Tag Archives: outdoors

More resin

Posted on August 8, 2014 by e1aine

For my friends birthday. I’ve been making resin pieces like mad recently, my latest obsession. I’ll probably go back to polymer clay or beads soon but for now I have so many of these to show you. I’ll have to … Continue reading →

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Tree of Life

Posted on June 16, 2013 by e1aine

Hi Everyone I’ve had a go at making Tree of Life pendants this weekend. They are first attempts but I think I’m improving. Thought I’d show what I’ve been up to even though I’m sure I can do better. Apple … Continue reading →

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Apple recipes 1 – with thanks.

Posted on June 14, 2013 by e1aine

From Cambridge Chipmunk – the recipe that won a husband! Caramel Apple Crumb Pie  Yields: 10 Servings Ingredients Crust 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons butter or margarine chilled, cut into pieces 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening 3 … Continue reading →

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Blossom

Posted on May 11, 2013 by e1aine

A few days ago I was excited to see that my apple tree was showing signs of having some blossom, it is about a month later than usual, so I was thrilled yesterday when I saw just how much it … Continue reading →

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Still hanging on to that holiday feeling

Posted on April 6, 2013 by e1aine

This was supposed to be a necklace, but I think maybe it’s too big. I had fun though, making Herbie the Hermit Crab (and I needed to do something with some of the leftover shells in my little holiday bag). … Continue reading →

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Holiday inspiration

Posted on April 5, 2013 by e1aine

Hi Everyone I’m back from holiday (snaps to follow) and I’ve been inspired by the seaside. As I’m not back to work this week I’ve spent the day making shell related ‘stuff’. Here are a couple of todays creations. Hope … Continue reading →

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Frost

Posted on December 21, 2012 by e1aine

A beautiful frosty morning. So beautiful in fact that I made Hubby drive home to get the camera. The frost was melting fast by the time we got back, but we got some lovely photos, I hope you’ll agree.

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Wow!

Posted on November 29, 2012 by e1aine

Sorry I’ve not been around much recently, the pressure of tying up my old job and starting the new has taken much of my time, but I have a long weekend to look forward to, where I plan to catch … Continue reading →

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I know it’s a bit early to be thinking of Christmas, but…

Posted on October 22, 2012 by e1aine

I’ve been thinking about Christmas! What would make it perfect? Spend loads on presents? Have lots of family over for dinner? Go down the pub in the morning? Go for a walk in the afternoon? Have home-made everything? Colour match the … Continue reading →

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Lillies

Posted on July 8, 2012 by e1aine

I planted these a few years ago and they didn’t do much. What a fantastic suprise when this year they came out like this…!

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