New Friendships

Thank you for the lovely & friendly comments many of you have made. It makes it all worthwhile and encouraging. Since starting my new blog, it's suddenly opened up a whole new world of fascinating blogs, as well as very friendly and interesting people. It is so nice to be able to share and talk about a common interest.

The moat around Bishop's Palace, Wells (© Alan Woollard Photography)

Yesterday I popped into Wells, Somerset to pick up some gorgeous fabric which I had bought on Ebay from a lady called Carol. It turned out to be a very interesting visit! Before I left with my fabric, Carol mentioned that she had quite a bit of lace that she had collected over time and asked if I would be interested in looking at some. Naturally, I was very interested and accepted.

She led me through her house (an old Gatehouse) then up a stone spiral staircase until we reached the top room. There, was a cupboard full of linens and lace. As I looked through the cupboard and selected the ones I was interested in buying, we chatted about similar interests. I discovered that Carol sings and plays the harp. Carol is sometimes seen singing and playing the harp in Wells Market Place.

Carol Arblaster

As I left, Carol very kindly gave me a copy of her CD. Brendan Soul (a Celtic Companion). Her husband Paul writes the lyrics. Both my daughter and I have enjoyed listening to her music and beautiful voice. It is amazing how a simple trip to pick up something, turns in to a facsinating visit & a new friendship. More details on Carol and her music can be found here


Roses & Lilacs fabric and postcard which I bought from Carol


Lace & brooch also bought from Carol


Heart pendant & Embroidery found whilst browsing

in The Guard House Antique Centre in Wells.

A bientôt!

Isabelle x