February So Far

I've had a bit of a strange month. Back in June I started having issues with my right knee. Up until then it was the only joint that wasn't affected by arthritis! I had what was a Baker's Cyst on the back which popped after I knelt down unthinking to do something with the puppy.…

Another Month On

We were told/warned that the 4 to 6 week period after a death is probably the worst part and they could be right though it’s all pretty awful to be honest. The time when the quiet descends, the funeral is past, all the paperwork has been signed, all the meeting with his friends and old…

September

And what a strange month that turned out to be! Ups and downs and all over the place. Of course there was the sad news of the Queen's passing. I'm surprised at how shocked some people were. She was 96 and not long lost the love of her life. At least she had the foresight…

Had a Fun Couple of Days

Last week my friend Tracy and I went off on a jolly to Salisbury. There were three exhibitions I wanted to see and the company was very much welcome. I didn’t seem to take many photos, I think we were too busy chatting! First stop was the Wiltshire Open at the Salisbury Arts Centre. I…

Dealing With a Blockage

Not as bad as it seems!!! I’m finding the SALs I’m doing, the That Which Does Not Kill Us and the Nordic Band Sampler are actual blockers. I started them as a nice thing to have on a regular basis and perhaps kickstart me into making more again. I walk into my studio space to…

Summer Rolls On

Looking for something portable, light and easy to do in the heat I picked up the Rico Fashion Modern Tweed vest pattern R1906 in Mustard to finish. The pattern is one that finishes about the model’s belly button so, knowing I like about a 16 inch side seam, I added a fair bit to the…

Nope, Not a Fan

Of too much heat that is. And we’re due more, even hotter, over the weekend. I know I don’t function well in it but it’s the dogs I don’t like it for more. Very early walks and boredom. Evenings are brain training, nothing strenuous. We are lucky in that we have a huge battery on…

Slowly Getting Done

Well I can't quite believe how fast May has gone! Though we've had warm weather we've also had some torrential downpours and massive thunderstorms and lightning. Little Gwyn has taken it all in her stride thankfully. Quick catch up with the Stitch and Crochet a Longs. The Nordic sampler is almost up to date with…