Background As a child, I learnt piano for 2 years, but dropped it as soon as I could. I learnt the recorder and can still belt out the Skye Boat song when needed. My husband plays the guitar a little, but is not one for sing alongs. The only musical […]
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Orange tunic finished
For me, one of the joys of dressmaking is how one paper pattern can be used to make so many different versions of the same garment. With the huge variety of fabrics and prints to choose from, and a little imagination, the same pattern can be used over and over […]
Read moreFeeding the birds
We headed off to Slimbridge to spot some of the migratory birds, this week. It is one of our favourite places. Clutching a bag of seed each, the children headed out to make friends again with all the wonderful geese, ducks and other resident birds. The swans are free to […]
Read moreHang on Autumn
I’m busy knitting some Christmas pieces at the moment. The children are practising Christmas carols. Even the songs for the school nativity play are starting to trickle into the house. The outside temperature has dipped, making coats, gloves and hats a must. I love digging out the handmade knits at […]
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