It takes times like these to process old memories; I was reminded of this because my daughter is recently making bags, zip pouches etc.

She said the idea came from what I am doing, I like it because it keeps her mind occupied. My mum learnt to sew and made things, but needed a pattern, myself I see something and work it out or use an item and take the pattern from that. I have trouble following a pattern and I get inspired and have to act quickly.

I used to watch my mum, thread the needles for her and help as required, she was stunned at how I could manage to sew and do something so quick, we had this shared love of seeing something and making our version. My daughter has that knack, how to put things together and sew, it helped me that I also worked in a clothing factory for a short time.

Recently I went into a local high quality fabric store and picked up a cheap fabric, for the store that is. I loved it because it had snails on it, mum would have laughed, but I made a zip pouch and a coin purse it was out of 1/8 fat quarter. I hate waste but you can always use a little baggy. I needed a coin holder for the car, and it makes me smile.

I added this pic in to show you; I love how things from the past that are a good memory and gift. Springs to life as you go about your day.

I was reminded of this over this easter break, thinking of our wonderful Jesus and his sacrifice, being so grateful for all he has done for me in showing his love.

Processing the old into the new and thinking, he dies and rises for each of us. I am so grateful to him, so thankful, so overcome for what he did, thinking of me and those who will follow.