springtime and new beginnings
Around autumn last year I started to feel very inadequate. I’d had rejections from various shows and fairs and I was also very worried about future income. I am self employed and a significant...
View Articlethinking about 50
In June of this year I had my 50th birthday. Earlier in the year this birthday seemed daunting and 50 felt way old. I didn’t have a steady income, I had lost confidence about myself and my creative...
View Articleembroidered koala bear
The recent fires in Australia have destroyed habitats and homes. It is estimated that more than a billion animals have died. It is very distressing to hear this news and see the pictures but there are...
View Articlegardening therapy
Things are so strange for everyone at the moment during this pandemic. I feel lucky that I am well and that I have paid employment. I miss the contact with other people that I would normally have...
View Articlepapercut christmas decorations
If you follow me on social media you will have seen that this December (2020) my online advent calendar is designs for papercut Christmas decorations. As a little gift from me to you I am sharing these...
View Articlewinter days
These winter days have been a time for local walks and getting cosy at home. A time for making gifts and special seasonal food and being very thankful for the love and security of my family. The...
View Articleneighbour to neighbour
I live in a friendly neighbourhood but during this time of lockdown people aren’t out and about as much as they used to be and I wanted to reach out and say hi to my neighbours so I made these cards....
View Articleembroidered easter egg decoration
What you will needFelt (I used pink and blue pure wool felt). Embroidery thread (I used three colours) Embroidery needle Scissors Stuffing Print egg pattern on A4 paper egg pattern Technique Cut out...
View Articlevisible mending
I have pretty much always mended my clothes. Up until now I have tried to mend subtly so the mend can’t be seen. However, I have become increasingly interested in the concept of ‘visible mending’. You...
View Articlemidwinter
For me midwinter is a time for traditions (old and new) reflection, gathering with loved ones and sharing special food. This year the season has felt a little different. It’s the third year my son...
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