granny goodness

i am totally smitten with my new book granny chic. created by two people whose blogs i love, they give an honest insight into the life of thrifting, hoarding and making that has many similarities to mine. most crafters would know all about burning the family dinner when you need just five more minutes to feverishly work on a project!

op shop treasures

anyway, i've unwittingly joined the ranks of "grannies" the world over, fiddling with bits of yarn, thrifted sheets and crochet hooks, scouring op shops for unwanted ornaments, kitschy kitchen wares and combining the lot into a glorious mash-up of colour and pattern. some people would want to scratch their own eyes out rather than have to endure this kind of decor, but as a maximalist, i enjoy it. the beauty is that you can't copy the look exactly; you rely on your own local finds, dependent on other people's throw-aways. it's the ultimate in creativity!

granny apron

when i saw this project in the book, i couldn't resist making my own granny apron to wear while crafting or cleaning, whichever one wins on the day. once again, the instructions are clear and concise, leaving room for customising to your own tastes. i used an old tea towel, a pretty tray cloth and added a little embroidery to inspire my blogging day! i don't know if i quite have the nerve to wear it out of the house like Tif does, maybe when i get a bit more grown-up?!