I want to formally welcome two new members to our little cottage - actually, warmly sounds much nicer, don't you think? @Deanna Krueger welcome, lovely lady - I really enjoyed chatting with you yesterday! I met Deanna over in @Debra Verrall 's sewing space - if you're a sewer, get on over and check it out, it's a cosy space too! An I just got the most wonderful suprise to see a friend from New Zealand pop in here too - Lets make lovely @Janne Cullen welcome - she is such a great lady who has been a wonderful inspo to me over the years. Please tell us a bit about yourselves so we can get to know you a bit better! - Where you reside - What you love to create - What you do for fun - Fave food - Favourite colour That's a good get-to-know-you start!

Hi everyone, I’ve been reflecting lately on what it means to live a truly "creative" life. Sometimes we think it’s about the finished product, but lately, for me, it’s about the moments in between. (Just as well because I'm not getting a lot of 'finishing' done these days!) Watching my ducks and my goose, Baby, splash in the pond and run to meet me (even if they leave a mess behind!) is something that is filling my tank right now. I love the mornings spent in quiet reflection, even when that silence is joyfully interrupted by my grandkids. 😅 It’s reminded me that we don't need a "perfect" setup to be happy. My cottage is tiny, and I’m still waiting on a kitchen, wondering if I'll ever have one, but it’s taught me that the simple things—and the people we love—are what truly feed the soul. I’d love to know: What is one "simple thing" in your home or workspace today that is bringing you joy? 🕊️

I’d love to welcome the lovely @Roslyn Hill to our creative community! I met Roslyn in The crochet circle @Caroline Fransz’s community so I know you’re into crochet! Please tell us more about yourself - Where you’re from - You’re fave foods - Any other creative passions A big welcome to you 🥰

A writer isn't someone who has written a book! I have always been a writer - not an official Author, so to speak, but most definitely a writer. Creating space to write is part of my creative flow! There's something really special when words begin to flow onto paper with ease, and the cadence of the written word dances into a story, a poem, or just a simple journal entry. Let's kick off this Writer's Space with a little poll, and I'll also ask @Sharon Jones to share a beautiful poem she sent me this week in a separate post. Let's answer the poll first, and then feel free to share your written words at any time in the weeks ahead in a separate post and don't forget to post under the topic "Writer's Space!"

Let's give a warm welcome to @Jennifer Brown a creative southern girl with a big heart, by the sounds of things - I think you and another newcomer @Niccole Priest may just have some things in common! I was pretty excited to hear that Niccole is a journal lover too! We're all keen to hear more about you, beautiful people! Please tell us - where in this big planet you hail from - what crafty creations or other creative passions you have - your favourite way to relax Oh, and here's one just for fun - your favourite singer or genre of music