Big Top Jamboree

It seems to be the spring time for Jamborees - which is fine and dandy in my book!

Lost in the Forest will be appearing at the Big Top Jamboree in Dundee on 17th May....see what The Skinny have to say about it.....

Want some Dolly Mixtures?

Lost in the Forest will be appearing with Magpie tomorrow at Dolly Mixtures, we'll have a wee stall, so come down at 5pm sharp to grab some fabulous gifts for yourself! Then stay for cocktails, cupcakes and cucumber sandwiches and a little bit of (faux) Robbie Williams!

All the details can be found at the Facebook event  

I will make sure I take pictures, it is one of my new years resolutions, as normally I forget, or am too busy to click a few buttons on my camera...shame on me!

Dear Blogger, it's been one month since my last confession....

Happy New Year!! 

To be fair, December was awfully busy, and I was ill throughout the whole of it, so I shall not dwell on my lack of blogging, or really tell you about what I've been doing - I shall just tell you of the new things going on in the new and currently rather snowy year!

As well as all the new products I'm working on (which will be revealed in time..) there are a few things popping up in January that are worth mentioning....

Firstly Dolly Mixtures is a new event hosted by The Electric Circus, which Magpie are helping to organise some fabulous crafty stalls - Thursday night fun! Hop on over to the Magpie blog to find out more...

Secondly I will be running a little workshop/demo at the Made in the Shade Maisonette over in Glasgow towards the end of the month....check out their blog for more info and I'm sure you will see a little sneaky peak of what I'm doing here closer to the time.

Thirdly.....well, just wait and see! It is the new year after all and it's all about surprises and new beginnings :)

MarchéMarché

So, did you go? If you did you will know it was a fabulous day! There was such a lovely atmosphere, helped muchly by the live music and gin in tea cups!

My favourites of the day which I wish I had bought things from, but didn't because I was trying to be good....I knew I'd only live to regret it!

Lindsay Grime - recent ECA illustration graduate, fabulous illustrator and maker of amazing ceramic jewellery...
Lizzy Stewart...more fabulous illustrations, fun zines and lots of bears :)

There's no plans for another yet, but fingers crossed it will become a more regular event - just what Edinburgh needs!

MarchéMarché

I can't believe I haven't mentioned MarchéMarché yet...the time is fast approaching....next Saturday 12pm onwards to be precise and I am very excited to be involved. It's being organised by Kirsty Anderson of Wooden Tree and Susie Brown of SusieMaroon....there will be fancy cake, cocktails music...oh yeah and trinkets, doodles and fabulous things by a selection of Edinburghs finest... Far from your standard table trawling twee craft affair, which makes you flail your arms, yelp and run in the opposite direction, MarchéMarché oozes pizzazz....and I know you like pizzazz, so I expect to see you there?

Today I shall be working on all kinds of fabulous delights which (if they work) will be Lost in the Forest at MarchéMarché exclusives! Hoorah!

the secret garden...

A little behind the stall view from Stockbridge Market, which myself and Amy from Green Tree Crafts have been frequenting the past couple of weeks.
It's a fabulous little (but growing) market just off Raeburn Place in Stockbridge every Sunday....so if you're in Edinburgh pop down and say hello!

The stall is looking a wee bit empty, I am currently working on new things, but was struck down with illness for a week and got nothing at all done.....but it is full steam ahead now thank goodness as it will be a busy weekend....Made in the Shade at the Lighthouse in Glasgow on Saturday 26th followed by Stockbridge Market on Sunday 27th...



A sneak peek of what I'm currently working on.....The new collection includes lots of owls, bows, keys, lockets, wood, copper, acorns.....like a magical autumnal secret garden.....

So, anyhoo...it would be lovely to see you, make sure you say hi if you visit!

P.S You can now buy my little hand made, hand painted book and mermaids tear necklace from the Mythical Beast Sweet Shoppe online! http://themythicalbeastsweetshoppe.bigcartel.com/

Labour Day Sale

Happy Labour Day weekend to all my American and Canadian readers....and whoever else celebrates. To mark this occaision (and generally because I felt like being nice) there is 15% off everything in my shop this weekend (until Monday 7th 12pm GMT). Quote LABOUR at checkout - it would also be rather nice if you let me know where you discovered the sale! The reduction will be made by paypal refund, or on request of a new invoice. The 15% reduction is only valid on purchases and does not effect shipping cost. I am very excited (I'm sure there is a better word for it than that, but at 8.30 in the morning excited will do) about the change in seasons. I am an autumn/winter type of girl. I don't dress well in the summer.....I love to dress well in the autumn....beautiful colours, scarves, hats, wellies, thick tights (although thick black tights have been my summer staple!)....stomping through piles of soggy leaves in dark woodland....ahhh.....I love it! My autumn/winter soundtrack is Fern Knight......yes constantly. SO magical.

And whilst listening to the beautiful melodies I am busy creating some new pieces for the shop.....more to come soon!

stitched..

So, it seems I have been listing a lot (in comparison to jewellery pieces, I am well aware lots of nothing has been going on around here in the past couple of weeks) of textiley things recently. It was not a concious decision, but it is where I began....it's interesting watching things change and fluctuate over time...always returning to the same things, albeit in slightly different ways....

Anyway, never fear jewellery lovers as I have happened upon some fabulous vintage charms, old jewellery, chains and things and will be constructing some fabulous new pieces for your viewing (and hopefully wearing) pleasure! So... keep your eyes peeled over the next couple of weeks! In the meantime you could just hop on over to the shop and see some new purses made from vintage fabrics and some vintage fabric brooches and plush hearts embroidered with some of my favourite song titles......custom ones are also available on request :)

Time flies.....

Well, I noticed the other day that it's nearly 2 years (25th July) since I registered on Etsy.....I didn't actually start selling until later, but a milestone nonetheless! And what do milestones call for?? Presents! Yes, Lost in the Forest is having a giveaway!!

The Prize: You could be the proud owner of a little purse (pictured) - made from vintage fabric with a beautiful silk dupion lining. Along with other things.....that as yet will remain secret, and may well be matched to the winner because, you know, I like to make it a little personal....I also like to snoop around peoples blogs and what better excuse?

The Rules: Go to my shop.....HERE.....have a look around....tell me what you like.....leave a comment here. Simple! For an extra entry pimp my shop or blog and let me know where! For another entry buy something from my shop and leave a comment to seller saying giveaway or something similar...


The Small Print: Only one comment from each person will be counted so don't try to be sneaky and leave lots of comments! Only one pimp will be counted per person, but don't let that stop you telling everyone.....Only online pimps can be counted - I'm not sure I can vouch that you've told the postman....or that he even cares!

The Closing Date: 25th July 00:00GMT EDIT as of 25th July: Should read 26th July 00.00....Anyway...it ends tonight (Saturday at 12 midnight GMT)

Winner will be announced shortly afterwards.....Good Luck!!

Made in the Shade Summertime Hop and other stories

Made in the Shade went well, thanks to the hardwork that the Made in the Shade gals put in! I was a little more organised than I'd expected to be (due to the moving and illness) so that was quite good! I met lots of lovely people and chatted and looked at and bought some fabulous things, tapped my feet along to the music and generally had a good day...good but long.....around 18 hours start to finish....I was joined by the lovely Claira for most of the day (what a trooper!) and plotted and planned new and exciting things......watch this space!

Anyhoo....the new flat is going fabulously, all of our things were moved by a lovely man and his van called Michal on Monday. I'm currently away from my new abode, house and cat sitting for my sister. It's quite nice to be away from everything for a while, most things are still packed up at the new flat, I have a day off work today, so I actually have nothing to do....I am actually relaxing....whilst doing some online bits and pieces for Lost in the Forest - you can now be a fan our Facebook!..... this evening I will settle down with a takeaway and a film, covered in a furry cat shaped blanket or two!

More regular updates coming soon -BT have finally (after 3 days and numerous phonecalls) agreed with me that we actually do have a BT line in the flat so won't be charging me £120something to reconnect me - so internet will be in new flat by 2nd July!

Packing is still under way....but we finally move on Monday!! Normal service will resume shortly from the letter A.....or at least the basement flat below the house which the letter A is pointing to!


Please don't forget about the Made in the Shade summertime hop...20th June. Please come along if you can - it will be lots of fun!

I hope you are all enjoying the long weekend! Just a quick note to say that I have started adding new bits and pieces into the shop this weekend...I'll carry on updating all week hopefully - although next week is going to be a busy one - 2 new exhibitions to hang at work, etsy meets, private views and looking at flats (I wasn't planning on moving...until I heard about this flat - hopefully it's as nice as it sounds!)...plus all the usual bits to fit in!

Above is Morveren...a locket inspired by tales of mermaids and selkies.

on the shore...

I had a lovely day today perusing the antique shops and charity shops of Edinburgh....I found a few old treasures, some of which have already been transformed into new treasures and some which have joined the ever increasing pile of beautiful things I'm not quite sure what to do with yet.

A selection of new necklaces & brooches (above) are coming to the shop very soon...I'm quite excited about them....so much so that one....or two might not actually make it! I will replace with something equally fabulous...:) I just have to wait for the sun to stay out for a wee bit so I can take some pictures that don't look so....blurry!

I'm on a bit of a military/nautical/damsel/fair lady kick at the minute....it possibly has something to do with the constant stream of traditional folk songs and sea shanties played in this flat.......

New beginnings.....

To celebrate new beginnings I'm offering 50% off everything at Lost in the Forest until May 10th. This will be your last chance to buy what is currently listed in the shop, so grab it while you can!

Made in the Shade

I'm sitting here wondering where the week has gone....it seems like yesterday I was in Glasgow at Made in the Shade! My stall is pictured above - towards the end of the 2nd day, so really not looking its best! It was great fun, a little tiring, but nowhere near as much as I thought it would be on my own!
The Made in the Shade ladies did another fabulous job of organising things and will hopefully be back soon with another great event! Make sure to check their website regularly (or do the RSS thing) to find out about next years events!

Oh, and I did get a little bit of a chance to do some Christmas shopping, and as predicted it was mostly for myself! Shhh!

Oh - P.S Happy Birthday Chloe (little sister)

Folksy Angels Competiton

The lovely people at Folksy & Wemake have been running a festive competition 'Folksy Angels' calling for people to make Christmas (or other denomination holiday) decorations from recycled materials. Nothing should be bought. Above is half of my entry. My little houses pale in comparison to the rest of the fabulous decorations entered - there are some fabulous things made from ring pulls, corks and cans - I obviously don't drink enough as all that was in my recycling was cardboard & paper scraps!!

Please go and vote (for me if you like!) right here

Made in the Shade shopping list :)

I am taking a short break from frantic glueing and stitching to have a little peruse at some of the exhibitors at next weekends (argh!) Made in the Shade and get Christmas gift ideas. I don't think I will get a chance to have a proper look round, as my little helper has decided to bugger off for a week right at the wrong time! Thank goodness for ye olde interweb!



Made by Mother beautiful textile & paper works.....fabulousness!


Kitty and Dude fine ceramics that laugh at you behind your back....Their bird and wing mugs would look amazing filled with my coffee ;)
Helen Gallogly Textiles & interior accessories....I am seriously in love with these cushions.

Unfortunately these would be gifts for myself, which I do not think is in the Christmas spirit. Bah, humbug!

Now back to work!!

Pendants

I'm having a gentle end to what seems like the longest, shortest, worst, craziest week ever. Lots of glueing and embroidering and listening to fabulous things are being done today. Printing of new fabrics is not. My printer chooses it's times to break rather well. I managed to get a few new designs printed, but will have to investigate further into why it suddenly doesn't want to work today.

new faric, purses and lockets in progress

For any Scottish Sunday Times readers, you may have seen the Made in the Shade feature today...for those who aren't go here to see it. Only 2 weeks to go now....less than actually! It's going to be great fun, so get the date (25th October) in your diary and keep checking the website for updates.

Made in the Shade

Hoorah! Lost in the Forest has been accepted to sell at Made in the Shade a fabulous indie market at the Lighthouse in Glasgow.
25th October - have it tattooed on your brain so you don't miss it....regular reminders will be forthcoming :)