My very pink flip-it mini-book was so well received that I received a request to make a boyish one for the older brother so that he wouldn't feel left out. Always happy to oblige! I used these gorgeous October Afternoon papers, perfect for a boy who is nearly 9. I can see me making more … Continue reading Another Flip-It MiniBook →

We ventured along the M4 today to the Littlewick Green Annual Show. I'd been hoping for farm animals and a craft tent but no such luck ... what I found was Pony Club showjumping, vintage cars and a pair of beautiful Shire horses. DS had a ball running around looking at everything and Grandad came … Continue reading Littlewick Green Annual Show →

My beautiful GodDaughter brought her mummy and big brother to see us today. Sadly, today was not brilliant weather-wise but we did manage a trip to the Common late afternoon. DS nearly missed out on the outing because of his poor behaviour (hitting) and actually had to endure two 10-minute-timeouts in his room in order … Continue reading Wednesday Visitors →

So ... actions speak louder than words, right? DS's old car seat now belongs to Susanna's 4-month-old niece and DS's infant carrier (plus raincover) now belongs to Joanna's as yet unborn baby. And all due to the power of the Internet and the Freecycle website. And I get to have a warm, cosy glow for … Continue reading The Magic of Freecycle →

I read an article in the Times recently about the 100 Thing Challenge . The challenge encourages a simpler, clutter-free lifestyle and was dreamt up by David Bruno, a 37-year-old American, as his response to the recession and his own unease about the unwanted junk filling his home. It really struck a chord with me … Continue reading The 100 Thing Challenge →

Next week sees the arrival of September, which means that it's time for Shimelle's Learn Something New Every Day class again. Where's that last year gone to? A perk of Shimelle's class is that once you've signed up for a class you are automatically included for future years, unless you choose to opt out. I … Continue reading Shimelle’s Learn Something New Class →

DH (and the pooch) has been in Maidenhead since Friday afternoon, babysitting his parents and this afternoon he persuaded them to come over for a visit. It was strange to think that DH was "visiting" his own house! DS was absolutely thrilled to discover that Daddy was home and clung to him like a limpet. … Continue reading A Visitor! →

Over on UKS this month they've been running a series of prompts/classes for mini-books. This one by Kathy Black caught my eye, as it's made from just one sheet of 12x12 cardstock. Cousin J's DD is 6 years old and a very girlie girl and she just happens to be a bridesmaid in 2 weeks … Continue reading A Very Pink Mini-Book! →