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Jelly rolls and fat quarters

Wednesday, November 3rd, 2010

I’m a bit of a sucker when it comes to jelly rolls and fat quarters. Particularly late at night when I’m perusing the internet. well, OK if I’m being honest, only late at night on the internet! Many of the fabric collections being produced are just so incredibly delicious that my willpower flies straight out […]

Focus

Saturday, October 30th, 2010

Not always running off to check the internet is a bit like being on a diet – and it’s just as difficult to be self-disciplined! I can’t say that I’ve totally managed to keep to my goal of only checking emails four times a day, but I haven’t been far off. And it seems to […]

I want an hour or two more in my day.

Friday, October 29th, 2010

I don’t know how you feel, but I really could do with an extra couple of hours every day. This goes hand in hand with the proviso that they should be ‘nice quality creative hours’, not ‘cleaning the bathroom’ or ‘dealing with fractious teenagers hours’. I could achieve so much if I just had two […]

Home body

Wednesday, October 27th, 2010

Don’t get me wrong. I had a great vacation. I loved spending time with people who are dear to me. I loved all the new sights and all the fresh ideas I brought home with me. But I love being at home. As I get older I think it hits me more. I just love […]

Whatever happened?

Thursday, October 7th, 2010

At the start of the new school term in August I was full of verve and gusto – and lots of new resolutions, and the enthusiasm and motivation to jump in and stick to them all. I suddenly realised this when I was driving to the shops this morning. What happened? I’m really ashamed, not […]