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    The little giraffe named Gilbert

    30th December 2011 /

    I would like to introduce you to Gilbert the Giraffe. Originally made to cheer up a friend, I’ve spent the last day remaking & rewriting down the pattern so that I can share it with you.

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Rumana @thelittlepomegranate

I’m a passionate crafter, part-time junior doctor and full-time mum. Thank you for visiting my little corner of the world. I hope you find something you enjoy and maybe even some inspiration to get crafting!

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As much as I’d like to pretend I’m all dressed up all the time, we all know that’s not true! I thought it might be nice to see the Rumana coat dressed down a bit too (and also because this is what I look like on most days where I’m not at work!) Personally I think I look just as glam on my nursery run clothes 😉Plus there is something SO lovely about that swishy long length. Honestly it was the thing that I wasn’t sure about with this pattern (being a small 5’2”) but it makes me feel so fancy 💁🏾‍♀️ Plus the lining just slides across your legs so you don’t get caught up in it when you’re walking. You can see I haven’t done any buttons on this one- mainly because I couldn’t decide on which ones and now because I’m scared of ruining it. I have made a belt but I prefer it without. What do you think? Should I add the buttons? It’s a bit loose overall so won’t give a cinched effect of other Rumana coats you might have seen. But then how practical is an open coat in winter (it’s been ok so far, but annoying when it’s windy!) #TheLittlePomegranate #TheRumanaCoat
What a dreamy morning learning bargello with @thebargelloedit I booked it for myself during my with stress in December to give me something to look forward to in the new year! I loved it 🧡 It has really made me nostalgic about workshops and classes though. I’ve only been attending things like that for the past few years, mainly doing my learning before that via YouTube/the internet. But I’ve come to realise that nothing quite beats having someone teach you! And you also get to meet new people. I think I’ve always been too shy to attend things on my own but once you go you always find someone to chat to! Plus it’s such a nice way to dive into something completely new. Do you like to attend workshops? Or a bit shy like me? Let me know if there’s any i have to check out! And yes, if anyone is keeping tabs, here’s yet another couch craft too add to my collection 😍 #TheBargelloEdit #CouchCraft #TheLittlePomegranate
This year I feel like I’m going to a notebook person 📖 At work I get through quite a few notebooks but I’m one of those people who hoards my ‘nice’ ones. Worse than that, I have a collection of pretty ones which I have used for around 10 pages and then leave empty because I stopped using it for it’s purpose- like a travel diary or revision book. How do you deal with things like that? Just turn the page and start afresh and use it for something new? This makes more sense than my method of just leaving it unloved and unfilled on a shelf 😂 but I just can’t bring myself to do it?? I need to stop being so precious about it! But I really feel like my brain just needs to dump it’s thoughts on paper so I’m gonna do it... maybe... Btw I had high hopes for this morning. Woke up and got my workout done at 7:30 and then planned to get some blog admin done. See if I could dust those cobwebs off! And then I lost my blog 🤦🏾‍♀️ can’t access it, can’t edit it- it’s somewhere in the internet but I can’t see it and nor can you! Whoops. Soo yeah. How’s your morning going? #TheLittlePomegranate
There’s been so many lovely reflections on the past year and what lays ahead. From a personal point of view 2021 has a giant red question mark on top of it and I have no idea or plans for how it will turn out. Sorry if you were expecting me to be that person with a million resolutions 😂 but it’s kinda exciting to not know how the next few months will unfold, if a little stressful!? In a material way 2020 was not the most productive year, but I’ve taken my crafting back to basics: doing it for myself, to help me relax and unwind with everything going on. I’ve actually surprised myself by enjoying my slow projects and yeah, I’m amazed that I’ve become an even slower sewer 😂 but there’s no shame in that! 2020 was the year to just make through in one piece and I hope you’ve all managed that. And as I said in my stories the other day: I’m trying not to mourn a year ‘’lost” but look forward and appreciate that every second that past has brought us to this moment now. And this moment is full of hope ❤️ Hope you’ve had a restful start to 2021. Did you do anything special? I was alone on the sofa (husband on night shifts) knitting and watching Graham Norton 😂 ie the perfect NYE. Outfit: made in the summer with fabric gifted from @rainbowfabrickilburn (no obligation to post) Skirt: self drafted midi skirt Too: hacked Nora top @tillybuttons with gathered sleeves. #SewingNora #TheLittlePomegranate
#Ad @ClarinsUK 💄Confession time: this is the first time in years that I've posted a photo of me without foundation! I know, how silly is that? I'm always on my stories without makeup but I don't know why I just always put it on for photos. The past few years my skin has changed a lot (thanks, 30s!), so I've had to rethink all my makeup and skin care. 2020 has been the year for me to really step back and just feel comfortable in my skin. If you're feeling a bit stuck with your makeup/skincare you can always chat to one of the Clarins beauty coaches to help you find the products that suit you? I learnt so much from attending the free Virtual Event a couple of weeks ago. Even though we're wearing masks all the time, I can't let go of my lip colour. But I also don't have the energy for full on lipsticks/glosses! My friend told me about the lip perfectors by Clarins and they're so comfy to wear. I really recommend them if you just want a little colour without the faff. Swipe across to see all the swatches! (The water lip stain is also a new favourite!) #clarinsvirtualboutique
Another delve into my little essentials sewing box for you! Small scissors! I honestly would be lost without these by my side. Swipe across to see my mini scissors: embroidery scissors, thread snips and my smallest ones of all 😂 [Snips were gifted with no obligation to share] Cost: very much depends on budget. You can get them from £6 all the way up to £30-40 What do I use them for/why do I love them? ✂️ small and nifty they fit in my sewing tin ✂️ perfect to sit next to you at the machine to snip off little threads as you sew ✂️ great for when I’m sitting on the sofa hand sewing/knitting ✂️ can get into those little nooks ✂️ lightweight in the hand ✂️snips are super sharp and most are spring loaded so they’re even easier to use Do you have an ever-growing collections of scissors? Or is it just me! I’m planning to get some duck-billed ones next I think! ✂️no.1 are embroidery snips, like stork scissors/fine work scissors ✂️no.2: thread snips gifted from @ldh_scissors If you swipe you’ll see I’ve done a little video on how I hold the snips (filmed using in my left hand but I’m right handed) ✂️no 3: my beloved shears necklace bought from @alexmonroejewellery many years ago 😍Finally got to a point with the toddler where I can wear these again! it needs a polish but gorgeous as ever #TheLittlePomegranate

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As much as I’d like to pretend I’m all dressed up all the time, we all know that’s not true! I thought it might be nice to see the Rumana coat dressed down a bit too (and also because this is what I look like on most days where I’m not at work!) Personally I think I look just as glam on my nursery run clothes 😉Plus there is something SO lovely about that swishy long length. Honestly it was the thing that I wasn’t sure about with this pattern (being a small 5’2”) but it makes me feel so fancy 💁🏾‍♀️ Plus the lining just slides across your legs so you don’t get caught up in it when you’re walking. You can see I haven’t done any buttons on this one- mainly because I couldn’t decide on which ones and now because I’m scared of ruining it. I have made a belt but I prefer it without. What do you think? Should I add the buttons? It’s a bit loose overall so won’t give a cinched effect of other Rumana coats you might have seen. But then how practical is an open coat in winter (it’s been ok so far, but annoying when it’s windy!) #TheLittlePomegranate #TheRumanaCoat
What a dreamy morning learning bargello with @thebargelloedit I booked it for myself during my with stress in December to give me something to look forward to in the new year! I loved it 🧡 It has really made me nostalgic about workshops and classes though. I’ve only been attending things like that for the past few years, mainly doing my learning before that via YouTube/the internet. But I’ve come to realise that nothing quite beats having someone teach you! And you also get to meet new people. I think I’ve always been too shy to attend things on my own but once you go you always find someone to chat to! Plus it’s such a nice way to dive into something completely new. Do you like to attend workshops? Or a bit shy like me? Let me know if there’s any i have to check out! And yes, if anyone is keeping tabs, here’s yet another couch craft too add to my collection 😍 #TheBargelloEdit #CouchCraft #TheLittlePomegranate
This year I feel like I’m going to a notebook person 📖 At work I get through quite a few notebooks but I’m one of those people who hoards my ‘nice’ ones. Worse than that, I have a collection of pretty ones which I have used for around 10 pages and then leave empty because I stopped using it for it’s purpose- like a travel diary or revision book. How do you deal with things like that? Just turn the page and start afresh and use it for something new? This makes more sense than my method of just leaving it unloved and unfilled on a shelf 😂 but I just can’t bring myself to do it?? I need to stop being so precious about it! But I really feel like my brain just needs to dump it’s thoughts on paper so I’m gonna do it... maybe... Btw I had high hopes for this morning. Woke up and got my workout done at 7:30 and then planned to get some blog admin done. See if I could dust those cobwebs off! And then I lost my blog 🤦🏾‍♀️ can’t access it, can’t edit it- it’s somewhere in the internet but I can’t see it and nor can you! Whoops. Soo yeah. How’s your morning going? #TheLittlePomegranate
There’s been so many lovely reflections on the past year and what lays ahead. From a personal point of view 2021 has a giant red question mark on top of it and I have no idea or plans for how it will turn out. Sorry if you were expecting me to be that person with a million resolutions 😂 but it’s kinda exciting to not know how the next few months will unfold, if a little stressful!? In a material way 2020 was not the most productive year, but I’ve taken my crafting back to basics: doing it for myself, to help me relax and unwind with everything going on. I’ve actually surprised myself by enjoying my slow projects and yeah, I’m amazed that I’ve become an even slower sewer 😂 but there’s no shame in that! 2020 was the year to just make through in one piece and I hope you’ve all managed that. And as I said in my stories the other day: I’m trying not to mourn a year ‘’lost” but look forward and appreciate that every second that past has brought us to this moment now. And this moment is full of hope ❤️ Hope you’ve had a restful start to 2021. Did you do anything special? I was alone on the sofa (husband on night shifts) knitting and watching Graham Norton 😂 ie the perfect NYE. Outfit: made in the summer with fabric gifted from @rainbowfabrickilburn (no obligation to post) Skirt: self drafted midi skirt Too: hacked Nora top @tillybuttons with gathered sleeves. #SewingNora #TheLittlePomegranate
#Ad @ClarinsUK 💄Confession time: this is the first time in years that I've posted a photo of me without foundation! I know, how silly is that? I'm always on my stories without makeup but I don't know why I just always put it on for photos. The past few years my skin has changed a lot (thanks, 30s!), so I've had to rethink all my makeup and skin care. 2020 has been the year for me to really step back and just feel comfortable in my skin. If you're feeling a bit stuck with your makeup/skincare you can always chat to one of the Clarins beauty coaches to help you find the products that suit you? I learnt so much from attending the free Virtual Event a couple of weeks ago. Even though we're wearing masks all the time, I can't let go of my lip colour. But I also don't have the energy for full on lipsticks/glosses! My friend told me about the lip perfectors by Clarins and they're so comfy to wear. I really recommend them if you just want a little colour without the faff. Swipe across to see all the swatches! (The water lip stain is also a new favourite!) #clarinsvirtualboutique
Another delve into my little essentials sewing box for you! Small scissors! I honestly would be lost without these by my side. Swipe across to see my mini scissors: embroidery scissors, thread snips and my smallest ones of all 😂 [Snips were gifted with no obligation to share] Cost: very much depends on budget. You can get them from £6 all the way up to £30-40 What do I use them for/why do I love them? ✂️ small and nifty they fit in my sewing tin ✂️ perfect to sit next to you at the machine to snip off little threads as you sew ✂️ great for when I’m sitting on the sofa hand sewing/knitting ✂️ can get into those little nooks ✂️ lightweight in the hand ✂️snips are super sharp and most are spring loaded so they’re even easier to use Do you have an ever-growing collections of scissors? Or is it just me! I’m planning to get some duck-billed ones next I think! ✂️no.1 are embroidery snips, like stork scissors/fine work scissors ✂️no.2: thread snips gifted from @ldh_scissors If you swipe you’ll see I’ve done a little video on how I hold the snips (filmed using in my left hand but I’m right handed) ✂️no 3: my beloved shears necklace bought from @alexmonroejewellery many years ago 😍Finally got to a point with the toddler where I can wear these again! it needs a polish but gorgeous as ever #TheLittlePomegranate

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