upside down plum and olive oil cake.

What is it about this time of year that gets me baking? Is it the cooler temperatures, wanting to hibernate, or the fact that Bake Off is back on our screens? I don't know, but I'm really enjoying it, in case you couldn't tell.

Last week, I finally baked The Mother Cooker's chocolate banana bread, after dreaming of it for weeks, if not months.

This week, I decided to bake something seasonal, after coming home from work to a lovely piece of cake from Joanna. The plums in that were so delicious, I had to try making something with them!

the workbench ring making workshop.

Back in July, I was lucky enough to be invited along to one of The Workbench's Bristol workshops! They run ring making workshops in London & various other places around the country, as well as selling their kits online. 

I was very excited about this, as I've always wanted to give jewellery making a go.

dark chocolate chunk banana bread : the mother cooker.

This morning I woke up with the urge to bake. 

After a little chat with Gem and a hunt for ripe bananas, I decided I could finally make her chocolate banana bread that I've been lusting after for a very long time. 

ivory & lapis lazuli.

Over the past couple of years I've been getting into jewellery a lot more - especially the last few months. I've discovered some brands that I really love, and am enjoying finding more statement or unusual pieces which still fit with my love for simple aesthetics.