Desire Paths
This week the grass in the fields was cut short – but even now, the old path remains. A strong line, still visible where footsteps have worn the wa...
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The May Tree
As a May child, I’ve always felt a special kinship with the May Tree - the hawthorn. Right now, the hedgerows are festooned with celebratory garlan...
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One Minute of Birdsong for International Dawn Chorus Day
Sunday Ramble – 5th MayInternational Dawn Chorus Day Today is International Dawn Chorus Day, so I wandered down to the end of my garden at 5.30am, ...
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May Day: A Morning Walk Through the Green Lane
May Day: The Turning of the Year May Day – or Beltane, as it was known in the old calendar – once marked the start of summer. A festival of bonfire...
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Dandelions - a joyful childhood folklore favourite
At this time of year, this field near my home in Somerset is carpeted with dandelions. As I walked through it a few days ago, I was transported ba...
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Shades of Inspiration in the Hedgerow: Two Spring Palettes to Knit With
The hedgerows are absolutely bursting with life at the moment. The warm, sunny weather we enjoyed at the start of the month brought out early bloss...
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🌿 Oak Before Ash: A Summer Forecast in the Trees
Ash before oak you’re in for a soak,Oak before ash you’re in for a splash. One of our Tuesday stitch-night regulars shared this bit of old weather...
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A springtime encounter with one of folklore’s most elusive creatures.
I occasionally spot hares in the fields and lanes around my shop, although it’s usually only a fleeting glimpse. Almost a year ago to the day, I wa...
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🌸 A Season for Making
As the hedgerows start to bloom and the evening light lasts longer, I’ve found myself reaching for projects that feel fresh, cheerful, and full of ...
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The Chiffchaff Returns - A Note in the Living Calendar
The trees are still waiting for their leaves, but there’s another sign of spring in their bare branches - listen, and you’ll hear the cheerful chi...
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Why I Share Sunday Folklore
A New Tradition Each Sunday since the start of February, I’ve been sharing a little piece of folklore or nature-lore on Instagram and Pinterest, al...
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Fire Starters & Creative Sparks
A Day of Inspiration in London Yesterday I had the absolute joy of spending the day in London at the Fire Starter Camp run by The Design Trust – a ...
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Fresh Shoots: The Beauty of Hand-Dyed Yarn and What to Expect
Spring is in the air, and with it comes the perfect excuse for a new project! Fresh Shoots is inspired by the first brave blooms of the season - th...
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