Creative Spotlight, Seasonal

A Day in London: Art, Nostalgia & Inspiration

A Family Day Trip. Somerset House: The Spell or The Dream Our first stop was Somerset House, home to The Spell or The Dream, a striking installation by Turner Prize-winning artist Tai Shani. The centerpiece is a 10 ร— 3 m luminous blue sculptureโ€”a hand-painted, gently breathing figure suspended in a glass box, poised between… Continue reading A Day in London: Art, Nostalgia & Inspiration

Creative Spotlight, Studio Life & Personal Projects

Knitting a puppy: A course on Domestika, by Claire Garland.

When I was sent a knitted bunny pattern on Pinterest I was so inspired. I love surprising materials and also accessible crafts! I wanted to make an owl for my daughter's harry potter lock down party. When searching for a knitting pattern I discovered the amazingly talented Claire Garland's work. I've been a fan ever… Continue reading Knitting a puppy: A course on Domestika, by Claire Garland.

Creative Spotlight, Tutorials, Crafting & DIY

Comic Book Day Crafts

It's Comic Book day! Zap, Pow, Boom! Check out my comic book shoes tutorial, they are still going strong. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PiXo4qPaJJ0&t=15s I put together a pin boards of comic book inspired crafts. https://www.pinterest.co.uk/enagreen/comic-book-crafts/

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A Day of Creativity in London: Dishoom, Laika Exhibition, and Tate Britain Adventure

I went on a trip to London recently and had a fantastic creative day. The day began with an amazing breakfast at Dishoom in Coal Drops Yard. this was my 3rd visit to Dishoom and it did not disappoint. Then we headed over to the south bank because I wanted to see the Laika Exhibition… Continue reading A Day of Creativity in London: Dishoom, Laika Exhibition, and Tate Britain Adventure

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Mister Finch: Fantastical Textile Creatures and Workshops | Inspired by Nature

I've been a fan of Mister Finch from the moment I saw on oversized moth on Pinterest. Mister Finch is a self taught textiles artist who creates fantastical creature from found and repurposed materials. His work is full of texture, and childlike wonder. He creates these imaginative creatures and has turned them into several beautifully… Continue reading Mister Finch: Fantastical Textile Creatures and Workshops | Inspired by Nature