Christmas time, mistletoe & wine...

Hi Folks,

I know it's not even the start of the summer holidays yet but I'm already starting to think about christmas! (I thought I'd get in before the kids break up from school and the shops get in there!)

The reason for this, is that I am attempting to make presents this year - yes, you read it right - make! The old past times of knitting, embroidery & needlework, and perhaps some silk painting are being resurrected in our household in an attempt to try and a) save a bit of money b)get rid of some of the commercialism that surrounds us all 24-7.

When I was pregnant I knitted a few things for our little baby - to the surprise of so many! I was quite surprised myself at peoples reactions. I knitted my girls loads of little outfits and toys etc., and that was almost 20 years ago. I find it quite satisfying knowing that I have made something from scratch, and it may actually last a little longer than some of the shop things that are around.

I never got to teach my girls how to knit - perhaps one day they may want to know. But for now, I'll be making them their christmas pressies by hand. :) I have a winnie the Pooh to knit, a table cloth to embroider, and picture to cross stitch and probably a silk tie and a silk scarf or two to design and paint.

The theory is that if I start early enough, I will get everything finished by Christmas eve! Watch this space!!

Well, that's it for today, i've been embroidering a few white flowers on white fabric tonight and my eyes are tired and I've had a busy day.

Please come back soon.

Pauline. :)