Of Princess, Queens and Royal Jewels

Isn't it lovely?

I just LOVE this necklace!!

My friend Jane, 

who happens to be from England,

and a fabulous writer,

as well as a gifted crafter,

sent ME this gorgeous necklace she made!

Jane had a giveaway on 

her blog and I was one of 

the winners!

She designed necklaces

and named them after some of

Henry VIII's wives and this one

is called "Jane Seymour".

I LOVE IT!!

I owe Jane a pincushion and

will post a picture when I finally make it for her.

She also made me a BEAUTIFUL 

crocheted shawl and the photo is not working 

right now. 

But it is very, very beautiful!

Thank you so very much Jane!!

And the wedding....AWWWW!

Yes, I watched it. 

I stayed up and watched the whole thing.

India watched it in Anaheim and 

we texted back and forth the whole time.

I wanted desperately to watch the wedding

with her but was so grateful for my silly smart phone!

You see, India is connected to the Royal Family.

Really!

Princess Diana and Prince Charles

were married on July 29, 1981,

my 13th birthday. 

And I was OBSESSED with all things British.

I have remained so for many years.
 

One of Princess Diana's bridesmaids

was India Hicks.

India was also 13 years old!

I decided then and there that I wanted 

to someday have a daughter named India!

And she has managed to play

a princess or queen many times throughout

her young life. 

Should I tell you how many tiaras she owns?

Should I tell you how many gowns I have 

made her?

And she prefers to be called

"Princess Dida", just so you are clear!

So, I miss her. 

This time, last year, 

the year before, 

and the year before,

I was busy making her prom gowns.

This year, she is off on her own 

and I miss her.

I think I need to go make a special dress now.

Oh, and I am working on finishing up another pattern.

Stay tuned for that too!

Happy Sewing!

Sivje