well bloggers here we are again, the latest update from the uk. today was filled with fun, demos, and of course lots of laughs. where to begin??? how about early in the morning at about 6:00am when people should still be sleeping? not us... we woke this morning to a blanket of white stuff - seriously? can winter be on it's way already? please??? nevertheless it's a calming sight and we had our wonderful breakfast by the fire before heading off to the NEC for the stitches trade show.
the day was spent demoing and sharing ideas with the wonderful shop owners and attendees of the show. i do love the uk!
of course the day was filled with comedy as our good friend dy from art from the heart has been spending the days with us. i just love being with her - makes you smile from the inside, such a genuine and loving friend. she (along with mario) have been there to make sure everything has gone perfectly from our workshops yesterday, to making sure our demos are all ready to go!
after a long day at the show, we headed out to the wing-wah which is the ultimate in chinese buffet. this place has become an annual tradition with our incredible uk distributors personal impressions. we've stopped here for the past 5 years to eat, drink, laugh, catching up, and the annual birthday person (of course it's usually not anyone's birthday at the time).
this year, claudine got the birthday nod as the wing-wah does it up right complete with ice sculptured swan, flaming sparkler, and piles of ice cream. everybody gets into the joke and celebrates with full honors.
jayne from PI is such a joy and her and we have the most laughs throughout the night over just about anything - i simply adore jayne!
our night ended with a drink from the bar with great friends and the perfect ending to a wonderful day in the uk.
so tomorrow bloggers, check back from some exciting details on my QVC-UK appearance - until then...t!m
It's great to see that you are spreading the word about crafting all over the world!
Posted by: Pat H | February 21, 2010 at 05:53 PM
What a blast you must be having! So jealous, wish I could be there too to enjoy all the laughs! Love the picture of you with your friend smooching on ya! Too fun!
Posted by: Julie H. | February 21, 2010 at 05:53 PM
You look to be having a fantastic time!
Posted by: Victoria Sturdevant | February 21, 2010 at 05:53 PM
Wow, sounds like a lot of fun!
Posted by: sandyh50 | February 21, 2010 at 05:53 PM
Spectacular pictures, so glad you sharedd
Posted by: Dawnll | February 21, 2010 at 05:54 PM
It looks like you are having a great time. How I wish I was in one of those workshops! :-)
Posted by: Merry S. | February 21, 2010 at 05:57 PM
Cool stuff! I can't wait to hear where you will be teaching here in the USA. Have fun!
Posted by: Christine S | February 21, 2010 at 05:58 PM
Thanks so much Tim for keeping us posted on all your doings from "across the pond"! I love technology!
Best wishes from Melle in FL
Posted by: Melle Broaderick | February 21, 2010 at 05:59 PM
beautiful snow, great food (favorite type of mine) and good friends. life is good
Posted by: Rhonda | February 21, 2010 at 06:01 PM
Snow in the highlands of AZ too tonight. It's been one of those winter weekends. Enjoy your time in the UK.
Posted by: Barbara Lemme | February 21, 2010 at 06:02 PM