Pretty miserable day weather wise today. Mike got packed up and ready to leave a bit later then we took a walk into town. We were going to have a coffee and cake in Boyes but the cafe wasn't open as we were there quite early. So we went to have a look round the vaults at the market where the craft stalls are. That was also not open so we returned there later! We then went to a cafe called The Conservatory and Mike had another ridiculous piece of cake. This time it was actually apple pie and it was huge! I had a scone and they were pretty big too.

We came back here, Mike made himself a smoothie for the journey and then headed off just before midday. I cleared some pruning into the garden rubbish bin and got some washing on the go. A bit later this afternoon I walked up to the studio where I collected my plate. I think it is like the photo but I do think it could be a lot better. Maybe I will try to do a painting on paper and see if I can improve the result.

I also collected two items I painted last year I think, a plate with a water lily on and a pig ornament. they would have been on the blog but I should think long forgotten! It did dry up for a bit but has been raining steadily most of the afternoon.