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My Crochet Adventures

Following on from my previous post on learning to crochet with Beautiful Things, I thought it was time for an update. First I have to say that once you find yourself a comfy spot there really is no stopping, even just practicing is very therapeutic. Double Crochet So, I’ve watched the introduction and read the …

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Top 10 Tips for Hosting Afternoon Tea

Anyone who has enjoyed an Afternoon Tea will know that sometimes  it is the attention to detail that makes it extra special. Of course the tea, sandwiches, cakes are the main focus of any Afternoon Tea but it is the finishing touches that make the difference. Here are my Top 10 Tips to add that …

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Affordable Garden Art for your Garden

Recently I have added a contemporary garden ornament to my garden in Shropshire. Discovering intriguing and appealing art at large country gardens and historic properties is more popular now than ever. Just look at the success and emotion stirred by the poppies display at the Tower of London. It brings art and sculpture in a natural setting to many …

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Claire Austin Plants Open Day

On the England, Wales border of the counties of Shropshire and Powys you will find the garden nursery of Claire Austin Perennials. The nursery has many plants but specialises in Peonies and Irises. Once a year Claire Austin opens the nursery to the public along with her private garden. You may already be familiar with …

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Ideas for Handmade Wedding and Birthday Cards

I am sharing some recent craft makes with you today. Browsing Pinterest for Wedding Card and Birthday Card ideas I discovered lots of inspiration. I combined some of the ideas to come up with two rather lovely yet different cards.  Handmade Tying the Knot Wedding Card Both the cards I have made have a sewing slant …

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Rhubarb and Chocolate Pudding Recipe

Rhubarb Chocolate pudding is such a favourite Rhubarb recipe of mine, it gets baked several times a year once the Rhubarb is ready for picking in the garden. Chocolate & Rhubarb Pudding Usually this pudding is made in one large pudding dish and serves 10-12 people, great for a big family gathering. But I have found it …