going to the zoo

My sister and I used to sing along to this song in the car when we were small. Although the version I remember was sung by a very posh English lady. And it was daddy who was taking us to the zoo, not “momma”, … Continue reading

why I will never be rich

Yesterday I went to deliver some stock to my favourite local emporium of loveliness. Bee & Bird, which I may have mentioned before, opened recently just around the corner from me. My cat cushions had already sold out, so I thought I’d pop a … Continue reading

locally produced for you

It seems funny to talk about my having “stockists”. It’s not really something I ever anticipated, even after I’d started selling the things I make. I suppose it’s because I rarely make more than one the same of anything. Having … Continue reading

not over-thinking it

I’m not very experienced when it comes to supplying shops. So, on the rare occasions that I have to prepare stock for one to sell, I never really know what to take. Today I’ll be delivering some of my wares … Continue reading

project clean-up

Despite still feeling tired yesterday, I managed to motivate myself for a clean-up project. No, not my messy home. That’s scheduled in for after the sewing stops for Christmas. This particular clean-up project had to be started now, so that I can … Continue reading

local delivery

Today I’m on a mission to deliver my wares to a new stockist – how exciting! I’m dropping off cushions, tweeties, plushies and pendants at a brand new boutique called Locally Produced for You. The shop is the brainchild of … Continue reading