Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for the last few years. It’s my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me smile in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. Five Happy Things {Week 22/2025} I love half term, especially…
Where did May go? Time for a monthly update! What I made in May 2025 I’m working my way through my craft stash and thought it was about time I made the MakeBox Modern English Paper Piecing Ladybird which was released in June 2023. I enjoy English Paper Piecing but usually stick with hexagons, diamonds…
With wedding invites landing in inboxes and postboxes alike, there’s one fashion question that always springs to mind: what to wear? If you’re searching for the ultimate wedding guest dresses this year, 2025 has brought with it some exciting new trends, along with the timeless staples we all know and love. Whether it’s a countryside…
A coastal cruise offers a relaxed way to enjoy the ever-changing picturesque shoreline, with optional land-based excursions, while enjoying the entertainment and informative onboard activities to enhance the overall sailing experience. Cruise and hike: Combining coastal cruises with onshore walking adventures Why not try sailing from the UK and go through idyllic coastal towns and…
I am eagerly awaiting a new series of the Great British Sewing Bee. I love watching the amateur sewers compete to impress Patrick Grant and Esme Young. To celebrate the new series arriving shortly I am delighted to have a copy of The Essential Guide to Pattern Making up for grabs. The Essential Guide to…
Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for the last few years. It’s my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me smile in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. Five Happy Things {Week 21/2025} I was really proud of…
Over the weekend we went into London to visit Liberty London flagship store on Great Marlborough Street. This is one of my favourite department stores, and my favourite fabrics to work with, and well worth a visit any time of the year. This year sees them celebrate their 150th anniversary with a programme of curated…
Today I wanted to share another cute cover gift I recently made. I love these little kits, this just took an hour which gave me the little crafting kick I needed. Bumblebee keyring kit from love embroidery magazine The Bumblebee keyring kit came with my Love Embroidery magazine subscription. It included a mini wooden scallop…
Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for the last few years. It’s my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me smile in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. Five Happy Things {Week 20/2025} On Monday I took part…