Whilst I usually browse the charity shops with nothing much in mind, just a magpie’s roving eye, occasionally I do actually go on a quest. Part of the joy of thrifting of course is stumbling across the unexpected. But when … Continue reading
why i don’t believe in karma
My best friend all through my twenties and some of my thirties was called Lucy. We lived in a shared house together in a somewhat colourful neighbourhood (once described by my parents as a “slum”) in Nottingham. Many housemates passed … Continue reading
happy birthday
One of my favourite things about the interweb is it’s ability to bring people together who, in the physical world, might never have known of one another’s existence. My dad held a lifelong interest in amateur microscopy. You don’t get … Continue reading
fabric friday
I have had a few fabric purchasing failures recently. Ebay is a cruel mistress. Always available when you’re at your most vulnerable, she flaunts her wares and lures you in, telling you all about the delights she has on offer … Continue reading
neon necklace
After my recent adhesive adversity, I needed to succeed at something to cheer me up. I hate ending the week on a fail. So I looked to a little project that I had had in mind for a few days. … Continue reading
gluey glitch
I started off really pleased with my progress yesterday. I got out into the garden early and dug up lots of primroses to take to my friend’s house. They need spacing out you see, and we have run out of … Continue reading