Jolly Hobbies Arts and Craft Fair

I love nice craft fairs - and this craft fair is nice. Hornsey Parish Church Hall is a stones throw from Crouch End, at the bottom of Muswell Hill and Alexandra Palace and is the most ideal place for a fair such as this. It has been running since September and will continue into the new year thank goodness. The lovely ladies Ako Kivanc, who runs the stylish shop Forms in Camden Lock and textile artist Yasu Hasegawa (creator of gorgeous felted art pieces, in lovingly handmade frames) organise the events and are very gracious hosts indeed. We had a great time at the fair on 17th December, our last fair before Christmas. There was delicious food from the fabulously named Hungry Wolf and there was tea and jewellery and cards and cushions AND PARKING just outside!. We sat next to Tanya from Strikk, who amuses us greatly with her worldly charm and wicked sense of humour. Strikk's knits are of the highest quality and style - lush, thick, cosy knitted hotwater covers, blankets and cushions. We look forward to seeing you all again in 2012.

 

We Make at Battersea Arts Centre - Lavender Hill

Had the most lovely time at the We Make London fair yesterday. Once again Mary, the main organiser and all her people put on a top notch event. Thank you ladies of We Make, you're the best! There were carols from the Jubilee Singers filling the hall which in itself was stunning.  We met lots of amazing people like Paula Eastman of Feather Fancies selling exquisite fascinators and the amazing Kate Rawlinson of One of a Kind Boutique was sat opposite us so I got to gaze across longingly at her beautiful stall.  We met Kashmira from Ant Designs who makes lovely papercut messages. And Anna Wiscombe with her decorative, folky little wooden brooches. I didn't get a chance to shop, as much as i'd like but I did buy a couple of felted mushrooms from Nichola Pitt. Gorgeous. I cannot possibly mention everyone but the quality of products at this handmade event was so high, everyone did a great job - all the stall holders are listed on the We Make website.

A crochet mushroom by our very own Woolsmiths

the quiet revolution and London Clay Birds stall 2011.

Columbia Road Christmas Market

I love Columbia Road all year. But there is something magical about the place at Christmas...

and the band played... and the people shopped...

Of Cabbages and Kings Market

Did the Stoke Newington Market on Saturday and it was brilliant!! Jessica and Sanna always create a wonderful environment for shoppers and stall holders alike. Thanks ladies. Anyway Claire and I had a great day, lots of lovely people and pressies to buy.

Our stall at Cabbages

Doors just opened!

Claire setting up in the morning. 

Hampstead Christmas Fair

We had a stroll through the very pleasant Hampstead Christmas Fair Sunday 27th November and there were Reindeer and Owls and Liam Gallagher. Very exciting it was. Get Set Bake were also there selling their delicious cakes and baking kits. Another stall holder of note was Soupologie offering wonderful healthy soups - perfect for a late November afternoon....

Get Set Bake table of delights.Yum. 

Reindeer

Owls and falcons drew a crowd.

We Make London Christmas Fair - 10th Dec

 

We will also be at this fine event. Pop in and enjoy the festivities.

Abney Hall Market Day. Yay.

We will be at the Of Cabbages and Kings Christmas market in Stoke Newington on Saturday 3rd December. Come on down and have a look at us, there will be loads of great designers and merriment . Can't wait.

The Woolsmiths are here!

Hello one and all,
I'd like to point you in the direction of woolsmiths.etsy.com and woolsmiths.folksy.com - a marvellous new venture for our knitted and crochet goods.

Thames Festival - Craft Trail

London Clay Birds and thequiet revolution will be selling our wares with the Lovely Sanna Panda and Friends on Saturday and Sunday. Looks like it'll be a very exciting event indeed.

Craft Market Crouch End!

Hurray - a craft market in Crouch End... alright Hornsey...potato tomato. I'm sure there have been craft events in crouch end before now but not with us in them. Until now, well this Saturday. If you find yourself in North London, we're pretty much at the bottom of Muswell Hill and Alexander Palace, off Park Road. Join us.

I would also like to mention that the event is raising money for the Japanese Red Cross.



Lonny Magazine Blog

We are today's office obsession, courtesy of the lovely Brittany, thank you x

Lonny Magazine Blog

Handmade Living - July Edition

London Clay Birds features in this months Handmade Living Magazine. Thank you Charlotte, I love it! I shall make sure that everyone refers to me as a genius from now on.

 

Aardvark plugs London Clay Birds

Earlier this month, the lovely Lesley and Pea from Aardvark, gave us a plug in their rather marvellous interview with From Britain With Love. Thank you ladies. They were very kind to stock my cards, brooches and flowerpresses back when they ran the Aardvark Tea Room in St Leonards-on-sea. They are the creators of such classics as: Kill your TV Manifesto and Boat of Life not forgetting the Pause and Wonder Manifesto for the V&A Museum. Awesome.

GoodHomes Magazine

One of my 'London Clay Birds' Birdboxes is featured in this months May edition of GoodHomes magazine! Page 57 people, check out the glorious array of bird homes. Nice.

Mine is the one in the centre left.

Little Bird Exhibition

Just to let you know about this amazing show starting 22nd March - 17th April at The Dukes Theatre Gallery in Lancaster. A flock of birds by artists and crafters will fill the gallery space and each sold to raise money for Women For Women International. The charity helps women in war-torn places to rebuild their lives and start new businesses.
For more info check out the Little Bird Facebook page .
And of course a pair of London Clay Birds is winging its way to the event as we speak.
Thank you Goergia Rusch for geting in touch - an excellent project in which to partake!

Oh Comely Magazine

Thank you Beth and Liz at Oh Comely magazine for the feature in issue four of your stunning publication. I hope the wren box finds a wonderful home....

UK Handmade interview...

Thanks to the wonderful UK Handmade for my online feature this week! Their superb new look website is teeming with creative stories along with advice and support - it is well worth checking out.