aunty Susan. Her pillow is wonderful and I know she is feeling the love every time she looks at it.

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  26. tink's mom6 February 2015 at 09:56

    The best to Aunty Susan. Her pillow is wonderful and I know she is feeling the love every time she looks at it.

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  27. Kwilt Krazy6 February 2015 at 10:15

    Wow! Hugs to you and your Aunty Susan! Sew cute pillow!

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  28. Michelle6 February 2015 at 10:38

    Pretty pillow, the ruffles make it so sweet

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  29. LJ6 February 2015 at 11:39

    My very best wishes go to Auntie Susan and my prayers for the best outcome after cancer. Love your pillow and your trim on the bra is adorable. Using the key chain for a zipper pull was wonderful. Support the cause and the girls!

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  30. Suze6 February 2015 at 13:37

    Aunt Susan sure has had quite a time. My prayers are with you, your family, and especially her. The pillow is wonderful. It is bright and cheery and a reminder of how much she is loved and supported. Your zipper is great and the pull is great. Thanks for participating and telling your aunt's amazing story and inspiring all of us.

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  31. Mary Ann6 February 2015 at 13:46

    The pillow is wonderful and I am sure your Auntie Susan will love. Continued luck and good health to her. She is a true inspiration.

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  32. Joanne6 February 2015 at 13:51

    Your pillow is wonderful! Thanks for sharing your creation and story with us today!

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  33. Thearica 6 February 2015 at 14:17

    I think the trim on your bra is fabulous! Love the 3-d effect it gives. I really like the zipper across the back of the pillow as well. I dont mind sewing in zippers so I should use them more. Many prayers for your family.

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  34. JuliaP6 February 2015 at 15:37

    Very lovely pillow and love the zipper pull! Thanks for sharing.

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  35. JuliaP6 February 2015 at 15:38

    Very lovely pillow and love the zipper pull! Thanks for sharing.

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  36. ChitterChatterDesigns6 February 2015 at 15:45

    Oh my goodness, such a pretty pillow. She sounds like an amazing aunt. My best wishes to her, and your project is just perfect.

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  37. apple blossom6 February 2015 at 16:29

    cute pillow.

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  38. sandra6 February 2015 at 19:22

    So adorable, love the trim on bra.hugs to Auntie Susan from a ten year survivor of Breast Cancer and double mastectomy. Blessings Sandra

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  39. Marcy6 February 2015 at 20:34

    Lovely pillow. You really trimmed the bra well. Thanks for sharing Susan's story.

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  40. Leah7 February 2015 at 06:19

    Your pillow is fantastic! I love all the details you added to the bra. It is beautiful!

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  41. Scrapatches7 February 2015 at 07:18

    Thank you for sharing Aunt Susan's amazing adventure and her brave battle against breast cancer. Prayers for healing for you Aunt Susan. Thank you for sewing your support for her with the amazingly beautiful cushion. All the little details are sew lovely, the beads, the ruffle, the meaningful zipper pull. May Susan feel all the love that went into her special cushion.
    Thank you for joining us and helping me through this hop with your kindness and support ... {{{quilty hugs}}} <3 Pat

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  42. Marian8 February 2015 at 16:40

    Such a beautiful pillow. Love the beaded lace at the top, so frilly and fun..

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  43. Christine M8 February 2015 at 18:08

    What a beautiful cushion. Sending your Aunty Susan get well wishes.

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  44. Carla8 February 2015 at 20:43

    A wonderful tribute to Aunt Susan and her strength and hope. Hugs to her and to you for your support. Your cushion is so pretty and love the details.

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  45. Corrie8 February 2015 at 20:52

    Aunt Susan sounds wonderful. The pillow is darling.

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  46. Michele9 February 2015 at 03:34

    It really is fabulous. Nicely done.

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  47. thequiltedcat9 February 2015 at 07:52

    A very sweet pillow!

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  48. Julie9 February 2015 at 16:49

    Hello Baa .. .I did not know about the Blog Hop but I really enjoyed reading Aunty Susans story of her cancer journey. She certainly sounds an amazing lady alright. The cushion is just beautiful, I love every single thing about it .. Thanks so much for sharing this story.

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  49. Quilt n Queen10 February 2015 at 18:35

    Your pillow is amazing...love the polka dot bra!! Aunty Susan will be thrilled..thanks for sharing her story and sharing your support in the blog hop!! Happy stitching, Pauline

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