THOUGHTS ON A MONDAY MORNING IV

POLONIUS

What do you read, my lord?

HAMLET

Words, words, words.

DIY POM POM TREE

It is the weekend and I have caught the worst cold.

I will spare you the details on my aching muscles and the rainbow-colored goo coming out of my nose. (Always had a feeling I was of unicorn descent though, need to look into that!)

But I do mention it anyhow because although not a pretty sight, I feel oddly inspired by my indisposition.

THOUGHTS ON A MONDAY MORNING III

I have heard of your paintings too, well enough.

God has given you one face and you make yourselves another.

NEED WORKOUT MOTIVATION? Follow These Eight Simple Steps

Want a Victoria's Secret beach body?

Yeah, don't we all.

Unfortunately, that is a privilege denied to many. But no worries, We can still improve on our own hourglass/pear/apple/watermelon figures with a healthy diet and a little hard work at the gym.

Which, let's face it, sounds so much easier than it actually is.

Where is that eat-once-drop-those-superfluous-pounds-and-never-gain-weight-ever-again miracle pill when you need it?

I for one haven't lost faith in this happening soon.

But until it does, the gym it is.

DIY NATIVE AMERICAN BELT part II

As promised, I have for you part two of how to make your very own 100% unique Native American belt. Perfect for a July Fourth-weekend, but just as suitable for a casual outfit that requires a little eyecatcher to pull the look together.

DIY NATIVE AMERICAN BELT part I

It's July Fourth! To all of those celebrating, party on! To everyone else, have a spectacular weekend!

Whatever you're up to, I hope you're not dying from the heat... In case you are though, check out my instant frozen yogurt recipe. You probably have all of the ingredients lying around anyway and it is the perfect treat for any summer picnic!

I know I will be having loads of it this weekend...

But let's draw our attention to this weekend's craft.

Since it is Independence Day, I decided to dig out photos of a project I took in July last year (!) that I have been wanting to share with you for a long time (but clearly haven't gotten round to), and which is deeply connected to America's history.

For this project it was my brother who dug out, or rather, stumbled upon this Native American beaded belt. I don't quite remember where we got it, but I have the sneaky feeling it is in fact a children's belt.

Pretty darn sure actually.