I went to see my friend Jill at the Bead Merchant at the weekend for a beading masterclass.

I had a great time with lots of lovely beaders. Here’s what we were learning to make – Spring Bouquet

Here’s a close up of the lovely flowery bits

I had a great weekend. Jill offered to take me out for dinner on Saturday night, and we toured around North Essex through wonderful villages and beautiful countryside. We also saw a huge festival of Morris Dancers in one village – a surreal site that will stay with me for a very long time.

Just in case Bill Bailey is looking in, here’s the Corby Trouser Press that was in my room.