Make a quilt in 2019 – May

This year, I am hoping to persuade you to make a quilt. Each month, on the second Monday of the month, I am sharing a step-by-step pattern for a twelve-inch block. By the end of the year, you will have enough for a quilt.  May's pattern is below. In case you missed it, January's blockContinue reading "Make a quilt in 2019 – May"

A silk dress and a mysterious embroidery

This week we had an American visitor staying and so made a trip up the beautiful Northumberland.  We went to Bamburgh Castle, a magnificent building which dominates the small town and the beach below. Even the gateway speaks of the might and power of the castle. It is in private hands, but can be visitedContinue reading "A silk dress and a mysterious embroidery"