Card Collection

I was rummaging through some odds and ends yesterday, stuff I had put in a safe place and forgotten about, and found a bunch of cards I made aaaaages ago. I would love to make cards more often, but whenever I get the motivation, I have no inspiration. So I was pleasantly surprised when I came across my little collection, it proves that at some point in time, I had both motivation and inspiration in equal measure.

Be Creative - Embroider

I am flitting from one craft to another at the moment. During the week I decided that with a quiet weekend ahead I would try my hand at some embroidery. I had a project in mind so I paid a quick visit to Hobbycraft after work last night and purchased some embroidery floss and a hoop. When I got home I dug out some left over material from another project, and using my sewing machine made a small curtain pull to cover the mess in my crafts bookcase.

I printed off a phrase in cursive lettering on the computer, pinned it to my fabric and off I went. I have never embroidered before so I was sewing through the paper, which actually worked surprisingly well.

I am very pleased with the result, and rather proud of my efforts in the initiative department. My craft bits and bobs are hidden away and I have another favourite craft to add to my growing list of hobbies.

Cupcakes for the Neighbour with no Conscience

I have a very noisy neighbour with absolutely no social conscience. I thought by approaching her with a gift she might be more accepting of my pleas about the noise. As it turns out, these were wasted on her! Luckily, I made quite a few so I was able to treat myself. I was much more appreciative of my efforts.


Cupcakes are Chocolate Chocolate, Apple Crumble, Banana & Walnut and Vanilla Vanilla.

He's Growing Up so Fast

I took these photos of my cat, Munch (named ater the Law & Order: SVU character) yesterday. He was basking in the sunshine and enjoying the warm weather. I can't believe he is 11/2 years old now. He has really found his feet at home and is in his element in the garden.