So as promised here are some photos of the finished dumbbell crate turned winter planter. It was enjoyable and relaxing painting it last weekend and most importantly it helped distract me from thinking about some not so great news I received on Friday.

I saw this little Robin the other day and was reminded of this quote, 'I am no bird; and no net ensnares me; I am a free human being with an independent will.' - Charlotte Bronte. A friend gave me a necklace with this quote on it years ago and I still treasure it. Freedom, … Continue reading A robin,the cottage and little Sparkles

    This week I was up at Ballater for the day and there were hundreds upon hundreds of pine cones strewn all over the ground. I have always thought there is something really special about pine cones, they are just beautiful and evoke so many lovely memories for me. Whilst I was in Ballater, … Continue reading Pine cones, open windows and upcycling

I'm day dreaming of Paris all the time at the moment. I miss it. ❤

I can't believe that it's nearly my seven months ampuversary! Its crazy that it has been so long since the day I said farewell to my dodgy ankle. What a journey its been so far. I have had absolutely no regrets about getting rid of my leg, and my new leg (Lola) has been amazing. … Continue reading 7 month ampuversary

I read a beautiful paragraph in a magazine the other day that really struck me. I don't know about you, but some of my favourite moments in life are when I am uncontrollably crying with laughter at something. For me personally, laughter is by far the best medicine and stress relief. The writer of the … Continue reading Reconnecting

This week I gave gel candle making a shot. It was so much simpler than I had anticipated and so much quicker as well. I now have lots of little gift candles to give to people to light up their homes in winter. My next creation is going to be knitting socks. For all who … Continue reading Gel candles, slipper socks and photos

Blueberries, elderberries, my frozen blackcurrants, redcurrants, gooseberries and of course blackberries have all needed my attention recently. I have been making so many berry based thing,  jams, preserves, liquers, cakes etc, the list goes on. It is greatly satisfying using/producing from 'natures larder.' I was in Waterstones on Friday and came across a great little … Continue reading Berry bonanza, foraging and nettle soup