Spring Madness

Spring is finally in the air...the wall has been re-built,  some progress has been made in the garden both here and down at my parents home and although cold the sun is shining.  Signs of Spring can be seen in the house, with the odd bunny appearing here and there.

 

There has been one or two sightings of speckled eggs, which are a delight.

 

 

The odd tree seems to have sprouted.

 

 

Even the dog is curious.  There seems to be eggs appearing all over the house.

 

 

I am taking a wild guess but I think Spring is certainly on its way.

 

Work continues on bandanas for Hector with a couple of Christmas ones made to be put in the gift drawer.

 

 

I have also made a start on some bibs for the new baby when she deems to make her arrival.

 

 

Finally, my crochet project is a lap blanket for me dear Dad for next Winter using up some of the Arran cakes of loveliness in my stash.

 

 

Is the Easter bunny adorning your home or are the Leprechauns still in residence?

 

See you soon.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bits 'n Bobs

My hair has once again been cut very short so now there is very little colour left at all.  For those new to my adventures I am trying to grow the colour out and become 'au naturel'.  It is taking a little time to get used to the short hair style but I feel comfortable with the colour.

 

One more cut should have all the colour out and then I can make a decision on the style and re-grow it a little if I want to.

 

Rain finally ceased on Friday so we have spent some time out in the garden clearing the pots and beds of weeds and turning the soil.  The soil is still very heavy, so it was hard going.  The lawns are still too wet to cut at the back but we are hopeful that today we might be able to cut the front.  Time will tell.  At long last we have made a start on the seeds, a little later than normal but at least they are done now.

 

 

Every window sill has a tray of seeds on it, not the homely look I want at the moment but it is what it is.  We wanted to give the seeds a start in the warm before going outside either to the greenhouse or direct to the pots.

 

The art board is now hanging in the craft room and already in use.

 

 

The awful weather that we had last week, kept me indoors and busy.  The house has had a good spring clean and an attempt at de-cluttering, there is still a way to go but already there is enough to do a car boot sale.

 

I have also made another batch of cleaning cloths, they are always useful and in constant use.

 

 

I have been busy sorting out storage yet again, so transformed some old biscuit tins.

 

 

Covering them with some scrap book paper and labels they now look quite stylish and perfect for the craft room.

 

 

I have crocheted some headbands in preparation for my new Grandaughter.  Thank you so much for your lovely thoughts and prayers for Amie.  She is still been monitored regularly but is at home on bed rest so all is well at the moment.

 

 

Finally I have been busy with the sewing machine and made a stack of bandanas for Hector.  They are going to Disneyland Paris in the summer so I thought Mickey Mouse and Toy Story were needed.

 

 

The builder is here at the moment, rebuilding the wall at the front so all is well in my little world.  What is happening with you?

 

See you soon.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What a Week!

I have had a really lovely but busy week, including visits from two of my daughters and their families.  My youngest daughters visit included the makings of an afternoon tea, what's not to enjoy?  The girls just loved the horse rides........

My youngest Grandson was not going to be fobbed off with yoghurt, he soon got rid of that!  Cake  was the order of the day!

I have spent an hour a day on the wedding crochet and that is coming along quite nicely.  I even managed to buy vintage hankies and evening bags as gifts for the bridesmaids from me, when we have our bridesmaids tea.

 

I have had a wonderful time doing some shabby chic wreaths and bunting to decorate the stall at the spring fairs.  The lace and ribbon was delight to rediscover from my store and does include some vintage lace which is always a delight for me.

I added a few pearls just to give it a finishing touch.  I was really quite pleased with the overall effect, it would be perfect for a shabby chic wedding which seems to be quite popular at the moment.

 

I also had fun with some fabric brought back from America making little shopping bags, bibs and bandanas.

Finally a little treat for myself, well it was Mothers Day and I am a Mother.  Remember that little bag of vintage treasure sourced on holiday, I have made it into a delightful piece of art using a embroidery ring.  I was thrilled with the outcome, but I will let you judge for yourself.

 



 I am sure it will be a piece that I can look at and smile!

Hope you have a wonderful weekend.