November

I can't believe its November the 30th already. (warning, photo overload)

Officially an October photo, but look at our little Halloween witch!

This month I've taken some of my animals to the local garden nursery, So Plants.

They've slotted in with all their beautiful decorations.

I've also added some decorations to my Folksy shop.

Lots of extra decorations,

These have been on display at Longridge Library

Along with my animals above.

Penny's been enjoying some lovely walks and she loves a good stiff in all the fallen leaves.

I have spent a lot of time sewing this month,

Beavering away . . . . .  

We had a trip to Lancaster and I delivered some more bears to Arteria

(that brown blur is Penny's nose)

In sad news, Margo passed away this month. 

She'd had a couple of quiet days but was still playing out and eating.

 Then she was gone. 

I added another Triceratops to my Folksy page, grey this time and I'm considering a pink one!!

I don't like asking but if you have a minute to like or follow or share my Facebook page or my Instagram you'd make my day!!

Delivery day again last weekend. A lion to Lancaster.

And two whole bags of animals to Kirkby Lonsdale, Little Owls Emporium

Then we had our Grand Day out in Harrogate.

The Knitting and Stitching Show.

I was on the look out for fabric for my animals.

But I came home with three patterns from Beth Studley at lovefrombeth

And we had a little look in the shops in Harrogate and we visited Sophie Likes

where I bought the lovely star wreath.

Today I'm at home, full of a cold, sipping Lemsip with a huge box of tissues.

(No photo required)

Half Term

Half Term has gone in a flash.

We started the week with a lovely visit to Lytham.

(Penny nearly jumped in the fountain, luckily she was on a short lead and my Daughter was quick)

It was glorious, just what we needed!

I've also made another animal. He'll be going on my Folksy shop this week.

The biggest event of the half term break was a trip to Alderhey Childrens Hospital. My son was having treatment for CRMO. We had three days at the hospital, fuelled by junk food (anything to make him happy).

Back home on Friday night.

Saturday was the day to finish off another new animal, my whale.

The debate was barnacles or no barnacles?

Sunday and we all got some extra time in bed (Clocks going back)

But we also had time for a family walk!!

(not sure how happy that made the children)

We headed off to Langden Brook

Penny had a great time, lots of puddles and mud.

After my Sons hospital treatment he has lots of new pains, this time in his ankles, so we didn't walk far.

The next job is to gather together enough animals to put on a display at the local Library.

Another quick catch-up

Just a quick catch-up 

(if you don't follow me on Instagram)

Over the last few weeks I've . . . . . 

Looked after my Mum and Dads chickens whilst they went on holiday

 and I've tried to do a daily walk.

I've been asked to make a Beaver.

I've started and finished some Christmas decorations.

I visited the Harrogate Quilt show and bought a lovely book.

I made the Badger but he's still naked.

I made some mini animal heads, the lion being the favourite.

We visited the beach with Penny and she went in the sea, to above her knees, for the first time.

And lastly, I've spent some time in the garden, just sitting with a cup of tea.

Sunshine and showers

August is all about sunshine and showers.

On a lovely sunny day earlier this month we visited Lytham Hall

There's a lovely plant shop and cafe.

Lots of walking for Penny (the dog)

 We have had a few showers, although the children do love a 'stay at home day'

My Sons had another round of bone strengthening treatment at Alderhey Hospital.

Three days, fuelled by cake and KFC, hes an absolute star!!

We visited Preston's Markers Market and I met the lovely Beth, the designer and maker of this beautiful card. Pop over to Instagram and have a look @_field_day

Also this week I finished two horses. One with a grey nose and one without.

We had a lucky break with the weather and visited Lancaster.

Then the best day of the week, we headed to Blackpool Zoo.

It was a party of ten, my parents, my sister and brother in law, my two children and three of my nieces. It was a day filled with laughter, lots of wasps, a few cheeky seagulls and lots of animals!!

'Mum, did you look at the weather?'

The answer is yes, I did look at the weather, but I needed to get out!

The children needed some fresh air and Penny needed a walk.

But the thunder started as we got in the car.

The rain started as we drove down the street.

The rain bounced off the road as we drove to our destination.

And it rained and rained as we walked happily along.

But it was nice to get out (for me and Penny)

Everywhere is so lush and green

But the storm clouds didn't leave . . . . 

Lets hope the sun is coming out soon.