Goodness, in the blink of an eye we are half way through September and I don't quite know how I managed to take a 2 month break from blogging and creativity. The tennis elbow hasn't helped and although it's a fair bit better again, it's still frustratingly hanging around.
However I've had a few 'word of mouth' commissions for some jewellery, and that has got me busy again. It became a two man job, with help from the Hubs because of the elbow problems - he's been a star!
These are on my desk at the moment, waiting for the lids to be decorated - as you can see I've built up a bit of a stock! All are made from old china that has been damaged and unable to be used for purpose. I love old china and I've been collecting it for years with the vague and unrealistic idea of making a large mosaic garden table!
Such sad news this week with the death of our beloved Queen, very strange and unsettling times - I have been far more affected by it than I expected to be. It's been so very emotional and my heart goes out to the Royal family.
I was so happy to see your name on the list this morning, it seems to have been ages! I am sorry to hear your tennis elbow has been a problem, hope that it sorts itself very soon. Those pendants are fantastic (well done hubby for helping!) I can see why they’re flying off the shelves - nice use of the old china!
ReplyDeleteHugs LLJ 6 xxx
Gorgeous makes from old china, what a brilliant idea. BJ#1
ReplyDeleteHellooo Diana 🤗 despite your tennis elbow you have been busy 💕they are looking so beautiful with the old China with help from your lovely husband ⭐ I do hope the tennis elbow settles down for you,I know how bad it can be.
ReplyDeleteI'm with you on the week just gone, a week of sadness , thoughts never far from the Royal family . Sending gentle hugs and much love your way. Tracy #13 xxx
Lovely jewellery, so good to see repurposed art. It has been very sad, we have just watched the procession to the cathedral. A new era is dawning! Happy WOYWW. #7
ReplyDeleteHi Diana, thanks for the lovely comment. I have to admit that I'm late getting round everyone today because we've been to the seaside for a day out, first time since Covid started so it made a lovely change and as hubby said let's go who was I to turn it down. Also we have a new puppy so it was her first time to see the sea. I love the jewllery pieces they look really lovely just wondering what they were originally. Oh and collecting stuff, I can well relate to that ! Wishing you a very happy and creative woyww, Angela x12x
ReplyDeleteGood to see you Diana. What a lovely way to use old china - the pendants look fabulous. Hope the tennis elbow finally resolves soon. xx Stay safe and Happy WOYWW, Sarah #2
ReplyDeleteI'm very late in the day with my visits but it has been one of those crazy days with sewing and a constant flow of yet more customers bringing me more to do...it certainly makes my days pass quickly.
ReplyDeleteI really hope your elbow improves very quickly. Your lids are so pretty.
Hugs,
Annie x #10
Hello, welcome back, it is so good to see you join in again - I hadn't really noticed quite how long it has been and I am sorry you've had such trouble with your elbow. It really has been a very sad week, like you it has affected me more than I expected. Have a good week Helen #3
ReplyDeleteLovely to see you and your beautiful makes today Dianna - I hope that elbow is soon better. It has been a very sad and moving time hasn't it. What a wonderful role model our Queen was. She will be so sadly missed. xx Jo
ReplyDeleteIt was so nice to see you posting again, I had toyed with the idea of writing to you but put it off too long - anyway you are here now. So sorry your tennis elbow is still giving you problems. Have you tried alternative medicine. I go to a chiropractor for my back, left it too long so it will never be cured but she has 'given me my life back'.
ReplyDeleteYour china pendants look lovely, so glad you have been given help with them, I a sure they will be flying off your shelves.
Yes, so sad a week, I never thought I could get so teary, takes nothing much to set me off.
Gentle hugs to you
Neet xx
Ouch! So sorry to hear of your tennis elbow. I had it quite a few years ago and found the cool it type self chill pads helpful, though it was eventually sorted by a physio who injected them with a compound which resembled phenol? Your old China pendants are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteTake care
Hugs
Lynnecrafts
I love these makes from the old china!
ReplyDeleteSorry about the elbow!
Happy WOYWW!
I am determined to call and comment on all of you this week, even if late!
Susan #5
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