I have always loved fairy tales. I’ve tried relentlessly over the years to get lad to like them too, and have almost succeeded, as he does appear partial to a magical yarn or two as part of our repertoire of … Continue reading
eye, eye!
It’s amazing what turns up sometimes. I’ve been making quite a lot of tweety bird cushions recently. I use vintage buttons for their eyes. I’m quite particular about which ones I use, as I don’t want my birds to have … Continue reading
thrift of the day
Ahh, the weekend! How pleasant! And what better way to spend it than trawling a few charity shops! Actually, I usually find my best bargains early- or mid-week, when everyone else is at work and the shops have had time … Continue reading
out of her box
It’s funny how sometimes I have a sixth sense about things. Specifically, I was absolutely right to buy a new sewing machine when I did. My old Bernette is not doing well. Upon her return from the menders she had … Continue reading
glue’s out!
With my stall in mind, I’ve been busy today with a new batch of pendants. Oh, and finishing off outstanding commissions. I’ve been experimenting with a bit of beading and embroidery on some of them. I’m not sure about the … Continue reading
the eyes have it
I’ve resisted the lure of making an owl cushion up to now. Not because I dislike them. But just because every Tom, Dick and Harry on the high street seems to sell them these days, which means that people can … Continue reading