Hi everyone, it is me and we are back from our boating holiday on the Norfolk Broads. Did we have a nice time? Yeah it was good, mixed weather from lovely beach sunshine to shocking rain that meant we couldn't see where we were driving our boat but it was all very character building which is what I think holidays are all about. Happy memories for us all.
But what about the crafty action I hear you shout...
Big Sis had a watch from Father Christmas but she did not wear it much because the strap was too long and then became uncomfortable when we wrapped it round her tiny wrists more. So I made an elasticated one which has turned out to be brilliant.
I saw it on a blog called Pretty by Hand and made one similar. Click the link for a tutorial. She said after the first day of wearing it, "it is so comfy I forgot I had it on." This was great news because she was actually telling the time on holiday which is why Father Christmas bought it for her in the first place.
More crafty holiday news, we visited Norwich Cathedral and they had the most fabulous weaving and textiles exhibition on. There were some gorgeous knitted, crocheted and woven articles exhibited in the entrance hall. A lovely lady let Big Sis have a go and gave the girls her sample cards for weaving on and some yarn to take back to the boat. Good job, it rained solidly the next day and they passed the time watching a DVD and weaving!
Finally, I would like to show you the beautiful cardigan my mum knit for Big Sis for her holidays. It is made from Patons Favorito from black sheep wools online. The pattern is from the Sirdar Haylofter collection and it has been a total hit on all fronts. No bobbling even after washing, a soft cotton/chenille feel that is not itchy and that cabling is something else.
So thanks for tuning in, I am pretty busy this next week with holiday washing, the allotment weeds, a job interview, crochet classes, tutoring and all the other carnage that makes up my life but there is always time to catch up on your blogs too.
Jo xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
So pleased you had a nice time Jo :-D I love the idea for the replacement watch strap. We are a family of dinky wrists ;-)
ReplyDeleteThe watch strap idea is a brilliant one x
ReplyDeleteHi Jo! I'm so glad to hear you had a nice time. The watch strap is adorable, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteHi Jo, so pleased you all had a lovely time :-) I would have liked a watch strap like that when I was a child.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes for your busy week ahead,
Tracey xxx
Glad to hear you had a good time, the watch strap is such a great idea, good luck for the job interview
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Lovely Jo Norfolk is one of my most favourite places and it looks as if you all had a really fab time. I am so glad - well done the watch by the way, what a transformation and a wonderful idea. Great post as always Jo. Big hugs
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Welcome back, glad you had a good break - it sounds like fun despite the weather. Love that little watch strap and the cardi is beautiful, I am in awe of those cables! We missed you at Shugborough but there was chat of Stratford upon Avon for another get together sometime :-)
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Thanks for the link to the watch strap tutorial. I have a spare watch and will definitely make one of these.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had a great time and lovely crafting included. It really was a bit of washout for most of the half term wasn't it. Good luck with the job interview.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad the sun eventually shone for you on your lovely break. The weather was not the best for half term was it. Have a great week x
ReplyDeletePleased you had a great time. My eldest daughter lives in Norwich, so we had a surprise get together on Saturday at Great Yarmouth. Certainly one to remember the watch strap, such a simple but effective idea. Good luck with the job interview.
ReplyDeleteYour holiday is just the kind of holidays I would enjoy, too! The wristband for the watch is such a good idea, we have lost numerous watches because the straps didn't fit, hurt or were otherwise annoying. Good luck with your job interview, I'll be thinking of you. I have two interviews next week, too. I don't know how I managed to get two on consecutive days after months of nothing.... Hope the washing pile is not too high :) x
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely holiday, love the watch band and the sweater. As I have just started weaving I am thrilled your girls had a go at it. Best of luck with your busy week.
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Welcome back! Glad you had a good time - and I've loved those watch straps since I first saw them on Pretty by Hand. Great to see it worked for your gal, I'm inspired to give it a go! Cxxx
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a great holiday...Norfolk Broads is something we are thinking about doing too, hopefully next year as we have our holiday planned for this year. I think we would all enjoy it. I adore the watch strap! Completely inspired it looks fantastic.
ReplyDeleteMarianne x
Watch strap is a fantastic idea, glad to hear you had a lovely holiday and the little cardigan is adorable ... Bee xx
ReplyDeleteWelcome back Jo, it looks like you had a lovely time. We have been away too, making the most of the half term, it was nice to get away from the routine! I love the cardigan your mum knitted for big sis, the colour is lovely (blue is my favourite colour). The watch strap is a great idea too. :)
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