Bow Very Busy!

Since we last spoke I've been on holiday in Tenerife, my Mom came over from the states for a visit AND I started making again!!!

It all started with passing on a couple of bows I made for Miss Mouse that were a bit too small for her. I brought them to our toddler group. The mum that I gave them too offered me some pennies, but I said I'd rather she told people I can make bows if they wanted them. 

So, she did! In the few months since then I've been bow making mad!

A mother daughter duo!

This leopard print lovely was for a grown up girl!

Peppa Pig is super popular!

Minnie Mouse is also in high demand!

I've been having so much fun! So far everything I've made is by request, so each bow is bespoke. I'd love to make something for you! I'll ship anywhere on the globe! Just wait until you get your peepers on my ribbon collection!

My Good News!

I'm opening a market stall!!!!! I just had to blurt it out! It has been a looooooong road, I greatly appreciate that you have been along with me for the journey.
From toiling about what to do to raising money on ebay to fund the insurance to waiting and waiting and waiting... AND FINALLY - I will be a seller at Chester Market! 

Chester has had a Public Market since the 12th Century, its roots steeped in history from early Roman times! According to the Chester Market website: 

Chester Market used to be situated on Northgate Street next to the Town Hall, where it traded for over 100 years before moving to the current  site in Princess Street in 1967. The lively city of Chester, is steeped in history and, and has been attracting shoppers looking for bargains for thousands of years.

I've shopped at Chester Market often but I never thought about it's history. Now I'm going to be part of it as seller, pretty amazing really.
I have plenty of stock, but I've been making too just to be sure that I've got something to offer. I thought you might like a sneak peak....maybe???

Special Mother of the Bride Necklace. 

My fave earrings - 1930s rose beads. swoon. 

Vintage Button Cuff on wool felt. 

Vintage Button cuff on elastic.

Vintage Button cuff on elastic. Believe it or not these cuffs take over a hour to make!

same...

this one is made of teeny tiny buttons, vintage of course!

because we're all a little bit funky ;)

a very romantic charm bracelet of all vintage charms and beads!

Night Sky charm bracelet with vintage and recycled components.

I've really enjoyed making treasures for the market. I love having a goal! It helps me push myself. Because you're my friend, if you see anything you'd like to be yours I'll give you first dibs! Just let me know in a comment and I'll make up an etsy listing for you! {except the MOB necklace, that is reserved already!}

I am so happy to be sharing this news with you! I'd better go get scrubbed up! I'm headed into town to see my stall and take measurements! eeeeeeeeeeeeeee!

Love, Love, LOVE!

Phew! New Listings Finally!

I've been busy! I'm working on patching up my new/old 1946 sofa and chairs - yes, a vintage living room suite and sideboard and dressing table! I know you're gonna pound me for not telling you or posting pictures yet! I will eventually! I've also been making jewellery like mad and listing the jewellery to etsy! I started taking photos of the jewellery at about 11 and I've just finished listing things on etsy and it's 3:30!!!!!! I'm pooped!

I thought I'd show you my new pieces that I've just posted! I had been on an etsy downer for a few months, but after having two things purchased and then some non-etsy orders I've been encouraged to really push myself and get back in the ole saddle!

Here are some pics of what I've been up to!

Gorgeous Green Necklace

Carnival Colorful Bracelet

Food Lover Necklace

Classic Little Black Earrings

Bluebell Earrings

Vintage Blue Bird Brooch

Lush Purple Earrings

Come see me on etsy!!!!!

check out my gorgeous model!

This is my wonderful sister-friend Hailey James sporting some of my makes {vintage button earrings and vintage button cuff} :)
Hailey was my Maid of Honor and has been one of my closest friends for years. I never had a sister growing up, but now I have in Hailey.
She's an amazingly talented photographer too, you'll have to check out her site!