ribbons and ricrac

One of the more popular pictures I shared recently was a collection of vintage trims. I spotted them on ebay and, tempted, had them on watch for a while. But in the end I didn’t buy them because they were a bit ‘spensive. But … Continue reading

box of delights

A friend of a friend had a garage sale yesterday. For those of you from sunnier climes unfamiliar with the concept, a garage sale is the British equivalent of a yard sale, only it takes place partially under cover due … Continue reading

button tin treasures

It’s funny, the things that aren’t buttons, but that nevertheless end up in button tins. I had cause to rummage through a couple of my button tins and jars yesterday, looking for heart-shaped buttons for cat noses. Other than buttons, this is … Continue reading

bits & bobbles

I know I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again… I’m definitely a better starter than a finisher. Today I should have been cracking on with making stuff for my shop and my stalls. I have lots to do. … Continue reading