Hearts for Holland

This time last year The Wonderful Dutchman and I were in Holland...it was beautiful.....spring is the best time to see Holland in all its glory.

However this weekend we hear of a horrible event in Amsterdam...a shooting...in a shopping mall....on a Saturday. Horrific...My Wonderful Dutchman feels far from his home when something like this happens...in a place where you have friends, a place you know well....his homeland.

Although this world is getting smaller, one act can make you feel so far away....rushed phone calls,  and Facebook messages confirmed everyone was safe...a sigh of relief.

But still the thoughts rattle in your head.....Why does a 24 year old man feel the need to harm others? What has happened in his short life?

It breaks my heart......just how are we bringing up our children?

Our heart goes out to all those affected...we are both sending all our love to friends and family in Holland

xxx

A Sneaky Peek

A matching cake topper for the gorgeous Sparkling Ivory Rose bouquet

I have just made 4 Sparkling Hand~Tied bouquets, for 4 beautiful Brides

I have 3 more patient Brides waiting for their little piece of Vintage Magpie heaven.

My studio looks like a tornado has wreaked havoc in it....my creative process can be a messy thing....one day I might be brave enough to post a photo of it!!

Happy Weekend!!

After a stressful day...

...my mug says it all!

Enjoy your weekend x

Sorry!

I just thought i would let you all know that true to form, BT has managed to lose my internet connection again... This means I have no working computer at home....Boo Hiss!

So if you have been trying to contact me via email, im sorry i havent relplied to you. I am hoping with all fingers crossed that BT pulls their finger out and gets me back online soon.

I will keep you posted! xxx

UPDATE; BT says they need 48 to find out what the problem is... If you need to contact me please either phone me on; 07876 344148 or comment on this blog and i will try and contact you, when i get a chance to use another computer! Sorry!! xxx

My Mantra

This is what I keep telling myself, when I cannot find a certain ribbon...the right wire....my lovely pinking shears....a simple needle....argggggg.

I cannot wait for my studio to be ready....not that I'm wishing my sister to leave... but why does buying a house take so darn long!

Wiring, Sore Fingers & The End Product...

Well it has been a manic time for this little Magpie. Last minute orders, and emotional brides.

I have searched... cleaned... wired... wired... wired... pinned... and made beautiful 2 full shower bouquets in the same time it would normally take to make a small sparkling hand tied.... and I have to say I am very proud of the end products!!

What do you all think??

Both are not quite finished I will take more photos when they are! Someone please pass the hand cream....! x