I craft because I am (a woman)
The F-word has always been a bit difficult for me to understand. (Psst, I mean feminism.) I come from a family of strong women, so maybe that’s why. I’m the youngest of four girls. I have four aunts and one…
Moving and other March adventures
Our moving date of March 14th approaches more quickly by the minute. After being on the brink of moving for a year, it’s a relief that can’t come too soon. But the reality of packing and cleaning and running about…
Simple Pleasures: Rustic Restaurant
We had lunch today at the Old Ferry Inn. The Ferry sits on the end of Chepstow’s little peninsula, hidden underneath the shadow of the Severn Bridge. It’s romantic and rustic, with mismatched vintage chairs and a sea-side feel.
1001 Ways to Use Mason Jars: Controlling the Pinterest habit
Have you heard of Pinterest? … Well, really, who hasn’t? Pinterest is a big reason this blog happened, but the inspiration wasn’t in the form you might expect. Pinterest didn’t inspire me to craft. In fact, it was quite the…
Gathering stitching inspiration
Some sketches playing around with the stitches I’ve learnt so far After getting a couple weeks of experience in embroidery, I think it’s time to share some of the things that have been inspiring me along the way: For magazine…
