At least, it feels like everything.

Digital Issues

I’m had a wobbly website for a while, so I thought this was a good time to fix it, seeing as I’m supposed to be resting. It turns out I’m not great at ‘rest’. at least sitting at the PC stops me from lifting and twisting.

Mailing List Madness

There I was, quietly revitalising my website, and I thought I would just pop in a little signup form for my email newsletter. Well, it didn’t go as planned. My account had been deactivated because I sent too few emails, and now I am rebuilding my mailing list from scratch. I’ll look on the bright side though – my style has changed, and my workshops, so at least this way I’ll know the people receiving my emails are super interested. Still… sigh.

Daily Doodle Challenge

I started very gently, with a colouring book, in fact, but I’m trying to complete a daily sketch or doodle every day when I have my first coffee. It doesn’t always happen, and some are better than others, but it’s nice to start the day with something creative. I could do with some accountability – want to play?

On my Needles

I’ve been knitting again. I’ve finished one pair of socks, and have another on the go. They are so portable. For a slightly tangier project, I have casted on the Nightshift Shawl, which I first at Edinburgh Yarn Festival several years ago. It’s finally time to start.

Easter Bonnet Workshops

I’ve been really busy pulling everything together for the Easter Bonnet workshops Preston City Coucil asked me to run on Avenham Park. I’ve roped in friends, and it’s been slightly chaotic but fun, and I’m mostly sane, even if I do keep finding butterflies stuck to my clothes, my leg, the dog…

Other Things

I’ve done a little bit of pottering too. I’ve started a new sourdough (it needs a name), and managed to bake a few good, if small, loaves in the Ninja. I’ve done a tiny bit of pottering in the garden – mainly sowing seeds for later. I’ve been reading about permaculture again and thinking about how best to utilise my space. I’m still not 100%, but I know I need to make room for a courgette and some tomatoes very soon.

Looking Ahead

It feels like things are coming together now, and settling down. I’m healing well and looking forward to going back to work soon. I have a few bits to finish on the website, and my daily sketchbook challenge is becoming a bit of a habit I’d like to continue.

I’m also looking forward to running new workshops and working with new organisations this year. I can feel my practice evolving, and I’m looking forward to sharing it with you.

Thank you for sticking with me throughout the chaos.

Caroline. x