My boyfriend of almost 7 years is now very sadly my ex-boyfriend, and I'm in the process of dealing with the heartbreak and the logistics of moving out of our shared flat and into my parents spare room.
I'm setting up a temporary new workspace in my parents study (all my supplies and stock are in a mountain of boxes at the moment waiting to be unpacked over the weekend) and will be focusing my energies over the next few weeks and months on keeping my shops running, on getting emails replied to and parcels packed and posted.
Hopefully I will get back to crafting and my normal blogging schedule sometime soon but in the meantime posts from me may be a little sporadic. Instead, I'll be hosting a series of guest posts from other bloggers, makers and other crafty types.
If you've got a tutorial, a fun crafty project, a craft-related story, any Etsy/Folksy business tips, a craft book review, or anything else you'd like to share which you think my readers would be interested in, I'd love to hear from you. If you'd like to write something specially that would be fab, but I'd also be happy to republish a favourite post from your blog.
If you would like to contribute a guest post, please get in touch! You can email me at: mail [at] lupinhandmade [dot] com or leave a comment on this post with your email address and I will get back to you as soon as I can with more information (please note that comments will be published unless you request otherwise). I will basically need either text + blog friendly small images OR a link to a post on your blog I can get text etc from... PLUS a short bio/introduction for you and any links you want me to use, e.g. to your blog or website.
I'm so sorry to hear about your break-up, my heart goes out to you, I went through a very tough break-up several years ago when I broke up with my ex-fiance. It was was incredibly difficult but with the help and support of family and friends I got through it. I'm sure through the coming months you'll have similar support from those around you.
ReplyDeleteI'll be in touch with you directly about doing some blogging, it would be an honour as your blog is one of my favourite daily reads.
How awful for you. Big hug.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear your news, I hope you are alright. It must be a difficult time, but know that you will get throught it and we are all here for you if you need us.
ReplyDeleteI'd be happy to do a guest post for you if you think it would be suitable. If you're interested, you can reach me on admin[at]princesscrafts[dot]co[dot]uk
Sending you big hugs!
My condolences on your break up and change of circumstances - you will come through it and I'm sure you'll be back better and bigger than ever
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I'm sorry to hear that, but I'm sure you'll find the positive side of things and start afresh. It's nowhere near in the same league but I've found that since I broke up with my boyfriend of 20 months last month I've been better at getting out and doing things I like :)
ReplyDeleteBest wishes,
Sarah
Sorry to hear about the break-up. Keep in mind that time heals everything and that hopefully in not a very long time you'll be able to see things under a different perspective.
ReplyDeleteIn difficult times, the smallest gestures count a lot. So don't be ashamed to ask for help.
Take care
Fernanda
Sorry to hear your news, it must be hard not only dealing with the sadness but also having to move as well. You will come through it and every day is a day closer to finding the new you.
ReplyDeleteTry to keep smiling my lovely xx
You are a talented and beautiful young woman who provides inspiration and beauty to countless people. Don't forget your gifts during this time.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about the break-up. Nothing is worse when you go through something like this and then have to add moving into the mix. Moving house is seriously the work of the devil. My condolences. And if you get into a very tight spot on guest spots, I think I could come up with a little something. You can email me at ukxenia at gmail dot com.
ReplyDeleteHang in there!*Hugs*
ReplyDeleteSending a parcel fulls of hugs and compassion from Switzerland. It'll take a long time and it will be very difficult at time, but you WILL get through this!
ReplyDeleteThinking of you xx
ReplyDeleteOh, transitions can be so hard, especially when the heart is involved. I always remember my grandma saying 'this too shall pass.' It's helped remind me that everything changes and to just hold on!
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear you are going through this heartache, a 'hope you're ok' tweet didn't seem quite enough.
ReplyDeleteHope the comfort of home helps, take care of yourself petal, will be keeping an eye out for you on these interwebs, virtual hugs ready whenever you need one xo
I have to agree with KathyH. She wrote -
ReplyDelete"You are a talented and beautiful young woman who provides inspiration and beauty to countless people. Don't forget your gifts during this time."
I know you have inspired me(you're actually one of my blogland heroes). I made my first felt brooch after reading your blog. I so admired your hand stitching and your bold design that I thought I'd give it a go. Our styles couldn't be more different, and I'm not one-tenth as prolific as you are, but I don't think I would have developed an interest in felt if I hadn't seen your lovely blog.
All the best to you during this tough, tough time.
- Lisa
Wishing you all the best
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear your sad news...take care (hug)
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your break up. Take each day as it comes and eventually your heart won't hurt anymore. *Sending you lots of hugs!*
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry! You poor thing! I hope you are able to get settled and into a new routine soon.
ReplyDeleteSo sad for you - my heart goes out to you. Hope all goes well with move and that you get back to blogging soon.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear that things are a bit tough at the moment. Sending you best wishes and and fondest thoughts! If there is anything I can do please get in touch. You have been very good giving me advice in the past! love Annie x
ReplyDeleteIt's very brave of you to put yourself out here so honestly. Hopefully knowing that everyone here thinks you are fantastic will keep you going!!
ReplyDeletei know what you're going trough : i was there too a few years ago. Everything will be allright, after a while ! take good care of yourself !!!!
ReplyDeleteAw :( Heartbreak is so rough it can make you sick. Be careful with yourself. I'm glad you'll be with your parents for the time being.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to do a post for you as well so you can add me to the list to help you out.
Sending you a cuppa from Ohio...and a tin of virtual biscuits.
Oh pooh! That sux. So sorry to hear about your troubles at the mo, but remember the moment will pass & you will see the sunny days once again. Focus on yourself & what makes you happy. Hugs from Australia.
ReplyDeleteOh and if it helps, I'll send bubba Joe's wet-sloppy-open-mouthed-kisses-with-tongue-hanging-out your way!! (he's only 9mths old!!)
I hope everything goes well with the move and setting up your new workspace. Thinking about you while you get over this. Love your work (and blog)!
ReplyDeleteJo
I am really sorry about your broken heart... I hope your talents help keep your mind off your sorrow.
ReplyDeleteI send you a big warm hug all the way from Mexico ~
Oh I'm so sorry to hear about your break up, but glad you have your family around you, family really are wonderful. I hope you're back on some sort of even keel soon.
ReplyDeleteSending hugs.
Leanne xx
Courage. It's time for us to give back all that you've sent out to us via your blog. Times will get better although it may not seem like it right now. xx
ReplyDeleteI'm so very sorry to hear about your break up. That is very sad. I don't have any words to help you feel better...wish I did. But I'm sending positive, healing vibes your way. Take your time and cry whenever you feel like it. Crying always makes me feel better. Happy thoughts headed your way.
ReplyDeleteLynn
Really sorry to hear your are going through a hard time. To make you feel a little better most things that seem terrible do have a silver lining in the end, sometime you have to wait a while but it usually arrives. x
ReplyDeleteI can do a little bloggy about homemade gifts if you wish, I recently make a kiddies one - not sure if it is your market but am happy to help.
Well, my dear, that just sucks. I'm so sorry, and I hope your heart heals with tea, hugs from your parents, and maybe lots of chocolate if you're anything like me.
ReplyDeleteAnd if there's any post on my blog (which is also very, very felty) that you'd like to borrow, let me know. I'm glad to help.
So sorry to hear your news x
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear about you and your BF breaking up. I hope you'll be able to resume life to normailty soon. Also, just to say as well your a fantastic person and a incredibly talented woman. I doubt kind words for a stranger will help you much, but regardless I hope you're okay :)
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ReplyDeleteits not been very long since i found ur blog and became a follower, but u have inspired me in a very short time with all ur projects.
i am very sorry to hear abt ur break up, its very hard to deal with one, but i am sure u are a strong person and u wil recover soon fer sure. sending you losdsa hugs from pakistan.
hugs
Alyna :)
Lots of positive thoughts coming your way. Don't worry about us - we'll be ready and waiting... just as soon as you feel better x
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear your news, especially since I've been e-mailing about a post without realising this was even going on! I hope your life is back on track soon and you can find solace in stitching. *hugs*
ReplyDeleteIt's so hard to function with one's mind perpetually running through the scenes. I am so sorry this is happening to you. It will eventually pass and you'll be your own real self again...
ReplyDeleteAnything I can do in the blogging department, just let me know.
TT^TT I'm sorry you're going through hard times, if there's anything I can do to help with your blog posts or umm something else lemme know.
ReplyDeleteTo be honest I really got into reading your blog and was kinda sad when there was no update for a couple of days- >.< I'm glad you're back though.. even if that doesnt help the hurtness...
I've started making themed bows and took pictures to show if that could be a blogness
Thinking of you. I agree - you are a talented and kind person who will definitely move on. I first started looking at your blog when I saw the beautiful snowflake curtain - still one of my all-time favorite decorations. Sending you that gentle beauty now.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear your news. I'm a new-ish follower, but I'm thinking about you! (((hugs)))
ReplyDeleteHugs and I hope you get settled into your new place soon
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear your news, it's not easy x ((*hugs*))
ReplyDeleteOh honey, that totally sucks and I'm so sorry! Upheaval in any form is so stressful, let alone having to deal with the sadness of a broken relationship. I hope that you're settled in your new space soon. Lots of hugs.
ReplyDeleteI am sorry. Things will get better, I promise. It's amazing what we cna get through with the support of family and friends.
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