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Author: Jan
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From Thrift to Treasure: A Week of Slow Living & Painting
This week has been a quiet celebration of second chances. I began with a thrifted dress that hadn’t worked out in a previous attempt—but after some thoughtful restyling, it’s become one of my favourites. In between stitches and seam ripping, I found time to experiment with a new watercolour style which has renewed my painting…
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Discover Our New Vintage Posters in the Food and Drinks Section!
Exciting Additions to Our Collection I am are thrilled to announce the addition of some delightful vintage posters in our food and drinks section! If you’re a foodie, or just someone who appreciates the artistry of retro designs, you won’t want to miss these lovely posters. Each poster adds a unique charm to your space,…
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From Illness to Entrepreneurship: My Journey in Knitting and Vintage Posters
A Time of Isolation: Finding Creativity Through Illness Illness often brings an unintended period of seclusion, forcing individuals to confront both their physical and emotional limitations. During such a time of isolation, I found myself reflecting on my past interests and expanding my areas of creativity. Initially, the experience felt overwhelming, but it soon transitioned…
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Embracing Spring: Exploring a Charming Lucca Thrift Shop & Knitting Update | Cottagecore Delights
Spring is in the air! Join me as I visit a newly discovered thrift shop, brimming with treasures and vintage charm waiting to be unearthed. I’ll share with you my latest knitting project update and the joy it brings me. From pretty glassware to timeless and classic clothing, share them with me as I show…
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Decorate Your Home For Christmas And Create A Warm Festive Atmosphere
Are you ready to create a warm and cosy atmosphere in your home for the holiday season and transform your space into an atmospheric Christmas wonderland? I have been working hard with my operation Cosy Christmas, which is now underway. It’s time to roll up your sleeves and get creative! In this blog post, I’ll give…
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Transforming My Old Stone House into a Cosy Art Studio for Christmas
As the Christmas season approaches, I have begun on a project to transform my art studio into a warm and inviting cosy retreat, just in time for Christmas. As my creativity works better when I’m contented in my surroundings, the goal is to create a warm and inviting atmosphere where I can fully immerse myself…
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The Joy of Spinning Yarn on My Balcony in the Summer
There’s something incredibly soothing about sitting on my balcony on a warm summer day, spinning yarn. As the gentle breeze brushes against my face and the sun casts a warm glow, I breathe in the scents of this beautiful place that I call home and I find myself completely immersed in this ancient craft. Spinning…
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From Spinning To Upstyling!
I haven’t written in a long time, nearly a month. I don’t really want this blog to become just a daily account of my activities but a few things have happened since last writing.One of my daughter’s had Covid which took us by surprise and we were a bit laid back about it and almost…
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Spring Sprang And Winter Returned
Wow, I can’t believe how long it has been since I posted last time. Okay so I can recap on the last few weeks and try to get up to date. I have been painting my son’s bedroom and I’ve finished all but the bits that I can’t reach. I need new paint for this…
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Spring Is In The Air
Well I never, it’s been a long time since I last posted. Sanremo, our challenge that is, went well, then badly. I was winning, then second, then, last! My team didn’t high five enough or do the point earning things! I’ve been spinning in the sun. The weather has really perked up and we have…