It’s hard to find time to make and bake when Christmas is galloping towards us, but I do find it relaxing to make simple seasonal sweetmeats, and sometimes they make a good gift too. These Christmas pudding truffles don’t require any cooking, so they’re super-easy. I have two versions, one with all the sugar, and… Read More »
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12 Days of Making (3) Natural table decorating
My thoughts have turned to decorating the house, and as I’ve decided to try and be as plastic free as possible this year, I’m going to be using mainly plants and flowers. I love the choice of evergreens around at this time of year: snowberries, holly, pine, ivy with its lovely variegated berries, Christmas roses… Read More »
12 Days of Making (2) A printed wreath
Today’s make is a printed wreath to hang on a cupboard or interior door. I love print making, and although I am complete novice, I think it’s possible to create a great effect without being an amazing artist. I love the simplicity of print, and the homespun effect. As with all my makes, this is… Read More »
Renovations underway
We’ve been in the house for just over three months now. Work is underway, but I must say, it’s a lot harder than I thought it was going to be. This will be the third house that we’ve done up in the last 28 years, and although there have been ups and downs with the… Read More »