Wednesday Wishlist...Happy Birthday to Meeeee!

Well, today I hit the big 2-9!  What a year it has been since I turned 28 and my beau presented me with Reverend and the Makers tickets...and a Birthday card with a pound taped inside it, a message reading 'don't spend it all at once'!

But enough of Mr P's sarcastic and warped sense of humour!  It's Wednesday Wishlist time and, as usual, I've been scouring the internet for some lovely handmade pieces to add to my ever-growing list of wants!  It's my Birthday so a little sparkle and a little kitsch go a long long way! I hope you enjoy and I've posted all links to the lovely sellers, so you can check out their work!

Swarovski Skull Bracelet

Sparkles by Sam is a lovely independent retailer, which offers the very best in sparkling jewellery and accessories. 

I've got my eye on this lovely Skull Bracelet, £8, made with real swarovski crystals - such a simple but lovely design.  This is just one of many lovely pieces of jewellery in the range, they have some great shamballa studs that would make lovely gifts and some of their charm bracelets are really intricate.

Sparkles by Sam has a great range, from bright and blingy to more subtle and more understated glamour (definitely my kind of thing), there is something to suit every taste and budget too.

Visit Sparkles by Sam here -->  http://www.sparklesbysam.co.uk/default.html

Hand-Etched Decorative Jars by Becca's Bobs

Becca's Bobs is based in Lancashire and offers really one of a kind pieces for weddings etc.  Now I'm not getting married, but I'm all about the home-making and I'm in love with this lovely hand-etched jam jar by Becca. 

These have a slightly gothic feel and would look perfect on my fireplace with the soft lighting of tea lights.

Why not take a look at Becca's Facebook page for more of her lovely, unique designs, very inspiring for anyone planning a wedding or even a vintage-inspired celebration --> https://www.facebook.com/WeddingSupplies

Becca's memory boxes and guest books make lovely personal wedding gifts, and create lovely lasting memories.  I personally love these feminine decorated frames she does also, the buttons and bows make for a really pretty design piece for the home.  

Naisy Textiles!

And last, but by no means least, I've come across a very beautiful new textile designer called Naisy!  New to Etsy, I am planning to do a feature on this lovely and very talented lady shortly. 

First up, a lovely little free-motion machine embroidered house picture starts at £55 and can be custom made for a little more.  This would look fantastic above my fireplace!

If you're looking for a smaller, but equally as beautiful product from Naisy, these little house keyrings start at £6.50 and will give your keys a little bit of extra decoration!

I've definitely got my eye on this house checked door stop for my Casa Del Peachy - really sweet design and great price tag!  Naisy is a brand new business - so head on over to her Etsy site here --> http://www.etsy.com/shop/naisyhomemade
and have a look and a like!  I'm really looking forward to featuring Naisy in the coming months!  She also has a Facebook page here --> https://www.facebook.com/NaisyHomemade

Well that's about it from me!  I'm off out for some drinks with friends and then I'm hoping to get a chance to try out my new sewing machine!  Have a very happy Wednesday and if you would like any products featured on future Wednesday Wishlists, email missemmaberry@gmail.com. E x

 

Wednesday Wishlist: Say YES to Gnomes!

Every month, I gather together a collection of things for my 'Wednesday Wishlist', a basic collection of anything high on my 'wants' or 'love' lists right now.  This month...say YES to gnomes!

Some people dream big, others dream small; at the moment I'm dreaming small as we are starting to put together our little front and back gardens and I can't help but feel we are missing one or two colourful, cheeky additions!  My fascination with gnomes stems from an early childhood love of the animated series David the Gnome; a small gnome Doctor who dwelt secretly in an un-named forest with his wife, Lisa and spent most episodes curing sick animals and escaping the clutches of three fearsome and pesky trolls! 
 
There is something distinctly British about gnome culture and, love them or hate them, even the Chelsea Flower Show decided to relax it's age-old gnome ban this year.  By all accounts the amount of gnomes more than made up for the previous gnome-free years.

So here is my gnome inspired wants and wishlist, I'm ignoring IKEA's Summer campaign and simply saying YES to gnomes!  First of all, why not try a Life is Peachy Summer delight in the form of Strawberry and Vanilla Cupcakes with Strawberry Gnome toppers?

Look out for my 'Friday's Kitchen Recipe' for more information.

Despite the sunshine we are having, I'm looking forward to getting stuck back in to knitting these Swedish Gnomes ready for the Autumn/Winter.  This was an amazing Alan Dart pattern I discovered not so long ago and knitted several for Christmas presents.  These rustic gnomes come in several colour ways and make perfect gifts!  I will eventually be selling these through my store; if you are interested in commissioning one or would like more information please email missemmaberry@gmail.com.  I can't wait to start creating these little guys again!

 

One of my hand-knitted gnomes

When it comes to fabric, I admit I can be something of a hoarder.  I've got beautiful fabrics I have yet to start working with, partly because they look too beautiful to touch.  eBay is always a great source for all my crafting needs and I have often found incredibly reasonable fabric sellers on there too.  This lovely piece (below) is from a great eBay seller, 'The Original Wind the Bobbin' and at £3.25 per FQ, it would make a beautiful quirky cushion cover for our red-themed lounge.

Alternatively, this would look great as a simple tablecloth at a themed Birthday party or even a sewing machine cover.  

There are fabulous gnome-inspired fabrics available from other sellers too.  Check out this beautiful pink fabric - slightly more cutesy and intricate - from 'ohsewcraftsyuk'.  A steal at £1.75 per FQ and a lovely Summer pattern for a little girl's dress or a light quilt cover.  This fabric is available in several colours.

After trawling, somewhat, through Amazon's wares, I came across these little gnome candles (below, right) - practically irresistible for the home or even to light a garden table at an evening barbeque.  Available for £6.95 each from www.amazon.co.uk.

Only available in this colour way - but perfect as a kitsch ornament and almost too sweet to actually light!

Gnome candle, £6.95

Of course, no gnome-inspired wishlist would be complete without the appearance of the tradition garden gnome itself.  Woodland Wilf Feeds the Birds (below, left) is an absolute favourite of mine, with his toadstool bird feeder, he would make a perfect addtion to my miniature back garden.  There are several characters available in the 'Woodland Wilf' range, they are currently available* at a reduced price of £9.00 at www.amazon.co.uk (price correct at time of publishing).

So that's my Wednesday Wishlist for June - it's all about gnomes and brightening up my interiors with the cheeky fellows, as well as adding character to a small garden space with colour and cuteness, this Summer, I'm saying YES to gnomes.