WOYWW 636 - A Lot To Show, but none of it is recent!

Good morning from a slightly drizzly Pembrokeshire.  Since coming back from our weekend in Oxfordshire/Warwickshire (EV Festival at the National Motor Museum on Saturday, followed by shopping in Leamington Spa - found the CraftWorks shop! - and visiting my mum in Banbury a couple of times), I have amazingly been sleeping for at least 8 hours per night.  Thought it was just from being tired from the travelling, but now I am thinking it is because we are keeping Milky the Cat out of the bedroom (she still has an occasional flea on her).  Usually she climbs around on me in the night and wakes me up constantly.  Perhaps my sleep issues were that simple?!  

The main reason for being here on this Wednesday (What is On Your Workdesk Wednesday) is to share my crafty space.  If you would like to join in, click HERE.

Crafting - I have done nothing since last week.  The piles of new crafty stash have grown, with another delivery from Create & Craft (some scissors and photo corners, which I ordered a while ago).  I will do an unboxing video of it all either today or tomorrow, and then add a link on here.  Here are the piles - plus the bag of goodies from CraftWorks (they had a job vacancy for an Assistant Manager - I would love to work in there!), some of which is presents for grandchildren.  (The jigsaw is the one passed onto me via Cindy.)

These are the cards we made at my last craft workshop - lots of inky/embossing fun (the glorious dark blue is the new Distress Ink, Prize Ribbon).

I will be back to my scrapbooking class on Friday morning, and then another craft workshop on Sunday (with alcohol inks this time).

Finishing off the Ikea Kallax started yesterday evening - and I got half of one of the pegboard inserts done.  Only another 3 to go!

I am not going to promise anything for next week, but hoping that the end wall of my craft room will be finished, all the new stash played with and put away, and the jigsaw started.  However, life is very busy with the last rush to get the rental house renovation finished before the end of the month.  We have ordered the kitchen/worktop/flooring for delivery next week (thank you to Howdens for their exceptional service).  Carpets were measured up for yesterday and paid for, and most will be fitted in 2 weeks time (our fantastic local branch of Carpetright saved the day).  New front door ordered.  The builders and electricians have been there full-time and got a lot done.  Unfortunately, not all will be complete before my stepdaughter needs to move in (stair carpet not arriving until September, plus gas meter needs to be moved outside), but we are still really proud of our progress considering all the delays getting the keys.  If anyone in West Wales needs an incredible builder, then Mark Roberts is your man (he organised the renovation of the Farmhouse and also the Cottage at the farm).  We also have a lot going on with our farm business, so time in my craft room is mainly taken up with work on the computer.

Health update - I do have arthritis in my feet.  I have stretching and foot strengthening exercises to do every day, plus going back to have orthotics fitted soon.  I have to wear either trainers or walking boots (even in the house - I have some house trainers), or my walking sandals in really hot weather.  

One last thing - we are selling Mr T, our campervan.  Would really appreciate it if you could share my blog post on your social media.  We were told that campervans were selling really fast, but I think we have missed the main rush.  He is better equipped than most vans of his size, and will be fantastic for anyone who tours in the winter.  Here is the BLOG POST.

Keep Crafting!

Ali x

Click HERE to go to my Unboxing video.

Mr T - our fantastic camper van - is for sale *UPDATE - HE HAS GONE TO HIS NEW HOME*

SOLD - GONE TO A LOVELY NEW HOME CLOSE TO US, SO WE CAN VISIT!

We bought 'Mr T' when he was new - back in December 2014.  Ford Transit Custom LWB, High Top in a very stylish Midnight Grey.  In early 2015 Poppit Campers did a full conversion into a very high spec campervan.  Mr T should also be called the Tardis !!

Whether you are a cyclist or triathlete looking for a vehicle for training trips or events, a dog owner who goes to agility/obedience/dog shows, someone who loves to walk out in the countryside or tour in all weathers, then Mr T would be perfect for you.

Fully winterised - with hot water, heating, heated front seats, hob and grill for hot food.

Equally suitable for hot weather - with the ability to keep the interior temperature steady.  You get a better night's sleep, and any dogs onboard are also kept comfortable.

There is a solar panel on the roof, which is sufficient power on most days, but you can also plug into electric on a campsite.

There is a fridge with small freezer compartment and a sink.

The rear wetroom has a shower (which can be used outside as well), basin and toilet, plus large wardrobe area (which stays warm in the winter as the gas water heater is located there).  It is a great place to have a tub for all your wet/dirty clothes, towels etc.  There are double rear doors, so easy access without going through the main van area.  Pull out the shower and wash down your dogs!

Lots of other storage cupboards, including a large area above the cab.

There are 2 seats up front (both heated - and the passenger one swivels to face the rear), plus an additional folding/removable seat behind (with seatbelt).  There is a table that fits between the front passenger seat and the rear seat, which is a lovely place to sit and dine (with one of the sliding side doors open in good weather) - and an extension to the kitchen work area.

The unique bed goes up and down with an electric motor, and can be folded out to make a double bed, or it can be used as a bunkbed with the seating bench below. 

When the bed is raised up there is plenty of storage inside for bicycles etc, or for a separate travelling area for dogs.  

There is a factory-fitted towbar with stability control, and the van tows really well.

I am not an expert on the technical details, but I do know that it has the largest diesel engine available at that time.  The gearbox is manual.

Although long wheelbase and high top (you can stand up inside), the van still drives very much like a car.  Easy to park and maneouvre (and just about fits into a standard carparking space).

Air conditioning and satnav are two more of the factory-fitted options.

Exceptionally low mileage (less than 24,000).

Just returned from its latest service and ready to go.  The MOT is until the end of November, but we are happy to put a new one on for you.

Here is the link to our AutoTrader advert.  The price is £34,950, but we are open to sensible offers.

These are some of the photos that Poppit Campers took.

Get in touch at aliwade1971@gmail.com if you have any questions, want to see more photos or arrange to view.  We are in beautiful Pembrokeshire - so drive to the end of the M4 and keep going!