At this very moment we are house sitting, to see whether Italy suits us. So far, the winter hasn’t been better than in Hungary. And as in every January I dream of sunny places elsewhere on earth, if it weren't for the variety of animals we may care for. Meanwhile, I embroider, whether we housesit … Continue reading New Year Newsletter
Beginning of 2026: Every single item must go through full customs processing Recent U.S. customs rule changes eliminated the long‑standing “de minimis” exemption, which used to allow goods under USD 800 to enter duty‑free. Starting 29 August 2025, all goods—no matter how low their value—require full customs processing and duties. Letters, documents, and personal correspondence … Continue reading Notice
I notice a warm feeling as I sit on the porch. It is a small space on a truck that my husband has transformed to a tiny-house-on-wheels. The feeling is about receiving praises from people who purchase my handwork. The experience of something new Having just bought myself a new backpack, I know the feeling. … Continue reading End of summer newsletter
Spring automatically means new pouches as the winter brought forth enough time to embroider. Full screen view
Hi (hopefully) happy folks, it happens to be the last day of this year and I wish you a blessed, fullfilled and beautiful new year. May the new year be in good, strong health, clear mind and filled with outdoor adventures and creativity. Here's the latest of me: 'The Desert Wrap', a most unusefull embroiderered … Continue reading The Desert Wrap
Krishnamurti Early mornings cold stone walls surround me while a fire picks up but always slower than I wish. An old barn is not easy to heat up and once it is, my quiet time is over. Slowly I start to learn to be less jumpy and over-active, something not natural to me. Read the … Continue reading Find your talent and stick to it
A short gathering of summer thoughts where Hungary and the Netherlands reign. Not opposing, rather complimenting. Both not ideal, together having a source of necessity.
The moments that you try not to be creative but when things just flow. The moments when all aligns and your hands work what the material presents you. That I call creativity, such a joyful event. A new pouch came about: Pag. Sometimes they just don’t come off the ground, the pouch in its present … Continue reading The blooming started…
This piece of fabric was long in my travel pouch and it went to quite a few places, from Székesfehérvár to Zagreb to Mostar. I think it looks good but the end result, a coaster, is not what I opted for.To be honest, knitting has me in its grip much more than embroidering nowadays. In … Continue reading Hollow Rock
How do you unwind after a demanding day? If I baked something I'll have that beside a tea and start either embroidering or knitting, depending on what is most pulling my attention. This is also the best start of a day, with cookies if I am out camping.
