I haven’t made an appliqué cushion since last year. To be honest, the trouble I had getting the last ones I did right sort of put me off them a bit. Too much hassle. But I had a special request. So … Continue reading
Author Archives: modflowers
optimistic (mostly)
I don’t really think of myself as one of life’s optimists. Usually, although I try very hard not to be, I have a sneaking suspicion that my tendency is towards being a glass-half-empty gal, rather than one of life’s natural rays of sunshine. I … Continue reading
three-way collaboration
Commissions are always a collaborative affair. When someone asks me to make them something to their specifications, there’s usually a good few email messages fly back and forth before all the details are agreed and settled. It’s important to make … Continue reading
going to the zoo
My sister and I used to sing along to this song in the car when we were small. Although the version I remember was sung by a very posh English lady. And it was daddy who was taking us to the zoo, not “momma”, … Continue reading
we have a winner!
Yay for the winner! And apologies to everyone who didn’t win. Congratulations to giddyauntlola! Please get in touch with your address (details via my contact page) and your moggy will be meowing his way towards you next week. I will … Continue reading
little treats
Treats make the world go round, don’t they? I don’t know how I’d manage without treats. They break up the monotony of normality. They make both people and occasions feel special. They motivate and reward. There are times when treating … Continue reading