110. Lifestyle // Sunday Summary

I hope you've all had a wonderful week and are making the most of this sunny bank holiday weekend. It looks like summer is almost here and, personally, I can't wait. 

This week I'm grateful for a lot of stuff as it's been a really lovely week and I'm feeling fantastic and very hopeful for the future.

1. Standing my ground and deciding that it's time to do what I want. 

2. Visiting the amazing Farfield Mill - read my post about it here. 

3. Watching a brilliant drag show with Becca - so much fun!

4. Managing not to gain weight despite eating lots of yummy (but unhealthy) grub.

5. Getting a gorgeous Green & Black's Easter egg from Shane. 

6. Catching up with my mum again today in a sunny beer garden.

7. An extra 2 days off work (thank God for Bank Holiday weekends!)

8. Making fun plans for the future with friends. 

9. Beginning, and so far enjoying, a great new book: Reconstructing Amelia.

10. Discovering the awesome Rhett & Link's YouTube channel - their raps & songs are amazing!

11. Having a hilarious Saturday night with Shane; watching YouTube videos, drinking wine & eating takeaways.

13. Finding adorable old photos in my mums photograph collection.

14. Chip shop chips in the garden on Friday afternoon with family.

My lovely friend Becca with the fabulous Dusty Heels ladies.

If you haven't already, please check out Rhett & Link's YouTube videos. They are awesome! My personal favourites are 'I am a thoughtful guy' and 'Epic Rap Battle: Nerd vs Geek' - hilarious!

Mmm, our Easter morning consisted of eating chocolate (as well as M&S chocolate hot cross buns - just wow) in bed.

The original hipster...

Next week I've got a very personal post coming, as well as a review of a couple of products I've been trying lately, and a tasty African recipe. I hope you all have a great week and I'll see you again soon.

109. Lifestyle // Farfield Mill, Sedbergh

I spent three wonderful days in Sedbergh, Cumbria, last weekend with my mum and sisters. My mum moved to Sedbergh, which borders the Lake District and the Western Yorkshire Dales, last year as her parents both live there and now - every time I get the chance! - I head over to see her. 

After travelling across on the Saturday afternoon, picking up my sister Fi who is home from university for the Easter break, we settled in for a tasty, home-cooked meal before a cheeky trip to the nearby Dalesman pub for a couple of drinks with family.

On the Sunday, we headed to The Bull Hotel for a meal with my grandma, aunt and uncle, before a trip to Lancaster to visit my granddad who has been very unwell recently. The evening was spent relaxing, watching television and drinking wine. 

Monday was our last day together so Mum decided that we should visit Farfield Mill, an arts and heritage centre, just a short drive from Sedbergh, England's 'Book town' (due to the numerous amount of bookshops there!) We had such a lovely time looking around all the exhibitions, so I thought I'd share some of my favourite photographs that I snapped during the day, along with some information about the artists. 

Farfield Mill is situated in a Victorian woollen mill and prides itself on being 'the leading venue for textile arts in the North West,' housing beautiful exhibitions, craft demonstrations and even a lovely cafe serving cakes, scones and hot drinks (as well as Sunday roasts where you can bring your own bottle of wine! This is definitely on my to-do list for next time I visit). 

The mill is split into four levels. The top floor features demonstrations and some beautiful pieces of art; the mill is open plan with exposed beams and lots of light. 

A sneak peek into one of the resident artists pottery workshops. Many of the artists have their own working studios within the mill. 

I loved this beautiful ceramic collection, created by Joan Hardie of Bitter Beck Pottery. 

These gorgeous paper cut lamps by Hannah Nunn really intrigued me. The intricate design was incredible and they were so atmospheric. 

The main exhibition running at Farfield Mill until April 21st is 'Felt through Contact' by Viltkontaktgroep, a group of Dutch feltmakers. There were some truly breath-taking pieces in the exhibition, which you can see below. 

I loved this colourful piece! It reminded me of The Woolly Pedlar's vibrant, upcycled garments.

This quirky statement piece, made from an old car tyre, really wowed my sisters and I. Such an inventive way to recycle old, 'useless' products. 

I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Farfield Mill. There is something for everyone; whether you're interested in the art, the beautiful setting, the history of the mill or just fancy a tasty cake (we had the caramel shortbread - delicious!), I'd definitely recommend giving it a visit if you're ever lucky enough to be in the area.

Have you visited Farfield Mill?

Which of the above pieces is your favourite?