making a statement

I had lots to do yesterday. Packing for my Pretty Dandy Flea stall today (do pop down if you can, won’t you?) But I stopped for a little break and a browse of the new Plumo catalogue that had plopped … Continue reading

three is a magic number (hopefully!)

Last time I did a stall I had a board of these little vintage fabric button brooches. But I didn’t sell many. So this time around, I have decided to sell them in sets of three instead. Which means they … Continue reading

stitches and sadness

I spent quite a lot of time during the last couple of days just waiting. It gave me time to look closely at every stitch of an amazing piece of art. Entitled The Blackmore Vale Triptych, each of three panels … Continue reading

blue is the colour

  Once again I have embarked upon a love affair with Scandi ceramics. Isn’t this design just perfect? That deep, deep blue against the white is just wonderful. This pattern is Mon Amie (French for “my friend”) and was designed … Continue reading

change of venue

Just a quick post to let you know that there has been a last minute venue change for the Pretty Dandy Flea this coming weekend. Apparently, the Congregational Hall, at which the previous fleas have been held, has been double-booked. … Continue reading

cross stitch cravings

I don’t know about you, but I keep coming across (excuse the pun!) beautiful cross stitchery at the moment. I have done a fair bit of cross stitch in the past. I do like the rhythmic, relaxing nature of it. … Continue reading