I planned to show you all my latest crafting today. I just had a little bit of finishing off, which would have taken about an hour, tops. Instead I stupidly burnt my hand. Please, no sympathy. My fault. Not sure if this happens so often with other types of ovens, […]
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Apples galore
Each day, I collect apples from our small orchard. In one corner of this area, is an old compost heap that will be used next year as a soil improver. Today, I spotted a sunflower growing out of the heap, with another one waiting to open. It looked so bright, […]
Read moreKnitted Acorn
I love oak trees. I love acorns and I love knitting, so the idea of knitting an acorn appealed. I wanted to knit some for our seasons table. A way to celebrate the season through my own creativity. I looked at a few knitting patterns and adapted them. Each time […]
Read moreTen minutes of my day
At the start of every school day, I spend time plaiting my daughters’ hair. I love their plaits, but I do insist on them to reduce the chance of the girls acquiring nits. Plaits do not guarantee no nits, but I sincerely hope it reduces the probability of the tell […]
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