Good Morning Friday 24th July 2026

Good morning everyone from mid Essex, blue sky and sunshine this morning. I wonder if it will stay sunny, we’ve had a couple of cloudy days recently.

grandmattie that’s a lovely dress, I’ve always liked that style.

The gardener came again yesterday and attacked the back garden.it’s looking better, hoping he’ll be able to finish it next week. The garden waste bin is so full I can’t move it, and there’s a big builder’s bag also fairly full of dried out and dead weeds and other bits of plants that he’s pulled out. Not sure what will have survived the onslaught! I’ll go to the garden centre this morning to see what’s available to fill the space he’s cleared.

I felt quite ill yesterday, I’d had very little sleep and have a cold. I had a better night last night and so feel a bit brighter this morning.
DD2 and family will be home from Italy later this evening, I hope to see her over the weekend to hear about their holiday.

latedecember I like your new dress. Well done for finding a rug to cover the tiled floor.

Have the best day you can everyone, best wishes to all those who are struggling today.

Lovely dresses everyone.

Here’s the dress I bought from Roman the other day. Like GG13 I cannot sew. I get nervous threading a needle to sew a button on and it knows as even doing that I manage to put knots in the cotton whilst doing the task! I’m rubbish.

I do like dresses with a tiny dip at the back hem. It looks more flattering I think.

Good morning everyone from Inverness where it’s a dry bright start to the day
Good news that your DD can now get driving again glammagran, pleased for her and such a relief I expect.
Yesterday was really enjoyable with the DGC, they got on well together and we played lots of board games with surprisingly little screen time. Their dad picked them up mid afternoon and was quite friendly and chatty. Today I’m back to the gym, my usual routine of the gym, the riverside walk into town and the 4.30 bus home. I’ll stop for a coffee somewhere along the way.
Enjoy the busy family visit lulu! Lovely that they’re coming to stay 😀
Thinking of everyone with worries and struggles, hope today is gentle and take care all whatever the day brings 💐

Good morning from a bright Suffolk where sun is forecast later. Although I was planning to stay at home until the Latitude festival goers have arrived today,a friend has suggested we meet up for coffee this morning using a route she assures me is not closed off….we’ll see!

I don’t think we are forecast any real chance of rain this weekend but it is much needed and I fear a hosepipe ban must be on its way.

DGD3 was 16 yesterday and is excited she can now get a summer job which is all lined up at the restaurant where her big sister works during university vacations. Big sister is a calm mature person unlike DGD3 who loves a bit of drama so we hope the employer isn’t expecting DGD1’s double!

Hope all have a good day especially those with ill health and/ or worries.

God morning all from Glasgow, where it is 19°C , with cloudy skies.

What talented seamstresses we have here, the dress and top are lovely.
Although, nowhere in that league, I did manage to sort the singed surplice. I left in the sacristy, sparkling white and starched, because my friend will need it for today.
Pinned to it, is an embroidered label, which says: Handmade with love by Marydoll.
I used to do a lot of knitting and attached these labels to the garments

I got some shocking news last night from my close friend of over forty years, who lives across the road
She and her DH, who were due home yesterday, are still in Majorica. Her husband is in hospital, but they have no idea, what is wrong with him..
She is all alone there and doesn't, speak Spanish. Her husband always takes charge of everything, heaven knows how she will get on.
I am worried sick.

I wasn't well enough to do much yesterday, therefore some catching up is necessary.
DH was extremely difficult , his behaviour was quite erratic.
His bad mood was compounded by the arrival of his colonoscopy prep kit.
Eventually, I told him to man up., reminding him that I had one six months ago and just got on with it!
Unfortunately, he had a very unpleasant colonoscopy, experience when the children were small and has never forgotten it.
I explained that medicine has moved on, blood letting and leeches are no longer part of medical procedures.
As you may have guessed, DH is an awful patient and I am gradually losing patience, with this patient.😉
It is blooming hard work!

I am off to look up that dress, Latedecember.

Wishing you all a pleasant day and as always, best wishes to all, who are struggling.

Morning from cloudy S Hants, sadly not rain clouds.
Pretty dress Gmattie I like the material, lots of talented people on this thread.
Tesco delivery later, possibly pub visit tonight.
Have a decent day all.
🦩 🦩

Good morning and it’s going to be another warm one. I’ve enjoyed the few cooler mornings and evenings this last week.

I met my friend for lunch yesterday which turned into quite a long one and I arrived back home at teatime. She gave me a bag full of birthday presents - all very lovely. Good job I had my trusty trolly to carry them home.

Today I’ve already had two offers of a lift to our usual country pub. Friends are so kind but I’m not sure we’ll go. Dh won’t be keen and I waver between ‘encouraging’ him and leaving him in peace. He’s not happy when we’re there and brings the jolly-ness down a bit. I might go on my own, we’ll see!

I must do some housework this morning. Things are looking dusty and neglected. My energy levels in this heat are minimal and I find it easy to say ‘manyana’. Roll on Autumn with cool refreshing air to revive us.🙏.

Hope you’re feeling better today Redcar and all the other grans suffering one way or another. 🌺

Good morning from Stockport, it seems cooler but I don’t know if it is sunny as I haven’t looked out yet.
My GD and her partner departed for their new home last evening, I am happy for them but a little sad for myself, I shall miss her.
I too like Roman clothes although a few have been sent back as their sizing can be variable.
My friend was wearing a beautiful floral patterned dress from them when we went out last week, it was so pretty and fitted really well.
I hope you all have a good Friday.

Usedtobeblonde it’s a bittersweet time for you.

Your darling GD is beginning the next step in her life, they must be so excited.

For you, your home will be quieter, and you will miss her dearly. I know you are happy for them both, focus on that 🌸

I think Roman sizing is generous uttb!
I haven’t been able to squish into a size 14 since my 40’s so I feel like wearing this new dress with the size label showing ha!

I hope your friend in Majorca gets some reassuring news to share soon Marydoll such a worry for all concerned.

And Gingster I feel for your once very sporty and active husband so much. His life has been upended. Yours impacted too of course. You are so thoughtful of others. And you manage to stay upbeat and still ‘Keep Cslm and Carry On’. I really do admire your attitude to all that life has thrown at you. Selling your cottage by the sea was a body blow yet you accepted the need with good grace.
I suppose what cannot be changed has to be accepted and endured but you are an inspiration. x

Good morning all from the Scottish Borders where it's starting cool but will heat up later.

I'm still waiting for the painkillers to work as I sit against an icepack. I'm so fed up with this sciatica.

I said I would do my volunteer shift at the café till this morning. I should manage.

Some expert seamstresses on here? Lovely Summer clothes. I watched the Sewing Bee. Does that count?

A surveyor is coming this afternoon on behalf of the purchasers of my house to lo

Pressed too soon.
To check for damp and woodworm.

My DGD are also coming to play here which will be lovely.

Have a good day everyone.

Good morning from the East coast. It’s sunny but chilly this morning.
I love the pictures of all your dresses. I love shift dresses and the material you’ve used is gorgeous Grandmattie
My sewing skills are very limited too so I’d never be able to make my own dress.

Today we are visiting my uncle today who is going to be discharged from hospital this morning. They can’t find anything wrong with him after two weeks and lots of tests and scans. They’ve agreed he’s on a steady decline. So he’ll go back to his assisted living with extra social care to support his carers. I need to buy him shopping that complies with a level 6 soft and bite sized diet. He will need to be fed now as his swallowing is compromised. It’s just a matter of time now it’s up to him.

Hoping you all have a good day with a few moments of joy🌼

Good morning from Durham. Cool, cloudy and breezy again here. I’ve had a poor night with acid reflux and I’m not in any hurry to do much. I am, however, fired up to tackle my loft. I’ll get a few more items down myself today, but need DD1 and her DH to manhandle the big stuff, so they’re ‘booked’ for next weekend. . I need a bit of Tesco shopping later, but really feel I need a quiet day.

Best wishes to all. X

Don`t give up if you sew, if the neck feels tight at the front, it is more than likely that the shoulder needs to come forward and many of us developed a high rounded back. I am showing the two alterations I make, which results in tops and dresses fitting well on the neck area. +1/4" at the neck and +1/2" at the back with a pivot at the armcye (arm seam}. I cut the front shoulder forward by a 1/4" ie take it off at the armcye stitching line, so it evens out

Good morning everyone from another bright and sunny 🌞 Northampton day.

Spent yesterday morning cleaning my oven - must have been at least a year since last time....#sluttishgran. It is now sparkling, but I am aching as had to get down on my hands and knees to do the door. The oven floor is easy as I have an oven liner there and it just needs a wash in the sink. Hate doing the shelves.

After lunch decided to go and sit in the garden in the shade of the pergola, but it's quite depressing as the garden looks terrible after this long dry spell.
My gardener is coming again this afternoon to do a bit more tidying and then I hope to have him come regularly to maintain it.

Some lovely dresses on here this morning. My favourite style is from FatFace - I think the style is what you would call skater, or swing. They have a nice flare to them, and most importantly have pockets! A new one in a different fabric comes out every season and I think I must have 7 or 8 of them! It is a dress I can just pick up off the rail and buy without trying on as I know that it will fit. The style is called Simone.
Will try and put a photo on.

My cat is still being picky and eating very little, and now the other one is following suit and coming out in support of her sister! I am thinking it might be the weather.

No real cooking tonight as I have one of my batch-cooked curries thawing in the fridge and just need to do some rice to go with it.

Wishing all a pleasant day.

What kind words you have sent me Fgt. Thankyou , they really gave me a lift. 💓.
We all have our trials to bear as you , more than some, well know. Take each day as it comes and go with the flow is my motto.
Thanks again 🙏

Good morning from a sunny NE with an expected high of 21°.
Yesterday was a day spent on the sofa with my book, heartburn is bad at present.
Today I am going out to lunch with my friend, she is off to France tomorrow for several weeks.
Have a good day everyone.

I love redding your dressmaking posts karma even though I don’t understand a bluddy word! It’s like you are speaking Klingon 😁

Good morning from sunny Berkshire in my DDs’ nice flat. Good journey down from the north yesterday apart from leaning against a wall on the underground and getting stuck to chewing gum someone had stuck to it😨
One of my best linen jackets and the only one I have brought with me.

Flying DD came back later from Bologna. We had something to eat and some blackberries from my garden which seems rather early?

Some royal horses have just gone by my window, always nice to see them and we are going into Oxfordshire to have lunch and visit the idyllic village where I spent my holidays with my aunt and godmother, the best days of my childhood.

Nice frocks today and thoughts to Gingster and all.

Good morning, Michael12 and all!

It's my day off today, so I'm at my favourite cafe scoffing pancakes, bacon and maple syrup, washed down with a huge glass of strawberry milkshake ......with cream and a straw!

Later on I'll be watching Mildred Pierce, from 1945. Starring Joan Crawford.

See you all later.

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Hopefully here are two of my Simone dresses!