You may know by now, it is Random Acts of Kindness Day on Monday 17th February. A day when kindness and altruism are encouraged amongst us all. To do something for another without seemingly needing or expecting anything back is surely a wonderful gesture. Wait a second though, it seems fairly logical that to perform […]
I once read in this book, all scraps of material should be kept for future projects, no matter the size. And I also recall similar conversations taking place amongst creatives I have met on workshops in the past. I have an old cardboard box the M children used many moons ago in my craft cupboard […]
Where do you stand with thank you cards? I was never brought up to send them. I recall one year around the age of seven or eight receiving a lot of ‘stationery’ themed birthday gifts. I had a small party at home and was so over excited with a mini stapler and a small pack […]
A very happy New Year everyone and welcome back to this my first post of a new decade on my blog. I hope you all enjoyed a wonderful period of rest and relaxation (if that were possible) and as many of you remained well during a time where the lurgies are often in abundance. The […]
“So, I thought rather than one huge tree this year we could go for two smaller trees; one in the sitting room and perhaps a teeny one in the hallway” I suggested to the M mini adults recently whilst we were busy discussing Christmas, “what do you think?” I will admit to not being too […]
“So, what does an empty toilet roll and a gin and tonic tin have in common?” asked Mr M as he walked into the kitchen looking at both recently. I resisted the temptation to say “I don’t know what does a…” instead replying “Christmas crackers of course! The empty loo roll will house sweets and […]
Serendipity struck recently at Whitewood and Linen headquarters. A series of events which were enough to tell me I need look no further for the creative challenge I sought. I have offered handmade Christmas gifts before through my blog, this year though I was keen to try and create something a little different to my […]
“So Mum, the couple in the crazy outfits in that grotty picture frame over there, are we related to them or something?” asked Master M with more than a hint of mischief in his eyes. He was directing his gaze at my latest up-cycle a rather battered old frame complete with interesting print, which was […]
“Ok darling, you’ll have to slow down and breathe if you want me to understand what you’re saying” said Mr M as I charged in the home thrusting my iPhone full of photos under his nose whilst babbling a lot of excitable nonsense recently. “Breathe and go slowly with the names” he added as he […]
Life at Belle’s is simple and uncomplicated. In her I find a peace and tranquillity I have never known before and I am able to quietly channel my creativity freely as often as time allows. I am fortunate enough to be able to create an aesthetic which suits me alone and I never take for […]
