It is so wonderful to create in a completely different medium - instead of hard metals which require a flame to soften, hammers to forge and polish to brighten, this natural material offers a completely different outlet for creativity. This wonderfully soft wool is just begging to be transformed into a new piece of clothing. and look at these wonderful colours! Completely irresistible - I can't wait to get started. These particular shades are colour 783 "Brambleberry" and colour 560 "Jade JimJam" - Gorgeous ombre wools which are 60% cotton and made by one of my favourite wool brands: Scheepjes

2.  Tea / coffee mug

    A beautiful mug from which i will savour many a steaming warm beverage! Just what I need to keep me going in the workshop.
    Can you tell that I love ombre? This lovely design fades from a crisp white through green to blue - reminiscent of a snowy mountain scene rising to the sky. I LOVE every part of this design - from very bottom of the base to the rim touching my lips. It features the finest ceramics, capitivating colouring and quality glaze as well as a stylish and comfortable wooden handle. https://coffeify.com/

3. Gingerbread
    If it's good enough for a king!...

When King Hans (who ruled Sweden, Norway and Denmark from 1497-1501) was suffering from stomache ache and a raging bad temper, his doctor prescribed spiced ginger thins (pepparkakor) as a cure. It worked, and since then folk lore asserts that gingerbread makes you happy - I wholeheartedly concur
    Pepparkakor from Ikea - about as swedish as you can get.

4. A good book is good - two are even better!

    I love featuring twists and turns in my jewellery and they are equally welcome in fiction. Håkan Nesser... one of my all-time favourite authors is a definite "Must Read". Camilla Läkberg.. also highly recommended!

5. Easy listening!

I love to immerse myself in a different world whilst I work. Audio books also allow for multi-tasking - so I am a big fan of listening to great stories as I beaver away at the bench. Marianne Cedervall will be a really special listen for me as her story is based on the island of Gotland; the heaven on earth where I I have spent all my summers since birth. I'm really looking forward to recognising parts of the island in her descriptions.

6. Chocolate
    In the words of Willy Wonka: [singing] If you want to view paradise, simply look around and view it. Anything you want to, do it; want to change the world... there's nothing to it.

    This chocolate simply cannot make you feel guilty as it's supporting such a brilliant cause. Not just the perfect for little-old-chocaholic-me, but also for the charity it supports - I love this thoughtful gift.

ARTHOUSE Unlimited is a charity presenting the artistic talents of adults living with learning and physical disabilities who require varying levels of support. 100% of sales revenue sustains the charity, enabling it to grow and evolve.

7. A rock,

    Yup - a rock... Found on the beach in Brighton, this spherical beauty makes me so happy 🙂 It's such an appealing shape and it has already been designated as my sauna massager! Great for getting into knots and provide a deep tissue massage for tense muscles. Gifts like this are super special...

8. A new leather apron.

    Wonderfully soft leather in a blue-black colour (which also sparked a great conversation as to the colour indigo - how blue is that colour??? Or is it further along the purple scale??)
    Useful presents are always the best and this one will get daily use. A smart design with thoughtful touches such as tool loops and an adjustable neck. Can't wait to get back into the workshop to use this wonderful gift from Honefoss in Norway!