May 2026

How beautiful the blossom is this year, perhaps the best I have ever seen! The Hawthorn hedges that run for mile upon mile along the Lincolnshire lanes are a froth of white flowers.  Flowering at the beginning of the month it is also known as May Tree or Maythorn, the blossom traditionally used in garlands for May Day celebrations.

We planted our quince tree over 25 years ago as a slender ‘maiden’ since when it has become a much-loved garden treasure. Its blossom is my favourite of all; from the tiny deep pink furled buds to the fully opened delicate floaty blooms, it never fails to delight. The exotic scented fruits are perfect for jellymaking but some years there may be just one or two!

May is a month when we again feel the real warmth and brightness of the sun; a month of birdsong and bees! The first baby blackbirds are out and about, exploring the garden and their own magic power of flight.

April 2026

As the old song says ‘There may be trouble ahead….’ and it’s true that there are many things to unsettle our everyday lives and thoughts at the moment. A war many miles away can impact us here at home too. At such times I find there is comfort to be found in being in nature; just a quiet walk in fresh air and sunshine, focussing on the sounds and signs of spring all around us can help to still our innermost fears. Today I am planting a small patch of seed potatoes, each with their little sprouts already bursting into life. Later I will be sewing, as I do every day. At this time of year I am often to be found sowing too!

Sharing our time with those we love, and keeping in touch can mean a lot at any time, but particularly in times of uncertainty. Cards with a few hand-written words can carry a lot of love in their small envelopes.

March 2026

Turning over the calendar page this morning feels like the end of winter! The ever-changing picture, the window to this room, is now full of signs of spring!  Bobbing daffodils, pale green shoots along the weeping willow fronds and pairs of canoodling pigeons. Stepping outside in the morning I am greeted by a rather shouty song thrush, who never stops singing! (Not as melodic as the blackbird, but he comes later).

Of course there will be plenty of cold days, gales and rain to come, frosts, and maybe even snow, but with the longer days and signs of new life everywhere, it does all feel a lot like spring.

I have been working hard to re-stock the sold out items, adding new designs too, so there is a good selection to browse through. The drop down menu under ‘cards’ should help you find what you are looking for.