Hi there. Thanks for popping in. Before I carry on watching “The Diplomat”, a Netflix Series which has me hooked, let me peep out of the window with you, and show you a thing of beauty which stands in the garden here… What a wonderful magnolia! And such a glorious splash of pink! They grow so well round here. We planted this one about four years ago, and it has shot up. The gardens round here are of full of…
Hi there Thanks for popping in. Rainy Sunday, so a perfect day for crafting. Pottery this morning. Made a start on the Totem Pole. This could take a while, but hey! Who’s in a rush?? You just need a little vision and a lot of patience… Oh. And a ruler and pencil… Remember the sketch? Well, this is the base piece. That’s 6 hours so far. But who’s counting? It’s a good job I don’t have to make a living…
Hi there Thanks for popping in. It’s time to get my dancing shoes on and head on up to Peterborough for the Create & Craft 20th Birthday Party! Dave isn’t able to join in because of work appointments, but Paul and I are always up for a piece of cake and a party! Lots of people who have been involved over the years have been invited, so it will be nice to see some familiar faces. It’s ironic really. I…
Hi there Thanks for popping in. We have a posh Boardroom at Clarity Towers. Very swish. Problem is we don‘t actually have a board! Unless you count Dave and me! But it does come in very handy when we are having business meetings, as in Bank Manager type meetings. Mind you, Dan our Bank Manager is a great mate, never misses our Christmas Lunches, and when we do have a meeting it’s usually at Bill’s for breakfast! Nonetheless… Today we…
Hi there Thanks for popping in. I must be feeling better! Rose with the lark this morning, made the bed, emptied the dishwasher AND wrote this month’s Club newsletter – all before 8am! Feeling energized because this afternoon was the first time back at Pot pot pottery class! It was so good to see the ladies again! A proper affectionate welcome back. I can only speak for myself, but why oh why do I always think people don’t like me,…
Hi there Thanks for popping in. I can’t tell you how much I love these designs! Every single one. Our dear friend Mel Turner drew these. They come as 3-way overlay stamps and stencils too. But the dies. Well, the dies are just to die for! Instant sophicated papercut perfection. Tuesday again and as you will know by now, every Tuesday we launch a favourite Design of the Week with 30% off, plus club discount, to celebrate our 30th year…
Hi there Thanks for popping in. Just had a lovely meal: Smoked ham with honey, fresh beetroot and….German potato salad. I’ve blogged this recipe before – over 10 years ago in fact!! Where does the time go? It’s a specialecial secret, which I share only with my friends…my world famous, handed-down-to-me-by-my-Mum-and-through-generations GERMAN POTATO SALAD RECIPE !! Nothing to do with making cards, but certainly something to serve friends and family. It’s so easy! Here’s what you need: Red Potatoes Mayonnaise Gherkins…
Hi there Thanks for popping in. It’s been a making day all day here! Dave and I have been getting with our hands! Made a cup of tea Made another cup of tea ! It is Sunday after all… Made a batch of German potato salad Made the bed Made a plan for tomorrow’s SHAC. So the Bus Driver knows the route at least! It’s a Vase! Made some miniature abstract water-colour paintings Dave made some little frames for said…
Hi there Thanks for popping in. Woke up this morning, and actually had nothing specific to do – apart from this ’ere blog, of course! Dave had to work, so the day was mine to use as I pleased. Of course I have always got enough work to more than fill all my days forever and ever! Clarity Towers is always there, looming in the background! But I am trying to avoid work at the weekends unless absolutely necessary. I…
Hi there Thanks for popping in. Just a quickie, to remind you that the SHAC bus is headed for Holland this evening at 7pm! Well, virtually! I’m doing a Facebook LIVE/Youtube Craftalong , using some stamps and a Groovi plate that we drew together in the SHAC during lockdown. Remember? I LOVED these designs! Remember our carrot people? We have created a page over on the Clarity website with everything that you will need to join in, but here’s a…