Back in London and at least there was a nice package with my latest delivery of The Sampler waiting for me- to ease me back gently to London life and work.

I love getting the sampler- you never know what's going to be in it and it's always a bit of a gamble, but this is definitely my favourite so far. I received; cards, a purse, a handbag mirror, buttons, badges, a magazine, bath goodies, craft kits, a felt gnome (!) and some lovely jewellery. One pair of earrings are from Linda Trent, and as well as being beautiful, came in the most wonderful little tin- a real treat.

My first task when home was to head off to the bead shop to get my copy of Beadwork Magazine as mentioned in my last blog and it was great to see Lynn's project.

Now I just need to settle back in and get back to work- and some serious beading!