3 Cushions

Lots more cushions at the shop this week.

One made from a hand worked tapestry panel, combined with vintage floral fabrics.

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The crinoline lady takes centre stage again...re-purposed antimacassars hand stitched in exquisite detail are surrounded by a beautiful c1940's Sanderson floral cotton.  

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And one for the children...A vintage handkerchief is the centrepiece to this cheerful cushion, bordered by c1950's roses. 

Niki x

Post Wedding Props!

I've been moving some of the floral displays and props from my daughter's wedding into the shop today.

The hydrangeas, sedums and rose hips should all dry quite well in their little posy vases and vintage bottles.

Old painted watering can with more hydrangeas.

China tea post are planted with viola plants.

Decorative bird cage and painted cake stand.

Another bird cage and watering can.

A decorative touch that isn't for sale is some bunting I made from damaged lace doilies.

I've also moved in some more vintage stock, such as these adorable cuddly toys.

Boxed baby set, with powder box, swansdown puff and hair brush, all in a beautiful little box.

I've been making some more pieces too... I've wanted to work on a new design for a bag and came up with this gathered style. It takes quite a bit of fabric, but I like how it turned out.

I used a fab shimmery 50's rose fabric and a wooden toggle button.

Lined inside with the same.

A pair of cushions made from a pretty vintage Sanderson chintz. 

Shoulder bag made from vintage hand embroidery and a 50's upholstery fabric. 

1930's button.
Niki x

Crinoline Lady Cushions

Two new cushions for my shop - Made from vintage hand embroidery and floral fabrics.

I added some appliqué flowers to create a more colourful garden effect.

Envelope backs with tie fasteners for easy wash-days.
Niki x

2 Bags

Vintage hand embroidery and some pretty vintage floral fabrics make another patchwork bag at my shop.

The reverse is a fabulous Sanderson - Lined inside with another Sanderson fabric! 

Bag number two - of a similar style but with shorter handles.

Niki x

Velvet & Lace

I made this little bag this week, using an antique French  silk damask in a softly faded pink.

I added a crochet lace piece from a vintage doily at the top of the bag.

And it is lined inside with a fabulous velvet from the 20's/30's.

Niki x