To my utter delight Autumn is here again in my part of our world. The time for all things cosy and calm. Blankets and throws make their way to the backs of soft sofas ready to snuggle under on more chillier nights and candles and fairy lights become the backdrop for all things hygge. And […]
Mixed Media – a variety of media used in an entertainment or work of art – loosely interpreted by me as any craft goes. I feel sure that I should in fact be following more rules for this beautiful craft, since much of my Pinterest research offers fabulous interpretations: One day, when I capture more […]
We’ve got rabbits. And I don’t mean the cute kind that run around in the garden confined to one particular spot. I mean the greedy kind that enjoy your first sweet strawberries and nibble on delicate lettuce leaves you have been painstakingly waiting for in the Kitchen Garden. That sort of rabbit. And since I […]
Find Joy in the Journey – a quote I saw recently as I researched a topic on Pinterest and certainly a way of life I personally aspire to. Today of course, I have an exciting sewing project to share with you. My unique custom lab coat, art coveralls, craft apron, call it what you will, […]
“I think I might make a scarecrow for the Kitchen Garden” I said to the boys recently. There was no need for either of them to verbalise their thoughts since the expression on both their faces as they lifted heads briefly from gadgets, said it all. Mr M did offer a disinterested “I thought the […]
Today’s craft is a perfect addition to your Easter décor whether you dress your home for the celebration or opt for a more subtle nod to this time of year. Ever since I can recall there has been simple Easter decoration in our home. When The M children were mini’s we would join in with […]
“And it has to be recycled toilet paper” I added down the telephone line to Mr M on his way back from work recently. He was collecting some groceries and I had a special request of my own for this week’s craft. “Recycled toilet paper?” he asked bemused and clearly curling his nose up at […]
I do enjoy the cosy of winter time yet even by my standards it felt like a long one this year. Those endless grey days huddled in doors did however give me plenty of time to explore creativity by candlelight the result of which is another new craft to share with you today. If you […]
Ever since The M children can recall, they have received love tokens from their Mum on Valentine’s Day and this year was no different. Master M received a ridiculously large slab of chocolate which made my mouth water just looking at it. Little Miss was gifted a more sensible portion of chocolate and her very […]
“What do you think this is?” I asked the boys expectantly as I stopped them in their tracks and produced my latest craft fashioned from recently discovered rusty wire. “An ear!” chirped Master M cheekily. If I’m honest, I had thought my carefully created angel wing might not be the best of my work and […]
