Reasons for being AWOL

So you may have noticed that my weekly blog posts have trickled to a stop - the last one was two weeks ago :( I have a very good reason though, and so I am sure I will be forgiven ;)

My lovely husband had to undergo a routine operation two weeks ago. Sadly he developed complications; and what was supposed to be day surgery turned into an eight day stay, and an extra operation. It was rather stressful and although home now, I have been trying to make sure that all three businesses are back on an even keel - not enough hours in the day!

I am pleased to say that we are finally settling back into our regular routine and so hopefully the posts will be back up and running soon - in fact I already have my next one planned!

Comments

Replacement Blades for the Silhouette Cameo - UK users

From the moment I purchased my Silhouette Cameo I was in love. The only way I could justify the cost was to start up a business , the only problem with this was the cost of the blades. I was getting through a blade every few weeks, at just under £16.00 (including postage) for a single blade it was getting very expensive. I knew that once business picked up I was going to either have to increase prices (never a good idea for new businesses) or take a big knock in profits. The only solution I could see was be to try and find a cheaper solution to the blades. I was first made aware of using disposable blades by Ligaya's Creativity Zone . She had had success with an aluminium (CB09) Blade Holder. This blog was invaluable for advice on the different angled blades available and suppliers of the CB09 Blade Holder. The only drawbacks were the seller was based in Asia (have been stung for import taxes before, and it is a hefty amount) and there were re...

Glitter Wine Glasses and Mugs DIY - Dishwasher safe too! UK

So I made a vow this year to do more crafts that were for me, rather than geared towards selling in the shop. When I cam across this picture on pinterest, my heart literally swooned <3 courtesy of whitehouseblackshutters blog It is pointless, something only a gal would understand, but I needed one! The blog mentions that in order to make the glitter mug dishwasher safe, you need to use Martha Stewart Decoupage glue - what followed was an epic weekend long search to find a supplier in the UK I was frustrated beyond belief, and about to bite the bullet and import it from the US (to hell with the import tax, I NEEDED it!) when I stumbled across a site called emerald crafts and they had one bottle left in stock. It was mine! So once it arrived, I gathered up all my supplies and set to work! Rubbing Alcohol / Surgical Spirit Mug Masking Tape Brush Glitter Rub down your mug with the surgical spirit and make sure it is dry before ap...

New House!

Well it has taken almost 5 months, but we finally completed on our new house! Previously we have always been lucky enough to rent or own new build flats and so purchasing a property almost as old as me and the Mr has taken a huge dose of adjustment! We purchased our house on the shared ownership scheme and although it is far from perfect (and admittedly very over-priced!) we know we were lucky enough to be accepted as the scheme is highly sought after with huge waiting lists. For us (like most), it was the only way we would ever be able to buy our very own home. The major drawback with viewing shared ownership homes is that only the barest of details are listed (both online and with the estate agent/housing association) and you are lucky to see a photo of the outside of the property, it is almost never that a listing will feature interior shots or floor plans. This means that you get into the habit of booking to view and having to keep an open mind when it comes to figur...

Thrifty But Glam

Search This Blog