I love finding a bargain, whether it be charity shop, antique stall or high street. I had a good couple of finds in a local charity shop. Firstly this seriously cute heart-decorated cushion (perfect condition and feather-filled too!)
I thought it would look good on my daughter's chair in her room...



The white knitted blanket on the right was made by my mum when my son was born. It's a copy of one I had as a baby.



My next find was't as pretty but boy, is it functional!



Will be great with all my crafty bits in. At some point, I'll re-paint it and make it look a bit more glam.

The tables are turned!

Today I had the pleasure of teaching my mum to crochet!
She is already an accomplished and very clever knitter and had tried the korknisse but fancied trying the crochet option. This is what she made:




I think he's lovely! Plenty more of these to come, I'm sure.

Such a cute dress

I picked up this dress in Brighton at the weekend. I love its cute 70's floral pattern.



Might have to layer it up with boots and a warm cardi as I don't think I can wait until the summer to wear it!

A little practise ...

I'm just practising a few stitches from a random pattern. Got in a right muddle to start, but have completed a few more rows since the photo and have got into the swing of things! Will probably unravel this lot and find my next project; have ordered some crafty bits so will look for some inspiration.

Hearty soup

Brownie points to me, I think for creating such a healthy lunch: chorizo, butter beans and whatever looked like veg from the fridge.