Anti-Valentine’s Day
February 13, 2014
Valentine’s Day isn’t for everyone!
I still haven’t worked out what to do when I grow up! I’m mainly a writer, an artist, and a fairytale dressmaker with various crafty hobbies! Here (and on YouTube) I share bits of my life, thoughts, and what I’m learning along the way. Let’s find magic and inspiration; join me for this creative living adventure!
Blog Archives
Fairytale coats
January 31, 2014
Well, we think we have solved the chimney problem. We were doing well with sweeping it ourselves, but unfortunately, the brush snapped off the end of the stick part way up and we couldn’t get it down again. In the end we decided to light the Rayburn anyway and let the bristles melt. So at the moment, the Rayburn is going really well, but part of a sweep brush is still stuck up there! We’re warmer inside than we’ve been all winter, but the wind outside is icy cold. I’ve been looking around Etsy for some snuggly winter coats to keep warm in on those crisp walks in the countryside…
Keeping warm
January 17, 2014
It’s cold at the moment isn’t it?!
Downton Abbey fashion
December 29, 2013
When looking for inspiration for my clothes, I usually look to history – anything from the last century and further back. However the 1920s and 30s are recently starting to take my notice…..
Threads of a fairytale at The New Forest Fairy Festival
September 5, 2013
I’ve just got one box to unpack and a couple of bits and pieces still knocking around the back of the land rover, but other than that, I’ve pretty much recovered from having a stall at the New Forest Fairy Festival….
Introducing the Threads of a Fairytale travelling boutique
July 28, 2013
I am very busy at the moment planning and preparing for my first festival stall.
Bottle Bags
June 10, 2013
My latest crafty project is making bottle bags.
Upcycling Indian Clothes
June 21, 2012
Just a quick post to urge you to take a look at Tara’s blog, Crowd Capture. She’s kindly written a lovely article about how I use traditional Indian clothing and turn them into new dresses and outfits. She’s also a big fan of revamping clothes, so have a read-through and maybe you’ll be inspired to have a go!
Threads of a Fairytale / Oshun Interview
August 8, 2011
Oshun has been featured on a cool website called HeartHandmade, about all things beautifully crafted. I’m very chuffed about it! Have a look at my interview HERE!
Indian Summer
June 1, 2011
Escaped Princess Dress
I’ve just bought a massive box full of slightly damaged Indian silk shawls, salwar and kameez ready for me to cut up and upcycle into beautiful clothing, so this is an ongoing collection. So far I have nine items ready for sale at Oshun. Here are some of them.
Oshun Photo Shoot
May 19, 2011
At the weekend I took a big bundle of clothing I’d made along with Rain, who bravely modelled them for me in the chilly wind. Here’s a preview of a few of the new collection called Indian Summer, as they are predominantly made from Indian silks and chiffon. They will soon be for sale on my Etsy page. Have a look at the rest of the pictures on Oshun’s Facebook page.
The Pirate Collection
May 5, 2011
Tia Dalma
Pirates of the Caribbean: On stranger Tides is coming out soon, so I’ve been busy making loads of clothes inspired by the film and pirates in general – perfect to wear to the cinema! Here are a few of my favourites. They are all on Oshun right now, and I’ll finish listing them on my Etsy page this week.
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