“What are we going to plant in the squash?” “Squash” “Where are the seeds?” “In the squash.” “In the squash?” “Yes in the squash. Look.” Penny drops. I bought 3 squashes last Halloween. I cut into one, with great difficulty. I baked it but it was very dry. So dry […]
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I collect jam jars
“Don’t throw that jam jar away! ” “Why?” “I need it for jam making/yogurt/dried herbs/acorns/preserves/craft materials/gifts etc” “But you’ve got lots already.” This conversation happens in our household quite often. Even after two decades of being together, my husband still doesn’t understand my jam jar collection. So I squirrel them […]
Read moreSew you have a sewing machine – next a pattern
When it comes to sewing patterns, there are three basic routes: a ready-made pattern, make-your-own or wing it (not so much a pattern). Following on from my last post about fabric, if you are going to make an item of clothing, some kind of plan has to be followed. I’m […]
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Sew you have a sewing machine – now the fabric
If you’ve read my last post, then you’ll know I’m busy sewing a few additions for my children’s Spring/Summer wardrobes. Drawers are thinned of outgrown clothes and I’m starting to sew. I love to sew. I love making something unique. It’s my chance to be creative. I do get […]
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