Daisy's been playing

I've had a little time to play.

To hang some pictures,

twinkly lights and bunting.

On a recent trip to Derbyshire I found this cute

mini bunting to finish off my shelves in the kitchen.

I also came across this little beauty in

Nellie in the Shed

The bathroom has had a quick makeover too.

I've made a new blind for the window...

added some flowers ...

and found a place for my very useful steps

which also turn into an extra seat when needed.

Then it was the turn of the frame that had been

sitting on the fireplace since I moved in.

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After living with it a while I decided to turn it into

a mood board as my old one was too big and didn't

fit anywhere in my new house.

(Please ignore hideous glass behind frame

as I try to every time I walk past it!!)

I chose a vintage looking fabric to back it...

and then started to add the things that inspire me.

It all looks quite neat at the moment but I doubt it will last long!

I have already added extra things since the photo

was taken.

Enjoy your Sunday.

Hugs

Daisy xxx

Coast - A day at Hope & Elvis

On Saturday I was lucky enough to get a last

minute place on the Hope & Elvis workshop

called Coast.

The studio is full of inspiration ...

and things from the past.

There are cases full of fabric, buttons, lace, and papers

to choose from.

Last year, while in Cornwall, I collected some sea

glass. At last I have found a way to display

some of it.

I then moved on to this picture transfer.

Picking fabrics that complemented it.

Louise showed us how to make pocket inserts

so I had a go myself.

But now what should I make it into?

I decided on a cuddle cushion in the end with buttons

and a cosy pocket to keep my hands warm

while watching tv.

Then I started to rummage through the driftwood.

I had chosen this selection of fabric to work with.

Perfect for a sailing boat don't you think?

Bunting and sails ...

tied onto the driftwood ...

and part sewn, part glued onto a

feather cushion covered in an old

woollen blanket.

Not the most practical thing I've made

but I love it all the same.

Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

Love Daisy xxx

Welcome to Ginger & Pickles

I made this little shop many moons ago

when the children were small.

(I'm not going to kid you, it was never for them!)

It's looking a little tired now and the 'wisteria' is a

bit bedraggled and sad but inside ...

is the shop of my dreams.

Fat quarters and handmade shirts...

sewing machines, vintage finds and old books ...

threads and sweets in glass jars.

An old wooden counter, crisp brown paper bags

and a grumpy till!

Was this the beginning of the dream I wonder?

Wouldn't you like to visit and have a peek through the window?

Maybe one day it will open its doors for real ...

with Daisy Moon above the window.

I'll keep you posted!

Enjoy your evening.

Love Daisy xxx