It’s New Year’s Eve, and no December 31st would be complete without a review of the outgoing year. I could talk about things in my personal life, but really, I’d rather not because who is actually interested? Instead, I’d like to look at three main areas in 2014 – my writing, my handcrafts, and my travels! […]
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#Craftblogclub Secret Santa 2014
As I did last year, I took part in the Secret Santa for the #craftblogclub community. Last year I knitted a rice stitch neckwarmer, and received a beautiful beaded Christmas tree ornament. This year, I was tasked with making something for the very lovely Amanda, AKA @giftfrippery, who does marvellous gift wrapping, and I made her […]
#FridayFlash – Redemption
I haven’t had time to write a new flash so I’ve decided to repost this one! I originally wrote this story as a response to a particular ‘classic’ Christmas movie, and it also appears on my website. See if you can guess which film inspired it…and merry Christmas! * * * Detective Carmichael stands with […]
Trip to Alnwick
I had a lovely jaunt up to Alnwick on Friday, primarily to visit Barter Books, my favourite bookshop in the country. I’ve blogged about it before, way back in 2011, but the last time I was there was last December. I had some books I wanted to drop off, and in return I picked up […]
#FridayFlash – Ghosts
A chill wind whips up the street, casting grit into my face as I walk towards the bookshop. The blue sky is cold and unfriendly, the threatening clouds to the east the dull grey of gunmetal. As much as I love this bookshop, finding solace in its aisles, it has been a year since I […]
Discount in my Etsy shop to fundraise!
It’s that time of year, folks…Christmas is almost upon us. Naturally everyone is offering sales and discounts, and my Etsy shop, Icy Handmade is no different. I’m currently offering 10% off everything until 12 December – simply add the code XMAS10 during checkout to receive your discount. Don’t forget I have a couple of pieces related […]
