New items added to shop

I have added new items to Poppy and Daisy.

Just click on items for sale in the sidebar of the shop to take you to what area you would like to visit.

Hangings:

Pincushions:

Tooth fairy cushions, with small pouch at back:

(sorry, this pic has made the cushion look a bit wonky!!, i'll have to take another for the shop!!)

And Ladybird books:

xx

Vintage and Handmade fair/Birthday

I haven't posted for a while...not sure why really, bit busy/didn't fancy it....

But here i am with a spare few minutes to post about my trip to The Vintage and Handmade fair in Chipping Sodbury and my Birthday that was on Friday.

The Fair

I really wanted to visit this fair, so as part of my birthday, the hubbie and me spent 2 nights away.

Our first stop was the lovely fair.

It was a real treat. I only wish i lived nearer so that i could visit every one.

I met some of the lovely bloggers, which was great.

The stalls were all lovely, i went round a fair few times, as i was a little overwhelmed!!

I wish now that i had taken some more photos, but i felt a bit strange doing that so i just took a couple of pics of Sals stall and Hens.

There are lots of pics over blogland for you to see.

Here are the goodies i bought:

Some pretty yellow fabric from Donna, a union jack heart and cards from Henhouse, A pretty Kate Greenway tin from Jayne, noddy magnets from cowboys and custard and Kitsch and curious. A beautiful cushion from Amanda Critchlow and a button bag, and pretty notebook pouch from the lovely Sal.

We stayed here for 2 nights, an excellent position for the fair. However i'm not too sure if i would return, as it was very noisy and the breakfasts were early. It would be perfect if we were up and out, but we could have done with some lovely lay ins as we didn't have the boys!!

To our surprise..through this door was a lounge area and a lovely bathroom!

We also visited Bath, which we always love. And one of our favourite restaurants: Demuths.

We went to the cinema and saw Dear John, oh my goodness, it was so lovely yet a tearjerker!

Plus Channing Tatum...yum!!

Some other buys from that weekend:

I also recieved a lovely hanging heart from my hubby which i have yet to photograph.

My Birthday

It was my birthday on Friday. My little one was ill, so i missed my birthday lunch with my best friend :(

But he was well enough by the evening, so we had some family over to celebrate.

I had 2 yummy vegan cakes from here:

They are really moist and yummy!!

I got some great gifts. Would you like to see?

My best friend got me: A handbag fund moneybox, a Marilyn and Audrey box (to keep my new buisness cash, recipts etc in, and made me the most gorgeous card (above).

My Mum thoroughly spoilt me with, choccies, shortbread, A heart chopping board, and all what you see in the picture below this one (i can't wait to start reading the Grace Kelly book and i love the daisy food cover!) She also got me and her tickets to go and see Julie Andrews (i'll tell you about that in a minute). 

My lovely hubby got me the trip away and all the things i bought there, gave me money for some shopping and him and the boys got the Tinkerbell DVD, the notebooks and a cook book. One of the sweetest little gifts was chosen by my eldest son, who bought the fairy pad, glue and sequins!!

My inlaws got me some fairy light orchids and lovely choccie heart moulds, and the 2 books you see below.

I recieved some vouchers, choccies and bubblebaths from my dad...so a spending spree will be happening soon!!

On to Julie:

My mum and i cried so much!!

To see 'Mary Poppins/Maria' in the flesh was a dream come true. And to sing along to Do, re, me with her was wonderful!!!

Thank you Mum, i loved it, and our dinner and cocktails beforehand :)

Now on to some little extras: I want to say big thank yous to the lovely ladies have i bought these lovely cushions from for my spare/work room.

Mary/Beki/Helen...they are gorgeous.

Helen also sent me this lovely heart that is hanging on my desk chair.

Don't forget to head out and buy Easy Living Magazine for your free tote bag and 15% off CK.

It doesn't include everything...unfortunately i went on the web today and it said my 3 items didn't qualify :(

xx

Vintage and Handmade Fair

I am off here on Saturday.

Are you going? If so, i'd love to say hi!!

I'm getting there about midday (As long as the traffic isn't too bad)

You'll be able to spot me as i'll be with a bored looking tall husband :)

xx

Notebook Monday

-La Bonne Vie

A lovely online shop:

-Sophie Dahls quesadilla

I made these last week and they are yummy!

Ingredients

For the quesadilla
2 tbsp olive oil
150g/5oz semi-firm tofu, crumbled
pinch turmeric
pinch ground cumin
pinch smoked paprika
1 spring onion, finely sliced
1 red chilli, seeds removed, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, peeled, finely chopped
200g/7oz can black beans in water, drained
1 large roasted red pepper from a jar, sliced
few drops Tabasco
75g/2¾oz Monterey Jack cheese, grated
½ bunch fresh coriander, roughly chopped
2 tortillas, any variety
For the guacamole
1 ripe avocado, skinned, stone removed, mashed
½ lime, zest and juice
½ tomato, seeds removed, finely chopped
¼ red onion, peeled, finely chopped
small handful fresh coriander leaves
few drops Tabasco
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the lime sour cream dip
1 tbsp sour cream
½ lime, zest and juice
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method

1. For the quesadilla, heat half the oil in a frying pan over a medium heat and fry the tofu with the turmeric, cumin and smoked paprika for 4-5 minutes, then add the spring onion, chilli and garlic and continue to cook for a further 2-3 minutes.
2. Place the black beans, peppers, remaining oil and Tabasco in a small saucepan over a low heat for 6-8 minutes, or until warmed through. Season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then remove from the heat.
3. Tip the spiced tofu mixture into the pan with the beans and peppers, and stir well.
4. Combine the grated cheese and coriander in a small bowl.
5. To assemble the quesadilla, place one of the tortillas into a frying pan over a low heat for 1-2 minutes to warm through. Spoon on the tofu and bean mixture, followed by the cheese and coriander. Place the remaining tortilla on top and gently press down.
6. Fry for 2-3 minutes on either side, or until golden-brown and crisp.
7. For the guacamole, place all the ingredients in a bowl and season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir together, or pulse in a food processor if a smoother texture is required.
8. For the lime sour cream dip, mix together all the ingredients and season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
9. To serve, cut the quesadilla into 6-8 wedges, and arrange on a serving plate. Spoon the guacamole and lime sour cream dip on the side.




-How stuff works

An interesting site where you can find out things like:

why do people blush?

and

How to make easy outside experiments with your kids.




-Charlie and Lola

I love this site......and this one

You can playgames...my son likes these and shop....
i like these:

xx

Poppy and Daisy shop opening and giveaway winner!!

My new blogshop is now open!!!

You can visit here:

Poppy and Daisy

If there is anything you would like, email me at:

poppyanddaisys@googlemail.com

♥

The winner of my Giveaway is.............................

Little Bear Stories

Well done you win the main prize!!

And a small runner up prize goes to................

Periwinkle

If you email me at the above address with your details i'll get the prizes off to you.

xx

(Pictures from weheartit)

Rosali bliss, red for heart and mmm apple pie

Here are some more pics of my work/spare room...i had my first overnight guest last week...so out came the sofabed with the pretty Rosali bedding....i love this room now..its so pretty.

I got my certificate last week from BHF......we raised an amazing............... £461.25!! so thank you to all those that have helped.

Please take a look at the items that are still for sale here......you can buy as bundles or individuals if you'd like..just ask :)

Mmmmm i love apple pie with custard..last week i bought some Asda extra special custard with madagascan vanilla, it tastes more like icecream than custard and i have to say i wasn't to keen on it hot...but the next day i served it cold with cold apple pie and it was delicious.

This brings me onto Weightloss Wednesday:

If you remember..last week i had lost 2 pounds...but i had been ill. This week that to pounds is back on again...so really i guess i've stayed the same.

This week i have eaten 'mostly' correct portion sizes, even when eating out, but haven't denied myself treats.

I have also exercised well this week...we went on a family bikeride on the weekend (my first this year, i was in agony!!), I have also done some stretches and a pilates Dvd, so quite happy with myself this week.

What is you guilty/or not so guilty little foodie treat?

xx

(There are 2 more days to enter my giveaway...2 posts down)

Notecook Monday

-The Gluttonous Gardener

Delicious garden and foodie gifts packed in wooden crates.

-Tip

To find a small lost object on the floor...put a pair of tights over the hose, secure with a band and suck up!

-Oliver Bonas

I love the things from here. Here are some lovely goodies i found on the web that i'd love!

-Childrenssalon

This site is amazing for the gifty bits you can buy:

-Howtocleananything

Does what it says in the title :)

-Have a little treat...you deserve it:

Choose 1 from below

Dip strawberries in dark chocolate,

 Dvd and icecream,

Wash and iron your bedding..get in and relax,

Buy yourself some flowers,

Have a manicure, pedicure.

-Quote:

Spring is when life's alive in everything- Christina Rossetti (1830-1894)

Don't forget to enter my giveaway on the last post.

xx

(photos taken from relevent websites)