Folksy Friday. Time to snuggle up at home.

In this Folksy Friday I'm focusing on the cosier side to this time of year. Out side it maybe getting colder but inside we can enjoy the comforts of home, made a little easier with these 5 buys I have selected to show you.
When I was choosing which pieces to feature I kept an image in my mind of coming home to a warm house with a fire and blankets to snuggle up into, the colour I kept thinking of was warm reds and cinnamon. The patterns where Scandinavian and geometric prints. Of course everyone is different this is just my interpretation.

1. First thing i do after a cold walk home is put the kettle on for a cup of tea.
These cupcake tea bags are made by Cush-N-Craft.

Cup of Tea and a Cupcake Novelty tea bag set

£2.49

2. If it's a particularly cold day I like to make up a hot water bottle with the left over water from the kettle after my cup of tea.

I love the colours in this hot water bottle cover by Selvage.

Hot Water Bottle, 2litres.

£20.00

3. So you got your cup of tea and hot water bottle, it time to cosy up now with some woolly hedgehog socks by Fir Tree Knitwear
 

Winter Hedgehog Wool Socks

£28.00

4. The next step of 'operation get warm and cosy' is to get a blanket. This gorgeous red rustic blanket box is both styles hand practical. It's a beautiful piece of work by Very Woody Things

Red Rustic Blanket Box

£85.00

5. And in the blanket box is of course the blanket you wrap up in. You'll definitely feel warm with this beautiful autumnal blanket by Simply Blankets.

Tunisian Crochet in Autumn Colours

£54.00

 Hope you have enjoyed browsing through this collection of cosy items and if you would like to see more about any of the items features just click on the artists name or the title under the picture

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Folksy Friday Bonfire Night

 

 Bonfire Night is one of my favourite times of the year. I love going along to my local fireworks display and marvelling at the fireworks. It's always a good night!

 

All the makes in this list of five handmade items for Bonfire night are from Folksy.com and if you fancy buying any of them just click on the highlighted links or the titles under the picture.

 

1. When I was younger I remember getting toffee apples to eat before going to the bonfire. Not something I liked, (I preferred the chocolate cover apples with sprinkles!) but this make reminded me of that fact. I'd forgotten about it until I found them.

However don't eat these toffee apple scented wax melts by Tinder Box Candles, just melt them down in your oil burner and enjoy the fragrance.

 

Toffee Wax Melts

£2.95

2. Something which is an essential on Bonfire night is a hat! As you stand waiting of the bonfire to be light, you nearly always end up feeling like a block of ice tottering from foot to foot trying to keep warm!
This hat by evecollection is the perfect solution to the cold. It's bright colour is right on trend this year as well so you can be warm and trendy! It has a cable pattern and cute bobble on the top.

Hand Knit Beanie in Orange

£20.00

 

 3. So now we've enjoyed the toffee apples and we're warm in our hats so it's time for the bonfire to be lit. My local Bonfire has a different guy on the bonfire each year made by local people, last year it was a house with stained glass windows which lit up and revealed themselves when the fire was lit. The best part was the dragon on the roof with glowing eyes.

To represent the bonfire I choose this head piece by Dawn Chorus Creations. This piece actually looks like a fire with it's fire material and flicking fire feathers, it would look awesome when worn to a party

Fire Fascinator Hat

£9.50

 

4. At last all that waiting the first fireworks go off and we glaze at the beauty of them, perfectly illustrated in this make by March Hare.

The A4 print Giclee is of Kendal in the Lake District and shows fireworks over the town.

 

Kendal Mint Cake Heist

£20.00

 

5.  The last piece I chose is by an artist I first found on the Folksy forum, TalkFolksy. I was recommended this next artist by other fellow artists for this bonfire folksy Friday and took a look over to the Stephanie Guy Fine Art shop to her Halloween themed section where I found lots of flame inspired miniature creations. The one I picked to feature is less Halloween and more bonfire night I think.

It measures 2.5 inches by 3.5 inches and is of an owl looking out over the bonfire, a lovely piece which would look great collected with the other pieces of the collection in her shop.

 

Owl ORIGINAL ACEO

£6.00

 

Hope you have enjoined browsing through this collection of bonfire items and if you would like to se more about any of the items features just click on the artists name or the title under the picture

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Folksy Friday. Ghosts and Ghouls

 

It's really not long now until Halloween so this week I'll be celebrating all the ghosts and ghouls of the creative world of Folksy.com.

I hope you enjoy you enjoying reading through my five picks and as always if one of the items takes your fancy just click on the highlighted names or the title under the picture.

1. To start off this ghosts and ghouls Folksy Friday, I've picked Bizzy Lizzy's spooky little handbag charm, made of white felt and with their own ball and chain and eyes made of sequin.

Possibly more cute then scary they jingle as they swing from your bag

 

Halloween Ghost Bag Charm

£9.00

 

2. I know people who take the zombie apocalypse very seriously and are hooked on the Walking Dead show. If you count yourself as someone who knows exactly what they would do in that situation then you may also like my next item by Bobby Boutique. This one of a kind necklace will make sure if you are found your returned to the right place!

'Daryl's Girl' Glass Love Heart

£9.00

3. I love a bit of Steampunk, it especially looks good at Halloween as this mask by Masquerade Madness stands testament to.
Made with copper paint, black mesh and mdf cogs it looks fantastic!

 Men's Masquerade Mask

£20.00

 

4. Just what you need in the window for that Halloween party you've been planning or perhaps just to scare the kids! The pumpkin is personalised especially for you and reads 'Happy Halloween from the [your name]'

SoRt supply you with this made to order black acrylic with iridescent orange acrylic behind it plus the sucker for sticking it to your window.

 

Halloween Pumpkin Hanging

£9.99

5. This gruesome eyeball necklace is by Greenwood Makes and comes hung on a silver coloured necklace, the perfect accompaniment for any Halloween costume!

Necklace Seeing

£10.00

 

I hope you have enjoyed this Folksy Friday and have used the links to view some of your favourite ghost and ghouls from this week.

 

 

 

 

 

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Folksy Friday. Inspirational Pieces.

Folksy Friday is a great excuse to browse through my favourite shops and find new shops to follow as well. This week I have been looking for pieces which make me feel inspired and just generally make me feel good. I've enjoyed making this list and found it very up lifting reading all the messages and slogans which crafters have chosen for their pieces.

1.The first piece I want to show you is a ring which when worn just looks like any ring but like most good things it's what is on the inside that counts. I've been thinking of getting a ring like this for my wedding band.
The inside of this ring can have anything you like wrote within, (as long as it is no more than 12 characters long) Personally I would chose the date I met my fiancé as my hidden message, but you could chose a name or quote which is significant to you.
Made by Becky Pearce Designs, this talented lady has a beautiful shop full of jewellery delights. Worth a visit.

Personalised Ring

£28.00

 

2. This next shop, Pixiecraft, could be a featured folksy Friday all to it's self. It is full of inspirational pieces and is one shop I often find myself checking. I could have picked any of her work but I went with this one, I think it speaks to me!! I think maybe I should adopt this saying as my mantra and I'd probably get more done instead of procrastinating!

Good Things Come To Those Who Create

£20.00

3. In my last item I was talking about needing to adopt the mantra but with this one I can say I already live by it. It's easier said then done but everyone should believe in them themselves, you don't know what you can achieve you do.
This piece by Glamglass Gifts and Supplies is simple in design but it's simplicity gives emphasis to the words.

Quote Wooden Sign

£10.00

4. Another good motto to live by is the one on this next piece by Blue Forest Jewellery. I see these words a lot on just about anything these days but they still have meaning.
This positive message comes on a double faux suede cord in purple and fastens with bronze findings.
If you take a look through their shop there are other colours of the suede if purple isn't your thing.

Live Laugh Love Necklace

£8.00

5. Lastly on this hunt for inspiration is this calligraphy piece by Calligraphiser. I love the message in this piece, it's really up lifting and gives you determination to succeed. It's a quote from Coraline by Neil Gaiman.
The font is beautiful and I especially like the way the D on dragon drags up.

Dragons Can Be Beaten

£20.00

That concludes the list of the Folksy Friday inspirational pieces. If you would like to buy any of these items or take a look at them just click the name of the item under each picture.

 

All opinions expressed in this post are my own points of view.

 

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#FolksyFriday. Geeks and gamers.

My Folksy Friday this week is going to be the second part to my Tuesday Treasury blog post (click here to read.) The theme is the same and will be geeks and gamers.
As always I will chose five items from Folksy.com to feature and I will give a short description of why I chose it and who made it. To be take a look at the piece just click on the title below the product picture.

1. The first piece is a Star Wars inspired cushion. My partner is a Star Wars geek and I'm sure he would like this so it had to be included. I love the use of colours which gives this piece, by Stitches and Stitches, a cheerful feel to the design and helps the images pop out at you.

Star Wars Cushion Cover

£12.00

 

2. Staying with Star Wars now with this comical mug. I love how it reminds me of a Banksy picture and it made me laugh when I found it which is always a bonus! It's by Barry D Bulsara Fine Art Print Maker and is hand decorated on the 9cm x 11cm (including the handle) mug. I think I may need to keep this designer in mind for Christmas in a few months time.

 

Star Wars Homeless Storm Trooper Mug

£10

 

3. The third item in this geeks and gamers Folksy Friday is this interesting necklace by Nanfan Jewellery. I love the design of this bracelet with the copper circuit board design and the wrap round bracelet, it looks like a piece I would get asked about if I wore it. It has the perfect mix of beauty and intrigue.

Also if the turquoise wrap isn't doing it for you, there are other colours to chose from. 

 

Copper Circuit Bracelet

£25.00

 

We're nearly at the end of this Folksy Friday now so just a quick reminder that if you see anything you'd like to buy just click on the title of the item under the picture and you'll be taken over to Folksy to the item you want.

 

4. The fourth piece I have chosen is this set of 3 miniature canvas. I found this Ghostbusters print whilst searching for a birthday gift for my brother. I'm always impressed how much detail you can get into these little designs and this one is no exception. It's a scene from the end of Ghostbusters the movie and The Teeny Tiny Canvas Co even provide you with the little easels to stand them on. Each canvas measures 9 x 7cm and the easel is 12cm.

GHOSTBUSTERS Dont Cross the Streams Collectible Triple Mini Canvas & Easel Set

£24.00

 

5. The last piece in this list is for the old school gamers. I love the quirky goggle eyes on this ghost from the famous Pacman games. For those in the know, this is Blinky the red ghost but there is also all the other ghosts or Pacman available in Glamglass Gifts and Supplies.

I love this game, and this piece sums up the fun you have playing it!

 

Red Blinky Pacman Ghost Fun necklace with chunky silver plate chain

£6.50

 

 

That concludes the list of the Folksy Friday Geeks and Gamers. If you would like to buy any of these items or take a look at them just click the name of the item under each picture.

 

All opinions expressed in this post are my own points of view.

 

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Folksy Friday. Cats!

Folksy Friday is a compilation of hand crafted items chosen by me to show you!
This the theme is cats, I've searched Folksy and come up with 5 of my favourite feline makes. If you would like to buy any of these makes just click on the links under the picture and you'll be taken straight there.

1. The first piece I have chosen is this keepsake card made of birch wood with a Celtic design cat laser cut into the piece. The card is by RICHARDSONANDRICHARDSON and I pick beautiful I love the idea of a keepsake card which doesn't just end up in the bin at the end of the event. I think this one would look lovely framed. Also did I mention you can have it personalised?

Wood Laser Cut 'Celtic Cat' Greeting Card

£14.95

 

 

2. The eyes drew me in to this next make by Little Ramstudio. My nana had a few of these cards in her life time and I think she would have loved this print the brilliant blue of this Siamese immediately grasp you. The piece is a original lino cut print which is signed by the artist. If this reminds you of your cat the artist is happy to include your cats name in the print title for no extra charge.

 



Siamese Cat with Blue Eyes

£25.00

3. I love this cat, it's so full of joy and fun. It's almost shouting lets go party!
The bag is called Steampunk Cat Rucksack Bag and is a cream lino print design. Made by Clare Sherwen this unique piece is also on sale!

Steampunk Cat Rucksack Bag

£5.50

4. If you like laugh out loud pieces, then my fourth find is for you!
It's cute little design makes this piece intently likeable but it's the intended pun I like! Called Check out my whiskers  it is a 55mm badge by the designer Katie Abey Design.

Check Out My Whiskers

£1.50

5. I've saved my favourite cat piece for last. These beautiful earrings are by a company called Philip Tulley Jewellery who does some amazing pieces of jewellery. I love the art nouveau influence in these earrings, which also have a necklace which can be brought separately. The lines are perfect and I will definitely be keeping an on this shop for future purchases.

Handmade Silver Celtic Cat Earrings

£17.95

That concludes the list of the 5 favourite Cat items. If you would like to buy any of these items or take a look at them just click the name of the item under each picture.

 

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Folksy Friday. 5 Favourite Flower Items.

It's been a while since I last did a Folksy Friday blog post but like the Treasury Tuesday posts there something I love to do. Sometimes I can feel like I'm just constantly spamming you with post after post about Fashion Magpie Jewellery, so it's nice to occasionally take a step back and say 'hey take a look at these other shops, there cool too!'
I decided that for my first post back I'd do a flower inspired post with 5 of my favourite flowery pieces on Folksy.

1. The first piece I came across was this lolly pop with a viola inside. I love that people are starting to use more edible flowers in there food and this lolly is a good example of that. It's by Eat My Flowers and you'll find your spoilt for choice with flavours.

Large Round Edible Flower Lollipop FREE DELIVERY

£3.00

Free Delivery

 

2. The next piece I chose is from Allana Morrison Photography and Handmade crafts. Allana has lots of flowery photography to chose from but I picked this Bluebell Path picture because it reminded me of a walk I used to go on in a wood called bluebell wood (not sure if that was it's actual name but it's what we called it.)

This picture really looks like how I remember walks there and I think that is what photography should do. It should transport you somewhere else.

 

Bluebell Path

£5.00

£1.94 UK P+P

 

 

3. When I first found this next piece I thought wow, that's beautiful. The colours are so vivid and strong. These are the type of orchids I'd like in my wedding bouquet someday.

then I read the description and was blown away again. This is actually a real flower which has been preserved in resin by Caven Of Jewels. 

Very impressive piece!



 

Real whole Dendrobium sonia orchid flower necklace in blue and purple

£25.00

£3.20 UK P+P

 

4. I wanted to make this list as diverse as I could and add different types of crafts as each number on the list. So I searched for cards with a flower on and among all the cards which where literally a card with a flower on it I found this one. I love the imagination in the image and the bright summery colours of this Flower Lion Card by Hannah Hinchman Illustration.

 

Flower Lion Card

£2.50

£1.00 UK P+P

 

5. The last item in my flower list just had to be a Tulip. It's my favourite flower and something which I always plant out in my garden, so I chose this stained glass sun catcher by JOYSofGLASS.

It was the bright red of the tulips which drew me to this piece, the red tulips are my favourite. It really striking with the clear glass background and I would love to have it hanging in my own window.

 

Tulip Stained Glass Picture Flower Suncatcher

£22.50

£3.50 UK P+P

 

That concludes the list of the 5 favourite flower items. If you would like to buy any of these items are take a look at them just click the name of the item under each picture.

 

All opinions expressed in this post are my own points of view.

 

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