I have no words to describe Anne Ten Donkelaar’s work. I tried “beautiful” and “delicate”, but they really don’t do her flower constructions justice. Netherlands-based artist Anne constructs her intricate flowerscapes using real pressed flowers, paper elements and the odd butterfly … Continue reading
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summer sewing
Last year, I didn’t do any sewing at all over the summer. I wanted to be outdoors every possible minute. And it was great. But I have decided that this year, I will not give up sewing entirely over the … Continue reading
temptress
I just had to share this… Fellow fabric fanatic friend Rachel has opened an online shop – rainbowvintagehome.co.uk. And it is full of the most tempting treats you can imagine… Rachel’s selection of absolutely top-notch, finest quality, classic vintage fabrics … Continue reading
unfulfilled fondling
Today I got out my vintage linens from their hiding place in the spare bedroom. I felt I needed to give them a fondle, as I hadn’t had them out in ages. I have always loved this sort of napery. … Continue reading
guilty, but inspired
This post is by way of apology. I said I would restock my shop this week. But I haven’t started yet. In fact, I haven’t even unpacked my stock from it’s bags and boxes after the fair on Saturday. But … Continue reading
home from the fair
I had a very busy day at The Secret Garden Craft Fair on Saturday. The busyness started early. There is limited access to the venue, so everyone has to unload in relay, at set times. I was unloading at 8.15 … Continue reading