Bright and extremely breezy here today, but at least it’s not raining….we’ve had buckets of it every night though.
I’m working extra hours the weeks around the half term so I can take the week off, downside of a new job….no accrued holiday, so extra days for 3 weeks so I can take the days off for the half term week.
The kiddiewinks and I went shopping into York last Saturday, it was bright and sunny….but very chilly, but it was pleasant wandering around the shops, young man wanted some headphones for his tablet and the little miss chose a craft kit to make masquerade masks…a half term project! Of course I could not come home empty handed…I headed into my LYS Knit & Stitch, they have so many lovely yarns, I could do severe damage to my bank balance….I wanted to make myself a cowl and some wrist warmers…I chose Sirdar Folksong Chunky….this yarn was in the sale and the colours are fantastic…it’s a wool and acrylic 50/50 mix and hooks up a treat…the cowl and 1 wristie are complete…the second one I need to finish…
Whilst we were wandering we passed another one of York’s historic treasures…I remembered to take pictures for you all…
The Merchant Adventurers Hall….there is a fabulous website for this gorgeous building here
I took some other photos too of other parts of the city, but I will save those for another time :)
My bargain tete a tete is flowering beautifully now….50p for pretty sunshine everyday….worth every penny!
During my mammoth bake off for the Rainbow’s church coffee morning last Sunday my extremely old weighwatchers scales decided to go to scales heaven….I had to do some guess work but the cakes turned out great. But this did mean a new pair of scales were required…I knew what I wanted a vintage style, I was lucky enough to discover these beauties in Wilkos yesterday…they have pink, red, minty green and lime….I chose the minty green…
I LOVE them so much!!
I also picked this up yesterday….it’s a super magazine with all kinds of craft projects, some which are childfriendly too….I’ve already earmarked about 7 projects so far….not including the cute mouse on the cover….
Finally….I finally finished a new blooming flower cushion for my sofa….it’s been an on and off project since before Christmas..
The pictures below give a better idea of the true colours…
Well that’s all folks…enjoy your Sunday!
Hugs & Stitches
9 comments:
Daffodils are my favourite :) So bright and cheery! Love the blooming pillows....very clever!
Elisa everything looks wonderful! I want to see some pics of your cowl and wristies when they are complete. Very nice yarn and lovely cushions. I really struggled with getting the back to fit mine for some reason. x
Super yarn, your new cushion looks fabulous.
Lovely new yarn. Love seeing your pictures of York. Your cushion looks great. Hope you have a good week with the children.
Lovely photos Elisa. I love your new wool. Gorgeous colours.
Enjoy half term.
Wow they will see you coming in those gloves and cowl! Great colours. :) Beautiful cushions too.
I love that yarn its on sale at my LWS as well I have been trying to avoid it as I know I won't be able to resist it !!! I have one of those cushions on the go as well I have lost interest with mine and have forgot where I'm up to with it, the colours you have chose for yours are fab !!! T x
Beautiful cushion! It's so pretty. I love the look of that yarn - I know the name doesn't matter but it's extra nice when the yarn has an attractive name as well as an attractive colour. x
Love the new yarn color, can't wait to see what you have done with it. I have enjoyed your historic trips and enjoy seeing the fantastic pics.
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