It has been a very very long time since I’ve done embroidery. I almost think I haven’t done that since I had kids, and both my kids are in their twenties now. There is this fantastic new place called MakeAt140 and on Wednesday evening they have a creative night where you can go and be creative,…
Author: Marlene
Quick Graduation Cupcakes: A Sweet Celebration
This week, I found myself in need of a quick dessert for a graduation celebration. With limited time, I threw together a batch of cupcakes that, despite being a bit rushed, turned out quite nicely. I kept the cupcakes simple: a classic vanilla base topped with a swirl of icing. While my icing recipe is…
Cookie The Cat
I am a beginner crocheter and this was my first pattern project. I must admit, I really enjoyed it and I think my cats are very happy with the result! Especially the catnip in the head of the cat.
Home made nut butter
I love making my own organic nut butter! It is so easy. Just roast, blend, add a touch of salt, eat!
Intermediate Pottery
I’ve enjoyed the Beginners Pottery short course at Plymouth College of Art so much that I just had to go back and do the Intermediate Pottery class. It is just so much fun! At the end of this I will have so many pots and I am not sure what to do with it all….
Snack time
I love making Deliciously Ella‘s raw energy bites. Definitely a lovely healthy organic, chocolaty snack in between meals. The last batch I’ve dusted with raw coco powder and it is so yummy! Here is a link to her online recipe, it is also in the cookbook (that is the one I use – without baobab). Even…
Weekly pose
Ben, my British short hair tabby, just love to pose! His brother, Eddie, not so much!
Making organic almond milk
I LOVE milk! And I don’t think I would ever (never say never) completely remove whole milk from my dieet however I don’t mind starting to use alternatives in my healthy baking. So last night I’ve made this week’s almond milk. Here are a few photos of the process.
Love cats
I love cats! I had my first kitten when I was 6 years old. The longer I have cats the more they become like children in my home. Currently I have 2 British shorthair cats who has move continents and back with me.
Sugar craft sheep – First attempt
I had so much fun with these cupcakes. I was given the ‘challenge’ to make some sheep cupcakes, so this was my first attempt.