Category Archives: Personal

Support Volunteer Champions

Posted on May 24, 2013 by

Today I’m writing about something a little different on the blog, but I hope you will all find it interesting and perhaps inspiring. The UK volunteering and learning charity CSV are currently celebrating the work of volunteers past and present across … Continue reading →

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My Migraine Month – April

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

Not my usual crafty post today I’m afraid folks. The last month has been utterly rubbish. Being a chronic migraine sufferer, I rarely have a day without intense pain or mental and physical exhaustion and as much as I enjoy … Continue reading →

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Instalife: Bring on Spring

Posted on April 29, 2013 by

I haven’t posted an Instalife update for a while, so I thought with the change of season it was about time. Here’s a little bit of what I’ve managed to get up to during a month of horrendous migraines! Quentin … Continue reading →

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Ask Me Anything: The Answers (Part II)

Posted on April 19, 2013 by

Happy Friday! I’d like to extend a special welcome to my new followers who have joined us following my Crafty Giveaway. Last week I challenged you to Ask Me Anything. Part I was great fun to write, so today I am sharing … Continue reading →

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Ask Me Anything – The Answers (Part I)

Posted on April 12, 2013 by

Earlier this week, I gave my followers the opportunity to Ask Me Anything. Thank you for not leaving me here talking to myself and for asking super questions! I am posting Part I of the answers today, with Part II … Continue reading →

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Ask Me Anything

Posted on April 10, 2013 by

This week I want to try something a little different and invite you, my lovely followers, to quiz me on anything you want. Is there anything you’ve been wondering or wanting to ask me? I share a few fun facts … Continue reading →

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Through The Letterbox

Posted on April 3, 2013 by

It’s no secret I’m a big post fan. In my previous posts about post(!) I discovered I’m not alone and that many others find joy in receiving something through the letterbox. Whilst having a declutter recently, I found years and … Continue reading →

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Sad News

Posted on March 27, 2013 by

This week has been really sad. I pondered over whether to share this post as it’s rather personal and was difficult to write, but I felt I needed to. My Nan passed away quite suddenly on Wednesday leaving behind a … Continue reading →

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Claireabellemakes is back online

Posted on March 17, 2013 by

     Thanks for bearing with me during my short hiatus and for all your lovely messages. I’ve decided I’m going to be taking it slowly now as I’m still not 100% and feel pretty exhausted. The rest was much … Continue reading →

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Going Offline

Posted on March 8, 2013 by

Some of you will know that I’ve been struggling with migraines again, so I’ve decided to take a break from being online to really rest up. Hopefully it wont be too long. I will however, be hosting a giveaway towards … Continue reading →

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