tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-78678304316219199822024-03-13T21:06:32.500-07:00Fresh on FolksyA place of inspiration for all the lovely things I like on Folksy. Unusual and unique handmade wonders to give to your loved ones and friendsEdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.comBlogger159125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-66085802560671020202012-02-07T01:13:00.000-08:002012-02-07T01:13:18.675-08:00Brass Band<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2945210-Brass-Band" target="_blank">Brass Band by Hole in my Pocket</a></div>
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It was a tough call to choose between the different sets of Russian dolls in Allistair's shop. This one just edged it as I like the banjo playing goat and the rather stuffy looking conductor. I know it's a fair wedge of cash to call these your own but I like them enough to feature them here in hope that some generous soul will see what I see in them, heirlooms.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-51455971917020407062012-02-07T01:05:00.000-08:002012-02-07T01:05:24.345-08:00Retro teapot and cup drawing with fabric<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2868054-Retro-teapot-and-cup-drawing-with-fabric" target="_blank">Retro teapot and cup drawing with fabric by gilhoolie</a></div>
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Another rather splendid original piece of artwork, signed and dated for £7.50! Sometimes I get to thinking that these pieces of original work are being gifted to you lot out there, you lucky souls. I really like the combination here and as you regular readers will know, I am a bit of a geometric pattern freak.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-61238881764269293322012-02-07T00:58:00.000-08:002012-02-07T00:58:02.491-08:00My Castle<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2887082-Print-of-line-drawing-entitled-My-Castle" target="_blank">My Castle by Eddie Saul Art</a></div>
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Much as I am more of a rural monkey, liking and enjoying the space that lifestyle affords I do have a soft spot for the brutally urban landscape. Shoot me down in flames but I do like some of the 60's high rise structures. I like this simple line sketch of a one such building, a lot. I shows a real confidence from the artist in their own ability, top work.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-9693980789268377002012-02-07T00:51:00.000-08:002012-02-07T00:51:35.024-08:00Owl Lino Print Card<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2945654-Owl-Lino-Print-Card" target="_blank">Owl Lino Print Card by Daisy Matthews</a></div>
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Simplicity always works in my opinion and I do love this card. There's an element of ninja owl but I like that too. As the print is signed too it would make a nice small framed print. £2.50 for a signed original print, come on peeps, that's got to be worth a punt, surely.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-23427970934050449882012-02-07T00:47:00.000-08:002012-02-07T00:47:52.247-08:00Crochet Grey Lampshade<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2955778-Crochet-Grey-Lampshade" target="_blank">Crochet Grey Lampshade by girlybunches</a></div>
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Sticking with the crochet theme, this lampshade really does work for me. I can see it in various different colour ways and patterns. I like the idea of it being updateable when you feel like it, I'm hoping to see more colour choice in the Girlybunches shop, is that a little demanding?Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-56685253145481295952012-02-07T00:43:00.000-08:002012-02-07T00:43:21.602-08:00Easter Egg Cosies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2946602-Easter-Egg-Cosies" target="_blank">Easter Egg Cosies by Little Seed</a></div>
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Speaking of the Easter table, I do love the colours of these very sweet crochet egg cosies. Bring a touch of chic to your table this Easter and treat yourself, they're only £7.50 for six!Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-73111264079485969152012-02-07T00:25:00.000-08:002012-02-07T00:25:50.946-08:00Autumn felt acorns decorations<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2943982-Autumn-felt-acornsdecorations" target="_blank">Autumn felt acorns decorations by Zenda Designs</a></div>
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Yeah yeah, I know we're heading into spring and these acorns may be a little off message but I liked them enough to not ignore them. Personally, I think they would make a nice addition to the Easter table.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-64185347980491307152012-01-27T01:03:00.000-08:002012-01-27T01:03:30.486-08:00Monty the Fox Lambswool Plush<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2904202-Monty-the-Fox-Lambswool-Plush-Made-to-order" target="_blank">Monty the Fox Lambswool Plush by Sara Carr</a></div>
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This handsome devil of a fox is made to order but you have to agree it would be well worth the wait. He would be a household favourite in our house for sure. Foxes not your thing? Head over to Sara's shop, there's plenty to choose from. I particularly like Kevin the extra long caterpillar.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-27640745366528155932012-01-27T00:59:00.000-08:002012-01-27T00:59:30.146-08:00Kettle On Feet Up - Framed Collage Picture<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2622281-Kettle-On-Feet-Up-Framed-Collage-Picture-" target="_blank">Kettle On Feet Up - Framed Collage Picture by Made to Make</a></div>
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All that talk of tea earlier has made me a tad thirsty. I love the sentiment of this piece, it reminds me of lazy Sundays and getting in from a hard days graft and requiring a nice cup of tea and a good sit. You can't beat a good sit in my opinion. This original piece comes ready framed so all you have to do is unwrap and hang, delightful!Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-12225228941419500392012-01-27T00:54:00.000-08:002012-01-27T00:54:49.686-08:00Hen House papercut - Print<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2908254-Hen-House-papercut-Print-" target="_blank">Hen House papercut - Print by Folk Art Papercuts by Suzy Taylor</a></div>
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So much patience, so much skill, I'm in awe of the paper cuts and prints coming out of Suzy Taylor's studio. This Giclee print demonstrates quite clearly that some hens live in a nicer home than me. I love the style of this piece and the overall composition, it's hard to believe these are actually hand cut. Top work Suzy.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-68650871895646166742012-01-27T00:49:00.000-08:002012-01-27T00:49:47.297-08:00Coloured Tape Measure Design Mug<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2892982-Coloured-Tape-Measure-Design-Mug" target="_blank">Coloured Tape Measure Design Mug by Blackbird Studio</a></div>
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How long do I have to wait for a cup of tea in the morning? Now it's possible to measure that length of time, well sort of! I've always loved the old style dress making tape measures, ever since I watched my mother craft all sorts of wonderments with hers, way back when I was a pup. Lovely design, lovely colours, just need a lovely brew to go in it!Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-81212753707545805172012-01-27T00:45:00.000-08:002012-01-27T00:45:47.410-08:00Pair of Mini Moustaches<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2232393-Pair-of-Mini-Moustaches-Hand-Carved-Rubber-Stamps-" target="_blank">Pair of Mini Moustaches by Skull and Cross Buns</a></div>
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Enough of the peacocks for now, let's get down to something a little more serious! I love these hand carved stamps for adding that little extra touch to notecards, envelopes and letters to far flung corners of the world. Surely that's got to bring a smile to the postie's face in the morning, it would me.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-91502061978262759852012-01-27T00:42:00.000-08:002012-01-27T00:42:03.980-08:00Giclee Peacock print<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2757238-Art-Print-Peacocks-Original-Illustration-Giclee" target="_blank">Giclee Peacock Print by Zoe-Est Studio</a></div>
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I promise you I'm not obsessed by peacocks this morning but I saw this Giclee print and couldn't resist. I'm not sure why but it reminds me a little of the dancers you might find at the Moulin Rouge in Paris, maybe it's their wonderfully proud looking crests. It's a delicious illustration, I love the colour and I would be happy to hang it on my wall without hesitation.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-12355609150783329072012-01-27T00:36:00.000-08:002012-01-27T00:36:31.797-08:00Screen Printed A6 Notebook<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2863110-Screen-Printed-A6-Notebook" target="_blank">Screen printed A6 Notebook by Lea Lloyd Designs</a></div>
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Another post another peacock only this one is slightly more regal and a little Chinese in style. This is very elegant printed notebook which anyone would be proud to pull out and start scribble on (the pages not the front!)Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-54505913163696406282012-01-27T00:24:00.000-08:002012-01-27T00:24:07.826-08:00Peacock Lino Print<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://folksy.com/items/2889126-Peacock-Lino-Print-Lilac-Blue" target="_blank">Peacock lino print by Jools Yasities</a></div>
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It seems when you're doing a certain craft or technique yourself you can't help but notice other people's work using the same technique. There's something I really like about this peacock print, there's delicacy to it and I like the layout too, top work Jools.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-19545556900387078002012-01-19T10:58:00.000-08:002012-01-23T12:51:45.923-08:00Babushka pincushion or doll<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.folksy.com/items/2624561-Babushka-pincushion-or-doll-Red" target="_blank">Babushka pincushion or doll by Beaky</a></div>
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I have to admit that when I first saw this I let out a tiny weeny girly squeal of horror, how could anyone make a Babushka voodoo doll and then realisation kicked in. Many a delightful handmade goody can be found at Beaky's shop, more than I can count!Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-68768919245236709872012-01-19T10:52:00.000-08:002012-01-19T10:52:04.693-08:00'Barbara' Apron<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.folksy.com/items/2227193-Barbara-Apron-SALE-SALE-SALE-" target="_blank">'Barbara' Apron by Audrey's Cat</a></div>
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OK, so I'm a fella but there's nothing wrong with erring on the side of femininity once in a while...<br />
This isn't just an apron, this is a statement apron :p I love the vintage fabric choice (William Morris) and I do believe you (not me) could wear this out on certain occasions and be complimented on your style choice. If Carlsberg did aprons......Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-34009156016793394922012-01-19T10:29:00.000-08:002012-01-19T10:29:33.978-08:00Bish Bash Bosh tea towel<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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<a href="http://www.folksy.com/items/2666057-Bish-Bash-Bosh-Tea-Towel" target="_blank">Bish Bash Bosh Tea Towel by Mr and Mrs YOKE</a></div>
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Another fine print from Mr and Mrs Yoke, so many on their website to choose from, my job is so tough sometimes ;) Anything by YOKE is fabulous in my humble opinion, I must remember to buy myself once the pennies come in. You on the other hand have no excuses, go buy now!Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-54887396527628160892012-01-19T10:25:00.000-08:002012-01-19T10:25:16.694-08:00home sweet bird home<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.folksy.com/items/2845862-home-sweet-bird-home-A4-print" target="_blank">home sweet bird home by smile about it</a></div>
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A slightly wintery scene this one but I love it. Love the colour palette and the general style of the piece, would make a nice addition to anyone's wall.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-33748745057763081952012-01-19T10:21:00.000-08:002012-01-19T10:21:36.594-08:00Sock Bunny Rabbit<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Now this little chap looks like he takes a very casual approach to life but then it's not very stressful being a bunny is it now? Bunnies not your thing (heartless?) there's plenty of other sock critters and crochet creatures in the Oddsox shop.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-10584899317260223502012-01-12T06:00:00.000-08:002012-01-12T06:00:05.632-08:00James Green Printworks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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OK OK, I know I was a bit slack in December not running this feature and there's no excuse really, other than it being Christmas and my freelance work was really busy, but no excuses.</div>
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This month's featured Folksy Seller is no other than James Green of <a href="http://www.folksy.com/shops/jamesgreenprintworks" target="_blank">James Green Printworks</a> fame. James produces a rather wonderful range of lino cut and etching prints. James has been producing prints for the last six years and has had some great successes over that period. Notably, in 2006 when his etching entitled `Paris Buggy` was shortlisted for the 6th International Small Print competition. James was also commissioned by Paul Smith Menswear to produce images for their T-shirts for their Japanese stores.</div>
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James also confesses to have a second passion in his life, which is his music. I actually did take the time to visit his band's website (<a href="http://www.big-eyes.co.uk/Default.asp" target="_blank">www.big-eyes.co.uk</a>) and had a listen. I know it's not going to be for everyone but then what is, but I really liked the music, best described as acoustic instrumental (the tracks I listened to) and very chilled. The band's fanbase even included no other than the legendary John Peel and he played several of their tracks on Radio 1.</div>
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Anyway, enough of the music, I'm here to showcase Jame's printwork. Here's a selection of my personal favourites from James's Folksy shop:</div>
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<a href="http://www.folksy.com/items/2127913-Imaginary-London-poster" target="_blank">Imaginary London</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.folksy.com/items/2110237-The-Donkey-Symposium" target="_blank">The Donkey Symposium</a></div>
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I managed to pin down James for a quick Q&A session (electronically of course). This wasn't a full in depth interview, just a few questions to better understand his work:</div>
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inspiration from both rural and urban landscapes, any preference and do you go
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">I have no preference for rural or urban. I just
enjoy the shapes of the landscapes that I encounter, whether they be seaside or
terrace or hi-rise; the patterns and the randomness. So far, I've always been
to the location that I end up turning into a print. I feel it gives me a better
sense of the atmosphere there.</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;">I went to Whitby recently and was blown away by the place. I hadn't
intended to do a print of it, but felt compelled to once I had wandered round.</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><br />
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2. If you had to choose, Lino cuts or etchings?</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Linocuts, as they were my first love! I do love etchings too, but the
process is a lot more complex and expensive.</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;">I dream about lino. Is that odd?</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><br />
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3. I note that some of your work for sale on Folksy is a digital print of your
original work, is this the way you see your work going or do you prefer selling
the original hand prints?</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">I'm happy creating both hand-printed and digital (poster) prints. I have
no intention of choosing one or the other. A lot of the poster-prints I produce
are linocuts that I would not be able to hand-print in a large run. They're
usually designs that are too fiddly to do by hand (in multiples), and if I did
hand-print many of these</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;">I'd have to charge a lot more money for them that I currently do. I try
and keep my art as affordable as possible.</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><br />
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4. What's your filtering process, do you only punt out things which you think
might be commercially successful or is it simply a case of if you like then
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">I just print what I like, basically. On one occasion I created a linocut
as someone suggested a certain subject that would sell well. Suffice to say
that I didn't enjoy making it, and it didn't sell well at all. A lesson
learned, there! I do create some winter-themed cards and</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;">am working on a valentine linocut,
but aside from these I pretty much follow my nose. I do feel very flattered
that people like my work.</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><br />
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5. So how is it at the moment, busy or otherwise?</b><br />
</span><span style="line-height: 115%;">Well, considering it is January, I'm having a busy time. I'm a bit
surprised. Perhaps some people are spending their Christmas money!</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><br />
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6. What's in the pipeline?</b><br />
</span><span style="line-height: 115%;">I have two new landscapes on the to-do table, as well as new donkey
prints and other creature ones. I'm also in the process of creating some 3D
donkeys. I have made some clay models, and I'm casting them in porcelain over
the next few weeks (with the help of ceramic artist Hanne Westergaard). I'm
very excited about this, as I've never worked in ceramics before, or in 3D! I
hope to have these available to sell by the end of February. </span><span style="line-height: 115%;">I'm also teaching linocut workshops in Feb and March (at the Crucible
Theatre, Sheffield), and my first Craft Fair of the year is on 4th Feb (<span style="line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.stmarys-church.co.uk/vintageMarket.html" target="_blank">Mary's Marvellous Craft & Vintage Fair</a></span>).</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">So there you have it (in a nutshell), the wonderful work of James Green. My only hope is that someday I will become an accomplished lino cut artist in the same way James has become. Many thanks to James for his time.</span></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.folksy.com/items/2835082-We-can-t-all-be-Stars-Slight-MisPrint" target="_blank">We can't all be Stars by Bird House Press</a></div>
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Grab yourself a bargain, this is a print being sold as a misprint by Bird House Press. You would be hard pressed to see the misprint if you weren't looking for it and I actually think it makes the print unique. £5 off the price of the print, that's got be worth a punt surely.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-563756556766493282012-01-09T12:52:00.000-08:002012-01-09T12:52:51.971-08:00Green & Gold Wall Clock<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It was the colour which caught my eye for this selection and the nice simple number style. This would look blooming marvelous up on my wall and no doubt on your wall too.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-18254214399336208432012-01-09T12:49:00.000-08:002012-01-09T12:49:12.018-08:00You're So Sweet Card<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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With so many great items in Leanne's shop it hard to pick but this one caught my eye as it's not the usual hearts and flowers valentines card. Lovely colours, simple message and who doesn't love ice cream? It's a steal at £2.00 for a card, why would you go anywhere else to buy cards?Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7867830431621919982.post-46898563828788145022012-01-09T12:41:00.000-08:002012-01-09T12:41:28.206-08:00BAM POW Holy Stitchery Batman<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Holy stitchery indeed. I couldn't help but smile when I stumbled across this piece of genius. Let's call it a new breed of embroidery, I love it.Edhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03998702263540453941noreply@blogger.com0