Arts & Crafts

I've always wanted to design a collection based on the amazing needlework my Grandma used to make back in the 70's.
Her use of colour and texture was amazing.
This is a stunning clutch bag that she made with gold kid leather and silk lined!

I'm making it a late new years resolution to turn this idea into a reality by Christmas!!

Baby its cold outside (still)

Im trying to get inspired for a new collection but its too cold to head out to car boot sales, vintage fairs and even galleries so I've been staying indoors and rummaging through my treasure boxes.
I'm thinking amulets, talismans, charms, keepsakes and folklore...???

Prize Valentine

Win this exclusive Valentines bracelet made with vintage heart charms and finished with a classic lock clasp.

Just share our facebook page with your friends to be in with a chance of winning.

(Entries will be drawn at random on Wednesday at 10am and the lucky winner will receive the bracelet on Valentines Day)

Ring a Ding

A quick preview of some new rings to complement our existing collections.
They will be available to purchase online soon in Sterling Silver and 9ct Gold.

Show Birds

This beautiful book by, photographer and fellow bird lover, Luke Stephenson was a present from my boys to give me inspiration for a colourful SS/13 collection. 

Best In Show

The new (and best ever ) Cath Kidston catalogue just came through my door!

Art Directed by my very talented boyfriend (who knew!!)

Check him out www.anotherbeardeddesigner.com and if you want a giggle see the 'behind the scenes' interview online xxx

Even some of Finch's toys got their 15 minutes of fame...

out with the old, in with the old!

Its not easy for a hoarder to declutter her home, especially when en route to the charity shop you see a treasure like this chap this just looking for a home!!!

"I’m Luke Skywalker, I’m here to rescue you"

After a serious case of January blues last week, they seem to be coming to an end!

We have a weekend of parties to look forward to with a Starwars fancy dress one for Little Wren and a few cocktails with friends for me. 
Here's some costume inspiration I had to share..

Seaside Grandeur

Some vintage glitz I couldn't resist on our post Christmas trip to Cleethorpes! 

Martin Parr eat your heart out...

Festive Frolicks

The sun shone today for the final leg of our Christmas visiting.

Watching the boys running round the beach with their Grandad was wonderful.

Plus donkey rides, fish & chips and puddle jumping.

A perfect end to Christmas!

Panic over!

We've extended our Christmas order deadline to Wednesday the 19th so there's still time to order your jewels in time for the big day!

Plus you can still receive 20% off everything by entering the code FESTIVE at checkout..
Have a merry one x

Pavillion Majesty

Ice skating to with a backdrop like this, you cant help but feel christmassy.

its beginning to look a lot like christmas..

We found the perfect place to get our tree this year, with real reindeer, axes on hand and a big red london bus!?
What more could you wish for? (except maybe a red nose)!!

Too good to eat...

literally!

My Bearded Designer (aka boyfriend and pops to Wren & Finch) returned from work today with these delicious looking fancies and arms full of flowers! 

Unfortunately for me, looks were deceiving as these babies were stale and the flowers had only days left in them. Fresh (or not so) from the a Cath Kidston shoot he's been working on, they had been under the spotlights for 5 days but looked so wonderful I couldn't bare to bin them!

Christmas Shopping??

another lollipop shoppe delight

handmade homewares by chilean textile designer karen barbe

I cant seem to find a 'real live monster' as written on little wren's Christmas list, but finding lots to fill my stocking!

These woven pan holders would make my kitchen so much more beautiful...
And this cute brooch opens up to reveal some delicious lip balm...

Form and Function!

Homemade vintage treasure

And here's one she did earlier...One of my grandmas' home made masterpieces

Its my wonderful grandmas birthday today and although she'd rather forget it, I felt I should pay a little tribute to the lady who taught me many a creative technique. From embroidery, dress making, needle work and aplique to flower arranging, jewellery making, baking and the art of applying ones make up before the husband wakes in a morning!!! 

Thank you for being such an inspiring lady in my life...

Dear Santa

I know its early, but these are going on my list to a certain someone...

Just send him the link to this wonderful store and you’ll be set for a very happy christmas!

http://www.thelollipopshoppe.co.uk/

Early Christmas Delights

Just back from posting out an order full of gorgeous winter stock to a great shop in San Francisco. Check them out: Eden & Eden

On a dark dark night...

Some spooky fun to be had tonight...

Creepy Crawly

Little Finch's new word this week is Spider (or spidy to be accurate) so when asked how we should cut our pumpkin, this is what we ended up with (not sure why he only has one eye though!!)

Layer up for Winter

In time for christmas I have produced a collection of stacker rings which look stunning when worn together yet delicate and simple when worn individually.

They are available with any combination of charms, birds, stars, leaves, feathers & horseshoes and are made from solid 9ct Gold with 2 x 18ct Gold plated charms on each ring.

All are made to order to individual sizes and are also available in Sterling Silver.

Check the website for a very special festive offer.

Last Days Of Sun

 We spent a beautiful afternoon playing in the sand dunes at West Wittering with the boys Puddle leaping as the tide went out followed by an early evening BBQ and sunset hide and seek. The perfect end to summer.

Lucy Lockets Little Pocket

My sister has the most amazing eye for detail so on my trip to Manchester I couldn't help snapping my camera at every opportunity. Feast your eyes...

Hazy Days

Im loving my home town right now.
Who's have thought this was september in England.
Breathtaking sunset, fabulous friends and the best pizza and ice cream on Brighton beach.

I cant stop smiling

Visiting my sister in Manchester with my best girls was bliss!

irresistable sparkles, matching hasbeens, and chocolate eclairs.

Still Smiling

Wet and soggy!!

It was Manchester afterall…

Migration

I think these little Blackbirds are in need of some autumn revival.

Fantastic statement pieces that can be worn and loved every day.

I have just  sent some off to to The Shop Floor Project for Christmas. 

Check out their wonderful collections of gifts and products by young British designers.

More Hastings/Hendy magic

Inspiring Hastings

I'm slowly falling in love with this fascinating seaside town.
Unique antiques, junk shops galore with surprises round every corner.
One lazy Sunday, we stumbled across this little gem.
A inspirational homeware store by chef Alastair Hendy (who can sometimes be found hidden at the back of the store serving up delights such as sprats and samphire with parsley and vinegar or spiced fig & nut chocolate). The beautifully renovated building is full to its rickety brim with vintage furniture and simple functional and utilitarian products for the home with hidden corridors and dusty attic rooms that make it more museum than shoplike.

Gone Fishing

The boys have an amazing day out with Grandad John at the Deep.
Here are some of Little Wrens photos of the day!

Stylist to the stars

Heres a small peek into one of the most eclectic wardrobes around. A very talented stylist/blogger and who's (sometimes crazy) outfits never fail to make me smile! Check out Kat's inspiring blog for craft, fashion & fun.

Skimming

The simple things in life really are the best.