Posted on 12 February 2012 by iMake
Here are a few Instagram shots summing up the past week or so. I have been trying to walk a bit more this week to increase my physical activity levels and I have been managing to hit 10,000 steps almost every day (I am monitoring this using a Fitbit – it’s fabulous! I got mine off Amazon). Not only is walking a nice chance to think, but it is also a chance to capture a few photos of my lovely surroundings, here in Guernsey. To counter the increase in exercise, I have been baking (oops!) I made a lovely lemon drizzle cake (not too healthy) but I also made sushi, which is much healthier! It’s been a good week and, despite the cold weather, I think spring is on its way.
Posted on 6 February 2012 by iMake
Yesterday I went for a nice walk with hubby and, whilst it was mighty chilly, I don’t think we have any chance of seeing snow here in Guernsey. We walked around Pembroke and I took a couple of photos which I thought I’d share here on the blog. Enjoy…
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Posted on 3 February 2012 by iMake
Here is a little insight into my week through a few Instagram snapshots. It’s been a good week. There’s been lots of knitting. The Damask KAL is going really well with lots of people getting involved (it’s not too late to join in if you are interested!) I have also cast on a lovely beret using yarn from the wonderful people at Toft. I am reviewing some of their yarn and a pattern book at the moment. So far, I am totally in love with both… watch this space for further details. I also got out for a run this week for the first time in about 3 months. I have been suffering with some back problems, so that, and a few other distractions, meant that I have not been exercising much. It felt GREAT to get outside again. To top it all off, I enjoyed several coffees with friends… one of my favourite things ever.
Posted on 29 January 2012 by iMake
Posted on 28 January 2012 by iMake
This interview is the next installment in my series of interviews with local crafters.
I am delighted to introduce you to Gina aka InkBison. Gina and I were at school together but we have not seen each other for… well… more years than I care to remember! (Feeling old…!) So it was a lovely surprise to get an email from her about her brand new crafty project. It’s been an absolute pleasure interviewing her.
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Posted on 19 January 2012 by iMake
I am planning a series of interviews with local crafters at the moment so hopefully this will be the first of several. (Incidentally, if you are a Guernsey crafter interested in being featured on the iMake blog, please drop me a line). Lisa and Sarah are sisters that share a passion for craft. They formed Maggie and Mabel last year to share their gorgeous handmade creations with the world. They make a wide range of products and everything has a lovely, homely feel. Their products include cards, framed cross-stitch pictures, covered notebooks, blankets and (my personal favourite) jars of crafty bits and bobs with a pin cushion on the lid. Maggie and Mabel have very kindly offered to sponsor next month’s blog giveaway, so keep an eye out!
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Posted on 29 December 2011 by iMake
This is the second part of my 2011 Round Up covering July to December – I hope you enjoy it! You can check out yesterday’s round up (the first half of 2011) here.
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Posted on 28 December 2011 by iMake
As we reach the end of a busy, busy year, I thought it would be nice to do a ’round up’ blog post featuring some 2011 iMake blog highlights! This post will be in 2 parts, otherwise it will get too long. Here are the first 6 months of 2011; please click on the various links in the posts if you’d like to reminisce with me. Enjoy!
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Posted on 21 December 2011 by iMake
Image details – Truffles by David Leggett, via Flickr
On Tuesday night, my dear crafty pal Jo and I attended a chocolate truffle making workshop. It was good fun, although I must confess, I don’t think we are ‘natural’ truffle makers. Clearly, the gorgeous truffles in the photograph above were not made by us! It was quite a messy experience and we spent most of the evening covered in melted chocolate. But it was a giggle! I recorded a little audioboo about it for you and also took a few photos. Enjoy…
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Posted on 4 December 2011 by iMake
It’s been a while since I’ve published an iMake interview on the blog. So I am delighted to introduce you to Hannah, the lovely Guernsey lass behind Lovelypop. I hope this interview will be the first in a short series of interviews with Guernsey crafters. Enjoy…
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