Winter

 
This is sewn in blues and icy whites with a peppering of pearls and icy crystals. The snowdrops under the tree are crystal buttons with green embroidery. The cat is 'Flossie' a family favourite.

Working on a prezzie

Autumn

 
The browns and deep orange signify the end of summer, along with the fallen leaves, and the russet buttons are the fruit depicted at the end of the summer.

Working on a prezzie

Summer

 
Bright fruit adorns the trees and the red buttons add to the sense of fruiting. The bright green and red flowers on the blue background give a summer feel.

Working on a prezzie

Spring

 
I love the spring and this depiction with its bright flowers, buds, and bright greens really give a feeling of spring and promise.

Working on a prezzie

Quilting - Pretty In Pink

Today I am working on a quilt for my lovely niece. It is pink (she LOVES pink) and is intended as a cuddle cloth - not too large - just right for snuggling in front of the television and watching her favourite programme ...

Pretty In Pink

New Beginnings

New Beginnings

This is a new beginning for me and my first attempt at a blog. Here I want to share with my friends and family all the wonderful things around me and all the things that interest me about design, crafts, cooking, books, and my life in general. I hope that you will enjoy it! I am lucky to be living in Surrey, near to London, and there is so much going on here, most of it very exciting indeed. Watch this space!