Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Pretending.....

 

 
When I was a little girl I used to visit my Grandma, the Ada Bea one, with my Mum. She lived in the town next to our village so it meant a bus ride. If I was really lucky we got to ride on the top deck, right up at the front, although I think we were mainly seated downstairs near the door. Two young children and shopping bags, you look to make your life as easy as possible, when you're a busy Mum!
 
The bus stop was quite a walk away, for little legs anyway! One winter I can remember it being bitterly cold, the wind battered us and to add insult to injury, it was raining. I must have been moaning, perhaps crying, actually probably crying, I hate cold rain.....
 
Anyway, I can remember my Mum, not telling me off, but asking me to pretend. To pretend I was in front of our open fire, sat on the rug warming up my feet, drinking hot chocolate, with marshmallows in. So I did, and you know what? It worked! I can distinctly remember feeling warmer, magic?! The power of the mind!
 
I tried this technique outside school yesterday as I was waiting for Little Bea. The wind was bitter, thankfully it wasn't raining! And you know what? IT DIDN'T WORK! Why, oh why, is my child ALWAYS the last child to come out of school?
 
Anyway, I'm still pretending, I'm pretending its Spring, I'm pretending the sun is shining and it's a little bit warmer. I'm wrapping myself up in my vintage sheets, it's actually summer in there! It's warm, just lovely!
 
I've been playing, taking ridiculous photos, but enjoying myself? Eldest asked me why I was folding up pillowcases and taking photos of them, why indeed! Isn't it a sensible thing to do?! Unfortunately my body doesn't cope very well with extreme temperatures, and I'm feeling not at my best! Anyway I moan no more.....
 
 
I've been enjoying wrapping up parcels......
 
 
Opening parcels, I'm afraid I've jumped on the washi bandwagon, aren't they divine, I think this little pile might grow. I'm blaming Bee, she wrote a lovely post about what to do with washi tape....set me off! Anyway, I'm sure I will do something wonderful
with these! Thanks for the inspiration Bee!
 
 
I'm also enjoying putting some Easter decorations together...
 
Polystyrene eggs 75p
Liberty scraps £1.20
Vintage basket 50p
I think that's a bargain! Makes me feel better straight away!
 
I might not be back this week, I'm very busy and if the weather holds, Mr Bea and I are off for a lovely weekend, just us! The first time we've been anywhere without the girls in twelve years! I hope it doesn't snow, a cottage in Derbyshire.....just hope we get there!!!!
 
Bye for now!
 
Ada :) x
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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43 comments:

  1. Maria26 March 2013 at 05:33

    ~Hello, Ada...Wishing you a magical time with your OH...Ooh I remember Us going away by our selves....for the first and only time....We went to Prague! ENJOY! ~ Happy of Happiest Easter blessings to you too! With the kindest thoughts and a few 'Twinkles'**** Maria x

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    1. Vintage Sheet Addict26 March 2013 at 10:13

      Sounds lovely, I'd LOVE to go back to Paris, it's been difficult enough sorting this one out.....don't think I would cope arranging Paris! :) x

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  2. Rainbow Vintage Home26 March 2013 at 06:54

    Hope you have a wonderful weekend away Ada, maybe with even a drop of sunshine...fingers crossed! Love that top photo, a rainbow of gorgeousness! xx

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  3. Shortbread and Ginger26 March 2013 at 06:54

    Love your pretty Easter basket and eggs.
    Liz @ Shortbread & Ginger

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  4. Loo xx from Jumbles and Pompoms26 March 2013 at 07:37

    Hello you. I really enjoyed your post and loved the first pic - the glorious vintage sheet colour wheel. Keep playing with your sheets and taking photos won't you? xx

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  5. Streetcomber26 March 2013 at 09:20

    Hi Ada
    Love your Easter tableau, basket and eggs, so pretty. Enjoy your weekend :)

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  6. Ashley cramp26 March 2013 at 09:46

    Enjoy Ada bea!
    ....and use that photo for your new header...why dont you?
    D x

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  7. Bobo Bun26 March 2013 at 11:06

    How de do de - Once I waited in the school playground so long I was all alone and I started to wonder if I'd imagined I had kids to collect. Millie doesn't get the concept of hurry up at all, it seems to slow her down more. Not the bitter wind for hanging about in though is it. Keep warm at the weekend if you do get away.
    Love the new header - good bit of advice that.

    X

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  8. ...Nina Nixon...26 March 2013 at 11:37

    You did make me giggle! I've tried this so many times and 'yep' it doesn't work...still cold, still fed up, still bitterly shivering...oh dear.

    My girls are the same too - always the last ones, chattering away to their friends whilst I'm willing them in my head to 'get a wriggle on!'.

    Nina x

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  9. felicity26 March 2013 at 11:39

    I hope you do get to have a cosy weekend away. The one good thing for me about cold weather is that I love wooly scarves,cosy socks and jumpers -you have to look on the good side!Your banner does look lovely and the Easter display too. Can I ask where you got the stipey straws from? Flissx

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    1. Vintage Sheet Addict26 March 2013 at 12:04

      These ones came with the little milk bottles, from a shop called 'And A Fly Went By' in Southwell , Nottinghamshire.
      I've put a link on my Facebook page! :) x

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  10. Erica of Golden Egg Vintage26 March 2013 at 12:02

    Love your pretty header picture! Your story of imagining the fireplace made me smile. I really hope the weather holds out and you get to escape to the cottage! It sounds heavenly!
    Erica :)

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  11. September Violets26 March 2013 at 12:18

    Love the new header Ada ... rotten weather outside means lots of cozy time indoors ;) Enjoy your weekend away! Wendy

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  12. Candy Pop26 March 2013 at 13:07

    Awwwww... I LOVE your story! x

    And I adore your new banner!

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  13. Susan C.26 March 2013 at 13:58

    Ahhh....going to the happy place in your mind, it does work generally, but I am glad you have arranged a proper break.
    The pictures are very good, and if they take you to a happy place then go for it!

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  14. the linen cloud26 March 2013 at 14:00

    I'm with you Ada ... keep pretending until spring has the manners to arrive in all its glory ... have fun on your weekend away ... Bee xx

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  15. Zoë Power26 March 2013 at 14:11

    I think folding sheets and taking photos of them is an entirely lovely and very sensible thing to do :) I adore your new blog header - so happy and cheerful! I hope you have a lovely break and get to see a bit of sunshine :)

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  16. Old Magnolia Tree26 March 2013 at 14:19

    Can i ask you how did you cover the eggs with the fabric? Did you use PVA glue or some other type?
    I really hope that you enjoy your romantic weekend away. We all need a grown up break sometimes.
    Rosie xx

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    1. Vintage Sheet Addict26 March 2013 at 15:41

      Hi Rosie, I've just been making some more at our crafty club! I use tylo powder, used in cake decorating, less sticky than pva glue. It's much easier to use, dries overnight. I got it from eBay last year. Hope that helps! :) x

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  17. Swallow Barn26 March 2013 at 14:54

    oh have a lovely weekend and hopefully you won't need to pretend for too much longer, spring has to appear soon doesn't it???

    Nikki x

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  18. Allison26 March 2013 at 15:18

    hi ada....new header is fab!....12 years?! crikey moses! do you even remember what it like to be alone??...of course you do ;)
    enjoy and stay warm ( with hubbys help maybe!) xx

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  19. Gillian Roe26 March 2013 at 15:54

    All that creativity looks wonderful.

    I'll join in with your pretending please, if I may. The novelty of the snow wore off when I had to do the school run on Monday morning. Grim.

    Gillian x

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    1. Vintage Sheet Addict27 March 2013 at 13:27

      It looks good until we have to go anywhere! Nightmare! :) x

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  20. Sonja frå Sunnfjord26 March 2013 at 16:25

    Your new header looks great!
    I do hope you and your husband will have a wonderful weekend - alone! You really deserve it:)

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  21. Jo26 March 2013 at 17:01

    Your new header looks great Ada. Also love the patterned eggs in the last photo. Reminds me that I need to paint some eggs this week for easter.

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  22. homemade@myplace26 March 2013 at 17:35

    Have fun!!!!
    xxxx Ale

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  23. The Custards26 March 2013 at 23:47

    Dear ADa
    Terrible weather of course - no end in sight - it is going to be a cold, cold Easter - BUT you have some lovely fabrics so everything in the garden is ROSY and warm...

    I remember my spreedy legs and chilblains....nothing has changed!
    Best wishes
    Jenny

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  24. Ladybird Diaries26 March 2013 at 23:50

    Enjoy your weekend away! Love your Easter decorations, they are fab.
    M xxx

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  25. Unknown27 March 2013 at 00:16

    Hi Ada, Oh Dear!! (Sigh!!!) Washi Tape!!! That washi tape is so addictive, isn't it? I have a FAST growing pile myself!!
    Hope your week-end turns out to be one of the best!!! Happy Easter to you and your loved ones!!
    Love
    AMarie

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  26. Jay27 March 2013 at 01:23

    Love the Easter Egg basket & I hope you make it to the cottage; have a great Easter!

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  27. Stitches and Seeds27 March 2013 at 02:30

    Have a lovely weekend away. I find Small-free time very restorative!

    Exx

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  28. margaret27 March 2013 at 02:58

    once again a lovely display of your pillow cases, well worth photoing. Best of luck in Derbyshire, here in Yorkshire it has been snowing all morning, well over 6" deep, when is it going to end? Do not think it will thaw even if it stops as the forecast remains very cold.,I have my fingers crossed for you.

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    1. Vintage Sheet Addict27 March 2013 at 13:28

      I'm going to take my shovel, did my way in if I have too! :) x

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  29. Mezz27 March 2013 at 04:36

    i always love ur posts...especially the pics!always so colourful and cheery...hope the sun comes out for u soon

    enjoy ur weekend away.i hope u have a great and refreshing break!!

    mezz x

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  30. vintage grey27 March 2013 at 09:21

    Such a sweet story!! Have a wonderful weekend Ada!! Happy Easter! xo Heather

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  31. Mel @ Coal Valley View28 March 2013 at 04:10

    Hope I'm not too late popping in before you head off to wish you the most wonderful weekend away with the Mr. I LOVE your new header too and thank you so much for your well wishes! Mel xxx

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  32. Annie Cholewa28 March 2013 at 09:52

    All adults should make time to play, especially in dismal, cold weather!

    Have a lovely weekend away :D

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  33. Oh Abigail28 March 2013 at 15:40

    I love the eggs! I am currently ttrying to narrow down my washi tape choices on etsy but they are all so edible.

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  34. Trudy30 March 2013 at 21:51

    What a lovely treat to have a weekend away with your man!! Enjoy. And washi tape ... I love you!!

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  35. serendipity1 April 2013 at 03:02

    Pretty eggs, hope you had a good Easter. Debbie

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  36. Vintage Sheet Addict1 April 2013 at 08:05

    Thank you everyone for stopping by and having a little chat! :) x

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