Ring a Ding

Made for a lovely friends big day, this is the prototype in bronze which is a metal I've not worked in before. Pretty labour intensive but turns out a lovely colour so think i'll be using much more in future.

Superhero Party Craft

We had superheros stuck in jelly and spaghetti monsters, plus superhero cuffs to make and not forgetting the best cake ever!!!  

Batman Forever

It was little Finch's 3rd birthday today and we celebrated with a Batman Party!
I spent far too much time making Gotham City out of cardboard boxes but the mini superheros loved hiding inside and chasing 'The Riddler' round and round...

Pony Express!

Because we appreciate the loyalty of all our wonderful customers, all online purchases from www.aliceeden.co.uk
will now receive free UK shipping!!!
Saving you £7.50 on each purchase
So get shopping...

Spring Colours

Not forgetting the jewels!!

What with caravans, rhubarb and ebay, theres been little time for jewellery making, but here are some rings I've been working on for a commission using faceted black diamond beads, uncut diamonds & charms, layered to create an alternative to the traditional wedding band...

Ebay Away...

I'm a hoarder at heart and hate to say goodbye to anything precious that holds memories for me, but our little flat is bursting at the seams and I have had to sadly concede that its time to move on from all the beautiful wooden toys of the boys preschool years.

They have since discovered superheros & playmobil and it was with a heavy heart that I listed this  vintage hand painted beauty on ebay today.

All Mine!!

So, my growing caravan love couldn't be kept at bay for very long and last weekend I became the very proud owner of this little beauty.
One very careful owner since 1974, original fixtures and fittings all in perfect condition.
She is now living in a farmers field close by waiting for a little tlc and some new curtains!

The boys love her and Finch wants to leave home and live in her permanently!!
British summer, here we come...

House Envy

Loving the early 70's style of this place.
Lots of wicker, wood and greenery with some sheepskins thrown in for lux...

Rhubarb Gin & Tonic

One of my most precious childhood memories is of peering  into my grandad's pigeon coup, high up in the roof of his garage whilst my grandma was in the garden picking rhubarb. She was famous for her rhubarb crumble and the earthy, sharp, sweet smell of it boiling away always filled her kitchen.

It was only recently that I rediscovered the charms of this very british vegetable after a night of fine drinking in London's stunning art deco 'Bobbys Bar'. Their house special is a divine tasting rhubarb gin and tonic!!

I have been busy perfecting it at home and have found the perfect recipe.

Its the taste of spring and tastes (almost) as good without the gin for a 'school night' treat.

The Perfect Rhubarb G&T:

Combine 2 lbs of rhubarb, cut into 1-inch pieces with 3 cups or sugar & 3 cups of water and heat until sugar dissolves and mixture begins to boil. Turn down the heat and let it stew for  minutes or so.Strain the rhubarb (you can save it to make a crumble or eat with yoghurt & granola for breaky) reserving the syrup. 

Pour 1 1/2 ounces each of gin and rhubarb syrup over ice, add tonic water and finish with a sprig of mint.

More sequins than gold

Lots of Easter fun going on this week and not much jewelllery making!!
Can't say I mind too much...
Here are Wren & Finch's offerings!

Chocs away!

Wren & Finch's Easter offerings.
You can't beat a birds nest cake can you?

Chained Animals

In need of a bit of crafting?? Here are some kitsch necklaces to spruce you up a bit.

Here's a DIY guide to making them on www.flamingotoes.com.

Wings Clipped

For the bird lovers amongst you, check out these great necklaces by Handy Maiden.

Interested in our Pins?

Some summer shoes on our wish list.
See us on Pinterest for more summer lovin'.

http://pinterest.com/aliceeden/

Whiling away the hours.

We have now succumed to the charms of pinterest and are a bit addicted.

Join me and be inspired during this long long winter!!!

Here are some snippets of things we like...

Creative Copenhagen

Cultural Copenhagen

The magnificent Grundtvig's Church!
(check out my pinterest for the interior shots)

Kooky Copenhagen

I was whisked away on Friday for my birthday to the enchanting city of Copenhagen.
It was out of season for the enigmatic Tivoli Gardens (worlds oldest theme park) and the 'free state' of Christiana was unphotographable but we managed to find a few of the more obscure sights on offer...

Caravan Crush...

To fulfill a long standing need to create my 'room to die in' just like Richard Pryor did in Brewsters Millions, I think it may be have to be in the form of a caravan, so I can whisk those boys away in this summer. Pinterest and Ebay here I come!!!

Making Mothers Day Meaningful

I've been busy working on a few commissions this month and have loved making these bespoke, and very personalised necklaces.

They are designed to represent all the friends, family and loved ones in a persons life to create a piece of jewellery to cherish and treasure.

Using birthstones, star signs, initials, symbols and amulets each piece is unique and beautifully designed.

Prices start from £75. Email info@aliceeden.co.uk for further details

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!!