something old, something new

This weekend, it has finally felt as though spring is beginning at last. Even I, fair-weather gardener that I am, managed to spend an afternoon outdoors, pulling out lots of dead stuff and clipping back unruly and neglected shrubbery. This is … Continue reading

learning to let go

A blog friend of mine asked me a favour recently. Did I have any scraps I could share with her, for a project she is embarking upon? Hmmm, well, yes… I do have a few… This is my main scraps … Continue reading

spontaneous applause

Have you ever opened a package and just clapped your hands for joy? I hadn’t. Once or twice, on the odd occasion, I have danced around the kitchen upon opening up a particularly splendid parcel. And once I think I even … Continue reading

thrifts of the day

Ups and downs are a bit of an occupational hazard of thrifting. Some days, you go out without expectation and come home with an absolute peach. Other days, you go on a determined hunt, and come home downhearted and empty-handed. … Continue reading

making ready

The time has come. Tidy up time, that is. Time to sort out extra beds. To hoover like a demon. To plump up the cushions, get out the fairy lights and put away the sewing. It is time to clear … Continue reading

selvedge smitten

I always save my selvedges. Be they new, or vintage. I love the typography. I love the fact that they’re the bit you’re supposed to throw away. The bit you’re not supposed to notice, or use. I did use a few of … Continue reading