If you’ve ever tried sewing maching embroidery, you will know that it is fantastic fun, provides quick results, uses up the tiniest of fabric scraps and is one of the most satisfying crafts on the planet. Birdy Tea Cosy Having had such a nice bit of feedback on my recent sew-your-own-card tutorial I thought I would… Continue reading Sewing Machine Embroidery Projects – Handmade Cards
In one of my very eary posts on this blog, I mentioned that I was never one for soul-searching. That said, it doesn’t hurt now and again to take a step back and look at your life. But, be warned, it can go either way, depending on the mood you are in or the day… Continue reading 50 Things That Make Me Happy
The Bavarian picked up this idea somewhere and made these boxes with the kids for me one Easter a couple of years ago. I was flabergasted and absolutely delighted to be brought coffee in bed and a cute box of dyed eggs on Easter Sunday morning. Given that there are only a few steps to… Continue reading Easter Crafts with Kids #1 – Mini Easter Garden
Friday morning, 7.45 am. Number 1 has just been dispatched to school (primary starts at 8am here – criminial, I know). Number 3 is being breastfed. Number 2 and I are in our PJs at the breakfast table.Number 2: Mammy, can you make me a walkie talkie?Me: Yes love.Number 2: OK. Here. [hands me the… Continue reading The 10 Minute Walkie Talkie
