I think that 2020 has been something else than that we all had anticipated,

Covid-19 has had a huge impact in all of our lives.

In terms of work and definitely also on a personal level, and onfurtunately it's still not over yet.

At the time of writing this blog post we're heading to another lockdown for at

least two weeks, a situation I think you can all relate to.

                    

    

 This year started really positive with our shop featured in

 the 'Brocante Living' (see previous post)  

I couldn't have imagined how much impact that would have and still does.

So many people have find their way to our shop and I'm so grateful for all your 

support, despite the fact it's such an unsettling time for all of us 🙏  

 

That's one of the reasons I haven't been around here much.

I've been very busy with the shop and sadly no trips to my beloved England and France to share here.

But also on a personal level time was precious, especially in the second

 half of this year because what we were all afraid of happened ... 

My dear mother-in-law tested positive for Covid and sadly didn't win this very unfair battle 😢 

She will be sorely missed but she will live on in our hearts where we keep such happy memories. 

During all these eventful times we managed to have a short family 

break in our own country and again we were so very lucky with the weather.

And on another positive note, again I've got some excited 

news according the shop!

I'm so very happy to share that we've become

 a stockist of another gorgeous english brand, namely 'the Stitchery'

From now on you can find several Kits designed by the lovely 

Nicki Franklin on our Website

  

I'm so very honoured to bring these wonderful Embroidery Kits to our customers ...

Haven - under the Pear Tree

The Stitchery Seasons - Autumn

Mini Kit Blackberries

Vintage Christmas Wreath Embroidery Kit

Christmas Goose Mini Embroidery Kit

Because we all can do with some cheering up and our

 shop also celebrates its 4th Anniversary I thought all the more 

reason for having another Giveaway!

So if you would like to have a chance (just like last year) to give your Christmas

a little bit more sparkles with this cutie below on your Christmas Cake, 

then hop over to my Instagram or Facebook Page to participate!

It would be your last chance to have this little one at your home

 because sadly it's no longer available.  

But luckily there are still enough other festive items to shop on our Website  

Fingers crossed we can all celebrate Christmas with our loved ones.

Take care, stay safe!

Anita

~xo~

 

New beginnings ....

First of all I want to wish you all a very happy and healthy 2020.

That all your wishes may come true in this fresh new year!

Ours has set off with a wonderful start, 

because our little shop is featured in the first edition of 

the Dutch magazine 'Brocante Special' 

by the makers of Ariadne at Home 

(another well known magazine in the Netherlands)

I felt so very honoured and the response have been overwhelming 💗

When I share this post January is already over.
Makes you realise even more to enjoy every day to the max.

 Last year I was forced to take a step down due to the condition of my eyes.
After my last visit at the eye doctor this past month,
I had to make the decision to quit my part time
job at the hospital.
Although my sight has improved, the remaining side effects will
 keep me from an eight hours day filled with computer work.

But when one door closes another one opens ...
It will give me time to give our Webshop my full attention
and there are still plans to create a Holiday Let in our annexe.

Last year I had some second thoughts about the whole idea because of my sight,
but now feeling confident enough.
The renovation has therefore been delayed, but there is no rush.
Except for those lovely followers on here and Instagram
who asked if it was already finished because they already fancied a stay 😊

Apart of the stress of having to quit my job, January was a good month.
I did a bit of pottering in the garden, and now in love with my kitchen view ...

You can find the Wooden Trug here

Still have to clean my little Greenhouse to make it look like this again ...

We already made a good intention come true (making more time for friends)
 by having a dinner party ...

You can find the Bottle Light here

Not to mention the Big Garden Birdwatch 2020

You can find the Bird Silhouette Robin here

Although we still have some Winter left I'm already in a Spring mood ...

You can the Photo Frame Evi here 

You can find the Jane Hogben Jug here

You can find the Glass Vase Daisy here

You can find the Circular Woven Basket here and the Embroidered Tea Towel here

And already some new (Easter) stock in our shop ...

You can find the Hanger Rabbit here 

Which means items in our Sale like this Miniature Greenhouse ...



But also cosying up indoors with this handy portable light ...

You can find the Portable Wooden Led Book Lamp here

 

"While it's February, one can
taste the full joys of anticipation.
Spring stands at the gate with
her finger on the latch"

                         Patience Strong

You can find the Jane Hogben Espresso Mug Snowdrop here

Hope to 'speak' you soon again.
Happy new month, happy February!

Anita
~xo~