blowing away the cobwebs

It has not been an easy weekend. But when you need a change of scene, it is safe to say that there is nowhere quite like Chesil Beach for clearing your head. It is always windy there, even on a day … Continue reading

pockets full of joy

Do you remember that I said I intended to stitch some embellished pockets for the skirt I am making in sewing class? Well, I’ve done it! As with most things, they took longer than anticipated… but that was mainly due … Continue reading

bags of talent

I don’t know about you, but I’m a sucker for a nice handbag. Not the celebrity-endorsed, cost-an-arm-and-a-leg, big-name designer sort of handbag (just as well – my budget would not stretch). No, I like my bags like I like most other … Continue reading

hello saucy – reprise

Just a quick post to let you know that the search is over. Yes folks, this is the little beauty that will be taking pride of place atop our table, filled to the brim with a plethora, nay a cornucopia even, … Continue reading

giving in

Since I got back from Australia with a lovely big stash of brand new holiday fabrics, I have been trying to be good. I didn’t buy any fabric to make my skirt. (Well, not if you don’t count the trim). And although … Continue reading

happy anniversary

I’m not big on anniversary celebrations. Example. On mine and my partner’s tenth anniversary, we abandoned our plans to go to a big party at a club – because we missed the bus into town and got cold waiting for … Continue reading