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Hi, Welcome to my Blog. I'm an eclectic kind of crafter delving into many pots. I am just about managing to keep up my Scrapbooking Diary (usually about 6 months behind), plus any cards as required. I have a new found love of watercolour and Bible Journaling plus recently Junk Journaling too. Previously I've also dabbled in ATCs, Tags, Altered Books, Mixed Media, Art Journaling, Décopatch, Knitting, Crochet, and Embroidery amongst other things. I live in Surrey, UK with my husband, our son has left home now. For exercise I usually play Badminton and go Ballroom and Latin Dancing, but am plagued by a bad back. I like walking which I couple with Geocaching and sometimes Bouncing on my Rebounder (mini trampoline). I guess I am officially retired now. I am a born again Christian, currently worshiping at my local Vineyard Church.

Wednesday 3 November 2021

WOYWW#648 - November Dawns

Hi Guys, I think October was a bit of a wash out for me post operatively. Weeks 3 and 4 post-op were quite traumatic. If you want to see my wound progression over 5 weeks have a look at my post from last week HERE.


I have managed to get some crafting done since last week so here I am back to show you all.

First my desk with the last page from April 2021. Was getting a bit bored with my same old 4 photo layouts so Googled some sketches and one is on my desk.

My favourite one was this one though, worked out really well methinks.

Previous to that were, chair to bench upcycling and setting a few geocaches in the local woods.

And of course my pond planting and prodding.

Scar is really sore and hypersensitive so I made up a book of different fabrics to stroke it with. Desk is a Hand Gym as I'm seeing a Hand Therapist trying to get my movement back. I can sew again without my hand going numb though which is most definitely a plus.

Wrist is really sore today as I probably did a bit too much yesterday as I'm back to driving at last. Typing is difficult so I'll stop here.


Happy WOYWW Everyone.

9 comments:

Lunch Lady Jan said...

The layouts are fun and it’s always worth checking out new ways of doing things. Glad your wrist is on the mend, you’ll soon be back to normal!
Hugs LLJ 5 xx

Diana Taylor said...

I'm so sorry you've been having such trouble with your hand - it sounds awful. My hand was painful but I had ultrasound treatment for several weeks afterwards which helped tremendously. I also rubbed Bio oil on it daily and I think that helped the skin a lot. I'm glad you are able to craft a bit now, and the pages you've done are great - I like the new design.
Hope you have good week,
Diana xx #9

Christine said...

I like the new design . . . uses lots more photos.
Take care of your hand, rest is good.
Have a restful week
Christine #19

Shoshi said...

Well done with your layouts, BJ, and I'm so sorry to hear how much you are suffering with your hand. I left a comment on your other blog post, and I do wish you well with your recovery.

Thank you for visiting, and leaving such a lovely commennt about my recent efforts with the cards. I had such fun making them!

Take care of yourself, and happy WOWYW,
Shoshi x #18

Helen said...

Well done on getting some layouts done - they look fab! I do hope your hand feels better soon, I have been following it on FB! Hope you have a good week. Helen #3

Caro said...

I have been watching your trauma on Facebook - glad that the carpel tunnel aspect is better, but really hope the rest heals properly etc. Happy WOYWW. Take care and stay safe, With love & God bless, Caro xxx (#16)

Felix the Crafty Cat said...

I can see the wound looks tight but it is making good progress and healing well which is good. Pleased you've managed some crafting too. Wishing you a very happy and creative woyww, hugs Angela x17x

Sarah Brennan said...

So glad to see that you are managing some crafting again BJ. I have been following your journey on FB and you have come a long way with the hand already so don't get disheartened. Thanks for the visit. Stay safe and Happy WOYWW. Sarah #4

Crafting With Jack said...

I looked at your last post with interest as my daughter is supposed to be having both hands done. She has to have some tests first, no date for that as yet. Glad you are starting to heal and get back to normal. Take it easy Angela #14