Where the gondoliers shop in Venice

OK – not a great post title, but it was the best I could do! I purchased my first kit from Jofia Designs today, and made this layout. She has a very distinctive style, and I loved working with the gorgeous elements. Credits – Kit used – Not Very Serious by Jofia Designs at The…

I am delighted to share that my photos are now available for sale over in my shop www.janmarydesigns.com These are the first two I have selected to put up in the store, but there are many more to follow.   All images will be professionally printed on high quality paper, and are available in a…

With lock-down continuing I have a bit more time to cook and bake, but sometimes more limited ingredients in the cupboard. This tasty soup only has a few basic ingredients so I am sharing it here. Ingredients 2oz bacon 4 oz red lentils 1 large onion 1 tin tomatoes 1.5 pints stock (See note below)…

Sharing my daily iPhone photos on my blog

As I have a digital layout to share, I will start there. This is not my usual layout, with a photo, but was made for a friend. Her two brothers used to sing this song together, and one died recently of cancer (aged just 42) and her other brother sang it at his funeral. My…