Hello Lovelies,
here are my happy things from the halfway point of 2013.
1. A beautiful sunset on Monday.........
2. A rescue makeover on my old handbag. It's really getting worn out but I don't have time to look for a replacement at the moment ......
see it's previous guises
HERE and
HERE
3. Middle son asking to bake one evening.....I had lemons so he tried
THIS recipe.........
Gosh it was really delicious
Combining the rest of the lemons with sugar and Elderflowers...........
Aren't they pretty close up.
I'm having a go at making Elderflower cordial for the first time following this recipe found in the news paper............
It's ready for straining now but I don't have a muslin....hope a thin tea towel will do :0)
4. Eating lettuce freshly picked from the vegetable patch........
Mum is making good progress and has had chance to see all your lovely comments and good wishes this week.They really cheered her.Thank you again.
Jacquie x
Great news about your mum - such a relief for you all. I love making elderflower cordial but they are only just starting to open by us - elderflower fizz is a good one as well but make sure the bottle lids are screwed on tightly! You could try straining through some tights - not quite sure how you would configure them over a bucket but might be worth a try ... Love the third incarnation of your bag! Jane x
ReplyDeleteSuch a great idea with the bag, I loved looking at the other links to the previous changes that you had made.
ReplyDeleteThat cake looks delish, glad your Mum is on the mend
ReplyDeleteHi Jacquie, I've nominated you and your blog for an award! http://carlymau.wordpress.com/2013/05/29/ive-been-nominated/ - thanks for posting! :) Carly
ReplyDeleteGreat looking stuff. I am dreaming up a denim jeans handbag in my head this week but yet to make it to my shoulder. Yours looks great - it's got loads of mileage now. Jo x
ReplyDeleteLovely photographs, especially the elderflower.
ReplyDeleteLiz @ Shortbread & Ginger
Love your bag and all its previous incarnations, now that's what I call value for money!!
ReplyDeletei can´t believe, that it is a half!! like every week so nice pics.
ReplyDeletexo, martina♥
really pleased that your mum is getting better. I love making elderflower cordial Jacquie, it's delicious on a hot day with lots of ice and a sprig of mint. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and oohhh that cake! xxx Penny
ReplyDeleteMy pet slugs have loved my lettuces, I've stared to call them pets as I'm feeding them daily! I love elderflower cordial :) x
ReplyDeleteTry a pair of tights if you don't have muslin. I found it worked fine!!
ReplyDeleteLeanne xx
I always love a nice sunset. Seems to round the day off well. (Particularly if I can watch it outside with a glass of wine in my hand!) Hope you have a great weekend. x
ReplyDeleteAm so happy to hear your Mum is doing well - and your pics are lovely once again - well done to your son for his delicious looking cake!
ReplyDeleteJoy
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Good to hear your mum is getting better ☺ Lovely pictures again Jacquie and that cake looks very tasty. No fresh plants here now in middle of winter..... except herbs ☺
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous sunset! Looks like you've had a great week.
ReplyDeleteHi Jacquie,Such happy news about your Mom!!!Your son did a good job on that cake!!!It looks delicious!!!Lovely pics as always!!!Have a great day!!!
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AMarie
The elderflowers are just opening up around me to will certainly give this a go, along with some elderflower wine that I saw on the tv the other day. Your week looks all so perfect. Have a wonderful week. Chel x
ReplyDeleteI would love to try elderflower cordial sometime! Your bag is beautiful!! I'm glad you Mum is better! Hugz Lisa
ReplyDeleteyour beautiful photographs of the country around you, your beautiful garden and sweet colourful homely posts and crafts really uplift me x
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely happy photos from your week. So pleased your Mum is making good progress.
ReplyDeleteSarah x
Oh no, half way through the year already. I love what you did to the bag and am looking forward to its next incarnation if there is one (i hope there is). I have never tasted fresh elderflower cordial so will be interested to hear what you think.
ReplyDeleteStunning sunset photo. I make that cake often (although my version is a Nigella one) and it's my go-to, never fail cake. x
ReplyDeleteWow! All those bag makeovers are just great. Sounds like your bag has been a great friend.
ReplyDeleteGood news about your mum Jacquie, I'm sure that has cheered everyone.
ReplyDeleteWas given 4 lovely lemons today, guess I might have to check out the recipe as that slice of cake looks delicious.
The elderflowers are very pretty, I've never tasted the cordial, can you describe the flavour please Jacquie?.....
Can't beat home grown vegies either, nice to have the garden producing again.......
have a great week,
Claire X
I really like your bag makeover, and the lettuce looks delicious!
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