Category Archives: Mr Potts
A new kettle
Oh dear – the aggravation of being a designer still has influence – needed a new kettle, went to John Lewis. Just want a kettle shaped recognisable kettle, but no – they come in all sorts of shapes and sizes … Continue reading
Box Balls
Mr P. likes box balls, I’ve lost count as to how many are in our small garden. He cleverly flattered me by saying I’m good at cutting them (which I am, largely as I have more patience and I did … Continue reading
Mr Potts’ new interest
Collecting washers – surprising how many are dropped in the street – does this mean for every one in Mr P’s fast growing collection there is a malfunctioning bit of machinery/appliance somewhere?
7 Days in June or Peace at a Price
At the start of the week Mr P. was running round like a headless chicken – I hope I never see one for real – over rubbish brought into the front garden by foxes. He blamed this on the pond … Continue reading
Crab sandwiches and Custard tarts
The most delicious crab sandwich for lunch today. It was supposed to be followed by a delicious custard tart but I made the mistake of leaving mine for later with a cup of tea. When 4pm came I looked for … Continue reading
Mr Potts goes to Birmingham! (possibly)
Last week the Evening Standard had an offer from Chiltern Railways for tickets to Birmingham at 25p each way – Mr P couldn’t resist such an amazing bargain, even though he’s having to schlep to Marylebone Station and take the … Continue reading
Domestic Accidents!
Dearie Me! Look what happened to my lovely tea towel. Mr Potts was involved but as he was cooking something and it was an Accident, never mind. I see Nicholas Crane is visiting Saffron Walden (TV tonight). When I … Continue reading
Mr Potts gets Creative
Oh dear,oh dear! I’m not naming names but another member of the RWS, and an article in Elle Decoration has inspired Mr P. to get into papier-mache. I Googled ‘How to make P-M’ and running my eyes down the list … Continue reading
A Large Heap of Ironing
At last! Finished 16 paintings last week so now it’s time to get on with the ironing – hope there’s a decent play to listen to on R4.
Cooking / Eating / Painting
This week I am going to feature food – I like recipes that don’t take ages to prepare but also taste delicious. This is soup for lunch made from carrots,celery,celeriac and onion with the remains of last nights pea & … Continue reading
Mrs Potts the Painter's Wife 