I have FINALLY finished my Autumn leaves scarf.
I've been desperately trying to finish it while it's still Autumn ... and I did it! well, just.
Monday 2 December 2013
Friday 29 November 2013
My first crochet blanket ... a labour of love.
The ladies at my craft club taught me to Crochet ... and I LOVE it.
It's easy, addictive and portable. It's a tricky to get your head around at first, but do push on as it soon clicks, then you're away! I started a blanket of granny squares (a granny square is basically a small crochet square) and I thought I'd share my progress with you ... then I'll HAVE to finish it.
 |
| Just so ya know it looks messy as it's not sewn together yet! |
Monday 25 November 2013
How to make: Rose hip facial oil with Lavender & Rose - part 2
Morning all! So here are the instructions on how to make a basic anti-ageing
* Rose Hip Oil - with Lavender and Rose *
Wednesday 20 November 2013
How to make Rose hip anti-aging moisturiser - Part 1
Hello lovelies,
It's cold, our skin is dry and in need of a beauty-hug (?)
So I'm going to share one of my favourite beauty recipes of ALL time ...
This is easy, cheap and VERY effective. The lovely, the luscious
*** Rose hip Oil ***
Friday 18 October 2013
The knitting and stitching show at alexandra palace
SO, last weekend my fellow crafters and I took the coach to The Alexandra Palace knit and stitch show. I was so excited I hardly slept the night before ( I know - I don't get out much). We sat on the coach and made our crafty shopping wish lists.
Sunday 6 October 2013
How to make sloe gin - 'the wintry tipple'
Well last weekend I successfully made my first tipple of Sloe Gin! It was a lovely way to spend a Sunday and I can't WAIT to taste it while my chestnuts are roasting on a chilly December eve. Christmas will never be the same without this lovely wintry Liqueur and it's a lovely way to enjoy our bountiful hedgerows. It's far more satisfying to enjoy something you've gathered / made yourself than to get it from Tesco and I've no doubt this autumnal ritual will become a firm favourite in our household. It's easy to prep, easy to make AND you can blot out Xmas with it! (if need be). So get the kids off their phones, grab your baskets (guys - your plastic containers) and enjoy a day in the wilderness together!
Note - Sloe gin is a sweet berry liqueur and can be enjoyed on the rocks OR with a mixer ... perhaps Soda water or sparkling wine Kir Royale-style, so don't be put off if you don't like Gin. I don't but I do LOVE this drink.
Monday 2 September 2013
Making Sloe gin - How to tell when Sloe Berries are ripe
So it's been a wonderful summer and the hedgerows are bursting with bumper crops this year ... 'one for me, one for Ralphy, one for me ...' I'm determined to make the most of mother natures bounty this year. So today I want to give you a heads up on the SLOE berry. It's not picking time yet but it will be soon so here's a guide to picking at the right time.
Tuesday 6 August 2013
How to make a teacup candle
What girly doesn't love a teacup candle. They are feminine, decorative AND they serve a function! (this is what you point out to loved one when you get told off for buying more toot.) They also make a perfect gift. When hubby and I were married we made all of our decor by hand. There was a LOT of decor and it took 8 hours to decorate a beautiful Tudor barn. But that's another story ...
One of the things I made were 50 Teacup candles as favours for the womenfolk. It was my first time at making them, and I wanted to give them something they could keep and enjoy, and in years to come remember us when they're sipping tea from their pretty cup : ) It may sound like a huge undertaking but it really was much easier and far cheaper than you think. It was also fun, easy and hugely satisfying. Buying a ready made teacup candle can set you back £12 a cup, but to make it is pennies. So why not start collecting, and make some up ready for xmas!!?? your girlies will love you for it ... (and feel free to send one to me for giving you the idea : )
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)