Autum is a beautiful time of year, and the word immediately evokes images of shiny brown conkers and cosy log fires. It is a season of hot chocolate, red noses, scarves, woolly jumpers and thick socks. There is of course one things that is quintestentially aumtumnal – leaves! Mounds and mounds of crispy leaves, glowing… Continue reading What’s growing in November
Those of you who know me will know I am a big fan of Lucy from Attic24, and have been for many, many years. Her use of bright, cheerful colours and gorgeous designs have really helped revamp the image of crochet for a new generation. Despite the fact that I have been to all three… Continue reading Attic24 Sunny CAL
Like most two year olds, Alice loves to jump in puddles, kick through piles of leaves, run across bridges and twirl endlessly. And like most two years olds, her enthusiasm sometimes overtakes her balance, or grasp of physics, and plenty of muddy bottoms are the result. A pair of soggy trousers can quickly make a… Continue reading Frugi Puddle Busters – Review
We are big fans of Judith Kerr in our house, and Mog in particular. I grew up with Mog and the Thomas family. The lament of “bother that cat” has been aimed at our own felines many times over the years! A couple of the books my parents read to me have made their way… Continue reading Mog’s Christmas Calamity
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