“Can we make apple muffins today?” “Why not, but we’ll need to pick the apples first.” “Which tree? “Let’s pick up the Bramley windfalls and then some of the eaters.” “Do you think 3 crates will be enough?” “For 12 muffins? I should think that would be more than enough.” […]
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Lavender harvesting
Our summer list has plenty of crafting activities and outside fun items on it. As the summer holidays are drawing to an end (boo hoo!), I can’t help noticing that there are many ticks against the outings and other outdoor pursuits. Not so many against the crafting items. Hmm. Today […]
Read moreSewing or gardening? Eek!
I was so torn today. On the one hand, I wanted to sew. I’m half way through a project and, to add to my indecision, a parcel of fabric arrived this morning with the post. Projects are swirling around in my head, desperate to be turned into reality. I feel […]
Read moreOne small creative step forward
Seeing as I’ve reached the 30% mark with my hexi-puffs, I thought they were due a mention. I’ve got them down to a fine art now. They are my on-the-go project, which I take everywhere. I love the bright colours. A definite plus when outside is overcast and drizzly. This […]
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