tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post4755370880403087163..comments2024-03-28T19:35:24.027+00:00Comments on Cotswold Crafter: Mixed Craft SaturdaySandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04200010622107370353noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-67057827536165007672015-11-07T23:38:30.369+00:002015-11-07T23:38:30.369+00:00Saba you and Val are in my thoughts and prayers. I...Saba you and Val are in my thoughts and prayers. I think Val will give you the strength to get through the next chapter of her life. She is stronger than you think. Her love for you will never fade. xxxBrenda https://www.blogger.com/profile/14121800821999942200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-72122081147124507912015-11-07T22:42:52.329+00:002015-11-07T22:42:52.329+00:00Ladies thank you again for the lovely comments abo...Ladies thank you again for the lovely comments about my painting, he hangs at the top of the stairs, and seems to watch you whatever angle you look at him from, I might take more photos of some of the rest of my efforts and send them to Sandra for mixed crafts. Think it's time for bed now,,will see you all tomorrow, take care everyone, xxxJessnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-86086319981230708032015-11-07T22:35:10.171+00:002015-11-07T22:35:10.171+00:00Glad you had a lovely time with Val, I know you wi...Glad you had a lovely time with Val, I know you will treasure every moment, lots of hugs ((((()))))Jessnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-20824189940879884422015-11-07T22:29:50.508+00:002015-11-07T22:29:50.508+00:00Janet your pastries sound delicious, some photos w...Janet your pastries sound delicious, some photos would be good!! XJessnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-49257890522329984132015-11-07T21:08:34.332+00:002015-11-07T21:08:34.332+00:00Me neither, you are all in my thoughts and prayers...Me neither, you are all in my thoughts and prayers, xxxMargaret corgi ownerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07044940577122022288noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-53710473484685118942015-11-07T20:52:22.091+00:002015-11-07T20:52:22.091+00:00Nor can I Barbara. Thinking of you all all of the...Nor can I Barbara. Thinking of you all all of the time. You are I. My thoughts and prayers. Take care.Littlelambhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08087457203137939264noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-12212127872124403342015-11-07T20:36:09.975+00:002015-11-07T20:36:09.975+00:00Helloooooooooooooooo
Sorry I'm so late, it'...Helloooooooooooooooo<br />Sorry I'm so late, it's just been such a busy day. I've been in and out since about 8.30 a.m. this morning, and haven't dried out yet!!!! It's lashed down with rain non stop, and is still going strong, along with more fireworks.<br />Jess, Geronimo is fantastic. It truly is a stunning work of art. Get those other paintings out from under the bed.<br />Karren, your cake is also an amazing work of art. Sooo clever and pretty, I am in awe. I hope you soon get positive news regarding the return of your daughter from Sharm.<br />Ciara, I really wish I lived closer to you, I'd have one or four of those eclairs when you weren't looking - they are my favourite cake!!! I may have to get your Grandma to send me a food parcel!!!!<br />Myra, I hope you had a great time in Stratford, one of our favourite holiday places.<br />Patricia, you are obviously still working very hard for the stall. That will be another medal for you, MOBE, PhD, BA and KG (not Knight of the Garter, but Keeper of the Goods!!).<br />Hazel, I know you will be busy, but I hope you have time to relax.<br />Lilian, I hope your back soon completely recovers.<br />Janet, I'll have a SAGWAN please ha ha.<br />Margaret P, have Sue and the other two Graces been leading you astray. Oh, you'll never have any spare money.<br />Diane, watch yourself on those leaves. It's the same around here and I'm going to ring the council on Monday, they are an absolute death trap.<br />Brenda OB, have a lovely day out tomorrow with your family. <br />Brenda LL, I hope you are well.<br />Anne, good news about the dentist, I'm keeping my fingers crossed for myself.<br />Norah, I hope you are well.<br />Sheila, Missing you, I hope you are keeping well.<br />Saba, you must be so pleased and relieved to have seen Val. I continue to pray for your families and send all my love.<br />Zoe, is having a sleepover tonight so I may not get back in.<br />love to all<br />Maureen xxxxMaureen Killenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04706260334646673279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-16716621175238922312015-11-07T20:34:46.490+00:002015-11-07T20:34:46.490+00:00SABA:- can't say anymore than my sister has sa...SABA:- can't say anymore than my sister has said.<br />(((((Hugs)))) xxxPatriciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08760759649434363723noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-44299560359002439522015-11-07T19:02:29.276+00:002015-11-07T19:02:29.276+00:00Saba, so glad to read that you have been able to h...Saba, so glad to read that you have been able to hug Val and chat, yes I can imagine the feeling you got. You have an emotional journey to make with Val, Michael and their family. She needs you to be their on that journey. Hopefully Tuesday will bring answers. Lots of (((((( hugs)))))) I now wish I had thought and brought with me one of my guardian angels that I had with me everyday, my girls gave them to me but I know they wouldn't have minded me giving Val one. XxxHazelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08926523409356883633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-36951797988019805792015-11-07T18:34:23.101+00:002015-11-07T18:34:23.101+00:00HinSandra
My word Jess I wasn't expecting to s...HinSandra<br />My word Jess I wasn't expecting to see Gironino on display for us today. What a beautiful painting.<br />Karen love your cake. I do wish I was that clever. My cakes very rarely turn out right. Need a lesson from you all. <br />Ciara your eClair's look fantastic. Not to sure how old you are but they look fabulous. These are my favourites cakes ever. <br />We had dishes Lemon Drizzle cake at the retreat and it was so light and yummy. Mind you Margaret's cake looked yummy as well. However, I didn't try any as I'm not to keen on rich fruit cake.<br />Saba I'm thinking of you and Val big hugs to you both.Pat S Witneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01805104841993312589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-70559350732507738282015-11-07T18:31:10.046+00:002015-11-07T18:31:10.046+00:00Hello lovely ladies,
Thank you so very much for al...Hello lovely ladies,<br />Thank you so very much for all your hugs, thoughts, prayers and e-mails. I can't tell you just how much they have helped.<br />We had a good chat yesterday, it was just so lovely to finally be able to touch her. I can't describe the feelings, enough to say it is hard. Today she went to her sewing group, I don't know where she found the strength, and Michael and I spent a very emotional couple of hours together. He is like a big brother, I've known him since I was 8. Tuesday they see the oncologist, that's the final hurdle and then we shall know just what the future is. Tomorrow their son and daughter and grandchildren will be coming for the day and I am going over for an hour or so. Just wanted to let you all know.<br />Today's crafts are all amazing, Jess, fantastic painting, Karen, I'd like a piece of that! I am thinking of you, she'll be home soon love. Ciara, you are a very clever girl, your Grandma is very proud of you.<br />Bless you all<br />Saba xxxTooth Fairy Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05102182308435269314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-91348926312866391812015-11-07T18:00:19.381+00:002015-11-07T18:00:19.381+00:00Hi Sandra & all in cafe.
Sandra I hope you are...Hi Sandra & all in cafe.<br />Sandra I hope you are enjoying a peaceful weekend.xx<br />Jess that is one very strong painting you have very atmospheric well done.<br />Karen what can I say the cake is beautiful so much time taken to produce it lovely, hope your daughter gets home soon.xx<br />Saba thinking of you & Val special hugs & prayers on the way xx<br />dinner ready now must dish up hope Diane enjoys the fireworks we have a display in a field opposite so we can sit & watch in comfort.<br />Hugs to all who need them love Margaret xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07619180237917239101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-79175325838256330122015-11-07T17:51:53.168+00:002015-11-07T17:51:53.168+00:00Daughter hopes to have some news as to when they&#...Daughter hopes to have some news as to when they'll b coming home Just know that it's unlikely to be tomorrow The hotel is allowing them to stay for free but obviously they haven't said how long for Just wish it was all over and was safely home<br />SABA I meant to say that although I'm concerned re daughter I am thinking if you and VAL look after yourselves Much love being sent your way xxxkarenlottyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00314141032092834388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-66228582530256278172015-11-07T17:51:12.823+00:002015-11-07T17:51:12.823+00:00Hi Sue, Maria & Brenda,
Yes I have given in se...Hi Sue, Maria & Brenda,<br />Yes I have given in seeing all these lovely cards got me thinking, I think Sue enjoyed spending my money for me good job I had her otherwise I had no idea where to start, it's all Maria's fault I loved her card. At least I can ask for bits for Christmas!!<br />Brenda please congratulate Ciara on her eclairs they look gorgeous, it's great cooking with grandchildren isn't it I love it.<br />Hugs love Margaret xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07619180237917239101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-76015298396261619952015-11-07T16:58:11.192+00:002015-11-07T16:58:11.192+00:00Janet , those pastries sound out of this world! I ...Janet , those pastries sound out of this world! I think after going over their descriptions again I would have the Ecu one ! Which did you have? Or did you share both? xoNanannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09016663930528165390noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-51713168734184627852015-11-07T13:55:54.995+00:002015-11-07T13:55:54.995+00:00Hello Sandra and everyone,
I can't believe it...Hello Sandra and everyone,<br /><br />I can't believe it's Saturday- the week has flown by. Where does the time go?<br /><br />JESS, Love your painting, you have really made Geronimo look fantastic, I would love to see some more of your work.<br /><br />KAREN, WOW your cake looks to good to eat. You must have spent hours making the beautiful roses.<br /><br />Thank you everyone for your lovely comments about Ciaras chocolate eclairs, I have to say they were really delicious. She is a great Mary Berry fan, So who knows what's come! Her confidence has had a big boost this week, at school the children were asked to design a Christmas card and her design won. So when I show her your comments ( family all coming over tomorrow) she will be floating on air.<br /><br />Saba and Val you are in my thoughts and prayers sending. xxx<br /><br />Hope you are all having ba good day, Love and Hugs, Brenda xxxBrenda https://www.blogger.com/profile/14121800821999942200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-36847015770015615702015-11-07T13:11:49.617+00:002015-11-07T13:11:49.617+00:00Hi Sue, Oh dear - I'm sure Margsret went into ...Hi Sue, Oh dear - I'm sure Margsret went into the craft shop screaming and shouting- no! <br />It was only a matter of time before she got the bug. She has been going to AllyPally and a few other shows with the three graces. Well at least you will both be able to share each other's stash. xxBrenda https://www.blogger.com/profile/14121800821999942200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-30851099581180362562015-11-07T12:40:52.514+00:002015-11-07T12:40:52.514+00:00Hello All. A big thank you to all of you and your ...Hello All. A big thank you to all of you and your comments about my cake. I made quite a few novelty cakes back in the 1980's when the kids were little and I wasn't working. I can remember cakes ordered from the Bakers were horrendously expensive. I made them mainly for friends with young children like me. They wer photographed with a 35mm camera - no digital stuff then, so I am slowly scanning them onto my laptop. I used to sit in front of the tele and make a few roses/irises. Everything had to be done in stages.<br />Thank you for your wishes re my daughter. I FB'd her earlier and she is fine. She is due home tomorrow but doesn't know/think it'll happen. The news said this am that it could take 7 days. A huge, huge thank you to SANDRA, your lovely message has helped put my mind at rest a bit. I still need that cuddle with her though<br />JESS What a beautiful painting, I have some lovely photos of paintings/posters of red indians that were on display in a bar in Malta. I love them. It's the "power" in thie faces I adore and you have captured it beautifully<br />CIARA your eclairs look very scrummy, can I come round for tea please? choux pastry is not easy so well done to you. They look perfect<br />Flu jab done, card making to do this afternoon, dancing tonight<br />Might have time to pop in laterkarenlottyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00314141032092834388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-50668298546173886672015-11-07T12:40:35.357+00:002015-11-07T12:40:35.357+00:00Hi Sandra and all the lovely ladies
What a lovely ...Hi Sandra and all the lovely ladies<br />What a lovely collection today. Jess Wow what a talented artist you are, this picture is fabulous, take it out from under the bed and put it on the wall. Thank you for sharing xxxx<br />Karen your cake is wonderful! I have only made cake flowers a few times so know how long they take, this is a work of art. Good old Jane Asher books - I've got a few of those. Hope your daughter gets home safely soon. Thank you for sharing xxxxx<br />Ciara wow what fabulous eclairs, choux pastry is quite difficult too so you and grandma are proper bakers. I wonder if we will see you on bake off one day. Thank you for sharing xxxx<br />Well it's wet windy and wild her today but should clear later. I must admit I'm thinking a night in would be better than fireworks - how boring am I!!! It was very slippery underfoot last year so I think it will be the same this year too. Oh well, must pop out and get some shopping for the weekend and start getting organised - not a lot of enthusiasm today because of the weather but we still need to eat! May see you all later if we don't go out. Take care xxxxxxDiane Greenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04007431860077443115noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-24859467714944298002015-11-07T12:29:28.437+00:002015-11-07T12:29:28.437+00:00Afternoon everyone
What a delightful set of mixed ...Afternoon everyone<br />What a delightful set of mixed crafts we have today.<br />JESS - Wow what a wonderful painting - you are a very talented lady. I really love everything about that very strong man.<br />KAREN - your cake is a definite Wow - So much work must go into creating a work of art as this. I wouldn't want to cut into it. It's beautiful.<br />CIARA - if this is your first attempt at choux pastry I cannot wait to see more. I bet they tasted really scrummy too. Well done you.<br /><br />Well I tackled making two boxes this morning - I managed to get two I am happy with so they just need decorating tomorrow. <br /><br />Now my Dear Friends I hope you have all had lunch and are ready for desert!<br /><br />As I said yesterday our normal cake shop is on holiday so we had to visit another one in Corbigny though they only make small pastries and their own choc on the premises which is DIVINE!!!<br /><br />OK we had:-<br />1 - SAGWAN - which is a choc biscuit base<br /> which has a layer of Caramel and Choc praline topped with<br /> a Sabayon of White Choc all topped off with<br /> small milk choc squares glazed with pink and gold colouring<br /> and a White choc Nut.<br /><br />1 - ECU = which was:-<br /> a deep band of dark choc making a circle in which<br /> there was a fine choc spong base soaked in Cointreau topped with<br /> a light choc mousse around a white choc mousse centre<br /> this was topped with a Cointreau glaze with milk choc piped<br /> swirls around the edge.<br /><br />I can tell you it is a good job we only have pastries on a Friday evening and only when we are here.<br /><br />SABA - My heart and prayers are with you all. Gentle hugs to everyone.<br /><br />When the hugs arrive can someone please put them in the basket by the door as I know they are much in need at the moment.<br />xxxxjanetnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-41711133257121570522015-11-07T12:29:18.741+00:002015-11-07T12:29:18.741+00:00Hazel I'm glad it's not just me who does t...Hazel I'm glad it's not just me who does that - last week I plugged my iPad in and wondered why it didn't charge, the cable into the pluc wasn't plugged in! Have a good day xxxxDiane Greenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04007431860077443115noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-72823015830166285882015-11-07T12:24:42.575+00:002015-11-07T12:24:42.575+00:00Lilian my love stay safe, the high winds are just ...Lilian my love stay safe, the high winds are just starting here. I hope your weather improves soon, especially as your husband is away - nit nice being on your own with the wind howling around. Hope your back is more comfortable today too xxxxDiane Greenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04007431860077443115noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-40493598832024084252015-11-07T12:19:31.379+00:002015-11-07T12:19:31.379+00:00Thank you CherylThank you Cherylkarenlottyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00314141032092834388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-20772091379508655542015-11-07T12:18:56.781+00:002015-11-07T12:18:56.781+00:00hello Anne, I haven't been to cake decorating ...hello Anne, I haven't been to cake decorating classes apart from watching a lady called Ipi Tombe make beautiful delicate flowers. I am useless at royal icing. All my cakes were from a Novelty Cakes book by Jane Asher. Fondant icing all the way!karenlottyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00314141032092834388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8956760013891051450.post-81581533853798212482015-11-07T12:14:12.350+00:002015-11-07T12:14:12.350+00:00Thank you Lilian, they did take quite a while, but...Thank you Lilian, they did take quite a while, but done over several days - feed the fruit cake with booze, cover with marzipan, ice the cake, make the flowers when the kids were in bed. I used a big tray and sat in front of the tele, paint the stripes - that was the hardest bit trying to stop hands shaking!. karenlottyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00314141032092834388noreply@blogger.com