On Monday we went to London, my first time since March 16th 2020, as the Soho Life Drawing classes are starting again in a couple of weeks (how is it September already?) and I wanted to see how I felt being back in the throng of it all, compared to my 1-new-person-a-fortnight interactions I currently … Continue reading Birds of Westminster, and should we feed our birds?
Introducing the Birds of the North West Highlands
I am very pleased with this one. I love the heathery palette and the mix of birds, and I am really hoping that it will bring another dimension to walking, hiking, fishing and stalking for those lucky enough to visit this beautiful part of Great Britain. There is a typo on one of the other … Continue reading Introducing the Birds of the North West Highlands
Scottish Birds
I've only been to Scotland once: I went to Inverness 25 years ago for my honeymoon, and remember being thankful for the fast-flowing cold water in August to soothe my swollen ankle which I had twisted badly the day before the wedding while trying to wear in my cream satin shoes. I'm more of a … Continue reading Scottish Birds
Isle of Wight Holiday
Here are a few snaps of my recent visit to the Isle of Wight to catch up with my family (9 of us plus 4 dogs) as well as take the birdwatching logbooks to various outlets. It's a beautiful part of the country, and the ferry ride always makes it feel slightly exotic. Naturally I … Continue reading Isle of Wight Holiday
Avocet Gallery & Tea Room
Last time I visited the Gallery I forgot to take any photos, so when I went this time to drop off the Birds of Rye Harbour I made sure to have some more cake, and to get my phone out for some snaps. I met Paul there, and took my son and his girlfriend too … Continue reading Avocet Gallery & Tea Room
Introducing the Birds of the Isle of Wight Birdwatching Logbook
This is a bit of an indulgence, but I am taking full advantage of my self-publishing power. We used to holiday on the Isle of Wight (Izzle of Wizzle as my children call it) with my parents, and 3 years ago they helpfully moved there so we now have a great excuse to visit the … Continue reading Introducing the Birds of the Isle of Wight Birdwatching Logbook
Introducing the Birds of Rye Harbour Birdwatching Logbook
This is a little different from the habitat logbooks, in that I have designed it to be primarily aimed at the day-tripper or staycationer who wants to add some value to their visit, and bond with the birdlife in this part of Sussex. Of course, regulars can enjoy it too, as there are the tables … Continue reading Introducing the Birds of Rye Harbour Birdwatching Logbook
Birds of Wilderness Wood
My logbooks are on sale at a fabulous working woodland in Hadlow Down near me, and I was chatting to one of the owners about the possibility of making a Birds of Wilderness Wood logbook to raise money, as they have 60 acres of stunning coppice, Christmas trees, and woodland to walk through and enjoy … Continue reading Birds of Wilderness Wood
Envelopes
I'm very partial to a bit of a stationery, and I saw a post on Shepherds London's Instagram showing some handmade envelopes using their beautiful papers. Well. Well. I didn't need much persuading as my logbooks look a bit naff in the brown card-backed jobbies so I thought I'd make some envelopes as a kind … Continue reading Envelopes
Two more books, and a Nightjar
I have finished my two "Birds of..." logbooks now, and have pinged them over to the proofreaders (my parents!) to be checked before printing. They have quite similar birds, the Isle of Wight and Rye Harbour both being south coast locations, and I found it more difficult to write the copy for the birds I've … Continue reading Two more books, and a Nightjar
