I took this photo a couple of years ago, but beekeeping keeps on occupying my thoughts at the moment. This hive belongs to a friend and not like any other one I’ve seen. (the hive, not the friend!) Everything about beekeeping seems to fit with our lifestyle. The idea of […]
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I heart my slippers
As I live and breathe, I made these slippers. They were a bit of an experiment for me. I used recycled yarn from my stash and two of my evenings. It really didn’t matter too much if they succeeded or not, but I so wanted them to. They really didn’t […]
Read moreWho needs wrapping paper when you can sew?
There is a certain fuzzy feeling when you give just the right present to someone. Something that you’ve taken time to choose or make. The pleasure of wrapping it up, in just the right way. Crisp paper, creased edges and the perfect bow. The hope that they really will […]
Read moreFive minute challenge: Passata
Many moons ago, I used to teach. It was my first job out of Uni and I really enjoyed it. I taught various courses, which lasted anything from one to five days. There was a lot to cram into each day. Some groups would whizz through it. Others not. In […]
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