Category: Other bits n bobs!
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A day in the life of a teacher…
I know I don’t usually blog about my job but there are just some days that I can’t help sharing. Today was one of them. It was Roman day. 26 excited 8 and 9 year olds dressed up as Roman men, women and Gladiators. Throw in a wet play day due to the rain and…
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Spring is sprung
I created a treasury on Etsy at the weekend inspired by Spring. I love the fact that we are having some sunnier days – I’ve been miserable without them. Also, lovely Wendy at work brought in some daffs the other day. You know spring is on its way when you see daffodils. Images: 1.…
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Celebrate talent
Phew – it’s been a busy week, hence the lack of posts! Still, I’ve recently stumbled across a photographer on Flickr whose interiors shots are currently inspiring me. I love the fresh, clean images and the way that each shot features nature in some way – be it the apples in the kitchen, or the…
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Lazy Sunday
Good evening friends. I’ve been in Leeds this weekend staying with Mr P who is working there for a few days. As you can see, we spent a lovely few hours drinking coffee and reading the Sunday papers today in a very impressive looking ‘Skylounge‘. Bliss. If tea drinking is more your thing –…
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Monday lovely – Sparkle Power
If you’ve stopped by Etsy today then no doubt you have seen their featured seller of the day – SparklePower. Take a moment to browse through their Etsy shop and you’ll see why. Beautiful use of colour, cool and simple designs. I can’t wait for pay day! I’m hoping to get the home sweet…
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Celebrate learning from others
Let me introduce you to a fabulous blog that I discovered recently – you may even be aware of it already. It’s called A Beautiful Mess and is written by Elsie, the owner of Red Velvet. Elsie’s blog never fails to inspire me. She has such a strong sense of style that flows through every…
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Time to get organised
I don’t know about you but I always have 101 things on my ‘to do’ list rushing around in my head. Whether it be work related, family that I need to catch up with, friends that I haven’t said hi to in ages or even just loading the washing machine – the list is always…
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Today I’m inspired by:
Black Cactus in London. I came across this online store on Folksy and love the designs and use of colour. Just the thing to brighten up these grey days! My favourite items are: Turquoise cactus hand printed fabric Just the thing for a home project. I want to make a lavender…
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Just can’t say goodbye…
So, here’s a photo of some candles that I’ve used over Christmas that I just can’t say goodbye to. Instead they are now an added feature to my staircase! They create such a homely glow that looks lovely in the evening when I’m snuggled on the sofa; so I think that they will have to…
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Still here!
Just a note to say I’m still here – I promise! Lately I’ve been buried under a pile of paperwork as I’m ‘back to school’ for the new term but I’ve got lots to post so keep on checking in! I’ll be popping on a few items over the weekend, including some last minute DIY that Mr…
Claire Parkin Interior Design 