August was the month I finally got away for a holiday. I was so excited to have an entire week in Leeds with my sister for two reasons. Firstly, she is awesome (she didn’t pay me to say that, she really is). Secondly, my sister made me an Aunty this year! Since the arrival of my nephew I had only managed to snatch the odd day here and there with him, so the prospect of 7 days was very exciting. So, I headed off to Leeds with my Sewing Machine (in it’s new padded/spotty bag) and a smile!

The week was fantastic. We managed to fit in a lot, Pramtastic, walks, shopping and baby club. However, the most anticipated outing was lunch at Rivers Meet. My sis had told me of this magical place where her friends meet, drink tea and eat cake whilst surrounded by lots of crafting goodness!

Rivers Meet did not disappoint. As soon as we walked through the door we were greeted by a lovely lady spinning.  She must have noticed my eagerness as she immediately jumped out of her seat and welcomed me to have a go. It was a lot harder than it looked. Getting the rhythm just right on the foot peddle whilst feeding the wool at the same time required gentleness and precision. Check out my ball of wool in varying thickness.

After having a spin we sat and ate lunch. Whilst my nephew had a little nap I took the opportunity to explore the rest of the building. The front room was a very creative space geared up for various workshops of which I would certainly attend if I lived locally.  There is also a little shop with fabrics, buttons and felting kits. I couldn’t resist this elephant print fabric. I am not sure what I will make with it yet but I am sure it will appear in my nephew’s room soon.

I am now counting down the weeks to my next holiday and this time I will have three reasons to be excited, my sister, my nephew and Rivers Meet!