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  • Wow, it’s hot

    The UK is sweltering. It’s lovely. We spent yesterday afternoon in a paddling pool. Well it felt like it. Little One stood unaided – yay! elder dressed as a cat. Other Half talked boats. And I just enjoyed being. I don’t often get the chance. The boys were brilliant. Our friends’ BBQ superb. Frankly, after…

  • Death to the sock monster!!!

    First item to tackle is the laundry. I hate laundry. I have to embrace the beast though before He chews me up. I’ve done some research (ok surfing) and everyone says have a system. So here’s mine: one load everyday. Fold and put away previous load while current is washing. Iron once a week during…

  • To do or not to do?

    Looking back on this blog I’m struck by my total inability to finish…I love to start a project but hate to end it. So I’m going back to my to do list approach to see if i can actually achieve something over the next few weeks. Bear with me. Please. Make tea tray quilt –…

  • In praise of knitting circles

    Did I ever mention the knitting club I frequent? It’s wonderful. I went last night even though I was feeling shaky and I’m so glad I did. Lovely chat and lovely cake. Plus I FINISHED LITTLE ONE’s JACKET!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It’s taken a year but I cast off last night thank God! Just have to sew it…

  • Red and White

    I love red and White quilts. Love them. So imagine my joy at finding this app It’s free and it’s amazing. Go click.