Lots of sewing. . . . .

This week I finished my first Fox!

So we had a trip to the fabric store with a new animal in mind.

My Daughter spotted some fabric, then the question ' Are we doing anything on Sunday?'

Me 'No, I don't think so. Why?' 

Daughter 'I'd really like a pleated skirt'

She said 'It's easy, I've looked on Youtube'

All afternoon she had me working on the skirt. She is a taskmaster, I hardly had any breaks!!

I've done lots of sewing, quilts, cushions, simple dresses and lots of animal heads, but nothing with a zip. So out came the sewing bible.

We just need to add a fastener above the zip but my Boss/Assistant/Daughter is at college today so I'm having a break from the skirt.

 (I couldn't be bothered finding the right coat hanger, so the skirt is just pinned onto the hanger)

Welcome to my hunting lodge!

Hello March (where did February go?)

I've been busy with lots of sewing.

I've also set up a Facebook page (very new to me)

I've had lots of animal requests, some easier than others!

Hopefully over the next few days I'll be adding a swan!!

RED January Day 31

I reached the end . . . . 

RED January and I've walked over 10,000 steps every day.

This is a lot more than normal for me (Desk job) and I do feel proud of myself.

It does lift your mood, you get lots of fresh air, you see the occasional chatty person, you definitely notice the weather and also sign of spring.

RED January - Day 26 - 30

The last few days . . . .

No words, I'm too tired.

 Just one more picture to come . . . .

RED January - Day 21 - 25

Lots more walking. . . . .

With grey skies . . . 

A dusting of snow . . . 

A winter wonderland . . . . 

A thick fog. . . . 

All with my happy little companion.

Walking is great for your mental health but so is my beautiful Penny.

Shes always happy to go for a walk !!!

RED January - Day 16 - 20

Look at that, beautiful blue sky! Don't you just love it.

We haven't had long sunny days, me and Penny have developed a strategy of dashing out when the sun shines.

Just after my walk on the 18th my Fitbit fell off! (luckily at the table whilst drinking tea)

The strap had broken.

On the 19th I used the 'Fitbit in my glove' method of logging my steps.

So until my replacement strap arrives, its gloves every day.

If you fancy a read about the benefits of walking have have a look here.

RED January - Day 11 - 15

Look at my lovely walking companion!

If you see me out walking with Penny, you'll notice me chatting away, don't worry I'm talking to Penny, I'm not talking to myself!!!

Even on a gloomy day Penny is happy to walk , walk, walk . . . .

This week my Son is suffering from the side effects of his treatment.

The daily walk gives me time to think it all over, which helps me keep upbeat at home when my Son needs me. 

So out we go, walking similar route, in different directions, different combinations, all adding up to a good walk each day.

How is your activity levels? Does a walk improve your mood?