picture postcards

So, yesterday afternoon’s project was the second of the two cushions for Rachel’s mum, this time featuring some of her favourite places. It’s not quite finished yet, but I thought I’d post about it anyway. It’s been a bit tricky, to be … Continue reading →

tear-jerker

Just a quick post to share the result of my work on Rachel’s commission. I was a bit nervous as to whether it was what she had in mind, so I sent her a picture. Thankfully, Rachel is happy with it. … Continue reading →

showtime!

I know I’ve mentioned it before, but I thought I’d just remind you that the Vintage Playground showcase launches today, 1st September, at 11am (British Summer Time). I found myself getting all confused about the launch time yesterday, as the page … Continue reading →

a big responsibility

You may remember that a while ago I was commissioned by Rachel, a friend of mine, to make her a necklace. Well, she was very pleased with the result and I now have a new commission to work on for … Continue reading →

get stuffed!

No, not you dear blog readers! I was referring to my plushies! 😉 As you can see, I had a lovely productive afternoon yesterday whilst lad was out having fun at the Space Centre in Leicester. Bernette was behaving herself and there … Continue reading →

nun – done!

So she’s done, the cuddly nun. Sewn and stuffed. And I Just had to do a quick post to show you! She’s the first plushie / pincushion made from my recent fortuitous charity shop find. I’m somewhat discomfited by the thought … Continue reading →