Having 'Love'-ly thoughts...

Wow...time does fly, doesn't it? I cannot believe that it is already the last day of January! And, it doesn't help that I'm already casting my eyes forward towards February, hoping and wishing that it would zoom by so that March can come knocking with the promise of a long awaited holiday to South Africa! I must, in all the excitement, remember one thing: 'Not to count the days, but to make the days count.' I am a little ahead of myself in some ways, and I'm already thinking romantic Valentine thoughts! Well, that is in the crafty sense! I spent yesterday evening making a new wreath to celebrate the month of love. Did you see last year's Valentine quickie?

I decided to put a little more effort in this year, and took to needle and thread for a romantic take on 'granny chic'!

I re-used the base from last year's, which was simply a polystyrene wreath base covered in a pair of stripy socks! I wrapped some wool around it to give a little texture. I then added a bow made from felt, some doilies, and a few felt roses, made from scraps of left-over felt. I'm very pleased with how it turned out.

So, I'm thinking 'love'-ly thoughts right now...

I hope you're days are filled with love too!

Blessings

Tania ♥♥♥

Kitchen snaps ♥

Hello my lovelies! I hope life is treating you all kindly? There is not much to report on this side...Sometimes the mundane tasks have to take priority over more exciting ventures of the creative kind. Like, cleaning the oven, degreasing the kitchen, and scrubbing floors! The 'heart of our home' was under a bit of strain, and in serious need of some TLC and de-grubbing! So, needless to say there hasn't been much time for any creative pursuits. But, I did manage to sew this little fella...a cheery little kitchen companion.

Whilst all is spiffy and tidy, I thought I'd take some snaps to share...

Freshly laundered tea towels...

'What's the time, Mr. Wolf?' Dinnertime!!!!

Fresh flowers ♥

Tea break? Don't mind if I do!

Loving paper straws right now...

Tins...and more tins...slightly obsessed with tins...

All fresh...♥

Blessings 

Tania ♥

Friday Fancies...Florals

Happy Friday everyone! So glad the weekend is here. This week has been a long, cold, dreary one! I believe that the most depressing day of the year has now come and gone, according to researchers, who have pinned January the 22nd as 'Blue Monday'! Apparently it is the day we feel most unhappy, as the weather is so bitterly cold, debts have piled up after Christmas, and it's when most of us falter on our New Year resolutions. Well, it can only get better now, right? I must admit that I do struggle in January to maintain a cheerful disposition, but this year I've made a conscious effort to focus on the good things, and to stay busy! When I'm actively doing something, I feel a whole lot chirpier! So, today, to lift my mood, I'm thinking flowers! Oh, I so look forward to spring blooms! I've had a little tidy on my dresser, and thought I'd share some thrifty finds with you, of the floral kind. These are all little treasures which I've gathered over time from thrift shops...last of the big spenders I am! I think it's always worth remembering, that buying 'second hand', doesn't mean it's second rate. If you purchase something you love, it's new to you! 

A sweet  Pansy brooch from 'Good Intentions' jewelry makers of Wales...thrifted.

A delightful floral bowl, thrifted for a mere 99p! Perfect for holding jewelry...The yellow pearl earrings and bracelet were all treasures picked up from thrift shops.

I love orchids! Haven't worn this much, but think it perfect to cheer up a fancy hairdo in the summer...or winter!

And lastly, if you've got a few buttons you love, why not make a cheery button bouquet to add a little colour to a winter coat? Here's one I made to sell...but couldn't part with! :)

Here's to spring blooms! Have a cheerful, happy Friday!

Blessings
Tania ♥♥♥