What a difference a day makes ....................

Where's the sun gone today?  Just rain, rain, and more drizzly rain!

Here's today's photo for the August Break photo challenge:

Puddles!

You can guarantee that on the day I do the cleaning, he decides to find the most dirtiest, and muddiest puddle to play in!

And what does Buzz get when he gets home when he's been paddling?

A  Bath!!!!

much to his disgust ...... the little monkey!

Bee x

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The August Break 2011

I have decided to join in 'The August Break' 2011, the creation of Susannah Conway.

I think it is a lovely, fun idea to illustrate the summer holidays.  All you have to do is to upload a photo on your own blog throughout August.  There  is no pressure, just join in the fun, so I thought I would give it a whirl.  You can find out more on her blog here

Here's my photo for today's post

On my walk today ...... in the forest

bee x

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Upcycling a wicker basket

I've been wondering where our summer has gone, it appears to have taken a break and I am fed up with the rain and the overcast days now. 

I know we should be grateful for it as the land needs it, so the farmers say,

but it seems to come all at once, instead of being sensible,

 and spreading itself out a bit.

Despite the weather being a bit dodgy, I 've still managed to get out and take Buzz for a walk.  He doesn't like the thunder though.  He shakes like a leaf and wants alot of cuddles.  Bless his little paws!

Buzz enjoying his bed when it was sunny!

He's got a new bed which I upcycled from an old wicker dog basket in need of some love. 

I was inspired by some painted wicker baskets I spotted on a visit to a Cath Kidston store.

I removed the blue fabric lining and gave it a good wash and left it to dry.

Then with can in hand, I spray painted it red and whipped up a cushion out of some vintage Sanderson floral fabric which I found in a charity shop recently which goes brilliantly with the red paint. I love the final result and Buzz does too!

before

After!

Woof Woof Mum thank you!



Buzz catching the rays in his new bed

Anyone got any upcycling ideas they love that they want to share?

bee x

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If you go down to the woods today ....................

I took my lovely Buzz dog for a walk in the woods today, and I came across a big surprise! lol

I spotted a deer sunbathing in the bluebells. 

 Luckily, I had Buzz on the lead at that point,

and managed to take a few photos (slightly blury) but I think you will spot

 beautiful 'bambi' in there somewhere. 

When I eventually moved, it moved too and another deer got up

and they both walked across the woodland into cover.  It was a stunning sight to see.

The bluebells are starting to flower and soon there will be a carpet stretching the whole of the woodland which is a lovely sight, far better enjoyed in person than my pics.

The primroses are basking in the sunshine with their pretty petal heads pointing towards the sky.

I love my walk in the wood, and every time I go I spot the changes and feel my spirits lifting.

Bee x

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Spring Cleaning

The Sun is out and it's time for Spring Cleaning ........

Sorry I wasn't about much last week, I was taking things easy as in a bit of pain.

Glad to say I am not too bad this week. 

What brilliant sunshine we are having at the moment.

I know it is going to change at the end of the week so I've been making the most.

Buzz Dog decided to give me a paw too, in digging up the plants that I had just put in!

Yesterday, I hung out some washing to dry for the first time which got me thinking about Spring cleaning hence I've found these great inspiring pics to make the chores seem more enjoyable.

 Laundry Spring Clean

1. ..., 2. the go-between, 3. Washing day, 4. washing up, 5. pegs on the line, 6. Flaming vacuum cleaner of doom, 7. clean up, 8. Native laundry {Explored!}, 9. laundry day, 10. Laundry Basket, 11. to keep the pegs in, 12. day 12:365 gratitude::bench monday valentine's clean-up fun!, 13. Pretty Spring Cleaning14. Not available15. Not available16. Not available


I also heard a neighbour mowing their lawn for the first time this year so Spring must be here!

I hope you are enjoying the sun as much as I am.  
I am working on the giveaway idea which will be posted towards the end of the week
so keep your eyes peeled.

Bee x

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Wednesday Wanderings

You might recall me telling you about my 'tummy trouble' a short while ago and

that I was waiting for a scan.  I had it on Monday.

After being prodded about a bit by the ultra sound lady, she told me I definitely have gall stones!! 

She said they are between 1 - 2 cms in size and I have a few of them. 

No wonder my tummy has been grumbling alot! 

I've got to wait now to see my GP to find out what can be done.  I can't wait!

 At least now I know what is wrong. 

The worst bit was being nil by mouth, I was gasping for a cuppa by the end,

but the whole experience wasn't too bad though. 

I've been thinking I am going to do a giveaway soon. 

I haven't done one before so I am contemplating what it should be

and what we should do to make it fun, so I think

I will do this next week when I have got my thinking cap in gear.

Sunday afternoon, my man and I, and Buzz dog, went for a walk along the beach. 

 It was freezing but sunny and it blew a few cobwebs away. 

What is it about the sea air that 'knocks one out'?!

We all crashed out one the sofa when we got home.

What a beautiful week we are having with the weather.

Although cold, it's great to have the sunshine.

Buzz dog is sitting in the sun, sunbathing and we have been getting out

for some nice walks in the nearby forest, one of my favourite places.

I hope you are all have a great week and enjoying the spring sunshine.

Bee x

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Stomach Trouble & Shop Update

Buzz Dog

Stomach Trouble ..........

As Buzz dog was in charge last week, while I was feeling under the weather,

I had a bit of time to do some lovely card making to make me feel brighter.

I have been in a lot of pain and discomfort in my stomach which made me

a 'miserable bee',

not the 'busy bee' I normally like to be.

The doctor thinks I could have a stomach ulcer or gallstones

so I am waiting for an ultrasound scan now. 

However, I am pleased to say I think the tablets are helping 

which is a great relief and

I am starting to feel a bit better.

 I am having to eat lightly, and avoid all things spicy. 

But my mind has been conjuring up images of curries,

spicy tomato pasta, chocolate and cream cakes just to taunt me a bit more! 

It is always the way, you always want the things you can't have.

So to keep my mind off all edible lovelies,

I have been creating some Greetings Cards for my shops:

The Little Blue Greetings Card Pack

6 cards, 3 each of 2 designs

of my favourite 'little teapot' and vintage 'little handbag'

photos with inserts and matching envelopes

perfect for an everyday ocassion card,

notelet, birthdays and thank you notes etc

These little beauties come in their own gift bag, with the cards wrapped  in a beautiful ribbon.

A perfect gift for Mother's Day.

My mum loves sending cards with her latest news to her friends.

priced at £10.00

available at my folksy 

and etsy shop

3 Heart Greetings Cards Pack

Inspired by Valentine's day, I created these lovely

Heart greetings cards.

3 cards, one of each design

gold heart

white heart

retro pink fabric heart

with inserts and envelopes

These beauties are great for anniversaries, birthdays, thank you notes, valentines, weddings.

£5.00 for 3 cards

available in my folksy shop

and my etsy shop

I hope you have had a good start to the week

Bee x

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