Tasting Words Sometimes I feel like I can see words as colours, sometimes words have a specific smell. Numbers don't seem to mix up the senses like this, just some words. It does not happen all the time but on occasions it is very tricky, especially if it is...
Heading for Crete I used to spend the summer months in a little village near to the ancient city of Knossos. As soon as schools broke up in May, the four of us, my then pethara ( mother in law), my two small daughters and myself, would set off for Crete on the aptly...
"Yesterday is history Tomorrow is a mystery Today is a gift That is why we call it the present” A.A Milne The Gift of Giving I have received some beautiful gifts, not due to their cost but because of the thought that went into each, reflecting something about my...
The Art of Homework “HOMEWORK: Design an enamel badge which could be sold to raise funds for good causes. The design must represent people who help or step up. This includes NHS, Carers, Shop Staff, Delivery Drivers, Refuse Collectors, Teachers, Good Neighbours. Give...
Writing Letters/Keeping In Touch The Old Fashioined Way.Send A Gift/ Gaby Bird Brooches
By Sea and Forest Enchanted, The New Forest National Park, Samantha Gabriel, Local Artist, Angel Wings,Mackerel , Hare
The Nation Prepares As the nation prepares to celebrate VE day in lockdown, there will be no physical street parties, concerts or parades this year however plans seem to be afoot for us to celebrate through cyber space or by taking part in online street parties,...
That Arty Feeling I love how the words of a poem, a piece of literature or a song can ignite the senses. Over the centuries artists have been inspired by such and transformed them into paintings on pottery, works of fine art, jewellery and sculptures...
Colourful Ceramics by Lincoln Kirby Bell to brighten up your day. The Power of Colour
