Hello everyone and welcome to my first Family Comforts Newsletter!

I can’t begin to tell you how excited I am to be sending out this very first newsletter in line with the launch of this brand new website. A big thank you to everyone who has already subscribed. I promise not to bombard your inbox with countless emails—just a monthly letter to keep you updated on what I’ve been up to. However, I must confess there may be the odd extra one, especially if I have some exciting news to share!

If you’re new to Family Comforts and would like to learn more about my story and how it all began, you can click on  Our Story here.

In these newsletters, I’ll be talking about all things crafty—from sewing and quilting to knitting, embroidery, and designing new projects. I’ll also share my favourite tools, books I’m enjoying, and even the odd recipe! This won’t be just a sewing newsletter—it’s about the full lifestyle of a crafter.

As many of you know, my husband Andy, Gordon Bear, and I love nothing more than travelling in our campervan, so you can follow along as we explore the UK and Europe, combining travel with work.

Last month, we travelled the length of France in our trusty campervan, Morrison. It was such a joy to see the colours change to rich autumnal shades—burgundies, burnt oranges, and deep greens—reflected in both t