I’ll admit, I was in no hurry to make a face mask. We’ve come in contact with only a handful of people during the lockdown, so there’s been no point. Most of the time it’s much more than two metres and always outside. Not that that has stopped me researching […]
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A little leather coin purse
Here’s a confession. My purse is held together with a hairband. I keep meaning to do something about it. The purse is pretty perfect for my needs, with just the right number of pockets and zips. It holds my cards, notes, receipts and pennies. All that I need. Only problem […]
Read moreShe believed she could – motivational embroidery
(affiliated links included) There is something very natural about embroidering, for me. It’s something I don’t do often, as it feels slightly indulgent. Not for a practical purpose. I do love doing it. Hundreds of tiny stitches, positioned precisely spelling out motivational embroidery or creating a picture. In this case, […]
Read moreSky Quilt – a teen project
It’s finished. Middle Teen has finished her first quilt. I’m so pleased with how it has turned out, but far more importantly, she loves it. It’s her quilt. Apart from the odd pointer from me, she’s just got on and made it all by herself. Transferring the skills she learnt […]
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