Hi everyone
Driving through Seale (a small village near to Christmas Pie) I saw the first daffodils of the year in flower. How wonderful and I hope that the change in weather that has been forecasted for the end of this week does not bring weather that will damage these early spring flowers. I love the colour of spring, bright yellows of daffodils, pure white of narcissus, bright reds of tulips and that gorgeous purple of crocus. I am a big fan of bright colours - in fact the very first bathroom that we 'owned' had yellow walls courtesy of me. As you can imagine, I had to issue everyone with sunglasses when they came to see us. Since then I have painted walls purple, paintwork bright red, and numerous other vibrant colours - although to assure you, these colours were not all in the same room.
I have had a busy week so far making items for my new ranges. I have also managed to buy a set of pans for my candle-making - initially this will not be a major addition to the Christmas Pie Crafts range, but as I am a BIG candle fan, it seemed a good idea to give making them a go. My first ones may just be all for me - they will be a test run. I have all of the gear: wax, colours, perfumes, moulds, etc and now my pans and I really do need to get a move on and get making some. Very exciting really and I will let you know how things go. If I am feeling brave enough I will post pics of my first makes - disasters and catastrophes!
I have always thought I had a good memory and for most things I think that is true. However, when I think of things that I could make, the ideas often seem to whizz through my mind without stopping. No matter how much I tell myself I will remember them, I don't and I rack my brains trying to recall the brilliant idea I thought I had had. I have taken to writing things down as soon as I think of them - that way I should be able to put into reality the ideas I have without spending hours trying to remember what they were.
Off to put my feet up and catch some news. Jazz and Daisy are desperate for a comfortable sit down in a nice warm lounge, so I have to give in to them. Enjoy the rest of the week - I will be back on Sunday/Monday with the Handmade Monday gang.
Jill
