September 2026
The lawn here, which was straw-coloured for weeks due to drought, has suddenly become green again! The two horses in the field next to our garden were being brought food regularly as there was nothing to eat underfoot at all; their pasture had the appearance of a desert. They are now happily munching the fresh green grass that is everywhere once more. Despite this vibrant renewal, there is already an autumnal feel to the shrubs and trees, perhaps a month early. Some trees
August 2026
As a gardener, each month brings its own demands on time and energy, as the tasks needed to be done change from week to week. This August has brought extra challenges due to water restrictions and the extreme temperatures, but the lavender seems happy in the drought! I have two new card designs: Wildflower Meadow and Little White House. The first is a variation on the framed ‘Summer Meadow’ embroidery which I have been stitching for many years. The pretty Little White House









































