simple florals

I've been house sitting, looking after my mum's cat for a few days and took these photos of the little garden 'beach hut' yesterday,  it's had a spring clean ready for the summer and looks lovely at the moment...we use it to serve tea and cakes in during my open studio exhibition which is coming up in May. I think secretly we both love the idea of having our own little cafe, if only to have an excuse to buy more vintage china.

pinks and greens

 

Pretty pink presents, beautiful tulips and chocolates for Valentines.

green & white

The lace like flowers of some plants, such as Cow Parsley and Ground Elder are a source of inspiration for some of my own designs. Soft pale whites and creams against shades of green are always a favourite of mine.

Beautiful handkerchiefs with lace detail and embroidery.

I bought them at a flea market, I love the way they've been neatly folded and I cut the lace to reflect this on my design.

This is the zip purse I've just finished, it's simple but highlights the detail of the lace.