Inspiration
The Kinema in the Woods
I had my first experience of this quaint little Cinema when I was about 5 years old to see Watership Down with my grandmother Only a few miles away from where I grew up, the old fashioned Kinema was a regular visit to see the latest movies Nestled in the woods at Woodhall Spa, it…
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Haberdashery Closet Opening
Since moving to our new office at the Craft Workshops, customers have wanted to pop in to view our range and top up their ribbon supplies. It has been frustrating not being allowed to open to the public, however after months of negotiations, we’ve been allowed by our local council to open our doors for…
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Rich Handmade Papers from India
I started travelling from a very early age and discovered wonderful papers around the world. One of my favourite papers are the vibrant handprinted sheets from India. Rich in colour and design, these papers give a gift the luxurious factor Subtle colours mixed with metallic hints, flock and glitter… Hot colours with rich baroque detailing……
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Inspiration from Nature: Globe Artichoke
I love the simplicity and beauty of a globe artichoke, and have often chosen prints and images featuring their unique formation. The two tone colours echo green and plum so I decided to add these colours to my wired taffeta range. . They look stunning mixed together around a bouquet of flowers. In…
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Edible Inspiration: Afternoon Tea
Afternoon Tea is one of those quintessential British pastimes and there’s nothing more I love than going to a luxury hotel and spending an afternoon watching the world go by, sipping tea from a china cup and saucer and pondering over finger sandwiches, cakes and scones on a silver cakes stand. As a child I…
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My Long Awaited Blog!
Welcome to my new and long awaited blog. Already I’m buzzing with ideas and will be sharing craft projects, luxurious gift wrapping and haberdashery, sharing thoughts, inspiration, style and throwing in what I love in life. I really hope you enjoy the blog and welcome all comments. I love using ribbons and they end up everywhere……
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