This was also my first time visiting Lumley Castle, on the way there we had a lovely country drive.
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The Staiths Cafe
I’ve taken the day off work to do some Christmas shopping (don’t tell the boss). I promised Travelling Ava that she could come with me
Travelling Ava at Haven Point
Travelling Ava has just returned from Brisbane in Australia. She had a quick rest before joining me at Haven Point in South Shields for the annual Christmas Fair last weekend.
Travelling Ava visits The Word
Travelling Ava was really excited for this adventure, apparently she is a big fan of Sir Ridley Scott and wanted to see the new exhibition.
The Beginning of a Grand Adventure
Travelling Ava has just returned from a grand adventure. This adventure started with a very early coach trip to Southampton.
Travelling Ava goes to Matfen Hall
Travelling Ava has finally had her first official adventure. She has just returned from her first adventure to Matfen Hall.
Travelling Ava – adventurer and urban explorer… and a doll
Now that Ava has her explorer outfit she needs to go on an adventure.
Designing a Dress for Ava
I want to make Ava a 1920’s inspired dress, she is a classy lady and I imagine she will get invited to a lot of fancy parties.
Adventures needs to start somewhere
For a little while now I’ve had an idea stuck in my head. I want to design my own crochet doll, not just any doll, but the doll I have lodged in my imagination waiting to take shape.
Doll Designing
Find out more about designing crochet dolls at Travelling Ava and Co. Sam Osmond is a UK crochet designer, designing crochet patterns for dolls and magical creatures
