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Next time I mention a craft project will someone please remind me that I do not need to buy felt, yarn, wadding, interfacing or autumn fabrics! I have just been hunting through my mess carefully curated craft resource collection and discovered plenty of all of the above. I did not, however, discover the yellow and orange fabrics I was actually looking for and know I have somewhere because of the time I bought a load to make chicks to put Easter eggs in. To be fair, I did make lots of the chicks and gifted them but knew I had fabric leftover. I'm now exhausted from searching for what I want, have ribbons and fabric all over the dining table and think I need to sit down with a cup of tea and my knitting!

Is anyone running a Pediatric First Aid Course around Leeds LS17 area?

She is very sweet! I love the hair especially!

Awe she is a sweet little fairy louby

She’s very cute!

I've made a start this is my prototype- and she still needs a fair bit more work. I only purchased, wooden beads (already painted face) and pink pipecleaners. All other bits are from supplies 😂 I did the pipecleaner 'wrapping' in the evening with bad light.....and it shows!😮😂

Crikey zigzag 😧

Glad everyone has had a happy week. We’ve had nothing but biblical rain here it’s just horrendous. Our roads are literally falling apart with huge gaping pot holes and you risk your car every time you go out! (I know that’s not just down here and it’s a nation wide problem) I have a days daycare of my grandson on Monday so looking forward to that. Hope everyone has a lovely,y weekend and you get some decent weather soon. The video was my sons view from work the other day! att.aqbghD4JcFmejxl2oKyCNhH8vFLOr8zrjst9UJzfuo0.mp4

Glad you've had a restful week Sunnyday and Louby belated happy birthday! I went to see/help out at a friend's Gilbert and Sullivan performance this week, finished a book that I loved and baked a victoria sponge cake which I haven't done for ages. I have just received my post which included a proper letter from a friend. I have developed a habit of writing a 'Sunday note' each week (although it often gets done on a Monday!) and send them to all sorts of people - the letter this morning was a reply to that. I have succumbed to getting fairy making supplies so will be joining you in my making attempts Louby. I have nearly finished my tricky socks and have just received the most beautiful purple yarn which I want to use to make an 18th birthday pair of socks for my nephew. The garlic I planted in December is growing well and I have lots of other bulbs peeping through - very exciting! Happy weekend all!

Morning all. 😊 Hope everyone has had a good week. I'm on half term, and it's been my birthday- so lots of chilling out with family and eating 😮😂 I stared on a fairy, however, I did it during the evening and the next morning she didn't look so good (only did the body though)..... so far she has a 'look' that only a grandaughter could love!😂 Just seen your post Sunnyday, good to hear you had a good week too.x

Good morning - 'tis Friday A nice quiet week - yay -I was more than ready for that. Tomorrow Mr S and I are treating one of his cousins and his wife to a nice pub lunch - they were so helpful in notifying extended family members about MIL's passing and funeral arrangements - we are very grateful and want to thank them... I am liking the look of next week's weather forecast - do hope that it is correct - warmer, some sun and no more rain - yes please, bring it on! Hope that everyone is okay Have a good weekend all x

Thank you. Xx

They were good Zigzag. The recipe is the National Trust one - you can google it but it comes up with links to facebook pages/instagram etc. I've put the one I think easiest to read here: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1191744535656184&set=a.542363183927659&id=100044619450793 By the way - I halved the mix and it still made 8 big scones. They kept well.

Glad all went well Sunnyday. Froglet, chocolate and cherry scones sound delicious, do you have a recipe please? Lovely to have a dry day here yesterday (until the evening when a mini storm hit) Today is also meant to be nice so hoping to get a few jobs done in the garden. Have a lovely weekend all.

I was quite tempted by the carrots. In the course of my epic spare room sorting out I have discovered several cotton pulp eggs - I think I bought them when we were doing some work around penguins and needed a penguin egg for each of 4 classes. The cheapest way to get them was to get packs of assorted sizes consequently I have all the leftovers - I may need to do a spring project or two!

Never - she is just helping you and keeping you updated on goods available from 'The Works' 🤣 I even found myself thinking 'oh do I need any pipe cleaners, they are a real bargain - clearly, I do not need any pipe cleaners 🤦‍♀️ I also spent an age looking at the orange 'things' and puzzling about what they are (carrots of course got there in the end!) 🤣

Sunnyday, glad to hear all went well. Louby - I think that’s what’s known as enabling…😉 I took advantage of a dry couple of hours yesterday and went to admire the snowdrops at Kedleston. There were hundreds of daffodils starting to spike through the ground so I shall plan to go back in a couple of weeks when they’re in bloom and will look stunning. Other than that I have finally made a little more progress on my sock and been immersed in a book as well as eating chocolate cherry scones.

Morning, quick catch up before we're off for the weekend. (I'm going to have to put on a 'social face' for a couple of days. 😂 Sunnyday, good to hear all went well yesterday. 💐 Froglet - the Works had spring coloured pipecleaners £1.00 including a 'spring pink' if you wanted to experiment. Hope everyone has a good weekend. xx

Good morning - 'tis Friday ...and breathe - all went very well for my dear MIL and I thank you again for your kind thoughts and support ❤️ How is everyone? Half term now - I always find it hard to believe that this one marks 'halfway through the school year'... No big plans for the weekend or the coming week which suits me just fine really - as per our previous chat I am a bit 'peopled out' 🤣 Take care all x

Portage Workshop: A small step approach to learning for children with SEND - 2025 This two-and-a-half-day course is the basic qualification certificate in the Portage model of teaching. Monday 11 May 2026, 9.15am-4pm Civic Centre Tuesday 12 May 2026, 9.15am-4pm Civic Centre Monday 6 July 2026, 9.30-11am Online session size=2 width="100%" align=center> Who should attend? Those who work with the 0-5 year’s age range and are interested in delivering inclusive learning and play activities. It will be of particular relevance to those who hold the Early Years Special Educational Needs coordinator role in the r setting or those who wish to move into this position. It would also be highly beneficial for practitioners looking to further develop their SEND practice and as part of their work support individual children or lead small group work including children with additional needs. You will be able to: Understand the Portage Principles and model of support Use the basic skills to deliver Portage under supervision Apply Portage skills in one’s own workplace Understand the history and local development of Portage Understand the range of materials and resources Develop confidence in working together using the Portage Model Demonstrate awareness of the National Portage Association Southampton maintained schools and Southampton PVI Early Years & Childcare providers Price: £120 Academies, free schools and other organisations Price: £150

Cross-School Moderation Monday 27 April, 1pm-4pm. Venue to be confirmed. Learning outcomes Collaborative moderation across schools Shared professional dialogue and evidence review Fees for training Southampton City Council maintained schools: £20 Academies, free schools, and other organisations: £25

Year 6 Teacher Training 2026 We are excited to offer a series of high-impact training sessions designed specifically for Year 6 teachers in Southampton. Whether you are new to the year group, or looking to sharpen your SATs and moderation strategies, these sessions will provide practical tools, expert insights, and collaborative opportunities. Moderation Information Monday 2 March 2026 - 1pm-4pm. Venue to be confirmed. Learning outcomes Key training documents and guidance (ARA, TAG, etc) Focus on common areas of focus such as dialogue, particular weakness etc. Standardisation of work for Year 6 Fees for training Southampton City Council maintained schools: £20 Academies, free schools, and other organisations: £25

Fri 20 March - New to Early Years for Support Staff (half day) - Donna Harwood-Duffy This morning course will give delegates: An overview and understanding of the EYFS and areas of learning An understanding of their role in supporting teaching and learning both inside and outside Support for writing observations An understanding of what good practice looks like Thurs 30 April - Blossoming with Language - a Nurturing Journey - Marlis Juerging-Coles A day to explore the importance of language skills in the early years, especially post-pandemic. It helps educators to consider the implications and understand how to promote language development in practical and joyous ways. Marlis Juerging-Coles is a director of Linden Learning, with a passion for the social gift of language. Tues 19 May - Supporting Young Children's Emotional, Personal & Social Development: Foundations of Being - Julia Manning-Morton This course is an opportunity to spend time revising and extending understanding of the personal, social and emotional development of young children, including emotions, behaviour and brain development, and the importance of social belonging and self-other awareness. For further information and to book, visit the Early Years Training page on our website - www.dorkingnurseryschool.co.uk, email centre@dorking.surrey.sch.uk

Thanks for your kind thoughts x

Absolutely, thoughts are with you.