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It's been a bit of a week really, it started off badly with a trip to A&E in a bit of a bad way, I had a seizure and had no improvement with my 2 x doses of midazolam so my carers called an ambulance and Mark. We had a first responder, an advanced paramedic ( who travelled with us) and the paramedic team, sadly i had to have diazepam and went into a respiratory arrest so i was given artificial ventilation ( bagging) until we got to resus, for the first time i have no memory o

Iv'e been down a rabbit hole, a lot going on within the family and having surgery 5 weeks ago which i was told would be a 6 to 12 week recovery but blummin heck it's taken it out of me not only physically but mentally it has caused me to stop! I just haven't been able to even sit at my craft desk both for pain and for losing all motivation and certainly no energy to work on the website, just all too much and a lot of 'what's the point?) and well, really what is the point? wel

Spring marks a time of fresh starts and new energy. As the cold grip of winter loosens, the garden awakens with crocuses, daffodils, and snowdrops pushing through the soil. Birds flock to the table outside, filling the air with lively sounds. This natural renewal invites reflection and creativity. For many, including myself, it sparks a desire to capture these moments and thoughts through journaling. Sitting on a window seat each morning, surrounded by signs of spring, I find

This year has been a creative turning point for me. I discovered a new passion that has transformed how I approach my art journals: watercolour backgrounds combined with rice papers on the reverse side to create unique ephemera. This technique has opened up fresh possibilities for texture, colour, and storytelling within my journals. I want to share the process, insights, and examples from this journey so far. Watercolour background with rice paper ephemera, close-up view of

As we enter December, we're gearing up for our busiest two weeks of the year with three major Christmas markets and restocking our Lancaster outlet: the little shop of handmade loveliness, open daily until Christmas Eve. This year, preparation has been crucial to keep things manageable and to ensure we enjoy the season. I hope you can take a moment for yourselves amidst the organizing, cooking, and entertaining. Christmas is a time for reflection and planning for the year ahe

What an amazing experience we have just had, we stayed at Tebay in Cumbria in a cute farm cottage for 3 nights. Everyone needs some time...

When I make my journals or even pieces of art, my main focus is texture. Being in a wheelchair, I'm a bloomin nightmare to take out in...

We haven't used alcohol inks for ages, it's great to get them out and do a batch of papers and foils at one crafty sitting and because...

A key feature of my journals is their texture, designed to promote positivity and relaxation for mental health. Research has shown that...

To carry on from FND Awareness Day yesterday (March 25th 2025), here is a video that one of my carers took when I was experiencing a mild...

March 25th 2025 was FND Awareness Day. I did a Facebook Live to share my story - how it's affected me, my life and my family, how hard it...

Have you ever wondered what my journals look like inside? Well, join us in this video as we have a look through one of my special, large...

Dudley loves to help with anything around the house but especially the craft materials We love him dearly, such a character and of course...

This is a reasonably new symptom of mine, maybe around 6 months. I can be talking normally and then this kicks in and can last up to...

Colourful journals inspire joy and creativity for a vibrant Spring ahead. At last, we are in reach of March. Funnily enough, this year I...

Hello to you all, it's been a bit of a day here. This morning my intention was to blog, followed up by a YouTube reel on how my surge of...

Good morning to you all from our cosy candle lit lounge { it is one dark home on winter days } I do try to get out into the fresh air...

Hello from me and Dudley, our black cat, who is currently snuggled up on the bed nice and cosy. Well, Happy New Year to you all. The...