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Toys for B

I spotted these dolls by Ruby Ruth in a shop on the Southbank earlier this week – how amazing?! I love the huge button eyes and spindly arms and legs… I’m trying to justify a purchase – I’m pretty sure … Continue reading

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The year that was…

I’ve been reading all the ‘Year in review’ posts that pop up around about now… I love seeing everyone’s achievements and highlights of the year just gone. And I did a big old 2011 review post documenting various crafty projects … Continue reading

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I saw that Elise had set herself a Quilts by Christmas challenge and thought I’d try to join in… although she’s making four quilts (yep, that’s FOUR quilts) by Christmas. Makes my one feels a like small change. Especially since … Continue reading

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We all need a jaunty neckerchief

I’ve discovered that the key to successful craft activity now lies in picking quick, easy projects to keep the sense of achievement high… I’m also becoming a huge fan of the immediately practical. With that in mind, my thoughts this week … Continue reading

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Just in time for Autumn…

…the blanket is finished! Good timing really, as it’s just started to get a little colder. The pattern is ‘Cable blanket‘ from this Debbie Bliss book and the yarn is Artesano Superwash Merino. It’s unbelievably soft and cuddly, the perfect … Continue reading

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Barnaby’s room

The new rhythm of things around here doesn’t leave much room for the making of stuff or blogging about it just yet…  it’s only now I fully appreciate why other bloggers have a series of guest posts if they’ve just … Continue reading

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Cushions continued…

After all my cushion searching, the best one plopped onto my doormat from my friend Denise… Isn’t it brilliant? It’s from Sarah Hardaker and I love the colours and the fabric. It’s a perfect fit for the little man’s nursery. Speaking of … Continue reading

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Time flies…

I can hardly believe Barnaby is almost four weeks old – it’s all passed in a bit of a blur (although that probably has a lot to do with the lack of sleep…) He’s such a brilliant little guy and … Continue reading

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A little earlier than scheduled

Our gorgeous little boy, Barnaby, arrived a little earlier than expected a couple of weeks ago… Hence the radio silence while we enjoy spending time getting to know our little man and settling in to life as a family of … Continue reading

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Bump

My Mum came to stay last week and took some fab photos for us… this was one of my favourites… X

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