tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post2126350826329601729..comments2023-10-16T02:32:48.598-07:00Comments on Dotty's Daughter: Spring is in the airDotty's Daughterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08019055605512883183noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-45145030750199527882016-03-08T09:34:38.932-08:002016-03-08T09:34:38.932-08:00It is worth a read , our group bought it's own...It is worth a read , our group bought it's own copy so we all could borrow it. The book is full of fab photos and all the history of the WI. I hope now they are sorted I can use my cutters more as before they were just in various boxes and it was an adventure to find the one I wanted!xxDotty's Daughterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08019055605512883183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-92034358248845469372016-03-08T09:32:00.942-08:002016-03-08T09:32:00.942-08:00I am enjoying my WI group very much and would high...I am enjoying my WI group very much and would highly recommend asking for a taster visit to see how you like it. My group is small but so friendly. I had to do a double check re the mug and the Bon Bon dish, I was so lucky and everyday enjoy looking at my dresser whilst I am cooking or pottering in the kitchen.xxDotty's Daughterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08019055605512883183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-21812913203317429212016-03-08T09:28:11.941-08:002016-03-08T09:28:11.941-08:00You too honey, I must catch up, time seems to be f...You too honey, I must catch up, time seems to be flying past here. I love robins, they are one of my favourite birds and my bird feeding is full of very plump little birds at the moment...Spring has arrived xxxDotty's Daughterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08019055605512883183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-87292990119341032052016-03-07T05:02:50.362-08:002016-03-07T05:02:50.362-08:00That looks like an interesting book, I like readin...That looks like an interesting book, I like reading about times gone by too. I bought my dad a book for Christmas full of information as well as pictures about old Leeds, he's found it really interesting as he's lived here all of his 82 years and has seen lots of changes. You picked up some great bargains in the charity shop and well done with organising your die cutters, it sounds like you've got a good system.Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436932004631816039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-86837955915935690482016-03-07T00:04:51.641-08:002016-03-07T00:04:51.641-08:00Sounds like a great gathering at your WI. I must ...Sounds like a great gathering at your WI. I must check out our local group. Love the bon bon dish and I was amazed at the price of the Cath <br />Kidston mug, a great bargain.mamasmercantilehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14011278973985658118noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-39513221220432051042016-03-06T16:18:17.648-08:002016-03-06T16:18:17.648-08:00Hello sweet friend! Oh, how I have missed you! How...Hello sweet friend! Oh, how I have missed you! How long has it been since I have popped in for a visit? Way too long that's for sure.<br /><br />Spring is in the air here too. The sun is shining brightly and our days are warming up nicely. Just a week ago I saw a precious robin and when I see them I always think spring is here :)<br /><br />How are you, my dear? Please know that I think of you OFTEN! Wishing you a beautiful week. Love and hugs! Stephanie-The Enchanting RoseStephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02389136708128457239noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-57748958508802127502016-03-06T14:40:44.615-08:002016-03-06T14:40:44.615-08:00Sorry honey it stand for Women's Institute and...Sorry honey it stand for Women's Institute and is popular here and also in Canada started in very late 1800's , think it was 1895... I will do a bit of research for a post I promise.<br />There are so many lambs everywhere, most ewes having 2 even 3 lambs. We don't name them though my little man adores them (has since a baby) and calls them "lovely little rascals". I will take some photos, promise xxxDotty's Daughterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08019055605512883183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-22543975070767940892016-03-06T14:37:47.461-08:002016-03-06T14:37:47.461-08:00You make me smile , I too do not intend ever to fu...You make me smile , I too do not intend ever to fully grow up! Weather still rubbish I am afraid. And my garden is still fast asleep apart from the odd daffodil. Being Wales sheep and lamb everywhere ...so cute xxDotty's Daughterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08019055605512883183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-39298502102051350562016-03-06T14:35:19.142-08:002016-03-06T14:35:19.142-08:00I hope you are feeling better, have been wishing y...I hope you are feeling better, have been wishing you well. Can't wait to get some crafting done but life gets in the way sometimes, never mind .xxDotty's Daughterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08019055605512883183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-83100181996347409742016-03-06T14:34:08.514-08:002016-03-06T14:34:08.514-08:00Thanks Dawn, hope you day was special too xxThanks Dawn, hope you day was special too xxDotty's Daughterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08019055605512883183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-49401183174013850162016-03-06T14:33:39.566-08:002016-03-06T14:33:39.566-08:00I know! I love green and it is so pretty. XxI know! I love green and it is so pretty. XxDotty's Daughterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08019055605512883183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-21041044385604801952016-03-06T14:32:49.370-08:002016-03-06T14:32:49.370-08:00Sorry I had a glitch with the send button!!! The R...Sorry I had a glitch with the send button!!! The Rose is so pretty and I will try to look into them a bit more... It looks so old and was crying out "take me home" and my house is old so I did!!!! Little Miss is loving making things so I am sure a crazy quilt will be right up her street.xx. Thank you for all the advice Dotty's Daughterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08019055605512883183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-83330002280525753992016-03-06T14:30:10.029-08:002016-03-06T14:30:10.029-08:00Thank you so much Tricia...I will try what you sug...Thank you so much Tricia...I will try what you suggestDotty's Daughterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08019055605512883183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-20604045403773653792016-03-06T12:55:24.373-08:002016-03-06T12:55:24.373-08:00What a wonderful group! What does WI stand for ple...What a wonderful group! What does WI stand for please?<br />Take pictures of lambs when you are able!! Are they being named?Vickiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01601483236926246196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-22764478305092419462016-03-06T10:28:22.874-08:002016-03-06T10:28:22.874-08:00Happy Mother's day to you. I see you got some...Happy Mother's day to you. I see you got some Sizzix too. I felt like it was Christmas all over again. Guess I will never fully grow up. Some more lovely treasures you found too. We are getting some spring here too. daffodils are up, irises are beginning to pop up and the forsythia is trying to bloom but fear it is a tad early for it yet. We don't see many sheep around here so no new lambs to see. Plenty of calves though.maureenlthompsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07178068495208176522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-74991855554911060462016-03-06T10:15:11.882-08:002016-03-06T10:15:11.882-08:00Lovely to catch up on all of your news! Your WI s...Lovely to catch up on all of your news! Your WI sounds like a good group. Enjoy your crafting and swapping making! xxAmy at love made my homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17111180584250029433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-9142971635926934842016-03-06T10:11:40.506-08:002016-03-06T10:11:40.506-08:00Lovely finds and great dies you ave there hope you...Lovely finds and great dies you ave there hope you have had a lovely mothers day Dawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05213759909336433460noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-63405861869827175812016-03-06T07:22:48.520-08:002016-03-06T07:22:48.520-08:00Love love love the bon bon dish!Love love love the bon bon dish!Louise Houghtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13074355125344865358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-509251465624385387.post-61158346100882335822016-03-06T07:20:33.196-08:002016-03-06T07:20:33.196-08:00Hi Maria
Your little plaque with the flower on I ...Hi Maria<br /><br />Your little plaque with the flower on I believe is what is known as a Capodimonte Rose. They were traditionally sold on a mental stalk but there were versions done like this as little plaques for popping on the wall. Glad you are enjoying the WI. I used to be a Secretary for the Deeping St Nicholas WI (when I was younger) and I miss that. Used to enjoy speaking to the oldies and finding out the local stories too. There is something about a mixed bunch of ladies in that so much wealth and experience is passed on with younger ones eager to learn. I hope storm has settled down and that things are a little more peaceful. With regard to the old linen - if it is what is known as rust stains on the linen if you dab some cooked rhubarb (without any sugar on) it is supposed to lift the rust according to one of my books. Its not something I have tried. Also to brighten whites up when they are starting to yellow add some white vinegar to the wash. It helps an awful lot. If the linen is too far past redemption it can be used with waste canvas to embroider a motif on and then the waste canvas wetted and you should be able to pull away the canvas leaving the motif on the linen. Alternatively if the linen is embroidered already how about making a crazy patchwork cushion cover. Then when the cushion front is assembled start to teach little Miss some simple embroidery and then once that is completed make it into a cushion cover to pop on her bed. Just an idea. Hope you are keeping well. Take care.<br /><br />Pattypan<br /><br />xPattypanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10533048669555871726noreply@blogger.com