tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35955381276417828052024-03-19T08:47:19.950+00:00Mrs Crafty BA craft and homemaking blogMrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.comBlogger346125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-5124007130923772862016-12-31T17:30:00.000+00:002017-01-02T10:19:07.036+00:00Getting Ready for a Healthy, Happy and Productive 2017<div class="noborderdv" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
To say that 2016 hasn't quite gone to plan would be an understatement. I had big plans for all aspects of my life; the blog, the business and our home. With the year whizzing by in a flash along with a few personal challenges and the loss of loved ones, my plans have not transpired.<br />
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It hasn't been all bad though. Where I haven't achieved a few of my goals, I have achieved something else. Other than a years worth of fantastic memories with my family, knowledge and motivation are top of my list. I have learned so much whilst running my own business (<a href="http://hellomypa.co.uk/" target="_blank">Hello My PA</a>) and re-discovering my confidence in my professional abilities has served to remind me of my skills and how I can use those in 2017 to reach my goals.<br />
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This post isn't about looking back over what hasn't happened. Instead I am taking stock of everything I have learned, getting prepared for the year ahead and declaring that 2017, I am so ready for you.<br />
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Here is a little run down of the some of the things I am taking from 2016 to help me in my 2017 ventures.</div>
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<b>A healthy body (and healthy mind) can help you achieve SO much more!</b></div>
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2016 was the year that I discovered healthy eating and Zumba! My aim was never to lose weight (although I did lose 2 stone in the process) but rather to be fit and healthy. I have two little boys to keep up with and the days of going to the gym and yoga classes were well behind me. Two babies on and a habit of using biscuits for fuel caught up with me and I became very aware of my poor fitness levels. </div>
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A Fitbit helped me to keep track of my step count and hourly activity (I went with a simple one, the <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00CIV6990/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=B00CIV6990&linkCode=as2&tag=mrcrb-21" rel="nofollow">Fitbit Flex Wireless Activity Tracker and Sleep Wristband</a>) a weekly <a href="https://www.zumba.com/" target="_blank">Zumba class</a> (which is AWESOME) on a Sunday helped me to increase my energy levels and get a bit fitter (i.e. I was less out of breath running up the stairs) and the occasional bit of yoga at home along with using the stepper occasionally were my little changes that made a big difference.</div>
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I also dramatically reduced my refined sugar intake (stopped eating packs of bloody biscuits and cake), increased my water intake, discovered camomile tea and reduced my massive portion sizes. All in all I began to feel much healthier and fitter. My mindset improved, I started to sleep better and my energy levels increased which meant I was much more productive. The last couple of months have seen me do a u-turn on all of my lifestyle changes but keeping in mind how great I had been feeling I am ready to go back to my new found habits. </div>
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<b>Clothes and make up aren't scary</b><br />
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Along with feeling more energetic and more healthy, I felt the most comfortable in my own skin then I have since I was pregnant, you know, when its ok to be packed tight into massive leggings and eating stuff from jars without judgement! Jokes aside, I had sort of given up on clothes and make up was only worn when it was a special occasion, like a trip to the shops (*sigh*). In 2016 I found time and motivation to play about with skincare options, make up products and I even purchased new clothes that weren't jeans and baggy t-shirts!<br />
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I even bought some dresses! I have two that no longer fit around my waist after the Christmas period but I can't wait to fit into them again! I don't often post pictures of me on the blog but here is one of me in a little gem from <a href="http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/women%27s+designer+dresses/301,default,sc.html" target="_blank">House of Fraser</a>. It's a wrap dress and I was so impressed with material of it because it wasn't clingy. It just hung really nicely and I decided it would be great with a pair of heels (yeah HEELS, better get some more of those too) to go out or with something more casual. Check me out talking about clothes.<br />
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I actually feel so much more comfortable and confident in a dress which is something I never thought I would say. I have been browsing the <a href="http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/women%27s+designer+dresses/301,default,sc.html" target="_blank">House of Fraser dresses</a> (which just happen to be on sale at the moment) wondering what style I might go for next. Anyone who knows me at ALL will be surprised to hear me say that. I am normally a 'buy the same t-shirt in 4 colours' kind of girl.<br />
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<b>Everyone really does love Lego</b><br />
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2016 was also the year we went to Legoland. The boys absolutely loved it. I managed to buy Hubby B the massive Lego Millennium Falcon which he has wanted for a long time and Lego has totally taken over the Little Bs imaginations and our house; so much so that we are currently making plans for a guest room to be a 'Lego room'.<br />
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After selling a few more of these framed Lego letters via word of mouth, I am planning on opening up a small online store. What do you think? <a href="mailto:annie@mrscraftyb.co.uk" target="_blank">Pop me an email</a> if you would like to find out more about them! In fact, by way of getting this little venture off the ground, anyone who emails with the subject line 'I love Lego' can have 10% off the normal price. Hows that?<br />
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<b>Colouring books aren't just for children </b></div>
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I tried so hard not to jump on the adult colouring band wagon but in truth, it really is therapeutic. I only do a few minutes here and there but it just helps me to calm and refocus my mind. Your can pick up books and pencils from anywhere (it doesn't have to be expensive) and I highly recommend it if you often find yourself being a bit stressed out. Just sit at the table with a cuppa and focus on this for half an hour! </div>
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This particular book (<a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1780671067/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=1780671067&linkCode=as2&tag=mrcrb-21" rel="nofollow">Secret Garden: An Inky Treasure Hunt and Colouring Book</a>) is one of three in my collection and the range is just beautiful. They even do <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1856699463/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=1856699463&linkCode=as2&tag=mrcrb-21" rel="nofollow">Colour your own postcards</a> which are firmly on my wish list. </div>
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<b>Small changes can make a big difference</b><br />
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This is a broad statement and can apply to most things (as I mentioned before, I made a few small lifestyle changes which resulted in dramatic effects) but here I want to talk about our garden. I have noticed in 2016 that the small changes we have made to our outdoor space (which was otherwise just a square lawn) have helped to make the garden look more established and inviting. Hubby B loves growing beautiful flowers and I have enjoyed helping digging in flower beds and creating nice shapes and different levels in the garden. It is wonderful in the spring and summer to see all of the lovely colours come through. I am really keen to paint the back garden fences to create a nice backdrop like we have done in the front and dig in some more beds. If we win the lottery, I would really love to extend our patio area.<br />
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With our estate being new and building works still going on, the wildlife is not yet confident in visiting us. With this being integral to a thriving and established garden and our ecosystem or course, I am really keen to try and bring some more wildlife into the garden. As the colder months are upon us and as we head into 2017, we have been creating some aesthetically pleasing (for us, not the birds) bird houses, hanging bird feeders and making other small changes to try and make a more inviting environment for local wildlife. Having checked that hedgehogs can get into our garden we want to build a hedgehog house and we planned on acquiring a couple of hens in 2016 but that did not transpire either so hopefully that will happen in the next few months.<br />
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<b>You can paint everything!</b></div>
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After my visit to The Handmade Fair in September 2016 (where, by the way, Annie Sloan asked me if I was a bloody designer!) I became inspired to paint everything I own and everything I didn't own (I acquired a sideboard from a skip pile and some old chairs etc etc). I am just waiting for a dry day to get out into the garden and get the big items sanded and prepped. Meanwhile I am making do with smaller projects and the interior walls. I hope to indulge in more painting in 2017 as it is something I have found that I quite enjoy! </div>
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Father Christmas gifted me a copy of <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1782493565/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=1782493565&linkCode=as2&tag=mrcrb-21" rel="nofollow">Annie Sloan Paints Everything</a> and it is full of inspiring step by step projects for any level of experience.</div>
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<b>Productivity needs planning</b></div>
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One of the biggest learning curves for me in 2016 was the juggling act that is running a business, keeping a home, being a mother and writing a blog. Oh and looking after myself in the process. How we do it all I do not know. What I do know is that when I am more organised, I am much more productive. Over the last year I have met some wonderful people who are also business owners and parents and I have received various comments on my organisation skills. My growth in self confidence has helped to to recognise (in a none cocky kind of way) that this is a skill that I should put into practice all of the time and also something that I can help other people with. Since 2009 I have started my year with 'Project Me' by which I note down some goals for the year and how I am going to achieve them. It has never really been a strict process, just something to give me a little focus and inspiration. </div>
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In 2017 I will be launching a small course via email to help others to set their goals, become more organised and productive and achieve their aims You can find out more from my business site once it has launched in you fancy it! You can sign up to the <a href="http://hellomypa.co.uk/" target="_blank">Hello My PA Journal here.</a></div>
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Other than my annual Gruffalo family planner (<a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/2015/01/getting-2015-organised-with-gruffalo.html" target="_blank">which I review here</a> and buy every year without fail; <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01DWFBPX0/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=B01DWFBPX0&linkCode=as2&tag=mrcrb-21" rel="nofollow">get yours here</a>) and my trusty Filofax (yeah, I said it!) this year I am keeping track of all of my goals and tasks in this fabulous planner, <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01ILXCHQW/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=6738&creativeASIN=B01ILXCHQW&linkCode=as2&tag=mrcrb-21" rel="nofollow">The Master Plan</a> This is a great tool for any busy family, parent or business owner. It has monthly vision boards, a weekly and daily checklist section, five extra rows for each week (perfect for one row per family member or per goal), a space to note birthdays and meals daily, a couple of notes pages and a 2018 year to view. Perfect for noting down important dates as they come up. </div>
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I feel as if everything is set in place for a very productive 2017. I have spent a good couple of weeks away from laptops, phones and desktops just enjoying time with my family and friends and I feel inspired and motivated and ready to continue my life's adventures into 2017 and beyond.<br />
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Wishing you and yours a happy and healthy New Year!<br />
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*This post contains a couple of affiliate links and although all opinions and thoughts are my own and most of the things I discuss were purchased by me, I was sent one dress and a diary for the purposes of a review. I should also mention that I am not a nutritionist or a health professional and I have described lifestyle changes that worked for ME.<br />
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You may recall a while ago I shared with you <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/2016/06/making-home-link-up-35-upcycling.html">a piece of furniture that I had saved from a 'skip' pile</a> at a local charity donation centre. Before the weather turned too cold, I got to work sanding down the sideboard so I could get creative. I couldn't wait to get it prepped for some pretty chalk paints.<br />
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Whilst I was sanding the sideboard, I started to notice an odd smell. Probably years worth of 'scents' from wherever it had been. I then realised that I had neglected a mask and whatever was lurking in the wood, was probably making its way into my lungs. I stopped sanding (until I got some masks) but it did bring me to think about the safety aspects of DIY and the affects it could have on our health.<br />
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With a rise in popularity of upcycling furniture and remodelling, our homes are becoming more beautiful, but what about our health? Aside from the concern of drilling my fingers or dropping a hammer on my foot, I have never really considered that there could be a risk to my long term health when upcycling old furniture.<br />
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What do you know about mesothelioma for example? In a survey by Slater and Gordon 30% of the people answered 'don't know' when asked what caused <a href="http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/type/mesothelioma/">mesothelioma</a>. This type of cancer is actually mostly caused by exposure to asbestos which is more common than we think. Homes built up to the year 2000 could still contain asbestos and with a rise in old furniture making its way into our homes, can we really be sure that we aren't being exposed? Is asbestos really something you think about when putting a picture up on your wall or prettying up that vintage side table that you found in a charity shop? It hasn't been something that has crossed my mind.<br />
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With upcycling and DIY on the rise it is all too possible that we are exposing ourselves to asbestos without knowing it. Only 4% of people surveyed by Slater and Gordon's <a href="http://www.slatergordon.co.uk/personal-injury/" rel="" target="_blank">mesothelioma lawyers</a> rated sanding or sawing as a serious health risk and 49% percent had never taken precautions when doing DIY but what could really be in those dusty particles?<br />
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I am with the majority because I never would have thought about the dangers of asbestos in the side cabinet that I found and I didn't consider wearing a mask until I started smelling weird stuff. I also had no idea that asbestos caused mesothelioma which is a type of cancer. Although I don't feel the need to do any healthy and safety courses and put 'procedures' in place at home when I am getting creative, I will certainly be more cautious going forward, especially when sanding the furniture that I have found in a skip pile.<br />
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Here are some great tips from Slater and Gordon for healthy home improvements.<br />
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com525tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-35196687513804815962016-09-14T09:00:00.000+01:002016-09-14T09:00:06.966+01:00How to Make a Cork Brooch with London Craft Club<b>The exhibitors of The Handmade Fair are back with some great <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Tutorials" target="_blank">tutorials for you Crafty Bs</a>. </b><br />
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<b>Our last tutorial before the big weekend is <a href="http://www.londoncraftclub.co.uk/" target="_blank">Sonia of London Craft Club</a>. London Craft Club was founded in 2014 by Sonia Bownes to help busy Londoners fire up their creativity. Now she and her team of crafty experts put on original, exclusive craft workshops and socials all round London. If you want to get creative, make gorgeous stuff and meet crafty friends over cocktails and cake, London Craft Club is a great place to get started! </b><br />
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<b>Here is a little taster with a tutorial for making a crisp sharp cork brooch.</b><br />
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A cutting mat<br />
A scalpel<br />
A piece of Cork Laminate on PVC<br />
A piece of sticky-back lampshade vinyl<br />
Masking tape<br />
Your badge shape drawn on thin paper<br />
Gold brush and paintbrush<br />
Glue gun<br />
Badge fastening<br />
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Peel the backing of the sticky-back lampshade vinyl to reveal the sticky side.<br />
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Stick the cork laminate onto the sticky side of the vinyl.<br />
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Trim off the excess vinyl, just to stop it sticking to everything as you work!<br />
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Use masking tape to tape your vinyl backed cork to your cutting mat.<br />
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Tape your paper design on top of your cork<br />
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Use a scalpel to cut through all the layers – you really need to press and it helps to have a very sharp blade.<br />
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Discard the rest of the cork so you just have your shape.<br />
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Use masking tape to mask off the centre of your badge and use gold paint to pain round the edges of the cork.<br />
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Pull off the masking tape.<br />
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Use a glue gun to attach a badge fastening to the back of your badge.<br />
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Wear with pride!<br />
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<b>A simple and effective craft! This would make a great gift. I am going to have to add a few of these to my gift box. You can visit Sonia and the London Craft Club team at stand E70 at The Handmade Fair this weekend.</b><br />
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com124tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-68911401421043271002016-09-07T09:00:00.000+01:002016-09-13T15:22:55.564+01:00How to Make a Leather Tassel Keyring with Rosanna Clare<b>The exhibitors of The Handmade Fair are back with some great <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Tutorials" target="_blank">tutorials for you Crafty Bs</a>. </b><br />
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<b>The fabulous <a href="http://www.rosannaclare.com/" target="_blank">Rosanna Clare</a> joins us today to show us how to make this fabulous leather tassel keyring. This would make such a great gift and I LOVE the colour used in the tutorial. </b><br />
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<b>You will find Rosanna Clare on stand W108 at The Handmade Fair! </b><br />
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Below are instructions for making the tassel key ring shown in the photo (see image attached). I make a range of leather bags and accessories as well as running workshops to teach people leather craft skills and how to make their own accessories to take away with them after just a couple of hours. Follow the instructions below to make your very own leather tassel key ring. Please see my website for more details about me, my products and workshops:
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Leather<br />
Thick card for templates<br />
Cutting mat<br />
Metal ruler<br />
Scalpel/rotary cutter<br />
Pencil<br />
Copydex glue<br />
Masking tape<br />
Lobster clasp fastening or split ring<br />
Sand paper<br />
Clamp/bulldog clip<br />
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1. Draw around the tassel template (approximately 12cm x 12cm but you can adjust this to suit your needs) using a sharp pencil, on the BACK side of the leather and cut it out using your ruler and rotary cutter or scalpel. Repeat for the small fastening piece (6cm x 1cm).<br />
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2. Use a piece of masking tape to secure your leather to the mat. Place it 2cm from the top of the leather. This also acts as a marker. Cut the leather at 5mm intervals towards the tape using the ruler to guide you. I usually do this by eye but you can measure the intervals if you so wish.
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3. Feed the small piece of leather through the fastening hoop and apply a THIN layer of glue on the suede side on each end. Repeat along the top of your tassel and leave for a few minutes for the glue to dry clear.<br />
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4. Press the fastening ends together and the sand the outside with sand paper to create a ‘key’ for the glue. Apply more glue and leave to dry. Then carefully roll the tassel piece around the fastening as tightly as you can making sure you keep the top edge even as you go to ensure neatness.<br />
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5. Sand or scratch away with a scalpel to provide a key for the end section to be glued down. Apply more glue to the end section and press together once the glue has dried clear. Then fix with a clamp or bull dog clip for a few minutes while the glue hardens.
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Voila, your tassel is finished!<br />
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<b>I have never worked with leather before but funnily enough I have a piece of yellow leather in my fabric stash and this seems easy enough so I might give it a go! Thanks so much to Roanna Clare for sharing! </b></div>
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I used to read a lot. Not anymore. I also used to read and write a lot of poetry which is something that has been lost to me for some time. I was really grateful to have the opportunity to read some fun contemporary poetry, but I wasn’t expecting the other emotions that came with it and this book was a great introduction back into the world of beautiful and fun poems. Although I am not too sure that I am happy being outed as the Easter Egg eater! We’ve been busted Mums!
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The first poem grabbed my attention immediately. My mum was a ‘young’ mum and was never keen on the idea of being a Nanny too soon. She is still the same as the first poem and indeed enjoys a bit of vino but happily she took immediately to being a grandparent. The poems lead you through a journey of childhood through the eyes of a grandmother and I couldn’t help but draw many similarities to my own mother. Things she sometimes says and does. The emotions came from reading about feelings that I never considered that my own mother might have. Well, I may have considered but never really gave it an afterthought. I specifically connected with ‘Mother to Mother’ as the poem is based on the date of my birth.
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When I gave birth to Baby B, I developed a new found respect for my Mum and for the concept of motherhood in general. I was so excited to start on my own new journey and to embrace what it brought. Rather selfishly perhaps, although we recognised this was a special time for grandparents, I gave no real focus to their journey. <a href="http://www.dicastle.co.uk/" target="_blank">Di Castle</a> documents it brilliantly in these heart felt, warm and hilarious poems.
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I find it difficult to imagine that our maternal journeys will never really end, our roles will just change over time. It is not something I need to think about right now, except that my mother’s role has changed and perhaps Di Castle’s tongue in cheek representation has more truth in it than I will know at this point in time.
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com62tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-62739260617574880852016-08-31T09:00:00.000+01:002016-08-31T09:00:14.364+01:00How to Sew a Cube Pin Cushion by Jessalli<b>The exhibitors of The Handmade Fair are back with some great <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Tutorials" target="_blank">tutorials for you Crafty Bs</a>. If you haven't already planned your visit, don't forget to book your tickets using <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/2016/05/kirstie-allsopps-handmade-fair.html" target="_blank">the special Crafty Bs discount code.</a></b><br />
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<b>Today, Sophia of Jessalli is showing us how to make a very cute cube pin cushion. I should note at this point that the bee was not a pre-requisit but of course is an apt choice of fabric and I love it! </b><br />
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<li>Jessalli Meadow© Printed Fabric</li>
<li>Contrasting Fabric</li>
<li>Iron on interfacing medium</li>
<li>Card</li>
<li>Polyfibre Stuffing</li>
<li>Scissors</li>
<li>Sewing Machine</li>
<li>Needle and thread</li>
<li>Small Pebbles</li>
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Cut an 8cm square template from card and draw around it six times on your iron on interfacing. Cut loosely around them.<br />
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Iron four onto the back of your Meadow Print fabric, I made sure I placed each motif I wanted in the centres of each square.</div>
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Iron the remaining two onto your contrasting fabric. Cut all six squares out neatly.</div>
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Lay your squares out with the motifs facing the way you’d like them to finish. The two contrasting squares should be laid out above and below the top piece. This is your guide for sewing in the right order.</div>
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Sew the four Meadow print squares first. Joining the edges with your sewing foot lined up at the edge of each piece. Do this until all four are joined in a line. Press the seams out.</div>
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Next join the contrasting pieces to your top piece. Leave the same allowance at the start and finish of each of the pieces, you’ll need this allowance to join the sides.</div>
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Next fold the side of one of your contrasting pieces to line up with the side of your next-door Meadow piece. Join these leaving the same allowance at the start and finishing when it meets the stitches of your previous line at the corner.</div>
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Continue in this way until you have one side left to sew. I normally make sure this is one of the base sides.</div>
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You now want to sew this last side up leaving a 4-5cm gap in the centre. We will use this to turn and stuff our pin cushion.</div>
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Next turn your pin cushion the right way out through the gap and fill your pin cushion with the polyfibre stuffing. You want to fill it so it’s quite dense. Use a pencil end or crochet hook to poke the stuffing right into the corners </div>
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Next get your pebbles and place them neatly at the bottom, this will give your pin cushion weight and keep it standing the right way. Try and lay them flat inside to cover the base.</div>
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You can steam press the sides if you like, then insert your pins! Done!<br />
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<b>What a great project for someone wanting to get started with sewing. This of course could be done without the use of a sewing machine. I can't wait to visit Sophia at the Handmade Fair this Autumn, she will be on stand E130 for those wanting to check out what Jessalli has to offer. </b><br />
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<b>Hi Jenny. It is so great to have you on the Mrs Crafty B blog! What is normally your favourite way to catch up with a friend?</b><br />
Definitely a glass of wine in a nice little bar somewhere.<br />
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<b>That sounds good! So tell us a little bit about yourself.</b><br />
My name is Jenny and I live in London with my husband and two young children. I started my blog back in 2005 as a place to write about the crafts I tried and the different things I made.<br />
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<b>It is a great bog that is on my reading list! So what are you sharing with us today?</b><br />
I’ve recently finished a Liberty rainbow quilt for my daughter. I bought the ready cut strips from the Knitting and Stitching Show as I’m terrible at buying fabric and never being brave enough to cut it! The pre-cut strips made it much easier to start and I had a finished quilt in a couple of evenings. To add interest to the quilt top I cut little stars and hand-stitched them on. My daughter loves to feel for them in the night if she wakes up.<br />
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<b>I know the feeling with regards to cutting fabrics ha ha! So how and when did you learn to sew?</b><br />
My grandmother taught and encouraged me to sew when I was little. She made me my first sewing basket which I used for years. Now I love to read craft blogs and discover new skills and techniques online.<br />
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<b>What inspires and motivates you?</b><br />
I love making things for my chlldren or upcycling items for our house. Basically, as long as I have a couple of craft projects on the go I am happy.<br />
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<b>I love having a few 'WIP's' too! Where do you like to craft?</b><br />
It is my dream to have a craft room of my own. My husband has an office and a shed so it is a real bone of contention between us! For now I craft from the dining room table and blog from my laptop on the sofa. One day I will have some space!<br />
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<b>He should donate the office to you ;-) What is your favourite craft?</b><br />
Ooh, difficult as I love trying new crafts. At the moment I would say sewing doll quilts to hang on my quilt gallery wall, my collection of adult colouring books and die cutting with my Sizzix Big Shot Plus.<br />
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<b>The adult colouring books are so great aren't they. I have just started using my Sissix big shot to cut shapes from my finished pictures! So do you have any crafting tips?</b><br />
My favourite event of the year is the Knitting and Stitching Show. I’ve been going for the last couple of years, buying gorgeous fabric and taking part in workshops. <br />
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<b>Shows and exhibitions are such great places to get inspiration aren't they? So where can we find you online?</b><br />
I blog at <a href="http://the-gingerbread-house.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Gingerbread House</a> and I have lots of social accounts but my favourites are <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jennymakes/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://uk.pinterest.com/jennymakes/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>.<br />
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<b>What big plans do you have for the next 12 months?</b><br />
Ideally I’d love to return to work and get a job. I stopped working when my son was born in 2010. With my daughter starting Reception in September I am keen to mix with adults again and earn money to carry on buying craft supplies. 2016 will also see my finish my Shipping Forecast quilt which I’m excited about.
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<b>Quick fire round!:</b><br />
<b>Your favourite crafty tool?</b><br />
Sizzix Big Shot Plus
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<b>Your crafting hero?</b><br />
Mollie Johanson of Wild Olive
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<b>You're working on a project, what is on in the background?</b><br />
Classic FM, I belong to my local Choral Society so any choral music Is perfect for me
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<b>Favourite dessert?</b><br />
Crème brulee<br />
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<b>Crafting refreshments?</b><br />
Diet Coke and a Tunnocks Caramel Wafer <br />
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<b>Your favourite handmade item?</b><br />
A gorgeous doll quilt I received through a recent craft swap
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<b>Your favourite place?</b><br />
Bruges, Belgium
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<b>Three things that make you happy?</b><br />
My family, some time to craft and a hot chocolate with cream and marshmallows
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<b>Your biggest achievement?</b><br />
Probably my two children as being a mum is the hardest thing I’ve ever done!<br />
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<b>Jenny it has been so great to have you on Mrs Crafty B and I look forward to reading more crafty adventures on your blog.</b><br />
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<b>This week we are joined by Cricut. A world leader in </b><b>personal electronic cutting machines, Cricut enables people to achieve their creative
best. For 50 years, Cricut has sold tools that inspire creativity, including the Cricut electronic cutting
machine, Cricut Craft Room design software, and the Cricut Cuttlebug embosser and die cutter. Today,
millions of people use Cricut products to create projects, and Cricut products have won dozens of industry
awards, including, most recently, the Best Innovation Award 2014 from Hobbycraft. You will find them at stand E31 at The Handmade Fair but today they are sharing how to create a floral doily </b><b>cushion. </b><br />
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Personalisation in home décor has become a hugely popular trend in the last few years. Many people are embracing the idea of adding their own unique touch to a variety of items in the home. Whether it’s upcycling an old piece of furniture for a child’s bedroom or creating simple, but unique wall art including initials, place names or funny family traits, people love to own a totally individual item that shows off their personality in the place they live and love.<br />
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Creating projects yourself is a fantastic way to be able to own a totally unique item. With gadgets and technology now more advanced than ever before, budding interior designers can express their creativity in a wealth of new ways. Advancements in things such as digital cutting enables cost saving, flexibility and speed in the long run, particularly with items like the Cricut Explore Air, a digital cutting, writing / drawing and scoring machine.<br />
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Decorating cushion covers is a great way to personalise your room and is easily achieved using the Cricut Explore Air, its internet based software, Design Space™, and some iron-on vinyl. This project uses a floral doily image at 7” x 7”, but it can be re-sized to fit your cushion; or change the image completely either selecting another from the Design Space™ image library or uploading your own image.
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<b>Tip: </b>Cricut iron-on vinyl is available in twelve colours in lite and ten colours in glitter so the cushions can be decorated to complement any colour scheme.
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<b>You will need:</b><br />
Cricut Explore Air machine<br />
Cricut Design Space™ software<br />
12” x 12” standard grip cutting mat<br />
Cricut Iron-on Vinyl lite – white<br />
Cricut tool set<br />
Plain cushion cover and filler<br />
Iron<br />
Muslin/cotton cloth or greaseproof paper<br />
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<b>How to Make it:</b><br />
<b>1)</b> Connect the Cricut Explore Air to the pc/laptop/Mac, log on to your Design Space™ account. Select ‘home decor’ from the categories menu and locate the ‘Floral Doily Cushion’ project.
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<b>2) </b>To create the project as designed, click ‘Make it Now’. To resize the project or change the flower or leaf type, click ‘customise’.
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<b>3)</b> The image can be re-sized either by first highlighting the image and then dragging the corner point:
the size appears in a black text box as the image is altered: or applying a known measurement into the ‘Edit’ window.<br />
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<b>4)</b> The image can be changed by first highlighting then deleting the one pre-loaded, then either selecting another from the image library (‘insert image’) or uploading an image from your own system as a .jpeg, .bmp, .gif, .png, .svg, or .dfx file.
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<b>5) </b>Cut the flower from white Cricut iron-on vinyl lite: remember to check the ‘mirror image for iron-on’ box on the mat preview screen.
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<b>TIPS:</b> Use the scraper tool to apply the iron-on vinyl to the cutting mat to ensure good contact.
Use the spatula to carefully lift the whole piece of iron-on vinyl from the mat.<br />
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<b>6)</b> Use the weeder tool to carefully remove the unwanted white iron-on vinyl (the area around the image).
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<b>7)</b> Follow the instructions on the Cricut iron-on vinyl packaging to attach the flower on to the cushion carefully using an iron and press cloth.
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com32tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-70665456866057104022016-08-17T09:30:00.000+01:002016-08-17T09:30:14.751+01:00Make a Pompom Garden Seat Cushion with Multipom<b>The exhibitors of The Handmade Fair are back with some great <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Tutorials" target="_blank">tutorials for you Crafty Bs</a>. If you haven't already planned your visit, don't forget to book your tickets using <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/2016/05/kirstie-allsopps-handmade-fair.html" target="_blank">the special Crafty Bs discount code.</a></b><br />
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<b>This week, <a href="http://www.multipom.com/" target="_blank">Multipom</a> join us with step by step instructions on how to create your own pompom garden seat cushion. They will be at stand W3 at the fair so be sure to pop by, say hi and get your free pompom! </b><br />
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Here is how to use your multiple pom poms to decorate a cushion.<br />
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1. Choose a square cushion with a plain cover or make a plain cushion cover in a fabric of your choice.
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2. Divide the measurement of each side of the cushion by 4.
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3. Measuring this distance across the cushion, place a pin to mark the cushion at 3 points across and 3 points down. Adjust whilst measuring to ensure the 9 points are evenly spaced.<br />
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4. Repeat this on the other side of the cushion.
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5. Put a tiny pencil mark where the pins cross. This is where you will place the 9 flower shapes and pompoms.<br />
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6. Cut 9 squares of felt each approximately 6cm square in colours of your choice and cut a flower shape out of each. By starting with a square this will ensure they are all approximately the same size. Cut a paper pattern to follow if required.<br />
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7. Use a Multipom pompom maker to make lots of pompoms each approximately 2 – 3cm diameter. You will be able to make 8-12 identical ones at a time with your Multipom. 9 will be needed for the flowers and extra will be required to decorate the corners or edges of the cushions. Once again, make these in any colours of your choice and using any yarn. If the yarn you’re using to make the pompoms is weak, use a stronger yarn to make the ties.<br />
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8. Using a large eyed sharp needle (a chenille needle is ideal), pass one tie of the pompom through the felt flower and right through to the back of the cushion, matching the pencil marks on either side. Repeat with the other tie a short distance away, pull tight to pull the cushion pad in and secure with a double knot on the back.
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9. The ends can be finished off with a bow or passed back through the pompom on the front.
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10. Repeat for all 9 ‘flowers’ to produce a tied quilted cushion.<br />
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11. The corners or edges of the cushion can be decorated by attaching pompoms to the cushion in the same way as above ie. Passing each tie of the pompom through to the back a short distance away from each other before tying in a double knot on the back.
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<b>Thanks so much to Multipom for sharing their tutorial on how to decorate a cushion using lots of pompoms. Who doesn't love pom poms? What was the latest pom pom project you worked on? </b><br />
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<b>As you will know if you are a regular reader, I love a bit of crochet. When the image of today's featured item landed in my inbox, I couldn't help but smile. I love the way the colours work together and how they are so bright and cheerful in a calm kind of way. This lovely crocheted blanket was made by Maura from <a href="http://themessybrunette.com/" target="_blank">The Messy Brunette</a>.</b></div>
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<b>Hi Maura, I love your blog and it is great to finally have you over at Mrs Crafty B. What is normally your favourite way to catch up with a friend?</b><br />
These days its out for a coffee and cake. My social activities are somewhat curtailed with 2 smallies in the house. <br />
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<b>Ha ha. I hear you! My two love a coffee and cake date now too! So tell us a little bit about yourself.</b><br />
Oh where to start?! Well I am Irish and I turned 40 last year, still in denial of course. Married with 2 small people. We lived in Shrewsbury, Shropshire for 2 years and sometimes we regret moving back, we try to go back every year. I worked in administration for years and years but I always liked crafty things, it wasn’t until I was at home with some time on my hands and old house to do up that I started getting more involved. I love dark chocolate & I have a fear of dogs but own a Bernese! <br />
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<b>That sounds like a story in itself Maura. I did have to check that was actually a dog! What about the handmade item you are sharing with us?</b><br />
This is my vintage rainbow blanket that I am making for myself – one to hand down! I saw this first over on Happyinred.nl blog, she calls it the Diamond Stitch Blanket. It’s an easy enough pattern to try and it’s nice to sit down at night and do a few rows while watching telly. <br />
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<b>How and when did you learn to crochet?</b><br />
I always loved looking at crochet, it seems more interesting that knitting. When I was pregnant in the UK about a few years ago I couldn’t get out much so I decided to try and teach myself. So I googled and googled and you tubed until I got it. Still learning really. <br />
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<b>I learned in a very similar way and it is so addictive and therapeutic isn't it? What inspires and</b><br />
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Well the house we moved into was my husband’s home place and needed a face lift so that motivated me to get going on projects especially on upcycling furniture as they never threw anything out! I love looking at blogs for ideas & seeing someones else take on things. One of the reasons I started my blog was to document my work <br />
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<b>Other blogs are my go to source for inspiration. I love seeing what has been tried and tested. Where do you like to craft?</b><br />
Well I did up an old room & use that as my craft room. I love spending my time in there. We wallpapered the floor and upcycled an old writing bureau which I blogged about and moved all my bits in there. I like to crochet at night on the sofa watching some telly though! <br />
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<b>I remember reading about those projects. I am totally jealous of your bureau. It is write up my street! What is your favourite craft?</b><br />
I seem go through fazes of different crafts but I always come back to crochet. <br />
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<b>Do you have any crafting tips?</b><br />
When I am working on a project or thinking about a project, I like to do a bit of research on it, then I pin stuff to Pinterest to reference later. I am a newbie at Twitter but have found lots of people there, twitter chats are a great way to connect with other likeminded people so I am learning! Link ups are great too. Not really a fan of Facebook but I am in a few groups there, they can be good to get help with. If you are starting a project like painting just make sure you have everything prepped & you have the paint, nothing worse than starting and stopping! <br />
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<b>Where can we find you online?</b><br />
You can find me here:<br />
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themessybrunette/" target="_blank">TheMessyBrunette </a><br />
Twitter: @<a href="https://twitter.com/messymaura" target="_blank">messymaura </a><br />
Pinterest: <a href="https://uk.pinterest.com/MessyBrunette/" target="_blank">messybrunette</a><br />
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<b>What big plans do you have for the next 12 months?</b><br />
Thinking about opening an online shop but not really sure<br />
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<b>Quick fire round!: </b><br />
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<b>Your favourite crafty tool?</b><br />
My hooks! <br />
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TodayFM or sometimes I just like the quiet. <br />
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Coffee, chocolate, love hearts ….. in no particular order!<br />
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My crochet mandalas that I put in hoops hanging in my kitchen <br />
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My craft room <br />
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Family, food & craft supplies! <br />
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Starting my blog <br />
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<b>Maura, thanks so much for sharing a bit about yourself via Meet The Maker. It is great to host such likeminded people. Crafty Bs, if you don't already follow The Messy Brunette I suggest you go find Maura in her virtual spaces for more beautiful and inspiring craft projects. </b><br />
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Baby B turned a big ol' 5 this week. I cannot believe that it was 5 years ago that my first born made his dramatic entrance into the world. Most odd is the feeling of how long ago it seems but at the same time it feels like yesterday. I remember the whole experience perfectly and our journey as parents at Crafty Bs HQ has been amazing. Every day throws up its challenges but equally brings joy, smiles and complete heart wrenching love. </div>
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com120tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-20608600410269693672016-08-10T09:16:00.000+01:002016-08-16T21:52:22.309+01:00How To Create Your Own Air Plant Terrarium by The Indoor Botanist<b>The exhibitors of The Handmade Fair are back with some great <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Tutorials" target="_blank">tutorials for you Crafty Bs</a>. If you haven't already planned your visit, don't forget to book your tickets using <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/2016/05/kirstie-allsopps-handmade-fair.html" target="_blank">the special Crafty Bs discount code.</a></b><br />
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<b>Today's guest will be found on stand E80 at The Handmade Fair this September. With a totally unique range of planted terrariums <a href="https://www.theindoorbotanist.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Indoor Botanist</a> will bring inspiration, peace and the joy of nature into your home or workspace. In this post, they are sharing how to create your own air plant terrarium.</b><br />
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<a name='more'></a>It is of course possible to create a terrarium using succulent plants, cacti and miniature indoor plants.<br />
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The reason we are showing you how to create an Air Plant terrarium is because Air Plants do not need soil to grow in and can be placed on virtually any surface or just free stand; you can even hang them. So the possibilities for arranging them are endless, easy and so much fun. You can also rearrange them at any time because there is no soil and rooting system to disturb.
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The proper name for Air Plants is Tillandsia, of which there are around 700 species native to the forests, mountains and deserts of Central and South America, the southern United States and the West Indies.
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At the indoor Botanist we provide a range of terrarium cases and all the plants and accessories for you to create your own Air Plant Terrarium. The following instructions are just one example of hundreds of different ways you could create one, and it is also possible to use any glass container and any accessories you choose and design your own. With Air Plants you can just let your imagination run wild. My grandson has even created a terrarium using a Lego House and Lego people in a large glass jar, and filled it with Air Plants. It looks amazing – and he’s only five years old!
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<b>Step 1: </b>Select your terrarium case and accessories. Any glass vessel with an opening will do. We have a range of over fifteen lovely ones for you to choose from and will use our Victorian style pyramid made of coated copper and glass for this example. This measures approximately 22 cms high and 20 cms wide at the widest point.
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With this case and the accessories listed below, we are going to create a Beach Scene Terrarium. You will need:<br />
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Sand<br />
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Dried Finland Reindeer Moss (Red and Green) <br />
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2 seashells<br />
3 Air Plants (not shown in the first photograph).<br />
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<b>Step 2: </b>We put the sand in the base and blue grass gravel for the sea, and some Natural Forest Moss at the back.<br />
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At the Handmade Fair, we have a range of cases, air plants and accessories for you to choose from to make your own ‘Create It Yourself’ terrarium, and also a big selection of ready-planted terrariums with Air Plants, Succulents. Orchids and miniature indoor plants.
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Last weekend we went on a trip to visit family. The drive can be up to 4 hours on a good run (just one stop) so it is always a challenge with our Little Bs. The journey home this time however was particularly exciting as we stopped for a day at Legoland! Legoland can be a particularly expensive trip but with our Tesco Clubcard points we were able to get a great deal on tickets. If you have never exchanged your Tescos vouchers for 'days out' vouchers , I highly recommend it as it is a great way to save a lot of cash of family fun and is especially useful during the summer holidays.</div>
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com25tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-28889845515352514072016-08-01T09:00:00.000+01:002016-08-01T09:00:22.471+01:00Meet The Maker: Zoe of ZoFlo<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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Whenever I catch up with friends, it usually involves food! I love going for lunch/dinner or even a nice cupper and a slice of cake. <br />
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<b>Gosh that sounds perfect. A cuppa and cake is spot on! Tell us a bit about you.</b><br />
I am a craft blogger who has a passion for sewing. I enjoy learning new things so do love to dabble with lots of other crafts too. I started my blog in my final year of University to help keep me sane (or to avoid doing University assignments…) and 3 years on I am still blogging away.<br />
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<b>What about the handmade item you are sharing with us?</b><br />
I have recently made myself a floral decoupage candle holder which I am sharing with you today. I have really gotten in to decoupage recently as it is such a simple craft. I did this one whilst cosied up on the sofa watching TV! <br />
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<b>I totally agree. I have really enjoyed the simplicity of decoupage and the results you can achieve. Where did you learn to decoupage?</b><br />
I first came across decoupage when I went to a Craft Fair last summer. They had a “Make & Take” section to their stand so I went over to have a go. I immediately loved it as it is so easy to do and looks really effective. You can decoupage everything as well – so far I have done glass jars, a photo frame, a book and plastic bottles. I am keen to take on something bigger though – perhaps a coffee table… <br />
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<b>I haven't been brave enough to try something like that yet. What inspires and motivates you?</b><br />
I love looking at what other craft bloggers do. They inspire me the most. It is such a lovely community to be a part of as well and we often share tips and ideas on Twitter. If I am ever struggling for ideas or need motivation, I will browse Pinterest. I have lots of project ideas pinned to many different boards on there, I just wish I had the time to actually do them all! <br />
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<b>I hear you ha ha. Not enough time for the list! I also agree that the craft blogging community is a fab source of inspiration. Where do you like to craft? </b><br />
When it’s a little too cold to go upstairs to my little craft room, I like to craft at the dining table. I also like to be able to chat to my other half or watch TV whilst I craft. <br />
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I absolutely love sewing. It all started at a young age for me, as I use to do little sewing projects with my Gran. I then went on to study Textiles for my GCSEs and A Levels. I only really used to do home furnishings as I was too scared to make my own clothes, but recently I have been brave and have started to experiment with the odd item of clothing. I have plans to make myself a dress to wear on my holiday which scares me a lot, but I enjoy the challenge and hope it will help me to improve my skills. <br />
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<b>I would love to see your dress once you are done. Do you have any crafting tips?</b><br />
I often take part in <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23CraftBlogClub&src=typd" target="_blank">#CraftBlogClub</a> which is a group discussion on Twitter every Tuesday evening at 7pm. We exchange ideas, tips & any project updates we may have. It is nice to have a regular place to chat to likeminded people.<a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23CraftBlogClub&src=typd" target="_blank">#CraftBlogClub</a> also run various challenges throughout the year which are always good fun. I have previously taken part in a Spring Clean Challenge, Secret Santa and at the moment we are doing a “Craft Resolutions” Challenge.<br />
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You can find <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ZoFloBlogger" target="_blank">ZoFlo on Facebook</a>, on <a href="https://uk.pinterest.com/ZoFlo1990/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> and of course on <a href="https://twitter.com/ZoeLouisaWhite" target="_blank">Twitter (@ZoeLouisaWhite)</a><br />
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<b>Do you have any big pans for the next 12 months?</b><br />
I keep saying that I would love to sell my own items, so perhaps 2016 will be the year that I test the waters! Selling your own products is very daunting, but if I don’t give it a proper go I know I will regret it. Watch this space… <br />
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<b>I will be sure to. Ok so a quick fire round!: </b><br />
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<b>Your favourite crafty tool?</b><br />
My pinking shears! <br />
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<b>Your crafting hero?</b><br />
I love May Martin from the Sewing Bee. She seems like such a lovely lady! <br />
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The TV or Radio 1<br />
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<b>Favourite dessert? </b><br />
Chocolate Fudge Cake<br />
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<b>Crafting refreshments?</b><br />
A good cup of tea! <br />
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<b>Your favourite handmade item?</b><br />
I have a small footstool I upcycled that I keep in my lounge, hidden away so no one can ruin it! I painted the legs cream and covered it with beautiful elephant patterned fabric. <br />
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<b>Your favourite place?</b><br />
Paris! I went there last year for a long weekend with my boyfriend. It was our first holiday today so a very special place for us both. <br />
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<b>Three things that make you happy?</b><br />
Summer BBQs, winter walks & my boyfriend! <br />
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<b>Your biggest achievement?</b><br />
Graduating from University! <br />
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<b>Thanks so much for featuring on <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/p/meet-maker_30.html" target="_blank">#MeetTheMaker</a> Zoe. Keep us posted on your craft selling and sewing ventures! </b><br />
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We're back! I hope you have missed the <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/p/making-home.html" target="_blank">#MakingHome</a> link up as much as I have for the last couple of weeks. We took a little break whilst we shared some great interviews with exhibitors and crafty folk who will be attending <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/2016/05/kirstie-allsopps-handmade-fair.html" target="_blank">Kirstie Allsopp's, The Handmade Fair this September.</a> If you missed the series, you can <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">catch up with the interviews here</a>. I recommend you do. If you are heading to the fair, there are some exclusive offers on the blog and if you haven't got your tickets yet, there is <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/2016/05/kirstie-allsopps-handmade-fair.html" target="_blank">a special discount code</a> to be found in each post as well as a link <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/2016/06/making-home-link-up-33-win-pair-of-full.html" target="_blank">win tickets for the event!</a> To say I am excited about the fair is an understatement and having interviewed lots of the people going, that excitement is now top level. I have already planned what food I want, what coffee I want, what stalls I NEED to go to and in some cases, I already know what is going to be on offer and I have started a fair fund! Anyway, I digress.</div>
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Since I last told you about our decorating ventures, we have FINALLY painted and wallpapered our utility room. We have also picked paint for our bedroom and the bathroom and I am now making plans for the home office. It is actually crazy in the office and I really need to get organised with <a href="http://hellomypa.co.uk/" target="_blank">Hello My PA</a> having taken off quicker than I thought. Other projects that I have in the pipeline over the next few of weeks include sewing bean bags, zip pouches, up-cycling furniture and having a go at making teddy bears with <a href="http://www.amazingcraft.co.uk/" target="_blank">Amazing Craft</a>.</div>
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Not forgetting to mention that of course the summer holidays are upon us. It has been a massive juggling act to manage work, the blog and make sure I give the Little B's what they need AND keep myself sane. I think we're good though. The first couple of weeks have flown by.<br />
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I have linked up <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/2015/07/top-tips-for-keeping-your-little-ones.html" target="_blank">'Top Tips for Keeping Your Little Ones Entertained Over The Summer Holiday</a>' today to inspire you if you are stuck for ideas or fancy trying something new. Recently I contributed to <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/2016/05/making-home-link-up-32-101-budget.html" target="_blank">101 Budget Friendly Ideas for Your Summer Adventures</a> which is jammed packed full of ideas and I recommend checking it out.<br />
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com39tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-89276397871112723842016-07-17T09:00:00.000+01:002016-07-29T11:11:50.441+01:00Ernest Wright and Sons Ltd via Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair <b>Welcome to our #MeetTheMaker special, <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair</a>. </b><b>Every day for two weeks we will meet some of the fabulous creatives who will be attending this year's <a href="http://www.thehandmadefair.com/" target="_blank">Kirstie Allsopp's 'The Handmade Fair'</a>. The fair will run from 16th - 18th September 2016 at The Green (Hampton Court Palace).</b><br />
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<b>For our final instalment, we have something a little different. <a href="http://www.ernestwright.co.uk/" target="_blank">Ernest Wright and Sons Ltd</a> have been producing hand crafted scissors since 1902. As a household name, supplying long lasting beautiful tools for everyday projects, I couldn't pass up an introduction to the company from Managing Director Nick Wright before The Handmade Fair. </b><br />
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<b>Hi Nick. It is great to have you on Mrs Crafty B. Would you like to introduce yourself and your company?</b><br />
I am managing director of Ernest Wright and Son Limited – “scissor-makers to the trade”. We are a family business that my great-Grandfather started in Sheffield in 1902.
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<b>I am very pleased to be hosting Ernest Wright! In keeping with the Meet The Maker feature, you are sharing a handmade item. Can you tell us about it?</b><br />
These are ‘Antique‘ Stork Scissors, a traditional pattern of embroidery scissors that we have made for well over a hundred years.
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<b>They are beautiful (and on my wish list now. I would love to have a pair in my sewing box!). Tell us more about the skills used to make these beautiful tools. </b><br />
We have been established in our trade now for over one hundred and fourteen years! Our skills have been passed down from our masters to our apprentices, from generation to generation. We still make things “the proper good old-fashioned way” - and I have no plan to change that any time soon.
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<b>I am glad to hear it. It is a testament to the company that you have stood the test of time and the fact that you have kept traditional crafting skills alive is amazing. Long may that continue. Can you tell us more about the founder of Ernest Wright and Sons Ltd?</b><br />
My great-great Grandfather Walter was a ‘little mester’ in Sheffield in the 1800’s. A little mester was someone who performed out-work for larger companies in the cutlery trade. My great-Grandfather Ernest decided that making fully-finished scissors would be a better way to go, so he officially formed the company as ‘scissor-makers’ at the turn of the (20th) century.
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<b>What a fabulous heritage and a great way to continue such skill. What inspires and motivates you?</b><br />
Quality, tradition and our customers - and especially that look on their faces when they pick up a pair of our scissors for the first time and go “WOW!!”
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<b>I am sure you get that a lot. It is great that your customers reactions are such a considered motivation. So where else can we find you online?</b><br />
We are on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ernestwrightltd/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="http://www.instagram.com/ernestwrightandson/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://www.twitter.com/ernestwrightltd" target="_blank">Twitter</a>.<br />
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<b>Have you been to The Handmade Fair Before?</b><br />
This will be our third year at the Handmade Fair. Visitors can always expect a wonderful time. I do lots of shows but this one is a bit different, with an incredibly friendly and relaxed feel to the whole event. Also the food (and prosecco!) stalls are amazing.
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<b>I literally can't wait. The atmosphere has been talked about again and again in <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">this Meet The Maker interview series!</a> What are you most looking forward to about The HandMade Fair?</b><br />
Did I just mention the amazing food and prosecco stalls?<br />
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<b>Haha. I am sure I will find you there! What will visitors find at your stand? </b><br />
Our own visitors will find our good old-fashioned Made in Sheffield dressmaking shears and craft and embroidery scissors - for sale, or just to try out on our stand.
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<b>I am sure I will find you there too. I'll be sure to pop by. What will you be up to between now and The Handmade Fair?</b><br />
Right now I’m super busy with our <a href="http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/scissors/ernest-wright-and-son-ltd-scissors-hand-made-in-sh" target="_blank">Kickstarter campaign</a> to resurrect our lovely design of all-purpose Kitchen Scissors!<br />
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<b>Wow. Good luck with that. Tweet me the link and I will be sure to share. Right Nick, this is our final quick fire round of the series. Go!</b><br />
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<b>Your crafting hero?</b><br />
Has to be Wendy Ward at MIY Collection
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<b>Name three stands you will be visiting at The Handmade Fair?</b><br />
Coolcrafting, Dandelion Designs, Floss and Mischief, Toft Alpaca (I know that’s four but I can’t choose between!)<br />
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<b>(Cheeky! I'll let you have that; LOVE Toft Alpaca!)</b><br />
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<b>Your favourite handmade item?</b><br />
My kitchen scissors in my kitchen drawer, hand-made by my Grandad fifty years ago and still going strong.
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<b>(Thats the best answer of the series. Love that!)</b><br />
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<b>Y</b><b>our favourite place?</b><br />
Yorkshire! (with Côte d’Azur maybe a close second).
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<b>Favourite beverage?</b><br />
A nice glass of wine.
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<b>Favourite chocolate bar?</b><br />
A nice glass of wine.
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<b>Three things that make you happy?
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Health, wealth and complete fulfillment (still working on all three!)
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Running my family company.
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<b>Describe The Handmade Fair in 5 words or less.
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Kirstie’s crew are flippin‘ fab!
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<b>That they are! Well Nick, it has been an honour to have you conclude the <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">Meet The Maker's of The Handmade Fair special</a>. I will be sure to stop by and say hello at The Fair! </b><br />
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<b>Well folks. That's it! It has been an amazing two weeks, meeting fabulous makers who will all be attending The Handmade Fair. You can catch up with all of the <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">interviews here</a> and don't forget you have a <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/2016/05/kirstie-allsopps-handmade-fair.html" target="_blank">special Crafty Bs discount code</a> to use when you are booking your tickets and you can <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/2016/06/making-home-link-up-33-win-pair-of-full.html" target="_blank">win yourself some tickets here</a>.</b><br />
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-82842138900238378212016-07-16T09:00:00.000+01:002016-07-29T11:11:50.437+01:00Gabrielle Vary Knitwear via Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair <b>Welcome to our #MeetTheMaker special, <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair</a>. </b><b>Every day for two weeks we will meet some of the fabulous creatives who will be attending this year's <a href="http://www.thehandmadefair.com/" target="_blank">Kirstie Allsopp's 'The Handmade Fair'</a>. The fair will run from 16th - 18th September 2016 at The Green (Hampton Court Palace).</b><br />
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<b>Confession time. I have an addiction to scarves. Alongside biscuits and stationery, they are just something I can't say no to. I have found a BEAUTIFUL collection of them on <a href="http://www.gabriellevary.co.uk/" target="_blank">Gabrielle Vary Knitwear</a> (i literally need them all) and I will be visiting designer Gabrielle at the fair for sure. </b><br />
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<b>Gabrielle, it's fab to have you on the blog. Can we start off with a little about you?</b><br />
Nestled next to the South downs on the outskirts of Brighton, I design, make and finish beautiful knitwear from my studio in Sussex with an emphasis on quality and design.
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<b>Your designs are fabulous. I am totally drawn to your style and I have my heart set on one of your scarves! You're sharing something else today though. Tell us a bit about it.</b><br />
This is one of my favourite jade green ponchos featuring a white and grey chevron detail. Like all my knitted products it is made in my little studio on one of my vintage knitting machines. Each item is made using the finest British spun lambswool.<br />
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<b>I don't know what by favourite thing is; how it is made, what it is made with or the gorgeous design! How and when did you learn to create items in this way?</b><br />
I studied in Winchester School of Art for 3 years from 2007 learning how to use domestic and industrial knitting machines as well as other crafts around knitted textiles. From there I worked at various knitting companies learning new skills as I went along. I mainly work on domestic machines now however I’m still learning everyday. I love constantly building on my skill set.
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<b>When did you turn your creative skills into a business?</b><br />
My final collection at University was made up of cushions, throws, wraps and hot water bottle covers, once I had my graduation show people started to ask if they could buy pieces from my final collection so I started selling off pieces and creating new pieces to sell. I then started to take my collection to craft fairs and shows and eventually setting up a little shop on Etsy. The demand kept growing so I kept building the business step by step until two years ago I was able to stop my other jobs and focus on the business full time.
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<b>I can certainly see why there is a demand for your product Gabrielle. So what inspires and motivates you?</b><br />
My inspiration can come from the most unusual places. It can be fashion magazines or a walk in the country, it can be seeing an outfit on someone or a splash of colour on the side of a building. I love constantly taking photo’s of inspiration to use at a later date when needed. My studio walls are full of random shots I’ve taken or found on Pinterest of patches of colour combinations or pattern choices. The weirder the better!
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<b>Can we find you on social media?</b><br />
Yes! I am on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/gabriellevary" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/GabrielleVary" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/gabriellevary/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/gabriellevary/" target="_blank">Instagram</a><br />
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<b>Fabulous. Have you been to the Handmade Fair before?</b><br />
This will be my second year exhibiting at the handmade fair, last year was great and there was such a buzz about the fair. I’d say come early as last year the tents got very busy, it’s such a great event with so many lovely stands! Make sure you pop to the food hall too, yum!
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<b>I am getting more and more excited with each interview I read from you guys. It just sounds so exciting. What are you most looking forward to this year.</b><br />
I really want to head to a talk this year as I was so busy last year I wasn’t able to. The Liz Earle talk looks great. I also can’t wait to see what other lovely stands they have again this year to start off my Christmas Shopping! Oh and of course meeting the lovely Kirsty!
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<b>I am hoping to catch Kirsty for a cuppa myself! Ha ha! Where will we find you at the fair?</b><br />
At stand W19. I’ll be selling my beautiful handmade knitwear- scarves, ponchos, cardigans and cushions as well as lots of cute knitted hearts, hotties and mini lavender cushions.<br />
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<b>I am totally on the scarves (can you tell?). I keep going to your website to try and decide which one I want! What will you be up to between now and fair?</b><br />
Knitting away ready or the fairs ahead, creating new poncho and cardi colour ways as well as trying to get a holiday in before the hectic Christmas rush starts!
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<b>Oh Christmas! *sigh* Time goes too quickly. Right a quick fire round before you go. </b><br />
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<b>Your crafting hero?</b><br />
I don’t think I really have one although I do admire so many small business owners who have turned their passion into a business.
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<b>Name three stands you will be visiting at The Handmade Fair?</b><br />
Stitch Kits London, Pinkster Gin and Bad Brownie.
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<b>Your favourite handmade item?</b><br />
My wedding dress.
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<b>Your favourite place?</b><br />
Paris with my husband.
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<b>Favourite beverage?</b><br />
Prosecco<br />
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All of them!!
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<b>Three things that make you happy?</b><br />
Eating and drinking, sunshine and walks in the country.
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<b>Your biggest achievement?</b><br />
Setting up my own business.
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<b>Describe The Handmade Fair in 5 words or less</b><br />
Colourful, lively, busy, beautiful, fun!<br />
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<b>I had to try so hard not to respond to your quick fires Gabrielle but I am saying that Bad Brownie is on my radar! Thanks so much for taking time to share with us and we will see you in September! </b>
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-6210743508568956712016-07-15T09:00:00.000+01:002016-07-29T11:11:50.429+01:00Ama Gyan via Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair <b>Welcome to our #MeetTheMaker special, <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair</a>. </b><b>Every day for two weeks we will meet some of the fabulous creatives who will be attending this year's <a href="http://www.thehandmadefair.com/" target="_blank">Kirstie Allsopp's 'The Handmade Fair'</a>. The fair will run from 16th - 18th September 2016 at The Green (Hampton Court Palace).</b><br />
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<b>Amma of <a href="http://wear-me.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">Me by Amma Gyan</a> is sharing a homemade decor item made from material from a scrap store. If you're a regular reader, you'll know this is right up my street. </b><br />
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Hi Amma! Tell us a little bit
about yourself</span></b><br />
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">I’m a Leo and very much a Leo. I’m a doer, a believer in God and all
things spiritual. I love to make and create and think it’s amazing to have an
idea make it real, share it and experience the joy that someone else receives
from it. Finally I’m Ghanaian born Londoner, mum of two, wife of Irish farmers
son, kind of living the dream and grateful for every moment.</span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">What a great introduction Amma. What about the
handmade item you are sharing with us?</span></b></div>
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<span lang="DE" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Lemoncello
asymetric pouffe. So it’s a Saturday morning and I’ve hit the scrap store. I’d got
there early as they‘re only open for a couple of hours and the good stuff flies
out. As usual I head straight into the brightly coloured patterned section and
came across lilac grey and yellow fabric which I loved. Just as I was thinking
what should I team this up with, another customer pulled out the textured
yellow fabric, gave it the once over then put it back – I grabbed it, it was
just what I needed and just enough. You never know what you‘re going to find at
the scrap store which is really exciting -everything I make is has been
selected by chance. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="DE" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Unlike most of my
pouffe designs I decided not to finish this one with my signature sticthing – I
didn’t think it needed it. I love the end result and so did that one lucky
customer.</span><span lang="DE"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">It's great. I love the fabrics. Isn't it amazing what you can find at scrap stores and what fab items you can make with them? How did you learn to make items like this?</span></b><br />
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">I made my first pouffe, almost two years
ago to date. I saw one on pinterest, loved it so decided to make one. Coming
from a pattern making background it was easy to figure out how to do this. I
started with my Moroccan inspired shape then went on to design my own pattern
from scratch. The hardest part of making the pouffe is stuffing it. Second to
the stitching it’s the most time consuming part of the process. Figuring out
how to stuff it and what with was another challenge that was achieved with time
and error. </span><span lang="DE" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">When and why did you
decide to turn your creative skills into a business?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">I’ve
always wanted to do what I’m doing as a child, so I feel very lucky. Ultimately
I made the decision to set up my own businesses because after finishing my
degree in Multimedia and Information Systems I realized that it wasn’t what I
wanted<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>to do however time wasn’t on my
side (so I thought, I was only 23 at the time). So I decided I couldn’t compete
with the flow of people coming out of Central St Martins, so I would have to
set up on my own and try to build credibility over time. I registered the
business in 2003 and have been figuring it out ever since.</span><span lang="DE"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">What inspires and motivates you?</span></b><span lang="DE"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="DE">Colour, texture and my desire for it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Can we find you online? <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b>You can find me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mebyammagyan/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, </b><b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><a href="http://www.wear-me.co.uk/" target="_blank">my website</a>, </span></b><b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><a href="http://twitter.com/mebyammagyan" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and </span></b><b><span lang="DE"><a href="https://uk.pinterest.com/ammagyan/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">So is this year your first
at the Handmade Fair? <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Yes
this is my first year at The Handmade Fair and I’m very excited because I think
it suits my product and brand well. </span><span lang="DE" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">What are you most
looking forward to?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Showing
off! Hahaha. Showing people my stuff, hopefully meeting lots of new customers,
possibly getting a glimpse of Kirsty. But in all honesty just getting out there
and sharing my wares in what I hope will be a lovely atmosphere and
environment.</span><span lang="DE" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">What will visitors find
at your stand?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">I’ll
be selling my pouffes, leather accessories, macramé wall art and my ever
popular moulded leather Masai earrings. I have a few freebies for pouffe orders
made on the day and for everyone that purchases from me who you mention you.</span><span lang="DE" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Is that another Crafty Bs special?! I think so! Thanks so much Amma. So where will we find you? <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">I will be at stand W68</span><span lang="DE" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">What will you be up to
between now and The Handmade Fair? <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Stock
stock stock! Making constantly to keep on track. It’s what has to be done to be
ready whilst working round two children. I’ll be working on some new items
especially for the show as well.</span><span lang="DE"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Such hard work being self employed with children. Fab job and I hope the fair is everything you want it to be. Quick fire
round then. </span></b></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Name three stands you
will be visiting at The Handmade Fair?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="DE">Not sure yet but I’m a sucker for supplies so a
haberdahsery I‘m sure.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Your favourite handmade
item?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">My
moulded leather earrings – I wear them everyday. </span><span lang="DE"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Your favourite place?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Where
ever my friends and family are.</span><span lang="DE" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Favourite beverage?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="DE" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Lemon flovoured drinks,
particularly fresh still lemonade.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Favourite chocolate bar?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Snicker
bar, ooo or a biscuit boost, no bounty! Sorry I’m creative…</span><span lang="DE" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Three things that make
you happy?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">My
children, sharing and selling and love.</span><span lang="DE" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Your biggest
achievement?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Hanging
in there and still doing what I’m doing. And designing for Jigsaw.</span><span lang="DE" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Describe The Handmade
Fair in 5 words or less.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Exciting,
unique and fun.</span><span lang="DE" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-10288669951455628162016-07-14T09:00:00.000+01:002016-07-29T11:11:50.388+01:00Hayley Louise Crann via Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair<b>Welcome to our #MeetTheMaker special, <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair</a>. </b><b>Every day for two weeks we will meet some of the fabulous creatives who will be attending this year's <a href="http://www.thehandmadefair.com/" target="_blank">Kirstie Allsopp's 'The Handmade Fair'</a>. The fair will run from 16th - 18th September 2016 at The Green (Hampton Court Palace).</b><br />
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<b>I have always been fascinated by the ability that some people have for translating beautiful life like designs onto paper with the use of pencils. Such a simple tool means that beautiful prints like this one, depend solely on talent of the creator. In this case, the artist is <a href="http://www.hayleylouisecrann.co.uk/" target="_blank">Hayley Louise Crann</a>.</b><br />
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<b>It is great to have you featuring your work on Mrs Crafty B Hayley. Can we have a little fact about you?</b><br />
I am obsessed with detail, pencils are my favourite to create intricate hand drawings, always based around my favorite subject….Nature!
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<b>The detail in this print is amazing. Tell us about a bit about it.</b><br />
This is a Limited Edition Print ‘Leaf Decay‘. Hand drawn in pencil this design was inspired by the process of decay, looking at the way plants changed in texture and detail as they started to decompose.
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<b>Absolutely fascinating and so beautifully interpreted. How did you learn to draw in such an intricate way?</b><br />
I have been drawing since before I can remember, it’s always been one of my favorite things do. During university I really had chance to experiment with different media but always seemed to come back to the traditional pencil. Over the past few years my skills have developed as I have become more and more obsessed with the finest of details.
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<b>When was it that you decided to turn your creative skills into a business?</b><br />
Once I graduated I decided that if I didn’t give it a go working for myself I would always wonder if I could have ever made it work, so I decided to just do it! It’s now four years on and I haven’t looked back.<br />
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<b>Where do you take your inspiration?</b><br />
I find inspiration from everywhere; other designers, artists, magazines, and within nature. I’m always collecting images of things I like to put up in my studio, I like to have a wall of inspiration for those
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<b>Can we find you online? </b><br />
Yes I am on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/hayleylouisecrann" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://www.twitter.com/hayleycrann" target="_blank">Twitter</a>.<br />
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<b>Great. We shall come and find you. Will this be your first at the Handmade Fair? </b><br />
Yes! I’m feeling a little nervous but mostly excited.
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<b>That tends to be the general feeling amongst other exhibitors I have interviewed. I get the sense that it is going to be a great atmosphere. What are you most looking forward to?</b><br />
Meeting lots of other makers and hopefully lots of lovely shoppers.<br />
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<b>What will shoppers find at your stand then? </b><br />
You‘ll find the odd offer on lots of stationary and prints from a range of my collections. I‘ll be taking along my pad and pencils too so you might catch me doing a sketch or two. I‘ll also be taking orders for commissions. I will be at stand W26<br />
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<b>Hopefully I will catch you in action. What will you be up to between now and The Handmade Fair?</b><br />
Releasing my new Sea life Collection, completing a few commissions and doing other craft shows.
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<b>Good luck with the new collection. Ok, a quick fire round!
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<b>Your crafting hero?</b><br />
Jon Tremaine
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<b>Name three stands you will be visiting at The Handmade Fair? </b><br />
Ben Rothery Designs, The Paper Hare and The Silver Shed.
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<b>Your favourite handmade item?</b><br />
My painted sheep skull. (painted by me)
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<b>Your favourite place?</b><br />
St Ives, Cornwall
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<b>Favourite beverage?</b><br />
Long Island Iced Tea
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<b>Favourite chocolate bar?</b><br />
Boost
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<b>Three things that make you happy?</b><br />
Nice Shoes, Food and Cocktails.
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<b>Your biggest achievement?</b><br />
My business
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<b>Describe The Handmade Fair in 5 words or less</b><br />
Exciting Opportunity for Designer Makers.<br />
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<b>I am so pleased to be featuring your beautiful print on our Meet The Maker special Hayley. I look forward to seeing you at the fair. </b><br />
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-38598115632901988972016-07-13T09:00:00.000+01:002016-07-29T11:11:50.418+01:00Unique of Le Ekhaya via Meet The Makers of the Handmade Fair<b>Welcome to our #MeetTheMaker special, <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair</a>. </b><b>Every day for two weeks we will meet some of the fabulous creatives who will be attending this year's <a href="http://www.thehandmadefair.com/" target="_blank">Kirstie Allsopp's 'The Handmade Fair'</a>. The fair will run from 16th - 18th September 2016 at The Green (Hampton Court Palace).</b><br />
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<b>This bright statement piece is being shared by Unique of <a href="http://www.leekhaya.com/" target="_blank">Le Ekhaya</a>.</b><br />
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<b>Hi Unique. We would love to know a bit more about you.</b><br />
Hi! I am a creative and I love what I do. My mind is always buzzing with new ideas and trying to imagine new ways of crating hand made jewellery that just make a STATEMENT. I've just recently graduated from Regents University with a BA in Fashion Marketing and this really opened my eyes within the creative industry.
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This is my favourite piece and it's called the Shoulder Duster. It's an elegant statement piece that is very daring. It's very lightweight and can be worn to any occasion. This is part of the new collection that features statement earrings in varied jewel tone colours and will be available on the website in July. I make handmade statement jewellery using a wounding technique which I have developed over the years to create unique pieces.<br />
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<b>It certainly is statement and looks perfect for the summer months. When and how did you learn the wounding technique that you have used? </b><br />
The technique I use has been developed over many years and was inspired by the way Zimbabwean women used to wound their hair in black cotton. I'm a fashion designer by trade but last Christmas I wanted to take a break from pattern cutting and designing and I started playing with embroidery thread wrapped around a wooden spoon. The idea just took off from there.<br />
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<b>How did you decide to turn your creative skills into a business and what inspires or motivates you?</b><br />
I've always wanted to run my own business and be my own boss and this has given me that opportunity. I am motivated by being told no. This has always made me question why. I knew I had a gift from when I was very young and I just kept pushing.<br />
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<b>Good for you! I look forward to seeing some more of your work. Meanwhile, can we fine you online? </b><br />
I am on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/leekhaya/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LeEkhayaLTD/" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/BossXcentuate" target="_blank">Twitter</a><br />
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<b>Is this year your first at the Handmade Fair?</b><br />
Yes this will be my first year and I'm uber excited and a tab bit nervous.<br />
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<b>What are you most looking forward to?</b><br />
Looking to be inspired by all the people out there that have made creating not just a hobby but a business.<br />
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<b>It is just going to be amazing isn't it? There will be so much inspiration on so many levels! What will visitors find at your stand? </b><br />
Hmmmm loads of offers and unique one off statement pieces that will be revealed at the fair. I will be on stand E24. Up until the fair I will be found at Sptitalfields Market in London Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.<br />
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<b>Thanks Unique! So a quick fire round for fun!</b><br />
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<b>Your crafting hero?</b><br />
Not being Corny but it has to be Kirsty<br />
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<b>Your favourite handmade item?</b><br />
My shoulder duster earrings
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<b>Your favourite place?</b><br />
Seychelles<br />
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<b>Favourite beverage?</b><br />
Mocha<br />
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<b>Favourite chocolate bar?</b><br />
Turkish delight (not many places have it)<br />
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<b>Three things that make you happy?</b><br />
My family, my studio and adventure<br />
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<b>Your biggest achievement?</b><br />
Being asked to design a silk blouse for the Qatar Goodwood Races on the 28th of July<br />
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<b>Describe The Handmade Fair in 5 words or less</b><br />
A collective of inspirational individuals
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<b>Thanks so much for sharing Unique. We will see you in September for inspiration galore! </b><br />
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-51909804668434829952016-07-12T09:00:00.000+01:002016-07-29T11:11:50.425+01:00Rosie of The New Craft House via Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair 2016<b>Welcome to our #MeetTheMaker special, <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair</a>. </b><b>Every day for two weeks we will meet some of the fabulous creatives who will be attending this year's <a href="http://www.thehandmadefair.com/" target="_blank">Kirstie Allsopp's 'The Handmade Fair'</a>. The fair will run from 16th - 18th September 2016 at The Green (Hampton Court Palace).</b><br />
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<b>Rosie Scott of <a href="http://www.thenewcrafthouse.com/" target="_blank">The New Craft House</a> joins us today for a bit of a natter about first time nerves, a craft blog that turned unexpectedly into a business and running workshops at festivals this summer! </b><br />
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<b>Hi Rosie! It's great to have you on the blog. Want to introduce yourself to the Crafty Bs?</b></div>
Hi! I am Rosie, I’m 26, I live on a boat in London and I’m one half of The New Craft House. I run the business with my friend Hannah and we make craft kits and run craft workshops.
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<b>On a boat? I am intrigued. Sounds to me like you are living the dream. Tell us a bit about the handmade item you are sharing with us </b><br />
I made this bow tie using our newest kit, a Bow Tie Sewing Kit. It was one of the first proper samples of the kit we made and I loved how it turned out! The kit comes with everything you need to make the bow tie and there’s a choice of three prints, this one is called Flight.
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<b>It is so bright and fun. I bet these kits are popular. Hubby B would probably love to sport this haha. When did you start sewing? </b><br />
When I was a child. My Mum was always sewing things and she taught me the basics. It was after University though when I really started to sew more regularly - I wanted to make all the clothes I couldn’t afford to buy! I love the freedom that sewing gives you over your personal style.
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<b>How did your love for sewing transpire to a business? </b><br />
Me and Hannah set up our craft blog after leaving University with no ambition for it ever to become a business. After winning the Cosmopolitan Best Craft Blog award though we started being approached by brands who wanted to work with us. The business kind of grew organically from there and we now work full-time on it.
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<b>Wow, how great for it to grow into a lifestyle for you guys. So great that you can do what you love full time as a career. Where do you take inspiration?</b><br />
I find inspiration in traditional crafts so places like the V&A and the William Morris Gallery are my go-to sources of inspiration. Beautiful prints, clothes and tapestries especially.
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<b>Are you on any social media platforms? </b><br />
You can find us on <a href="https://twitter.com/newcrafthouse" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/newcrafthouse/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thenewcrafthouse/" target="_blank">Facebook.</a><br />
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<b>Great! So is this year your first at the Handmade Fair?</b><br />
Yep this is our first year! We’re feeling a bit nervous but everyone tells us that it’s their favourite fair so we’re sure it will be great.
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<b>I've heard such great things Rosie. I am a first timer too and I can't wait. What are you most looking forward to?</b><br />
We like catching up with all the people in the craft community that we know. People who run businesses and will have stalls and also visitors and bloggers who have become our friends over the past few years.
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<b>It is just going to be such a great atmosphere, I can tell. What will we find at your stall?</b><br />
We’re going to have a couple of show special offers on our kits as well as a giveaway! We will be at W40.<br />
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<b>Do you have anything going on in the run up to the fair? </b><br />
We’ve got a busy summer of running workshops at festivals. Bestival is the biggest - we’ll be there running tie dye workshops all weekend. Hopefully some time off to relax in the sun too!
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<b>Oh my goodness, thats sounds amazing! Well I hope you have a great summer Rosie, Quick fire round before we finish?</b><br />
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<b>Your crafting hero?</b><br />
William Morris
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<b>Name three stands you will be visiting at The Handmade Fair?</b><br />
Hannah Bass Tapestry, The Fabric Fox, Tilly and the Buttons
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<b>Your favourite handmade item?</b><br />
A cushion that my Grandmother embroidered with beetles and bugs.
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<b>Your favourite place?</b><br />
Wherever I’m travelling along the canal on my boat.
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<b>Favourite beverage?</b><br />
Hot chocolate
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<b>Favourite chocolate bar?</b><br />
Crunchie
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<b>Three things that make you happy?</b><br />
My cat, knitting, dancing.
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<b>Your biggest achievement?</b><br />
Winning a business award from UCL.<br />
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<b>Describe The Handmade Fair in 5 words or less</b><br />
Fun, modern, inspiring, colourful, crafty.<br />
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<b>Thanks so much for sharing with us today Rosie and I will see you at The Handmade Fair in September along with lots of other Crafty Bs I am sure. I hope you manage to get a little break in beforehand! </b></div>
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-22299316638768633562016-07-11T09:00:00.000+01:002016-07-29T11:11:50.402+01:00Michelle of Stupid Cats via Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair<b>Welcome to our #MeetTheMaker special, <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair</a>. </b><b>Every day for two weeks we will meet some of the fabulous creatives who will be attending this year's <a href="http://www.thehandmadefair.com/" target="_blank">Kirstie Allsopp's 'The Handmade Fair'</a>. The fair will run from 16th - 18th September 2016 at The Green (Hampton Court Palace).</b><br />
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<b>Who doesn't need notebooks? Who doesn't need stupids cats in their life? You absolutely have to check out <a href="http://www.stupidcats.co.uk/" target="_blank">Stupidcats</a>. Read on to find out more about Michelle, the creator behind Dave and Co! </b><br />
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<b>Michelle you have already won me over with this image! This isn't all about the cats though. Tell us something about you </b><br />
Er, hmmm. Okay, I've drawn and written since I was little, and worked in the printing industry after leaving school. I was introduced to Macs in the late 1980s and ended up moving to London doing technical support on Mac graphic design software, then ended up working in graphic design. Then I moved to Iceland (as you do!) and taught music, whilst drawing and selling my artwork in a little gallery. Seven years later I moved back to the UK and started working in the railway industry (as you do!). I still work in that industry full time, whilst using every free moment I get to work on my art!<br />
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<b>Baby B just decided the first place he wants to go on a plane to</b><b> is Iceland, as you do! Anyway I digress, Tell us more about the item you are featuring today</b><br />
This is one of my handmade notebooks, featuring Dave the stupidcat! I've always been fascinated with bookbinding - right back to being little and de-construcing books to see how they were made (whoops, sorry books!). I also became seriously addicted to beautiful paper when working as a graphic designer in London. It's only recently that I've had the time to research bookbinding techniques, and start by learning simple pamphlet binding so I could make my own notebooks. I wanted every last bit to be handmade, so my notebooks are hand folded, the holes for stitching are hand punched, and I sew each notebook together with waxed thread. Then they're all pressed overnight, then hand trimmed with a knife. I even screen print the lined paper myself, because you can't buy the beautiful paper I use inside my notebooks pre-printed with lines. The covers are yummy Colorplan card, and each one is hand printed.<br />
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<b>They are just so cool. I have always want to have a go at book binding. When and how did you learn to do it?</b><br />
It's all self taught. From researching about paper grain, folding, stitching, the best threads to use etc... everything came from hours and hours of research, testing sample materials, making prototypes... It takes me a long time to squeeze all this in around my fulltime job, but I don't like to compromise - I want to make top quality things with top quality materials, doing as much myself as I can rather than outsourcing. I made my first notebooks in September last year.
When and why did you decide to turn your creative skills into a business?
In the mid-90s I used to sell my drawings in a little gallery in Iceland, but it it wasn't until 2009 after being made redundant that I started drawing again, really to try and relieve the stress of trying to find work. Then I discovered Etsy, and plucked up the courage to open a shop. I joined the Craftbritannia team, and met a lot of like-minded creative folk that really helped me gain confidence in myself and my drawing, which helped me hugely begin to believe in myself again after all the stress of the work situation. So thank you, Craftbritannia!
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<b>I am so glad you continued. So what inspires and motivates you?</b><br />
Inspiration comes from anywhere and everywhere! Motivation... I just want to make things that make people smile and hopefully bring a little bit of pleasure to people's lives!
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<b>That is such a great reason to do something in life. Where can we find more from you online?</b><br />
I am on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/stupidcats" target="_blank">Facebook,</a> <a href="https://instagram.com/idrawstupidcats" target="_blank">Instagram,</a> <a href="https://www.twitter.com/idrawstupidcats" target="_blank">Twitter,</a> <a href="https://stupidcats.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy,</a> <a href="https://stupidcats.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">the Stupidcats blog</a> and on <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/idrawstupidcats" target="_blank">Pinterest, </a><br />
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<b>We won't be able to resist the cats! Is this year your first at the Handmade Fair?</b><br />
Yes! At the moment, I'm a bit scared! But also really excited! I've only ever done three small fairs before, so this is a big step up and I'm determined to enjoy it!<br />
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<b>What are you most looking forward to? </b><br />
Meeting lots of fellow crafters, a lot of whom I've become acquainted with online through Etsy. It'll be so good to finally meet them for real!
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<b>It is so strange having an online network and not getting to see them isn't it. So exciting. What will visitors find at your stand?</b><br />
I'll be launching my hand printed tote bags at the fair, and am hoping to run some offers - probably linked to social media. I'm still finalising my plans, so keep your eyes peeled! I'll be on stand W52.<br />
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What will you be up to between now and the big weekend!<br />
Working my full time job whilst desperatley squeezing in time to build up stock and perfect new product ranges!
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<b>I can't believe you do this alongside full time work. Ok, quick fire round!</b><br />
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<b>Your crafting hero?</b><br />
Rook's Books - I went to a Craft's Council fair in London back in the early 1990s and was mesmerized by the chap sitting quietly at his stand, marking proper leather-bound hardback books. I'd always been fascinated by how books were made, and seeing someone actually doing it was amazing! I remember thinking... "One day..."!<br />
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<b>Name three stands you will be visiting at The Handmade Fair? </b><br />
Mine (!), and if I can get away to explore then I'll be visiting The Etsy stand, and fabric stalls - I need to source some yummy fabric ready for my next project, which will be appliqué cushions using my cat designs so I need to source the perfect fabric. Some of my fellow Etsy sellers have stands too, so I'm hoping to have time to drop by their stands too.<br />
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<b>Your favourite handmade item?</b><br />
Currently a gorgeous handmade silver necklace which my other half bought me from Harvest Moon Jewellery on Etsy for my birthday.<br />
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<b>Your favourite place? </b><br />
Anywhere that makes me feel good.<br />
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<b>Favourite beverage?</b><br />
Coffee, tea, or real ale! And cake, obviously.<br />
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<b>Favourite chocolate bar?</b><br />
Mint aero.<br />
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<b>Three things that make you happy? </b><br />
My other half, cats, and drawing/writing.<br />
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<b>Your biggest achievement? </b><br />
Every time I recieve lovely feedback from someone who's bought one of my creations feels like my biggest achievement to date!<br />
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<b>Describe The Handmade Fair in 5 words or less</b><br />
Crafty explosion of colourful creativity!<br />
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<b>Michelle, it has been a pleasure. I can't wait to visit your stand at the fair (I have already been mooching on your online store!) We will see you there! </b><br />
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com37tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-18027392418018678232016-07-10T09:00:00.000+01:002016-07-29T11:11:50.392+01:00Made by Lottie Day via Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair<b>Welcome to our #MeetTheMaker special, <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair</a>. </b><b>Every day for two weeks we will meet some of the fabulous creatives who will be attending this year's <a href="http://www.thehandmadefair.com/" target="_blank">Kirstie Allsopp's 'The Handmade Fair'</a>. The fair will run from 16th - 18th September 2016 at The Green (Hampton Court Palace).</b><br />
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<b>Today, <a href="http://www.madebylottieday.com/" target="_blank">Lottie Day</a> shares on of her most popular handmade items and I can see why they are! </b><br />
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<b>Thanks for joining us Lottie. We would love to know a bit about you to start off</b><br />
I’m a Norfolk based artist and textile designer. I produce a range of hand-printed, hand-made products for use in the home, garden or at the beach.<br />
My work is based on my line-drawn illustrations, which are screen printed onto canvas and adapted into products such as shopping bags, napkins and even double deck chairs!
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<b>What about the napkins you are sharing with us?</b><br />
My Allotment Napkins are definitely my most popular product. They feature illustrations of Turnips, Swedes and Parsnips. I’m always helping my Dad on his allotment and the things he digs up provide a constant source of inspiration.<br />
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<b>They are fab. I especially like the colours. So when did you decide to turn your creative skills into a business?</b><br />
After finishing University in Falmouth, I started up my own gallery and shop in Norwich. It was really inspiring to interact with artists and makers but it also made me realise that I'd stopped being creative myself! So I bought a sketchbook and started drawing again.<br />
I taught myself to screen print, it gave me the power to adapt my illustrations into all kinds of exciting creations. Before I knew it I was selling at craft and design fairs and getting orders from the USA.
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<b>It is so easy to get lost in others creativity. I am glad you rediscovered yours! Tell us what inspires and motivates you?</b><br />
The Norfolk countryside absolutely influences my work, the majority of my illustrations are based on plants or animals that I’ve spotted around the county.<br />
Screen printing is a very satisfying process, it’s almost addictive! I need very little motivation to get working, I’m most comfortable when I’m in the studio.
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<b>I get a great sense of the countryside from your work and I love that your illustrations translate that into home decor items. Where can we find you online?</b><br />
<a href="http://www.instagram.com/madebylottieday" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="http://www.twitter.com/madebylottieday" target="_blank">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/madebylottieday" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.<br />
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<b>Have you been to The Handmade Fair before?</b><br />
This will be my second time, I had a really brilliant time last year, the standard of work is so high. I’d definitely recommend booking up a workshop or two, you can come home with a new skill!<br />
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<b>I can't wait to do some workshops! What are you most looking forward to this year?</b><br />
Spending all my profits on the other stalls! And eating cake.
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<b>I am totally with you on the cake! What will visitors find at your stand and where will we find you?</b><br />
Last year I had a lot of requests for printed fabric, so I’ll be putting together some special designs for budding seamstresses! I will be at stand W98.<br />
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<b>Oooo interesting. I will be sure to stop by to check them out! What will you be up to between now and The Handmade Fair?</b><br />
Printing and sewing like a woman possessed!
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<b>Haha. I look forward to meeting you Lottie. Ok a quick fire round!</b><br />
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<b>Your crafting hero?</b><br />
Maija Isola (Marimekko)
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<b>Name three stands you will be visiting at The Handmade Fair?</b><br />
Lucy Elisabeth, The English Stamp Company and Gabrielle Vary.<br />
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<b>I love The English Stamp Company. What is your favourite handmade item?</b><br />
I love automata! Works of art that move when your turn a handle, I recently bought some beautiful little pieces by <a href="http://stleger.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">L & A St. Leger</a>.<br />
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<b>Your favourite place?</b><br />
Holkham Beach in Norfolk
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<b>Favourite beverage?</b><br />
Earl Grey
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<b>Favourite chocolate bar?</b><br />
Double Decker
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<b>Three things that make you happy?</b><br />
Dogs
Donuts
Drawing
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<b>Your biggest achievement?</b><br />
Becoming my own boss.
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<b>Describe The Handmade Fair in 5 words or less.</b><br />
A great excuse to eat cake.<br />
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<b>That is my favourite answer so far and I am definitely going to have to start a cake fund in preparation! Thanks so much Lottie for featuring your napkins on #MeetTheMaker. </b><br />
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-30909049343278276592016-07-09T09:00:00.000+01:002016-07-29T11:11:50.409+01:00Tamsin Francesca Jewellery via Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair<b>Welcome to our #MeetTheMaker special, <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair</a>. </b><b>Every day for two weeks we will meet some of the fabulous creatives who will be attending this year's <a href="http://www.thehandmadefair.com/" target="_blank">Kirstie Allsopp's 'The Handmade Fair'</a>. The fair will run from 16th - 18th September 2016 at The Green (Hampton Court Palace).</b><br />
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<b>If intricately designed, hand crafted, statement jewellery is your thing, you do not want to miss today's interview with the extremely talented Tamsin of <a href="http://www.tamsinfrancesca.co.uk/" target="_blank">Tamsin Francesca Jewellery</a></b><br />
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<b>Thanks for taking the time to tell us your story Tamsin! Let's jump straight in with a little about you</b><br />
I originally trained as a costume designer for theatre and film at Wimbledon School of Art, then moved on to the John Cass School and Holts Academy to train further in metalworking skills. Life took me away from London after my theatre degree and I tried my hand at metalworking to fill the creative gap, having always been interested in it. The first necklace I ever made in 2006 won a design competition at the V&A in London and was subsequently exhibited there. That gave me the confidence to continue to learn new skills, move back to London and start a whole new career.
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<b>The V&A?! What a fab way to get started, that is amazing. What item are you sharing with us today?</b><br />
These earrings are some of my most popular. They are solid sterling silver, fine silver (99% pure) and then 18ct gold plated. The idea is that as they are studs they can be worn easily everyday, but they are large studs, which gently curve around the earlobe, giving them a grace which solid pieces don’t often convey. This makes them easy to take into evening wear, without sore ears from wearing large earrings all day. They are particularly popular in autumn and winter as they can be worn with scarves without getting in the way, and then look lovely with your LBD at Christmas parties.
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<b>They are beautiful. I am a bit of a scarf obsessive so I like that they are statement without getting caught. How did you create such an intricate design?</b><br />
The fine wirework is bobbin lace, worked in metal. When I was studying at Sir John Cass I discovered I had renowned lacemakers in my family, Sir Stuart and Lady Christine Town, with work held at the V&A and Wells Cathedral respectively. I investigated their work and felt this was a family tradition that I had to reinstate! I taught myself some of the lace making skills they had used and combined these with the jeweller’s metalworking techniques to create the Torchon and Élan ranges; elegant, striking, but delicate.
It took many, many hours of deciphering lace prickings (the patterns lace makers use), making pieces in multiple colours to learn how the threads interwove, and long nights of practice, practice, practice before I developed my own pricking designs for the jewellery pieces. Then to translate the soft cotton threads into stiff silver wire, which has a tendency to bend and snap if your technique is wrong was another learning curve with my trial and error. Over many months I altered and made several tools to enable me to combine two distinct craft skills, textile and metal based, to create a single piece that is both fine and strong.
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<b>It sounds like very skilled work, you are very talented. Why did you decide to turn these skills into a business? </b><br />
Life is too short! We spend most of our lives at work so I wanted to make sure work was something I loved to do. Easy to say of course, it’s been a very long road and very hard work to get to the point where I can focus on my jewellery business. Many other jobs have propped up the dream along the way, but 3 years ago I went full time working for myself as a jewellery designer / maker.
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<b>I am sure all of your customers are glad you did. So what inspires and motivates you?</b><br />
Nature. Whenever I feel blue I go to the woods and drink it in. Carrying a little bit of that beauty with you, around your neck or on a finger is a constant reminder that there is beauty all around us, if only we look up.
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<b>I love that you can translate the beauty of nature into wearable items. Can we find you on social media and see more of your work?</b><br />
Of course. I am on Twitter (<a href="https://twitter.com/TamsinFrancesca" target="_blank">@TamsinFrancesca</a>), Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/tamsinfrancescajewellery/" target="_blank">@tamsinfrancescajewellery</a>), on Facebook (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/TamsinFrancescaJewellery/" target="_blank">/TamsinFrancescaJewellery)</a> and Pinterest (<a href="https://uk.pinterest.com/TamFranJewel/" target="_blank">TamFranJewel</a>)<br />
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<b>Great. We will all find you now. Is this year your first at The Handmade Fair?</b><br />
Yes, this is the first time I’ll be at The Handmade Fair. It’s really exciting. I’ve heard great things about the show, from exhibitors and visitors alike. I really enjoy doing events like this because you actually get to meet the people buying your work, which is a treat.<br />
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<b>What are you most looking forward to?</b><br />
The buzz! Everyone there is either highly skilled, learning a skill or appreciative of the skills that surround them, so there’s a lot of shared positivity and shared knowledge. I have always found the craft and art communities to be very open and generous so the atmosphere I’m expecting is very warm and supportive.<br />
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<b>Where can we find you and what will visitors find at your stand?</b><br />
W34 in the west shopping village. You will fins a cornucopia of glittering floral delights. Everything I do is solid silver, with 18ct gold and freshwater pearls and everything is available to try on. I will be making some of the simpler wirework elements on the stand and welcome the curious so please feel free to ask me questions.
There is an exclusive offer for CraftyB readers too! Print the voucher in the linked blog and you’ll get 10% off at the show <b>(offer in sidebar of the Mrs Crafty B blog)</b><br />
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<b>Wow what a great offer for the Crafty Bs! Thanks so much. What will you be up to between now and The Handmade Fair?</b><br />
Hidden away in the workshop making large quantities of beautiful jewellery of course! I have a new range, Jasmine, for summer 2016, so The Handmade Fair will be the first big event where Jasmine will be on sale outside galleries and the website.
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<b>I can't wait to see it. Ok Tamsin, a quick fire round to finish off!</b><br />
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<b>Your crafting hero?</b><br />
Arline Fisch
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<b>Name three stands you will be visiting at The Handmade Fair?</b><br />
Fabric Affair, Ben Rothery Illustrations, Jes Hooper
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<b>Your favourite handmade item?</b><br />
My double weave quilt, handmade by Eleanor Pritchard
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<b>Your favourite place?</b><br />
English woodland, I’m not really fussy where!
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<b>Favourite beverage?</b><br />
Tea. Of course. And sometimes rum.
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<b>Favourite chocolate bar?</b><br />
Whole nut
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<b>Three things that make you happy?</b><br />
My daughter’s laugh, the reaction of a bride when she receives her order of wedding jewellery and the first flush of spring after a long winter.
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<b>Your biggest achievement?</b><br />
Having my daughter. Cliched but true!
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<b>Describe The Handmade Fair in 5 words or less</b><br />
Exciting. Busy. Hard-work. Satisfying. Happy.<br />
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<b>Tamsin, thank you so much for telling us about about your handcrafted jewellery and giving us an insight to how they are designed and created. It is great to read about the people and processes behind such beautiful pieces. </b><br />
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Mrs Crafty Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14576342293207337251noreply@blogger.com24tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3595538127641782805.post-21228322751644061452016-07-08T09:00:00.000+01:002016-07-29T11:11:50.397+01:00Felt Mistress Louise Evans via Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair<b>Welcome to our #MeetTheMaker special, <a href="http://www.mrscraftyb.co.uk/search/label/Meet%20The%20Makers%20of%20The%20Handmade%20Fair" target="_blank">Meet The Makers of The Handmade Fair</a>. </b><b>Every day for two weeks we will meet some of the fabulous creatives who will be attending this year's <a href="http://www.thehandmadefair.com/" target="_blank">Kirstie Allsopp's 'The Handmade Fair'</a>. The fair will run from 16th - 18th September 2016 at The Green (Hampton Court Palace).</b><br />
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<b><a href="http://feltmistress.com/" target="_blank">Felt Mistress</a> Louise Evans won't be at The Handmade Fair, but this guy will! Read on to find out more. </b><br />
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<b>Well Louise, I am certainly intrigued. I know you won't be attending the fair personally but can we find out some more about you?</b><br />
I am a UK based stitcher and prolific tea drinker who creates a range of one-off bespoke creatures. I originally trained in fashion design and millinery, and use many of the skills learnt through years of work as a couture dress maker to the world of character design. My work is used in fashion shoots, tv ads, films and has been exhibited worldwide.<br />
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<b>So just a little bit to your name Louise ;-). Such a shame we won't get to meet you there, it sounds like you have some stories to tell. The character you are featuring today will be there though (in a way). Can you tell us about him?</b><br />
This is Grunch - he is a character from my new book, ‘Make Creatures with Felt Mistress’. This is a little bit about him:
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"Poor old Grunch. Ever since he was young he’s wanted to roller skate but, due to his long furry arms, he’s never been able to skate for more than a few minutes without getting tangled up in his own limbs. On the plus side he’s brilliant at wallpapering and is more than happy to be paid in broken chocolate biscuits"
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<b>So cute Louise, I love it and I love that your characters have a story to bring them to life. How and when did you develop your sewing skills. </b><br />
I originally trained in fashion design and millinery and had a very strict elderly millinery teacher who would make me unpick and sew again any stitches that weren't neat enough. She hated the idea of cutting corners and gluing fabric trims to hats and passed this on to me. I still hand stitch all details on my pieces and never glue. I have been sewing professionally for over 25 years, working as bespoke dressmaker previously to working on character design.
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<b>Sounds like you learned life sewing lessons there! When did you make the decision turn your creative skills into a business?</b><br />
I always knew I wanted to sew and have been lucky enough to have sewn for all of my professional working life but the change over from dresses to characters came about 8 years ago. I had made a few creatures as presents for friends and posted photos of them online. These were then spotted by Brix Smith Start who contacted me about using some of my creatures in her boutique for London Fashion week, this then lead on to me doing the Christmas Windows for Selfridges and since then making creatures took over from making dresses.
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<b>My goodness. How amazing to be part of Selfridges Christmas windows! Tell us what inspires and motivates you. </b><br />
I love to travel and visit different fabric and haberdashery shops. I'm also inspired by people and surroundings, pretty much anywhere can be inspiring, you never know when you are going to spot something/someone that may spark an idea. Snippets of overheard conversations in shops, on train journeys, and people talking loudly on their phones (even though sometimes annoying) are entertaining and sometimes if you can't see the person talking it's great to imagine what they look like.
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<b>This is something that I have spoken about often with others; getting the balance of creating and inspiration right and ensuring that you spend enough time living life to be inspired by surroundings. Where can we find you online then Louise?</b><br />
On Twitter (<a href="https://twitter.com/FeltMistress" target="_blank">@feltmistress</a>) and Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/feltmistress/" target="_blank">@feltmistress</a>)<br />
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<b>Where will visitors to The Handmade Fair find Grunch?</b><br />
My brand new book, ‘Make Creatures with Felt Mistress’ (coming out 19th August), will be available at the Laurence King Publishing stand (W95) with 35% off. It includes patterns and tips on how to make your own cool and kooky creatures, including Grunch!<br />
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<b>Are you up for a quick fire round of questions? Your crafting hero?</b><br />
Ahhh that's tricky, I think my biggest hero is Alexander McQueen
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<b>Your favourite handmade item?</b><br />
A pair of wooden hand carved pieces by my friend Zeel (Geoffrey Coupland)
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<b>Your favourite place?</b><br />
Japan
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<b>Favourite beverage?</b><br />
Tea
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<b>Favourite chocolate bar?</b><br />
At the moment because I have just got back from Japan it's Meiji milk chocolate.<br />
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<b>Three things that make you happy?</b><br />
Jonathan, dogs and a new roll of calico.
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<b>Your biggest achievement?</b><br />
Getting to work on the film American Interior.<br />
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<b>Louise, I really appreciate you taking the time to chat with us. So sorry we won't get to meet you at The Handmade Fair but I am excited to look out for Grunch and if you are ever in the Welsh Valleys, feel free to pop by for a cuppa (I am all out of Meiji milk chocolate for now though so it might have to be a jammy dodger or some homemade cake ;-) )</b><br />
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