Have I mentioned that I HATE painting?

Get a scruffy cottage and give it a lick of paint… I can confirm that after 3 days of painting using a huge free tub of white paint, I am over that notion. I ran out of paint and energy before I got to the bedroom ceiling. I have just had a quick look and it looks like it needs yet another coat, groan. The problem was that the room seemed to have wooden walls, covered with a textured wallpaper and some damp spots. It does look better but I obviously have more to do. 

I had better success with the shed. I pulled off the ivy from the front and slapped black Cuprinol onto it which has smartened it up no end.

I looked for a second hand electric lawnmower but it was cheaper to get a new one. I have cut the grass which now looks like it has been liquidised but I guess it will grow back in the Spring;) 

My three day weekend has been non-stop DIY apart from a trip to the supermarket. I must try to get out more!

I was thrilled to receive a parcel from the Quilters’ Guild of the British Isles containing “merch” that it is selling online inspired by my quilt, “Help ma Boab”. I will be taking my mug and coaster to work and filling up my tin with useful quilting goodies:)