found in a 1936 copy of ‘Under the Greenwood Tree’ by Thomas Hardy. Love it.

I sorted the wardrobes out over the holidays- even mine. I’m aiming for my Pinterest wardrobe, but it turns out that my real wardrobe is closer to it than I thought. This has come as a surprise. It’s easy to forget how many nice clothes you have when you spend every day pulling on the same [...]

I’ve started collecting the sky. From my doorstep, in my slippers. The sky is astonishingly different every day. It’s a shame I’ve only just noticed.       On a completely different note: :: I’ve decided that the end of Google reader is in fact a wonderful opportunity for a fresh start. So, I’m not [...]

I’m working. A lot. I’m tired. And when I’m not working I’m just completely distracted thinking about work. And yet, working for me actually means writing a pretty book and making quilts. Tony and I have been enjoying this series which puts our work/ life problems into rather sharp perspective. We know how fortunate we [...]

My little business has had a bit of a growth spurt recently. So to celebrate I’ve treated myself to an ipad mini. And let me tell you, it’s a thing of beauty. I’m hoping it will make travelling, working and generally being away from home easier and more pleasant, and I can Instagram at last [...]

moon cycle, created with linen, bleach and seed stitches My Dad’s got a new telescope and we’re inheriting his old one. I haven’t told the boys yet as it’ll be a while before we get to Kent to pick it up. Waiting is hard when you’re 8. I’ve been preparing myself for my new hobby [...]

This is my friend Sarah having fun with ‘Freya’. And yes, Sarah is as delightful as she looks there. So, Sarah is a photographer and is doing all the pictures for ‘A Field Guide’ (book 3- out August) which is just wonderful! Sarah has also been gently encouraged (okay, nagged) by me to start a [...]

I’ve admired her work for so long and now I’m the very proud owner of a little piece. I mean, look at him! How could I resist such a character? Visit Mandy’s Etsy shop and treat yourself to a real bargain. Now, I’m saving for one of these stools.

The boys had an inset day today, so we headed to a bitterly cold and grey South Bank. The top picture is actually still in colour. We finally went on the Eye (it’s only been open 13 years) and then to the Sea Life Centre. The jelly fish were mesmerising.