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Tuesday, 25 February 2014

crochet: granny squares

inspired by lots of crochet granny square blankets popping up in shops and in home magazines, i have been inspired to get back into crochet and attempt a granny square blanket, i am using a 5.5mm crochet hook from Minerva Crafts and i bought the wool from Deramores, it's called Vanna's Choice and is £3.49 per ball, colour references in the shopping list at the end... there is a also a how to crochet granny square video at the end of the blog post if you fancy giving it a go. i have only completed 6 squares at the moment, so more to follow ....











shopping list 


- 5.5mm crochet hook £1.79 Minerva Crafts

- Vanna's Choice Wool £3.49 per ball - mustard (158), Fern (171), Raspberry (112) Radiant Orange (132), Aqua (102), Purple (147), White (100) 

Thursday, 20 February 2014

sushi lesson with Sarah

last night my lovely friend Sarah taught me the art of sushi making, we made cucumber maki, mini ISO, Futomaki and a California hand roll, here is the result of our efforts....ps they were delicious, especially the harissa, crab & avocado... this is my first attempt at vlogging also, hope you enjoy!!! if you want to give it a go, you can buy a starter kit from Kazari for just £4.99










Thursday, 13 February 2014

love is....

 so it's that time of year again, love is in the air and I have seen so many lovely cards and gifts, i felt i had to share them with you.... i absolutely love this card from naughtylittlecards, Etsy £3, especially if you are in a new relationship and its all a bit awkward still


this card is extra cute from Lazy Oaf £2.75, my little sister would appreciate this card


these sentimental prints from M&S make a very thoughtful gift, and would look really graphic with a chunky black frame and a bargain at £19.50 for 4
 this has to be my favourite gift idea, M&S "Me & You" T-Towel, £6 could also frame this if you didn't want to use it ...




this be-jewelled i-phone cover is AMAZING and especially for you Lara .... Asos £12
for all those bakers out there, this has to be the perfect gift... although purely for display purposes only get the Fiolmena Muffin tray from Anthropologie £36 (Sally & Charlotte thought you would like this...)


for the miniature lover (Sarah this is right up your street), this is adorable     "i think you're great" NOTHS £7



Wednesday, 12 February 2014

love this: Cath Kidston novelty lamps

i am totally in love with these new novelty lamps by Cath Kidston, my favourite being the House Lamp, £68 and second on my list the Stanley lamp,£68 RIP Stan the man....