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You heard right..

We're offering free UK shipping over on our etsy until christmas!!!

Better head over quick as some of these items have a limited amount available!

(It's always good to take advantage of something for free)

The Owl and The Pussycat

I'm incredibly overdue in blogging about this (surprise, surprise) 

This was an awesome commission from a customer a little while ago.

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.

Best thing..

Sara loved it.

 

Up, Up and Away

Two dear friends had a baby....this was my present to Emma.

She loves it.

I love that.

GIVEAWAY

We are celebrating the owls 3rd birthday!!!

If we hit 300 likes on our page on facebook.. all your names will be put into a lucky draw and three of you lucky folk will win some owl freebies!!!!

First name drawn will win a Mrs Tweet & Mr Twoo of their choice (worth £25) and two runners up will win one of owl needle cases in the image below (worth £10).

Just head over to my page, hit 'like' at the top of the page and spread the word. GOOD LUCK!!

The owls are excited about going to a new home!

 

Creative 7:4

SMALL STORIES

I adore the work of Small Stories, aka, Gabrielle Reith.  Gabi's illustrations are b-e-a-oootiful, full of fun and frankly, magical.  Each one tells a story (folklore/fairytale) and what makes me love her work more is that she reflects and supports the Doric dialect of the north east of Scotland.

I always wish that my drawings could transform into something as spectacular as Gabi's creations.  Alas, it never has or will.

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.

 www.gra-small-stories.co.uk

 

Creative 7:2

HELEN RUTH SCARVES

 Photo: Louise Carnegie  

Helen Ruth Scarves, aka, Helen Greensmith creates the most stunning scarves I have ever laid my eyes on. 

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!!!)

I don't think words are needed...just look at them!!! Her illustrations are so intricate, vibrant and full of an "Alice in Wonderland", well, wonder.

Go on, your wardrobe will never forgive you if you don't.

www.helenruth.co.uk

Ps. pick up a wee handkerchief for your mister too

Photo: Mnemonic Photography

Creative 7:1

A WOODEN TREE

I had to start with A Wooden Tree, aka, Kirsty Anderson.

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. 

No home is a home without something from A Wooden Tree (pretty sure I have at least four items). 

We first met at the first ever Tea Cosy event back in 2009 and I was lucky enough to be asked to exhibit alongside Kirsty at the Foyer Gallery in Aberdeen.  

I have majorly grown in confidence with my own work since then and Kirsty has always been there to answer my continuously worried and silly questions and supported me.  I will always respect her for that.  

Check her out at www.awoodentree.com

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Visual Update

Big Day

 

Brother's wedding tomorrow!

Finally all ready after mucho lastminute.com shopping for suits and sandals.

 Still no idea what to do with my hair. uh oh.

But...

Bruce and Jill loved their little extra gift. 

Hopefully Mrs Tweet & Mr Twoo will be just as happy as Mr & Mrs Gray.

Blogging and website updating will hopefully get into full swing after this weekend.

I've been on antibiotics so hello gin!

Wedding Gift

I am S.U.P.E.R. excited about my brother's wedding.

Dress is bought.

Avoiding shopping incase I see another one.

Days booked off work.

Feet are not prepared for heels.

But excited.

Decided to make a little gift for Bruce and Jill...

it is finished but you guys don't get to see until they do. 

If you know my work..you'd be able to guess easy.

I am totally chuffed with the result (which is very unlike me).

 

Wee Wabbits

These little fella's are going to hop their way onto Etsy very, very soon...

even though they are my favourite

And now for something completely different..

Are you fed up of those glitter bombed festive cards...

Well I decided it's time for something a little bit different.  It still has a clear message of Christmas cheer but lacks that traditional blah. Not that I'm not a fan of that...there's only so many snowmen I care to receive in the post however.

Hope you like.

These will soon be available on my etsy and will be featuring at The Apple Fell Down's stand at the upcoming Tea Cosy event in Aberdeen.  Check it out...there's some awesome vendors joining me, as always.

A wee change