a grand day all round

Sorry this is a bit late, but after yesterday’s exertions I gave myself permission to have a night off blogging – and a bit of a lie-in to boot. Yesterday’s event was, by anyone’s definition, a roaring success. I sold … Continue reading

a fabric story…

I have written before about how I love the way the interweb can bring people together. What continues to astound me are the amazing people with whom I have connected via the virtual world of social media. And the way … Continue reading

picture perfect: jane ormes

Unusually for me, I came across Jane Ormes’ prints via facebook. I immediately hopped over to her website… and promptly fell in love with her work. Her ability to see life at a slant, together with her obvious love of pattern … Continue reading

gifts from those who are gone

The process of clearing your parents’ house is a long and sad one. My partner’s dad’s home is at some distance from us, in Dorset. So, unlike when my own parents died, there is a lot of travel involved. It … Continue reading

thank you

Well, lad is back at school today. He seems fine. My partner, less so. But, having lost both my own parents a few years ago, I know that over time, he will be. I just wanted to say a big … Continue reading

winter woes

This is me at the moment. I have lots to be getting on with… A notebook full of ideas to refer to.  A calendar of stalls to make for. Commissions to get started on. Leads to follow up. But my … Continue reading