spring collection

I somehow managed to turn the mess above into these little snap frame purses. It took me ages to work out a pattern to fit the frame and get the shape right. I haven't quite finished them yet, but I'm happy with how they look so far. 

I've made a few of them using different prints and lace, I like the idea of displaying them on colourful ribbons at my next show in May.

 

 I'm really busy making lots of new pieces at the moment, so I'll be sharing more photos soon.

flea market buttons

What a rainy day! Hopefully these brightly coloured buttons should brighten it up.

My mum bought them from a flea market in Spain and they are still on their original display cards.  I can just imagine ladies flicking through them, trying to decide on a shape or colour to complete a new dress.

It seems a shame to remove them from the cards, I'm not quite sure what I will do with them yet?

Enjoy the rest of your week, whatever the weather.