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Hello lovelies, how are we all doing? I have a fantastic post for fellow stationery addicts this week, showing off a package I recently ordered from The Idea Owl. Let me tell you a little bit more about who they are and what they do. The Idea Owl is a family run business based here in England, specialising in Kawaii stationery. For those of you who don't know what that means, it's basically all things cute! New stock is added each week, and there are two ways to shop.
Shopping via Instagram:
The first way is via the website, the traditional way. Then we have Facebook or Instagram, which are similar. The method I used is via Instagram. The rules are simple, you send Donna a message including your PayPal address and your postal address. You then have 4 weeks to add anything you like to your package, by commenting on the pictures. After 4 weeks, you will receive your invoice and a few days after payment your package will arrive, lovingly and carefully packaged in cute paper bags!
I really enjoyed shopping this way, you have to check regularly on Instagram because new stock is added all the time and it's first come first served! I nearly missed out on my beloved little llama stickers, luckily Donna had them back in and remembered I wanted them, so she saved me some until I confirmed I still wanted them!
I had to restrict myself, and try to be careful not to choose too many things! It can easily mount up, but receiving your package is so exciting, especially when you can't remember what you've ordered haha. I'll definitely be ordering from The Idea Owl again in the future, it will be a wonderful occasional treat I think.
The Ideal Owl website // The Idea Owl Instagram // Facebook
Can you see anything you'd like to order? I'm hooked on stickers! Now... where to find a penpal..!
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Hello lovelies, I've been waiting a long time to share this Handmade Monday with you! It's a particularly special one, and
a gift that Mark & I gave for Christmas to his mum Sandra. This gorgeous custom handmade picture is made by Laura of
Random Button. Random Button make beautiful handmade pictures that you can custom order via the website or Facebook
page. It's very shabby chic meets crafts, and there are a range of different things to choose from, which can be customised
to meet your needs. These pieces really are something special, and even better in real life if that were possible!
♥ Personalised Stitched House Picture (unframed)
When I first came across Random Button (on Facebook), I'd assumed that these handmade pieces of wonder would be expensive.
Because they are so unique, so detailed and just so pretty! But these pictures are surprisingly affordable, and perfect as a special
gift to a friend or loved one. All you do is send a photo of your/their house to Laura, specify if there are any colours/patterns you'd
prefer, and leave her to work her magic! I left those decisions to Laura, and I couldn't be happier with how the house turned out!
Mark's mum is pleased with it too, and tells me it will take pride of place in her new kitchen. I only wish I had a house already so
I could order my own! I will definitely be keeping Random Button in mind for future gifts, the attention to tiny details and the
packaging & presentation is perfect.
Random Button can be found on the following:
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Do you know anyone who'd like a Random Button picture? :)
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Hello my dears, I'm so excited to share with you this weeks Handmade Monday post. I couldn't be any more in lust with
the fabulous creations by Hannah Davis of Wolf & Moon. Hannah is a British artist & designer with an aim to create
unique, wearable jewellery at affordable prices. Even better, everything is handmade in her studio in Hackney. The
materials Hannah uses are what make the jewellery so stunning; perspex, wood, metals all in beautiful patterns and
colours. You can find Wolf & Moon on Facebook and Pinterest.
01. Crest Necklace in Gold
I don't own a statement necklace, and I don't very often put a necklace on, which is funny seeing as three out of four of
my choices from Wolf & Moon are necklaces. They have converted me, and I am craving this gorgeously crafted necklace
to sit on my collarbones and be the envy of everyone. Gold, black and cream with tortoiseshell, this necklace could be
worn with anything as it is so versatile in colour.
02. Crystal Collar Necklace in Blue
There are matching Crystal Drop Earrings to go with this necklace, and I think the set would look stunning both together
or worn alone. I think the gentle golds and glitter combined with the small shapes of this necklace make it quite dainty,
whilst the hints of the most beautiful shade of blue toughen it up a little. The great thing about this particular shade of
blue is that it is such a flattering and stunning colour against both tanned and pale skin, whereas with some colours I
find they are too much against my very pale skintone. Blue is the perfect addition of colour to this necklace.
03. Chevron Point Necklace
There is something quite striking about triangular shaped jewellery that always grabs my attention, and these lovely
little necklaces are no different. They are available in a wide range of colourways (if you can get your hands on one!)
and you can choose between a gold/silver chain. I love the use of glitter in Wolf & Moon jewellery, it's so pretty!
04. Double Triangle Earrings in Tortoiseshell
My favourite jewellery to wear by far is earrings, I can choose to wear tiny studs or bigger statement earrings and they
don't have to take over a whole outfit if I don't want them to. It was no surprise that I fell in love with this particular
pair, featuring both triangles and beautiful tortoiseshell. It was Hannah's use of tortoiseshell in her jewellery that led
to my current (and long lasting) love affair with Wolf & Moon.
05. Little Hex Studs in Black, Gold, Glitter
A couple of weeks ago, Hannah announced on the Wolf & Moon Facebook page that some of the sold out items were back in
stock. I've had my eye on the Little Hex studs for such a long time, I was thrilled when I managed to order a pair. I dithered
because these weren't the colourway I originally wanted, but I'm so glad I took the risk because I am completely and utterly
in love with them! They are my new favourite earrings, and add just the right amount of sparkle. They came packaged on a
Wolf & Moon card, with wadding behind to protect the studs (one was a teensy bit bent, but still perfectly wearable), and
wrapped in tissue paper complete with care instructions.
I can't wait to order more! Has anything caught your eye?
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Last month, Chantal of Pony Chops hosted a giveaway, and I was lucky enough to be the winner! Dorothée of Les Folles Marquises contacted me and gave me a choice of the wonderful creations in her Etsy shop. When I came across Chantal's giveaway, I fell in love with the Little Cutie pendant dolls straight away. Their shape, cute little details and very shiny finish really appeals to me. The little dolls are made from polymer clay and are varnished to give them their glossy, smooth finish.
I was a little bit torn when it came to choosing. I was torn between the Little Cutie doll I had originally picked out, and the neon pink triangle earrings. I have a bit of a thing about triangles, and I knew that the earrings would be more wearable on a daily basis as I am always wearing earrings even if no other jewellery. Eventually I placed the earrings in my Etsy love list and decided that I should pick the Little Cutie doll, it is definitely more unique and although I won't wear it everyday, that just makes it a little bit more special when I do wear it.
Dorothée was lovely and helpful, and my sweet little necklace arrived not long after I'd chosen. I was surprised when it arrived all the way from France in such a short time! It came lovingly packaged, with beautiful and well thought out design of postcard, business card and headed letter. Dorothée even wrote a little note for me - so sweet! How pretty is Dorothée's handwriting?! I couldn't be happier with my necklace, it's so unusual and quirky, and I can't wait to wear it more.
I'd like to say a big thank you to Chantal and Dorothée, thank you both so much!
Chantal's blog // Dorothée's blog // Les Folles Marquises Etsy // Les Folles Marquises Facebook
Don't forget to enter my giveaway!
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Hello lovely readers, as promised here is my 150 follower giveaway! Good luck!!
The giveaway is open internationally and there are going to be three prizes:
First prize
A custom A5 illustration of yourself (or a friend if you'd prefer), and a notebook with the illustration on
Second & third prize
A custom A5 illustration each
Previous winner's prize
The giveaway is going to run for the whole of September, and the winners will be announced on October 1st. There are a number of different ways you can enter, feel free to do just one or all of them, it's totally up to you! Please leave your email address in a comment, so that if you win I can contact you to discuss your illustration and you can send me your address once the illustration is finished. If you win, I will need a couple of photos, and a photo or links to whatever you'd like to be wearing on the illustration.
The prizes will be done in order of them being received, first prize first and so on. Each illustration will take no longer than a week to be done & posted. Please note: I will be taking an exam on October 7th, so all prizes will be done in the weeks following.
You are free to use the illustration however you like (if you want to use it on your blog etc.), but it would be lovely if you could credit me for it if anyone asks :)
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Hello lovely people, and an extra special hello! to my new followers.
I thought I'd share with something I've been working on lately, and if you follow me on Instagram you've no doubt seen some sneaky peeks! Recently, Mark & I watched Moonrise Kingdom and fell instantly in love. I think it's probably a bit of a Marmite film, some will love it and others won't understand the fuss. Sam and Suzy are the two protagonists of the film, and quirky ones at that.
As soon as I saw their characters, I knew I'd have to illustrate them. Here are some of my progress shots from start to finish, I did this over a couple of days so the light varies in the photos (sorry!). I've been having some issues with the scanner, which does my illustrations no justice at all. If any creative folk have any tips, I'd be endlessly grateful :)
As I've mentioned before, I'm hoping to start my own Etsy shop in the not-too-distant future. I hope for Sam & Suzy to be available in a range of ways, but until then I hope you enjoy my little illustrations.
p.s. I'm struggling a little with my giveaway and what I should actually give away... what do people think of a similar giveaway to last time? Custom illustrations, only this time with something a little extra.
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Good morning lovelies, I just wanted to share some good news with you :) I decided last night, inspired by Victoria at Treelined Avenue, to buy my very own domain name for my blog. So you can now find my blog at teathreesugars.co.uk - exciting!
On a similar note with this change, I decided to finally get myself a Facebook page for my blog. I only just started it, but I'd be really appreciative if you could pop and give it a 'like' for me, either by clicking the picture to the left, or the link above.
If you have a Facebook page for your blog, please link to it below so I can come and have a nosy :) thank you x
