Well, as you can see from the strapline, I do love a good cake! So here is a selection of some of the bakes I have made since settling in to my new abode. As I am sure you can see, I like a good cream sponge, and these are generously filled with homemade preserves made by my sister-in-law Liz - the best jam ever! Along with lemon meringue and cheesecake, I am making the most of my kitchen and my oven! Perfect with a latte and a good tune playing on the radio! And, I hasten to add, I don't eat them all in one sitting! 😜 Cakes, cakes, cakes!
Since my move, I have been lucky enough to have a workroom that I can shut the door on at the end of the working day. Previously it had been a case of having to share space with my equipment and machinery. So now I have the luxury of actually being able to relax in space that is designed to be relaxed in (as shown in a previous blog) - sheer heaven! The equipment I have though excellent and of course, necessary, isn't the most beautiful to sit and admire, so it is a treat to be able finally to put it somewhere practical and hidden! A clever panoramic picture of my workroom, it looks a bit cramped but actually it is remarkably spacious, tho for some of the big gowns, it can be a bit tight! My knitting machine station,consisting of an electronic Brother 970 complete with ribber and garter carriage - perfect for all the blankets I produce. Currently working on a cardigan for my sister in law, pictures shortly! My sewing machine station, consist...
Readying the wedding dress fabrics to cut out. Gorgeous guipure lace, stretch satin, organza and shot organza underlining. And here it is under construction - the bodice of guipure lace cut and rouleau loops made to fit the dome head pearl buttons. Then bodice lined and hand finished to complete!
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