tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-59122434489597480942024-02-02T10:29:21.117+00:00The Apple Fell DownLyndsey Grayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11398399904774046366noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5912243448959748094.post-749445398152845252015-12-21T19:55:00.004+00:002015-12-21T19:55:26.713+00:00Hiya pals.So it's been longer than a while....<br />
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Basically my life turned upside down in 2013 but luckily I can now say...Thank God!<br />
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Relationship breakdown<br />
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This blog will now not only focus on my art life but on what takes up most of my time and that is whisky and my love for the country that I live in - Scotland.<br />
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I've been wanting to do a tourism focused blog for a while now and finally decided to go for it and force myself to not waste the little days off that I have.<br />
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I'll be featuring posts about arts & crafts, distilleries and places to visit in Scotland, new whiskies that I've tried, where to eat and just my general antics.<br />
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I've been making my fabric boats in bottles for a while but it was great to change the design to an owl and a pussycat theme.</div>
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Two dear friends had a baby....this was my present to Emma.</div>
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Lyndsey Grayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11398399904774046366noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5912243448959748094.post-45361005009774363482013-09-30T22:06:00.000+01:002013-09-30T22:06:42.492+01:00PLAYparkI've had a pretty up and down year so apologies for being so quiet as of late.. I had a very unexpected move back home 6 months ago but things are good. I'm happy and looking forward to being a positive little monkey. Big shout to all my friends and family who have been the best support a girl could ask for :)<br />
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Anyhooo....This weekend I took part in an awesome event in Aberdeen called PLAYpark set up by SMART Consultants. It was a roaring success. It was great to see families enjoying their time together (away from computer games) and to see a space such as the Rubislaw Terrace Gardens being utilised in such a positive manner. Mother Gray was excited from the very start as she used to visit No.20 on Rubislaw Terrace for holidays when she was a wee quine so I was very proud to have her see me show my wares in a place that brought back such fond memories for her.<br />
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The event was featured on STV..and highlights were definately the Hattiesburg Chess by John Walter and the Hoop Raarrr! by Gabi Reith and Phil Thompson. Fun for all ages!!! It was great to also see some of my fellow Tea Cosy vendors as well as some lovely new faces!<br />
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...Oh, and there was the cutest little visitor...an eleven week old Jackawauwau called Caber...as Aubin said "a big name for a little dog". We all had to stop ourselves from making high pitched squeaks and aaawhs (we failed). <br />
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In the photograph above are the fantastic ladies behind Smart Consultants, one of the leading art agencies currently in Scotland. (Sally Moir, Margaretha Simpson, Claire Bruce)<br />
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I wouldn't be doing what I am now if it wasn't for these quines. I have grown so much in confidence in my work since the first Tea Cosy event back in 2009 and I owe so much of that confidence to the advice and support given to me by them. They put 110% into supporting local artists and are always ready with a friendly welcome and a hug. They are down to earth and are just, frankly, sooper dooper human beings!!!<br />
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One hidden gem in the north east of Scotland is the folk-hard rock band Sons o' the Soil. I class them as a hidden gem as they seem to disappear for some time, return and disappear again. It's understandable however, that due to work, it can be hard for them to stay completely commited to the band. It's a shame because they are awesome and even better live. Mixing traditional scottish instruments like the accordion and fiddle in with some good old rock vibes is a recipe of brilliance. Gordy Strathdee has a rough-around-the-edges raw rock voice which is strangely complimented by the harmonies of his daughter, Jo's, sweet and soulful voice.</div>
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SMALL STORIES</h3>
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I always wish that my drawings could transform into something as spectacular as Gabi's creations. Alas, it never has or will.<br />
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Her cut and sew tea towels are also genius and I am lusting after the owl and the pussycat cushions (see below). Illustrations with a comfy purpose...... need, need, need this in my life! Some folk would say that there is a fine line between what's designed for children and for adults but I see Gabi's designs fitting perfectly in both worlds (who really wants to grow up anyway?!) I would quite happily fill my house with an extreme amount of Gabi's drawings and wooden jewellery.<br />
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FLYBOY FILM PRODUCTIONS</h3>
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It only seemed appropriate to focus on Flyboy Film Productions tonight mainly because of the BAFTA's. The specific reason why is that I got very, very, veeeery excited at the fact that the Best Sound Award went to the team at Les Miserables. Why? I hear you ask. Well, I am incredibly proud to say that my friend, Duncan Craig, an original team member of Flyboy, was the sound trainee on that very team. I have one response....<br />
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I am priviliged to say that I was part of this team back in the good old days at University, when it all started as a vision from John Fairfield and Ailsa Lawson. Since then, it has went from strength to strength and their dedication to showcasing such wonderful talent, based in Scotland, is inspiring. If you are a young filmmaker wanting to know what it's all really about..check them out. Their vision and dedication to their shorts is outstanding and they deserve recognition for that.<br />
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A team of super talented filmmakers - John, Ailsa, Matt Cameron, Ian Forbes, etc - are a force that work seamlessly with each other. Having personally seen them work together, I myself have witnessed how this team supports and brings the best out of each other. All the best to them in the future (I just wish they would remember that I no longer live in the sticks anymore...I seriously miss capturing the moments that they create).<br />
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Below is one of my favourite shorts, Feet for Hands, created by Ian Forbes and the rest of the Flyboy team.<br />
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Helen Ruth Scarves, aka, Helen Greensmith creates the most stunning scarves I have ever laid my eyes on. </div>
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Anyone that knows me will know that I have an absolute obssession with scarves..they are what can complete any outfit in this fantastically cold country. And no outfit has really been complete because I still do not own one of Helen's creations (I am planning on buying one very, very soon...I just can't decide which one I want more!!!)</div>
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A WOODEN TREE</h3>
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Kirsty is an inspiration... As you can see above her work is faaaaaantastic. Using reclaimed fabrics, she creates new lovely jubbily creatures out of granny's old curtains and table covers, etc. With a vintage style, her works are timeless, quirky and like her, down to earth. </div>
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Lyndsey Grayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11398399904774046366noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5912243448959748094.post-13526964089630934512013-02-08T20:47:00.001+00:002013-02-08T20:47:34.087+00:00Creative 7<div style="text-align: center;">
Anyone that knows me knows that I am one pessimistic creature. </div>
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When people ask me what I make, my typical response is ''stuff'' ....</div>
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What I'm good at is loving other people's work so that's what I'm going to do for the next seven days is ooooo and aaaaaa about some lovely folks work that I know and love.</div>
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Lyndsey Grayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11398399904774046366noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5912243448959748094.post-1923762722833280092013-01-18T13:54:00.001+00:002013-01-25T10:21:24.791+00:00Tonight - TOMS Art of Giving tour hits Edinburgh<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Lyndsey Grayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11398399904774046366noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5912243448959748094.post-22428292183853853452013-01-12T13:42:00.001+00:002013-01-25T10:25:33.214+00:00Start<div style="text-align: center;">
Just a sneaky peek into a project I'm involved with.</div>
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My superdooper friend, Kat Koch, is the art liason for TOMS and I'm lucky enough to be working with her on the Art of Giving tour. </div>
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It's opening this Friday 16th at the Whitespace Gallery in Edinburgh. Each artist has been given a pair of shoes and glasses to design using the concept of giving as inspiration. The artworks will be auctioned for charity.</div>
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So excited and so proud of myself for putting myself way out of my comfort zone and facing a challenge.</div>
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Many thanks to Kat for the opportunity <3</div>
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So it was a quiet night for Luke and I. </div>
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After both working in the pub last year, an evening consisting of one glass of wine, one gin, a walk to see the fireworks and jools holland seemed perfect.</div>
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The past year has had lots of ups and downs but I have severely neglected my crafts. I have decided to kick my fear of failure in the backside...</div>
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1.New ideas are in the making</div>
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3. Very excited but blooming petrified (aka, in panic mode)... Taking part in a TOMS exhibition at the Whitespace gallery this month. Will tell more soon.</div>
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Lyndsey Grayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11398399904774046366noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5912243448959748094.post-42717164907990080042012-12-09T22:19:00.001+00:002012-12-18T23:19:54.318+00:00Lately<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
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(1. <i>Ow</i><i>l needle case ready to sell,2. drinking whisky at Dirty Dicks.. Mortlach was gooood, 3. Much needed break at Patisserie Valerie with the man, 4. It's Xmas time in Edinburgh, 5. Nightmare train journeys</i><i>, 6. Finishing touches for Tea Cosy, 7. Decorating our first flat together, 8. Tea Cosy in Aberdeen...up and running)</i></div>
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Recently moved to Edinburgh</div>
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My studio is currently stocked full and I end up feeling guilty when I make something new.</div>
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These items need to be seen and loved. </div>
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And to celebrate their chance of a new home, I'm offering free UK P&P on my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/theapplefelldown" target="_blank">etsy</a>.</div>
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