India and Bhutan in Penny 2015
Bhutan – Thunder Dragon Rally.
My Collectors Edition Book “With the Roof Off” is now available to purchase!
This beautiful book reveals an insight into the cultures of India, Bhutan and Myanmar; and the way Julie observed and experienced travelling through these countries with her husband in a 93 year old car – Penny.
You can purchase your Collector’s Book; Individually Numbered and Signed –
…Is the perfect Christmas gift!
This book will inform, entertain and inspire you… and is also the perfect gift for the person who appreciates travel and seeing the world and different cultures!
ISBN: 978-0-9953828-0-0
Our Journey To Bhutan... through India and on to Myanmar
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I'm so not very good at keeping up to date... and this one was years ago; but Read more
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A Tibetan puzzle. A prayer flag flutters in the wind.
Which is it Read more -
Walking up the steps to the Golden rock, Max and I looked at each other and Read more
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So… the big Golden Rock in Kyaiktyo in Myanmar. We were packed Read more
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4am in the morning, even before the roosters; and my broken sleep was severed Read more
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I need to backtrack a couple of days because I am behind in my journal. Our Read more
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I do have quite a lot to catch up on over the past three days and you can also Read more
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Throughout this journey I have been confronted by how so many other people Read more
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I saw a lot of men with ‘guns’ today…. And not the sort of ‘guns’ I would Read more
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That horrible grinding sound underneath Penny….. Well.. it was Read more
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When did an ‘orange’ road on our map – which led off a four-lane highway become Read more
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Our incredible journey through Bhutan was nearing it's end as we descended Read more
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Dust and rocks.... steep slopes and landslides... and I'm sure the prayer flags Read more
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Our drive to Mongar was spectacular. The landscape was varied and we woke to Read more
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We left the exquisite misty mountain views at Trongsa….and at reception our Read more
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Steep slopes… boulders… falling rocks… winding roads… dust… sheer drops….Oh my Read more
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The female river Mo Chhu; supposedly the more calm; serene; placid….before the Read more
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What a road!!!! Landslides…. Curves…. And never-ending roadworks. ..and when Read more
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Penny is once again adventuring through the mountains of Bhutan. Read more
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Clean air. Steep slopes. Incredible scenery. We are now finally Read more
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Another early morning at 4.45 for a 5.10am start to go to a reserve to see if Read more
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The small fire in our fireplace in a quaint hotel in Darjeeling went out about Read more
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I have a few days to catch up…so I apologise for a longer overview in this post Read more
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Hi [firstname,fallback=], Remember how I said that there are many things in Read more
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“Aummmmm….. Aummmmmmm…..” I chanted in a Yoga class in India. It seemed a Read more
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“Ohhhhhhhhh… so you are going to Kolkata…” said the steward at Thai Airlines in Read more
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Thought I needed a change... quite liberating having nearly all my hair Read more
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Rebuilding Penny !!! Yeh!!!! Read more
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🧐 Curious 🎨 Creative 💪🏻 Living Boldly! @idoamazingthings 😁 Content with wool in my hands Artisan weaver of blankets and wraps. Pop to my website
My handwoven blankets are founded upon my experience.
New Series available soon.
My E-Zine with my Journals from Kolkata and peek inside my studio, also available now. Link in Bio.
#artisanmade #slowmade #handmadegiftideas #kolkatablogger #handwovenluxury
3 days ago
Memories of my experiences of journeys across the world come to life again in my studio.
My current series is founded on our wonderful time in Kolkata.
I loved Kolkata. The sounds. The colour. The warmth from others.
Here in my studio, nothing is rushed. Each piece is woven carefully with intention.
Each piece is unique. The rhythm of my hands and steps; the behaviour of the yarn; the decisions made in the moment rather than imposed in advance. As an artist, little is planned in my weaving.
Come and read my journal notes from Kolkata and have a peek side my studio. My E-Zine is now available. Link in Bio.
#uniquegift #slowmade #kolkatastreets #artisanmade #interiordecor
5 days ago
Reveal time! The city of inspiration for my current series is Kolkata; starting with my memories of Mullik Ghat Flower Markets.
Kolkata was the beginning of our drive in our 1923 Vauxhall through India, Bhutan and Myanmar.
I had the most wonderful time in Kolkata.
Have you ever been there?
Come spend some time vicariously experiencing Kolkata through my Studio E-Zine; where I share my Journal notes from Kolkata and a sneak peek into my Studio and how my inspiration from the Mullik Ghat flower markets have inspired my current series of handwoven blankets.
I’ve just started this new account, so if you’ve been interested in my posts, love you could share them to spread the luv! ♥️
My E-Zine; Kolkata Journal; and a peek into my Studio - is available - Link in Bio.
Gorgeous yarns I’ve used in this series-
@west.wool @westknits Bicycle - Beatrix
@isageryarn Alpaca 2 - E2S
Isager Tweed - Winter Grey
@blackeryarns Tor -13th Birthday
@wrenandollie Purist - Birch 02
@qingfibre Singles - Hero
Qing Veranita
Qing Silky Singles - Sunset Dreams
Qing Silky Singles - Dijon
Qing Dashing Fingering - Yellow Yellow
Qing BFL - Lemon
@louhittarenluola - Kaino
@walkcollection Sport - Panodero
@litlg Moon - Wolf
@moel.view.yarn - Welsh Mule
@rawwoolcompany - Mevagissy Missle
@fleeceartist_handmaiden - Merino Slim - Buttercup
#uniquegiftideas #artisanmade #slowmade #handweaving #kolkata
6 days ago



“ᴡʜᴇʀᴇ ᴛʜᴇ ꜱᴘɪʀɪᴛ ᴅᴏᴇꜱ ɴᴏᴛ ᴡᴏʀᴋ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴛʜᴇ ʜᴀɴᴅ ᴛʜᴇʀᴇ ɪꜱ ɴᴏ ᴀʀᴛ.”
— ʟᴇᴏɴᴀʀᴅᴏ ᴅᴀ ᴠɪɴᴄɪ
My weaving is deeply rooted in my experience. My remote journeys and experiences continue to move through me as I weave.
Although weaving involves repetitive tasks, my movements are intentional and connected to my spirit, memory and experiences. Weaving for me is far more than a physical task. It is art; my voice through my hands.
Thank you for joining in with me to guess where my memories are from for my current Series. Here are some more clues in the photographs.
DM your guess where you think this place is. Looking forward to reading where you think!
#artcollector #artisanmade #uniquegiftideas #heirloomgift #weavingart
1 week ago
Some of your guesses! Keep guessing where my next blanket series inspiration is from!
DM your guess.
#handwovenblanket #uniquegiftideas #artisanmade #soulfulgift #roadtrippin
1 week ago
Can you guess where the story is about for my next series? DM your guess and I’ll pop all your guesses in my Stories! 👏🏻
#handwovenblanket #uniquegiftideas #artisanmade #luxurygifts #interiordecor
1 week ago
Where do you think the story is about for my next artisan handwoven blanket?
DM me your Guess!! I’ll pop all your guesses in my Stories!
#weavingprocess #slowcraft #studiopractice #slowmadegoods #meaningfulgift
@qingfibre - BFL Lemon
@isager - Alpaca 2 E2s from @thelittleyarnstore
2 weeks ago



The lines hold meaning.
Privileged to be able to weave alongside the lines drawn in Abbie Loy’s Body Painting 2012, and @sallyblakeartist Sacred Thought.
@qingfibre Lemon is the most wonderful yellow, forming the story lines in my warp.
For more… tap Link in Bio.
#weavingprocess #slowcraft #heirloomgift #studioart #artcollector
2 weeks ago
Slow weaving. Simple stitches.
Heirloom handwoven blanket from a meaningful memory. Have you been to a beach with these gorgeous coloured changing rooms? Where?
My blankets are soulful gifts which say to someone that you care about them.
Pop to my website to see more of my journeys and unique artisan blankets. Link in BIO.
#uniquegiftideas #handwovenblanket #artisanmade #heirloomquality #slowcrafted
2 weeks ago

🧐 Curious 🎨 Creative 💪🏻 Living Boldly! @idoamazingthings 😁 Content with wool in my hands Artisan weaver of blankets and wraps. Pop to my website
My handwoven blankets are founded upon my experience.
New Series available soon.
My E-Zine with my Journals from Kolkata and peek inside my studio, also available now. Link in Bio.
#artisanmade #slowmade #handmadegiftideas #kolkatablogger #handwovenluxury
3 days ago
Memories of my experiences of journeys across the world come to life again in my studio.
My current series is founded on our wonderful time in Kolkata.
I loved Kolkata. The sounds. The colour. The warmth from others.
Here in my studio, nothing is rushed. Each piece is woven carefully with intention.
Each piece is unique. The rhythm of my hands and steps; the behaviour of the yarn; the decisions made in the moment rather than imposed in advance. As an artist, little is planned in my weaving.
Come and read my journal notes from Kolkata and have a peek side my studio. My E-Zine is now available. Link in Bio.
#uniquegift #slowmade #kolkatastreets #artisanmade #interiordecor
5 days ago
Reveal time! The city of inspiration for my current series is Kolkata; starting with my memories of Mullik Ghat Flower Markets.
Kolkata was the beginning of our drive in our 1923 Vauxhall through India, Bhutan and Myanmar.
I had the most wonderful time in Kolkata.
Have you ever been there?
Come spend some time vicariously experiencing Kolkata through my Studio E-Zine; where I share my Journal notes from Kolkata and a sneak peek into my Studio and how my inspiration from the Mullik Ghat flower markets have inspired my current series of handwoven blankets.
I’ve just started this new account, so if you’ve been interested in my posts, love you could share them to spread the luv! ♥️
My E-Zine; Kolkata Journal; and a peek into my Studio - is available - Link in Bio.
Gorgeous yarns I’ve used in this series-
@west.wool @westknits Bicycle - Beatrix
@isageryarn Alpaca 2 - E2S
Isager Tweed - Winter Grey
@blackeryarns Tor -13th Birthday
@wrenandollie Purist - Birch 02
@qingfibre Singles - Hero
Qing Veranita
Qing Silky Singles - Sunset Dreams
Qing Silky Singles - Dijon
Qing Dashing Fingering - Yellow Yellow
Qing BFL - Lemon
@louhittarenluola - Kaino
@walkcollection Sport - Panodero
@litlg Moon - Wolf
@moel.view.yarn - Welsh Mule
@rawwoolcompany - Mevagissy Missle
@fleeceartist_handmaiden - Merino Slim - Buttercup
#uniquegiftideas #artisanmade #slowmade #handweaving #kolkata
6 days ago



“ᴡʜᴇʀᴇ ᴛʜᴇ ꜱᴘɪʀɪᴛ ᴅᴏᴇꜱ ɴᴏᴛ ᴡᴏʀᴋ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴛʜᴇ ʜᴀɴᴅ ᴛʜᴇʀᴇ ɪꜱ ɴᴏ ᴀʀᴛ.”
— ʟᴇᴏɴᴀʀᴅᴏ ᴅᴀ ᴠɪɴᴄɪ
My weaving is deeply rooted in my experience. My remote journeys and experiences continue to move through me as I weave.
Although weaving involves repetitive tasks, my movements are intentional and connected to my spirit, memory and experiences. Weaving for me is far more than a physical task. It is art; my voice through my hands.
Thank you for joining in with me to guess where my memories are from for my current Series. Here are some more clues in the photographs.
DM your guess where you think this place is. Looking forward to reading where you think!
#artcollector #artisanmade #uniquegiftideas #heirloomgift #weavingart
1 week ago
Some of your guesses! Keep guessing where my next blanket series inspiration is from!
DM your guess.
#handwovenblanket #uniquegiftideas #artisanmade #soulfulgift #roadtrippin
1 week ago
Can you guess where the story is about for my next series? DM your guess and I’ll pop all your guesses in my Stories! 👏🏻
#handwovenblanket #uniquegiftideas #artisanmade #luxurygifts #interiordecor
1 week ago
Where do you think the story is about for my next artisan handwoven blanket?
DM me your Guess!! I’ll pop all your guesses in my Stories!
#weavingprocess #slowcraft #studiopractice #slowmadegoods #meaningfulgift
@qingfibre - BFL Lemon
@isager - Alpaca 2 E2s from @thelittleyarnstore
2 weeks ago



The lines hold meaning.
Privileged to be able to weave alongside the lines drawn in Abbie Loy’s Body Painting 2012, and @sallyblakeartist Sacred Thought.
@qingfibre Lemon is the most wonderful yellow, forming the story lines in my warp.
For more… tap Link in Bio.
#weavingprocess #slowcraft #heirloomgift #studioart #artcollector
2 weeks ago
Slow weaving. Simple stitches.
Heirloom handwoven blanket from a meaningful memory. Have you been to a beach with these gorgeous coloured changing rooms? Where?
My blankets are soulful gifts which say to someone that you care about them.
Pop to my website to see more of my journeys and unique artisan blankets. Link in BIO.
#uniquegiftideas #handwovenblanket #artisanmade #heirloomquality #slowcrafted
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