August felt like such a busy month with the kids on their school summer holidays. We were away a lot but I packed my Liberty Tumbling Blocks which was the perfect size for whipping out when I had five minutes. I made up a lot of blocks and have stitched them into strips to add to the bottom. I love watching it come together. During our family trip to Normandy we were able to go and view the Bayeux Tapestry which had been on my bucket list for ages. Although it was busy we were able to get close to…

A vacation, apart from the excitement of exploring a new destination, allows for plenty of time to indulge in new hobbies and other activities that bring joy and relaxation. Imagine sitting on the deck of a cruise ship on a sea day on your way to the Bahamas with the rhythmic sound of the waves and the gentle sea breeze providing the ideal backdrop for some creative inspiration. So the next time you are on vacation, consider swapping your digital devices with a pair of scissors and engage yourself in these hands-on creative activities that bring peace of mind which…

It’s the end of July already! This was a busy month for us with the kids breaking up from school and lots of meet ups with family and friends. Nonetheless I managed to find time to make some fun projects. What I made in July 2024 I stitched one embroidery hoops, the very cute Cotton Clara x Donna Wilson cat face embroidery which I couldn’t resist. There was another Cotton Clara kit, to make a cross stitch bookmark featuring mugs. I’ve finished the stitching and just need to finish adding the backing to the bookmark. I added a few more…

Last week the main party leaders were out and about canvassing for votes for the forthcoming General Election on Thursday 4th July. The outgoing Prime Minister was at the Denby Pottery Factory and tried dipping pots, the Leader of the Labour Party was at Duchess China, whilst the Liberal Democrat Leader was painting some pottery at Vale House, Marple Bridge. Craftivism and Election Day crafts Did you know the first General Election was held in 1802 ? There have been quite a few since then and I’ve voted in all the ones I’ve been eligible to vote in. It got…

The weather has been all over the place this month. It’s either been too cold or too hot and I haven’t been able to concentrate on one sewing project for more than an evening. I have a stack of projects next to me, all unfinished, but have been enjoying The Great British Sewing Bee and day dreaming about making some clothes. I love the tamarack jacket from Grainline Studio and would love to find a class in London to help me make it. What I made in June 2024 I spent some time updating my Liberty fabric book. This is…