I made a mouse. Using wool from a sheep and a very sharp needle. I made a mouse. The idea has been playing dodgems in my head for a week. Every now and again bumping into my conscienceness, so believe me, I am thrilled to finally have it made. It […]
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AlphabetPhoto: Z is for Zoic
Last week of AlphabetPhoto. Thought I would end where I began. For A, I photographed an ammonite sunk into the wall of our house. This time I’m sharing the fossils we saw at the Natural History museum, last week. A far more impressive wall of fossils. Zoic – a. Of […]
Read moreBeing the child of a knitter
Let’s face it. Having a mother who sews and knits, is a mixed blessing. On one hand, garments can be magic-ed up over night, on short notice, and to exact requirements. On the other hand, “unique” outfits and the phrase “I could make that for less/better/different” haunt your childhood. I […]
Read moreOur willow wreath
This week our willow tree received a well overdue trim. I love this tree. It’s new stem growth is orange, which contrasts wonderfully with the green, elongated-oval leaves. When the sun catches it, then it turns into a huge, brilliant flame. Reaching high over everything. A fabulous sight. It was […]
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