Want it Wednesday: Animal Obsession

I think we can safely assume that I am somewhat obsessed with anything animal related, in regards to artwork. I just keep finding the most wonderful things that I want to adorn my new flat with. The hallway is going to be adorned with animal pictures, taxidermy (real - ethically sourced, of course and faux versions), prints, etchings, and I even hope to stitch something special for the hall too.

Yeah, I know I am not in it yet! But it's nice to be dreaming about what the place is going to look like.

Grey walls, white detailing and second hand wooden furniture.

Bring it on!

Want it Wednesday: Puzzler

Just a mini showcase this week of puzzles. I happened to spend some of my time over the weekend completing a puzzle that I had knocking about for years, not sure why I decided it was the best use of my time? But I have to admit. I do love a puzzle. So here are a few puzzles I have come across, handmade naturally...

Waldorf-Wooden PUZZLE ME- Toddler Puzzler - applenamos

UNION JACK 110 PIECE A4 SIZE JIGSAW PUZZLE STOCKING FILLER - STACKSJIGSAWPUZZLESANDPICS

Happy Birthday postage stamp puzzle 24 pieces - Scrollwoodshop

Want it Wednesday: Share a Pot

There is nothing better than a pot of tea when you have friends round. I regularly get my hand-crafted teapot out (much loved gift from a dear friend) to indulge in my favourite drink of choice, tea.  Here are a wee selection of some of my favourite pots you can buy...and if you haven't the room for a teapot then why not a print?

If you have a favourite teapot why not show yours off, leave me a comment!

White Lace Hand Painted Teapot by Dprintsclayful

Handpainted Teapot by RoomforEmptiness

Teapots Art Print by lauraamiss

Raw Chocolate Teapot by clamlab

Want it Wednesday: A little bit more Organised

This is a very simple Want it Wednesday. I've been uber forgetful of late and this has meant so many birthday cards have been neglected to be popped into the postbox, despite having the cards ready to post. So next year I am aiming to be more on the ball - fingers crossed! I think this friendly calendar will do the job nicely!

Birthday Calendar by Zubinski

What have you been uber forgetful about lately?

Want it Wednesday: Don't Hate Me

Okay, whilst I squirrel away on a couple secret projects (Secret Squirrel how I loved that show) I can't help but think of all the lovely things I could make. A friend of mine Laura (another one!) of Lupin fame had posted on Facebook that she had purchased some lovely kits today and it happened to be someone whose work I also adore....and well I really want to buy one of her patterns. One day I will, perhaps when I get at least one of my secret projects done and then I might treat myself. Especially since completing the Hi Honey Pattern, which I am still rather stoked about.

Anyway side tracking, this is the lovely pattern by Alicia Paulson (Posie: Rosy Little Things). Isn't it charming! But don't hate me because it's on that festive theme that no one really likes think about when you've just had summer. But it's adorable, and I whilst I am back into doing the odd bit of cross-stitch this one really appeals.

Winterwoods ABCs Cross Stitch Sampler Kit

Want it Wednesday: Baking Love

It's a little bit of a different Want it Wednesday, but you know it's good to switch things up a bit, right? Well tonight its just going to focus on one thing a book. A book that I fell in love with whilst visiting a very good friend last weekend. Now, you might have twigged over the years that I have a bit of a thing for baking, it's a side hobby in a way I don't do it often but its nice to just whip up a batch of scones as and when you feel like it. I almost have the recipe memorised to a point I only need to glance at the ingredients to make sure I've not missed anything.

So when I saw this book 

Miette Bakery Cookbook: Recipes from San Francisco's Most Charming Pastry Shop

I knew it had to be mine when I saw the recipes that would make good gifts, well it's not mine yet but I am damned well going to be! Sorry Sophie, it nearly ended up in my bag....

Want it Wednesday - Lets here it for the Girls and Boys

Like many today, I am sure, watched as much of the Olympics as they could. Whilst I was at work I managed to at least get into the spirit of things with watching the girls come home for the rowing and Wiggins and Froome smash the cycling later in the afternoon. I will admit I am not a sports fan, I can't hack it really mainly because the suspense kills me. However, things like the rowing does appeal...so come on the chaps on Friday. So first Want it Wednesday in quite sometime I've dedicated to all things rowing and Cycling.

Bicycle Art Print - AldariArt

Bradley Wiggins T-shirt - freebirdvelo

London Olympics Print - HaveAGanderUK

Miniature Row Boat - RCaroe

Vintage Inspired Union Jack Cushion - dulciesloft

I shall end this post on wishing Team GB the very best of luck with the remainder of the Olympics!

Want it Wednesday - ARGHCHOOOOO

That pretty much sums up my Wednesday, high pollen count strikes me down just as I head home from work. Thankfully I always carry tissues or a handkerchief with me, sniffing is in my top ten of things that irritate me.

So I have to say this little lot is not only useful, but amusing in some instances too. Go on, dab your eyes or blow your nose.

 Kate Moss Embroidered Handkerchief - Maxemilia

Personally have no objection to rubbing my snot on her face...

Screen Printed Handkerchiefs "You Make Me Sick" Hankie Series set of all 4, one of each germ/organism - Urban Bird & Co

Germtastic

Belly Bands for Custom Printed Handkerchiefs - Benign Objects

Sucker for nice packaging

Want it Wednesday: Thank you Ma'am (Jubilee Spirit)

Its a somewhat belated Want it Wednesday, I didn't get the chance to sort a post out last week for one reason or another, things have been catching up with me, basically a lack of energy. But thanks to her Majesty the Queen, I have a wee break coming up.

So I would like to dedicate this post to the Queen!

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Mugs Limited Edition 2012 - rachelkdesign

Queen's Jubilee Screen print - Taylors Type

3 Pack Greeting Cards for Diamond Jubilee Featuring Corgi Dog - Doggydesign

Diamond Jubilee Celebration Biscuits - Dollhouse Miniature Food Handmade - Sarahmolney

Diamond Jubilee Print - visualphilosophy

Jubilee Bunting - papergravystore

Diamond Jubilee Alternative Commemorative Plate - Oh the Jubilee Flotilla Plate - Katiespragg

Diamond Jubilee Royal Corgi Cup and Saucer - Emma Smith

I know a friend at work will covert the Corgi pictures! I hope you get the chance to get into the spirit of it all. Whilst I won't be going into London to see any of the pagentry, I am certainly loving my little flags in the window. Sadly bunting is down owing to having the windows done, and until I get the curtain poles back up I can't get the bunting up...well perhaps I'll figure something out at the weekend.

Why not show me your favourite Jubilee items, or pictures of your own bunting!

Want it Wednesday: Buzzy Times

Following on from my announcement on Sunday, exciting times are ahead, I feel the need to share a lot of very lovely bee related products. I love and adore bees, and where possible I like to support them (I have even been known to do International Bee Rescue, style missions). Wasps on the other hand, I run a mile.

Update: Funny thing happened on the way home from work I ended up rescuing a rather large bumble bee from the path, can't stand to see it squished. So scooped it up on my credit card (weirdly seemed happy to be saved) and popped it on a nearby bush. I hope it's okay.

Bee Bookplates - Printable PDF - AliceCantrell

Bee Rubber Stamp - norajane

Embroidered Bee Hive on Linen Brooch - mariadownunder

Hive Honey Set - biodidactic

Lavender Dryer Sachets - gardenmis

Mason Bee House - beeandbees

Bee's World Crewel Embroidery Kit - Theflossbox

That's it for this buzzing round of Want it Wednesday, don't forget I have a competition running so take a look and take part Competition Time.

Sunday I will be blogging about my adventures in the next chapter, and of the slow steady change to Mason Bee.

Want it Wednesday - Stop Collaborate and Listen...

No not going to burst out into song, though I bet you start humming. Anyway, this week post is dedicated to collaborations between artists/craftspersons. Reason for this, goes without saying really, is down to my own recent collaboration with Heidi Burton, which resulted in five rather beautiful clocks that I am so proud about that I was fit to burst yesterday listing them. I hope you have seen them but to remind you, just head over to my etsy store to have a look at them in more detail:

And this weeks selection:

Whats for Lunch - Zach Trover for Tinymeat

Framed pretty bunny brooch - Collaboration with Made By White - LisaManuels

Mae Lee Ann Ring- in collaboration with Keiko Lynn - LiamofYork

The Sweet Life-Photo Locket Necklace Collaboration with Susannah Tucker - HeartworksByLori

See you at the weekend

x

p.s. have you tried my lovely free pattern yet? If you have I would love to see it, I may very well surprise someone with a little something. Just simply post a picture in the Flickr Group, and become a crafty fellow

Want it Wednesday - Biccie Time

I am trying to be very, very good at the moment, limiting the amount of sugary goods I consume, but byjove its a bugger when all you crave is sugar. So I am going to deflect my sugar urges on to you good people by showing some biscuit goodness...go on I dare you to resist. 

Pink Iced Ring Screen Printed Cushion - whatnikkimade

British biscuits illustration - emilymackenzie

Tea Cup Biscuit Dunk Art Screen Limited Edition Print - sianuska

Biscuits Mug - BeckaGriffin

Citrus Fruit Slices 24 Biscuits - Coopscakes

Rainbow Cookies - wollyduck

Want it Wednesday - Stitching Goodness

Since I dipped my toe into the world of embroidery patterns, makes it sound very grand but what I've done is produced free little embroidery designs for people to stitch (personal use only...of course). I can't help but admire those who have been doing it for some time. So here are a selection of lovely patterns that people can purchase and a few links to other lovely blogs where you can download some patterns. 

This little lot are just bloody adorable...

Welcome Flower Spirals Spring Design - sewjenaissance

Laundry Day - alittlesweetness

Scandistitches - SeptemberHouse

Sweet Otter - wildolive

Not a pattern but a rather lovely kit by a very uber talented lady friend of mine,:

Basic Goldwork Purple Flower - Jen Goodwin Embroidery

Links:

Feeling Stitchy

&Stitches