“there are always teddies in need of a little tlc”

I CALL patients into my clinic by name, which is fine most of the time, but it means I’ve had call a few odd things across the waiting room, like ‘Mr Darcy’ and ‘Frisky!’ “I’m a morning person and so

The perils of the repair shop One Saturday ...

■ Old wool sweater, blanket or textured toy fabric ■ Elasticated fabric ■ Canvas belt ■ Soft toy stuffing ■ White sewing thread ■ Sewing needle ■ Black embroidery thread ■ Tapestry needle ■ Basic sewi

When Eileen Milne, MBE, gave up work, she started helping others rediscover their lust for life

Zoologist, writer, TV presenter – Dr Sasha Norris has had a glittering career in academia and the media since she graduated from the University of Bristol more than 30 years ago. Yet today she’s kneel

I PEGGED Dad’s Seventies’ psychedelic floral shirt on the section of the clothesline designated for “undies”. It couldn’t be seen by the neighbours. I dreamt of the day my parents would give me their