butterflies

I've been working on lots of lovely things for my etsy shop, some handmade vintage Christmas cards and some pretty little floral brooches. I can't wait to show you. I've been trying to take some decent photos, but it's been so dark and gloomy lately, I'm waiting for some winter sunshine.

So every spare moment I have, I'm stitching, beading, sticking and sewing my way through my days.

 

all that glitters...

A few shots from the last few days.....a little bit of calm, warm autumn light, white hyacinths waiting to flower, a messy workroom and a slight obsession with glitter.

 

velvet blues

 

 

I bought some velvet fabric ages ago in ink blue, dusky grey, bottle green and pale silver with the plan to make some soft pin cushions with vintage lace trims. I have only just rediscovered my velvet stash a few weeks ago and finally made the pin cushions and also a collection of clutch bags with beaded lace strips.

I'm really pleased with how they look, perfect for this time of year.

 

These will all be for sale, plus lots more lovely items at

 The OCG Christmas Exhibition  held in The Oxfordshire Museum in Woodstock from 17th November - 2nd January.

 

I've still got lots more to do.... what are you working on at the moment?

stay at home

I've woken up to the sound of pouring rain, but I don't mind too much if the weather is gloomy, as I've got a busy few days of sewing ahead, making pieces for a Christmas exhibition I am taking part in. So the plan is to stay at home and tuck myself away and get making! I've some pretty lace brooches and wintry velvet clutch bags to finish, plus I need to get started on a selection of handmade cards....well I had better get going then ......see you soon.