Snuggle up!

One of the funny things about coming to live in Italy is that many of our friends in the UK seem to think that we are enjoying hot weather all year.  This couldn’t be further from the truth!  Whilst we have a lot of clear, sunny days – they are cold.  Really cold! In addition … More Snuggle up!

Ciao!

I love to collect vintage embroidery kits.  In my opinion the best era for these is the 1970’s and early 80’s.  My favourite designer from that time is Chris Davenport.  I will probably do a future post (or three) about her work, and when I go back to the UK for a visit, I will … More Ciao!

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Flower Crush

I love experimenting with colour and trying out new embroidery stitches.  It isn’t always easy to buy kits that really challenge an experienced embroiderer.  Counted cross stitch kits proliferate but, much as I love them, I also want to enjoy the texture and variety available to an avid stitcher.  There are some wonderful embroidery designers … More Flower Crush