The readerI always carry a small sketch book and a fineliner pen in my bag, in case an opportunity present itself. Surrounded by books in a shop,...
Canons AshbyWe stopped at this National Trust property in Northamptonshire on our way to Oxford. It is a family home, with beautiful views across...
Looking aheadSeven people met in the Sanctuary hub for the last time before we resume in September. We made a start on crocheting squares in autumnal...
Lithidora Lithodora has star shaped flowers and is native to southwestern Europe. The genus name is derived from the Greek word 'lithodora' meaning...
AgapanthusAgapanthus is commonly known by the lovely name of lily of the Nile. It is in fact a native of southern Africa. The name Agapanthus comes...
Sketching from photographsOne of my favourite ways to pass the time in the hairdresser's is to sketch from my photographs of flowers. These allium seedheads make...