scorchio!

It’s been pretty quiet around these parts now that lad is back at school. As predicted, I got much more done yesterday than has been the norm over the past six weeks or so. This despite the fact that the weather … Continue reading

crimplene quickie

Just a quickie today to show off my latest fabric purchase. This bit of man-made marvellousness is definitely a new crimplene crush. Even if, somewhere in my heart of hearts, I do wish it was made of cotton. ❤

junior choice

Yesterday’s charity shop find was a corker. I don’t know what these sheets of printed fabric bearing children’s designs were meant to be originally, but I love them! They came from the charity shop round the corner. I think I’m … Continue reading

thrifty pickings

What a difference a couple of weeks makes! I think all the thrifty mavens (except me obviously!) must be away on holiday. Or else too busy dealing with holidaying offspring to go bargain hunting. Because after the utter dearth of … Continue reading

by special request

I like to consider myself an open-minded sort of a gal. I’m open to suggestions and new things, and if I can help someone out I will. So when someone asked whether I would consider selling them some squares of … Continue reading

welcome home

Coming home from holidays can be a dismal affair. Admittedly, this time it’s not winter, I’m not leaving my family behind, and I’m very happy to be sleeping in a real bed again. But still… I’m finding it hard to … Continue reading