Paper Hugs

 I've just caught the post by Vicki for Unstampabelles - the challenge is called 'All About Me'!  Well, instead of a portrait of me, I have opted for a silhouette of my younger sister, created for her at Luna Park when she was about 14.  I figure, in place of a photo of me, I couldn't get much closer than my only sister. I've created this card with an old world feel as this silhouette must be almost 60 years old.  I hope I haven't strayed too far from the requirements, but I loved the chance to use this picture again.  With a bit more time, I may be able to use the silhouette on a journal cover for her. My sister

Like so many around the world, we in Victoria have been experiencing long periods of lockdown, as our governments try to capture Covid-19 and keep us safe.  The restrictions have been harsh and long (over 200 days in total for us here so far and continuing) so it has been a saviour for me to rediscover an old skill, and learn some new ones. while I was unable to travel or see relatives or friends.  One of those past hobbies was crochet - very simple baby blankets or lap rugs.  I'm still doing fairly simple rugs, but have learned a few new patterns from youtube, so that they are more interesting to do.  Below are some of these rugs. These traditional blankets were made for my youngest grandchildren, who live in Queensland but love to be wrapped up and cosy - Lucy (pink) and Georgia (blue) .  Update:  I had forgotten that I posted these when finished - but hey - they are still part of this story. I loved using the 'cake' balls of yarn as there was very little joining to finis