Sunday, 22 February 2009

A find, inspirations and some 'makes'.

I want to tell you about my 'find of the week'. My local supermarket has a charity shop next door, so whilst popping in for milk and bread, the supermarket that is, I just have to nip into the charity shop, it would be a crime not to? Yes? You agree, good! I noticed the table pictured below for sale in said charity shop and thought what a great height it was, and carried on my merry way. Got home and into my work room and thought about the table.......Telephone's dear husband, who kindly obliged and went and fetched the table for me, complaining that not only did he fetch it, he had to pay for it too;-) (Owls are tooting again)! Anyway, the reason I'm prattling on about this is because I can't tell you what a godsend it has been, mainly because of it's height....it is 6" higher than my work tables and boy does it save the back. It is so good to stand and work at!!!
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I had the most wonderful surprise the other day, Postman bought me a package from USA. Dear Amy of rosesradishesandrubbish sent me all manner of beautiful items. Paper, lace, buttons, a stunning handmade paper heart with my name on it, so many lovely things, but also a piece of her art work. I adore her subtle, quirky, beautiful art, photographs do not capture the fine colour and pencil work and the intricacies of her special style. Thank you so much Amy! I implore you to go and read her lovely blog and visit her Etsy site, you will not be disappointed.


Above, some of the treasures sent to me and below Amy's art work, presented in a papier mache box. I love it so much.I have such kind and generous friends, I am so fortunate.~0~
After a bit of a 'O so sorry for me' start to last week, I did finally manage to kick myself into some action!
Needlecase.....







After reading a post about a shop window in New York which featured cut paper pigeons on a wire, posted by Sue of mousenotebook whose blog by the way is an absolute delight, a feast for the eyes and so beautifully written!!! You must, must make a visit. I was so inspired, it got me thinking and here is the result! You may have seen my images on Flickr but I wanted to tell you where the inspiration came from.






Thank you all so much my lovelies, for all your ongoing kindness and support.

I hope you all have a great week and thank you for stopping by.x

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20 comments:

  1. Anonymous22 February 2009 at 21:42

    WOW to the table find, WOW to your amazing artwork, and WOW to the beautiful things you were sent to play with. Sorry this is such a feeble comment; it's been a hard week!

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  2. Michala Gyetvai (Kayla coo)22 February 2009 at 21:43

    Hello Viv,
    I do love to pop in and visit, such lovely things.xx

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  3. Shabby Chick22 February 2009 at 22:37

    Oh I do LOVE the birds, they are wonderful! The table sounds like a must have too, it's for work ;)

    What great things Amy sent you, you're a lucky thing!

    Mel xxx

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  4. Teena Vallerine22 February 2009 at 22:49

    Oh my so much to feast upon here! Love those pecky birds! And now I"m off to check the links too! t.xx

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  5. Sal22 February 2009 at 22:52

    It's always fun to visit your blog!
    I love your needlecases ;-)

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  6. monda-loves22 February 2009 at 22:59

    I love all the of birdies Viv - such lovely compositions.

    Monda
    x

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  7. Jackie23 February 2009 at 01:12

    Lovely little birds, and it looks like your lucky weekend!

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  8. A time to dance23 February 2009 at 08:59

    morning sweetie....waiting to ring the doc...I think I have been suffering from migaine which explains things... I hoped we would see the table...I love the little birds...lovely...have a good week...H

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  9. Gina23 February 2009 at 09:28

    The little birds are gorgeous, especially like them on the purse. Off to check out your links as it's always good to discover new blogs!

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  10. Kitty23 February 2009 at 09:33

    Wonderful needle cases, fabulous purse. Your work is so delicious. x

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  11. meplusmolly23 February 2009 at 11:26

    gorgeous work and loving the little birds! what a great find the table must have been. your package of goodies looks inspiring and what a beautiful piece of work Amy sent you, lucky you! ;0

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  12. mimilove forever23 February 2009 at 12:47

    Oi Titchmarsh! Lovin the new birdies!

    (back away from the seceteurs!)
    x;0)

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  13. Anonymous23 February 2009 at 14:38

    Hi there! your week certainly turned around! what lovely things you made ,l loved the books and needle case and then the birds! have checked your links already!
    you'll be pleased to go back to work for a rest!!Easters not far off! thankyou for sharing all your lovely things xx

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  14. 'fancypicnic'23 February 2009 at 19:23

    Okay...I need that table!!

    Beautiful creations, as always, Viv. I've finally got my hands on that Cloth, Paper Scissors issue - very many congratulations, it is terrific! Wonderful feature xx

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  15. hens teeth23 February 2009 at 21:33

    donna ~ word verification is playing up on your blog and will not allow me to leave a comment. Can you email me please?

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  16. RosesRadishesandRubbish24 February 2009 at 03:41

    Dear Viv,

    So glad you like the "stuff"!!:) Thanks so much for all the kind words. I truly LOVE your work but this batch is just TOO wonderful!! Love the bird theme! So cheerful and sweet. Been "under the weather again" feel like I caught the same junk all over again, FINALLY getting caught up. Lotsa hugs, Amy

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  17. Swirlyarts24 February 2009 at 10:27

    Hi there Viv. I've featured you on Cuteable this morning http://cuteable.com/

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  18. Anonymous24 February 2009 at 17:45

    didn't you turn your week around!loved the needle cases and the birdy purses! l have checked out the links..glad your table helps with your neck!mines been a pain as well!

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  19. cloudhopping24 February 2009 at 19:38

    Hello fellow Staffordian! I love your needle cases.

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  20. Things Hand Made25 February 2009 at 13:55

    I can't count the amount of times I have had to go back after ummimg and arrring!

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