Tuesday, July 30, 2013. The first two Spirit Dolls were fast in the conception but slow in the creation. Illness had me unable to get to the art table not nearly often enough. tadum! Actually finished one and two and got some nearly acceptable photos. The original idea came from a guide by Joanna Powell Colbert, which she generously shared. You may want to create your own! Bead and wire hose.

Lavender and English Paper Piecing. Last Saturday we went to the New Forest Lavender Farm. As it was such a warm day we went into the tearooms for some refreshment. As well as a range of cakes and snacks they sell lavender shortbread, lavender cordial, lavender tea and lavender lemonade. All of the cakes are homemade by the owner and her two daughters. We decided to sample the lavender shortbread.

I know I am not alone as a jewellery maker who also likes to dabble with other crafts. I blame fabulous podcasts by the likes of Amy. If you are a knitter that frequents podcasts you most certainly will have heard of the fabulous Stephen West. I had to get myself a willing volunteer to help me photograph the shawl in all its glory. More on that in another post.

The world according to Grace Owen. Swallows and pearls jewellery collection. What started as a hobby to make my own jewellery has turned into a bit of an obsession. Bracelets are my current fascination and I find myself churning them out and I am running the risk of becoming the Imelda Marcos of bracelets.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011. Tuesday, June 21, 2011. Polymer Clay Tutorial - Stripey lentil beads. It my first ever tutorial so if there is anything than I can improve on or do differently please let me know! Gently flatten your stack with your arylic roller until its about 1 inch thick.