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Craft Fairs for 2016

All of TDE’s craft fairs via the Livingston Crafts Association are now over for the current year. I had a lovely time, both here in Livingston at St Margaret’s Academy and in Linlithgow at the Masonic Halls. Catching up with previous customers and meeting new faces is so much fun. It’s always deeply appreciated that people are willing to brave our infamous weather and come to check out all the handmade crafts on display. A huge thank you for your business and for the wonderful feedback.

Taking part in craft fairs is definitely an ongoing learning experience and 2016 saw me make several improvements to my craft tables. I’m delighted with my new banner and also enjoyed playing with different layouts, introducing more levels to best display my products. The positive comments I received from visitors made the effort very worthwhile. I’m looking forward to 2017’s fairs.

Craft Fair Table Display

Christmas Posting and Deliveries

The last UK posting dates for 2016 are fast approaching. Second Class mail will be going out by Tuesday 20th and First Class mail will be dispatched by Wednesday 21st. I’m happy to post after these dates if requested but be aware that there’s no guarantee they’ll be received in time for Christmas. Last posting dates for non UK deliveries can be found on my Facebook page HERE – just click the link.

 

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Crafting for Christmas – End of the Year Rapidly Approaches

I have no idea where 2014 has vanished to but we’re only a matter of weeks away from the Festive Season and the buying frenzy which is Christmas Shopping… arghhh! I will hold my hands up and admit that I prefer to buy as much as possible online or at craft fairs and I completely avoid the town centre and retail parks if possible. What’s your preference? Drop me a comment to let me know. It’s something that fascinates me as we have such varying reactions to the entire concept of Christmas and shopping for presents.

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The Handcrafters’ BIG Giveaway

Perfect timing for this news in the run up to Christmas I think and hopefully my readers will all agree! Introducing:-

 

The Handcrafters’ BIG Giveaway!

 

Launching today, this is a massive collective giveaway featuring 12 amazing prizes for 1 very lucky winner. Yep! You heard me correctly. 1 person will walk away with ALL of the prizes.

Needle felted snowman

Sandy McSlushy – Needle felted collectible

Every prize that is included has been handmade with love and care (not to mention blood, sweat and tears) by a wide variety of talented UK handcrafters, including yours truly, Thistle Dubh Ewe! Each product is made from top quality materials and is completely unique. You could treat yourself to some goodies or hand them out as last minute Christmas gifts for friends and family… it’s entirely up to you. Here’s a preview of just one of the prizes:-

Niobium Necklace

Niobium Necklace handcrafted by Jewellery My Design

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Wovember, Movember, Craft Stash and Craft Fairs!

Another busy month here in rather rainy Scotland. Winter is on its way with crisp mornings, lots of rain and the inevitable “nights fair drawin’ in” darkness. Definitely time to pull out those winter woolies.

Wovember 2013 Arrives

Despite that there’s lots of crafty fun and goodness to be had, not least with the start of Wovember and its celebration of all things truly wooly! If you haven’t come across this term before, pop on over to the Wovember blog where you can read all about it and find lots of interesting articles on growing, harvesting, processing, working with and wearing wool! I recommend grabbing a cuppa and some cookies before you start as it may take some time.

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Craft Kit Review – Sheep Cushion

When I was at the Creative Stitches and Hobbycrafts show at the SECC in March this year, I picked up this adorable cushion kit from Fiddlesticks Fabrics of Ballyclare. I may have mentioned a penchant for sheep-ish items and this was one of them. Featuring 3 applique sheep in some very stylish black and white swirl fabrics, I was curious to see just how easy it would be to make.

On opening the kit I found

  • a set of instructions
  • 3 sets of applique fabric pieces to make the sheep
  • 6 white buttons for the eyes
  • fabric for making up the cushion front and back

The cushion fabric itself was generously cut with more than enough to make the 3 pieces and their respective seam allowances as required. I do recommend using dressmaking scissors for this to get the best and easiest cut through the fabric. I didn’t have any and waited till I’d bought some before attempting the job. The cushion is a very simple envelope style so it’s geared towards being a suitable starting point for beginners. No complicated sewing involved, just straightforward hemming.

 

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Beautiful tartan on the cutting mat today, and not Beautiful tartan on the cutting mat today, and not just any tartan! Purple tartan! 😁 Pattern matching as best I can. I'll have 5 medium/sock size bags from this fabric, all going well, so a very limited run. #knittersofinstagram #britishknitters #tartanstyle #projectbags #knittingaccessories #etsyuk #sockknittingbag #knittingbags #igknitters
Last of the gnomes for now. They've been so popula Last of the gnomes for now. They've been so popular, thanks for all the orders folks! ☺️ This shawl bag is in a new colourway. A brighter blue on an ice blue background. Super winter-y. ❄️ It will be heading off to its forever home this weekend. Expect more spring appropriate fabrics in the coming weeks as I live in hope of warmer weather. 😁 #knittingbags #projectbag #knittingaccessories #knittersofinstagram #britishknitters #etsyselleruk #shoplocal
Another couple of custom bag orders that flew the Another couple of custom bag orders that flew the coop last weekend. 🥰😊 More gonks heading off to southern climes this weekend. Last posting date has now passed for this year but the Etsy shop will remain open (link in profile) through the holidays 🎄 for orders posting in January. #knittersofinstagram #knittingbags #knittingstorage #projectbag #gonksofinstagram #knittersofig #britishknitters  #shoplocaluk #etsyukseller
Latest custom order that went off to its new home Latest custom order that went off to its new home last week. 😍 A sweater size bag, perfect for those larger cold weather projects. #winterknitting #knittingaccessories #wipbags #projectbag #etsyukseller #smallbusinessuk #sweaterknitting #knittingstorage #gonks
It's a chilly night here in West Lothian, obviousl It's a chilly night here in West Lothian, obviously the perfect time for some therapeutic sock knitting. Especially since there's more sock yarn on the way! 😙 I started this beauty 3 years ago 😳 and have no idea why it's never been finished. The pattern is so easy to follow and I really like the contrasting colour and pattern in the panel below the cuff. Ruth, the designer behind the pattern, did a great job with this one. 👏🥰 I am going to have more actual pairs eventually. 😂 #socktawk #britishknitters #yarnink #womenwhomake #knitlife #socknittersofinstagram #mindfullymade
My lovely friend Lucy is hoping to re-open her LYS My lovely friend Lucy is hoping to re-open her LYS, Purl A Row, after a recent move from Cornwall to Lincolnshire. Under the current circumstances it's proving to be a bit of a struggle, so any and all support would be deeply appreciated. Even if it's just sharing the information with others! 😊
If you're looking for a knitty treat for yourself or even a gift for a knitting friend, do check out the luxury Christmas boxes that Lucy has available. Her Knit Lit box series has proven very popular, so you might also be interested in the new Woodland Box subscription boxes which start in January. 👏😉 All sign up links can be found on the website at the link below! #shoplocal #smallbusinessuk
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