May Update

I thoroughly enjoyed having a stall at the Outlander UK Gathering at Creiff Hydro on Saturday last. 

Over 200 fans of the Diana Gabaldon Outlander books and TV series gathered to enjoy a weekend of tours, talks, craft fayre, traditional music and song, Ceilidh and much more. I met so many lovely people from all over the US, Canada, New Zealand and Scandinavia as well as the UK. The Craft Fayre on Saturday morning was held in the Melville Hall at Creiff Hydro and as well as a fascinating array of Scottish arts and crafts there were demonstrations on waulking the cloth, traditional dressmakers and even a herbalist sharing her knowledge. I was really busy and didn't get a chance to see everything that was going on but there was a great atmosphere and everyone really enjoyed themselves.

A massive thank you to Tina for inviting me and to Yvonne from Tartan Bodice Creations for recommending me and of course to all the lovely people who made purchases on the day!

My next event isn't until July 11th at Falkland Craft Market so I have made everything that I have in stock available to buy online.

'Pink Thistle Bothy'

Outer edge of frame measures 50 x 50 cm

£285

These four pictures are all felt originals, photographed here with their glazing in place so apologies for the slight reflections. The frames on all these pictures are sturdy but light weight and easy to post.

'Sheets On The Line'

Outer edge of Frame 30 x 50 cm

£185

'Cnoc Bua Bothy'

Outer edge of frame 30 x 30 cm

£95

'Fianach Bothy'

Outer edge of frame 30 x 30 cm

£95

I also have these cute little cushions available. They measure 30 x 30 cm and the image is printed onto suede effect fabric which retains the lovely tactile soft feel of felt. The cushion covers are removable and washable with a little zipper along the bottom edge.

Cushions £28

I still have two of the larger cushions available as well.

Cushions 45 x 45 cm

£38

My Etsy Shop is also stuffed full of Pendants and Earrings. I only have two bracelets and two rings left at the moment but both have been listed.

Bracelets £20

Rings £18

Pendants £24

 

Earrings £18

Some of the earrings feature Anne Miller's fabulous handmade ear wires. All my earrings are on sterling silver ear wires but Anne's wires offer something a little bit different.

Felt Heart Pendant 

£24

I have just one of these large felt heart pendants available in this lovely summery turquoise. I wear one of these myself and it looks great on. Not as big as it looks. You can see it on my model 'Tabitha' below. You can also see 'Pink Thistle Bothy' on the wall which gives an idea of size.

Tabitha is also wearing this felt ivy leaf brooch below. These brooches are great for keeping cardigans closed at the front.

Felt Ivy Leaf Brooch

£12

I've made lots of treble clef brooches in lots of different colours including this rainbow one and a lovely navy for a change.

Treble Clef Brooches

£12

You can find all this and more in my online shop here

If you have any enquiries please feel free to get in touch at aileenclarkecrafts@yahoo.com

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Sheep Mugs and The Aurora Borealis!

What an exciting end to last week we had. On Thursday evening I was faffing about finishing off a few things when I spotted an update on Facebook from a friend in Orkney saying that the aurora was amazing right there and then. Knowing it was a clear night down here I went out on the off chance that we might see a glimmer.

At first we saw nothing but started to notice a green glow on the horizon. We all got our boots on and went and stood in the field and suddenly an arc of green appeared with lights shooting up out of it and a red haze all around. It was absolutely breath taking.

It was the kind of moment when you think you should try and take a photo but on the other hand you might miss everything by running inside for the camera. I also know that getting good photos of the aurora involves tripods and special settings on the camera so instead of fiddling about and missing anything we just stood awe struck and watched as the lights moved and changed.

I got permission to share this photo from Keith Proven Artist and Photographer who is based in Cupar, north Fife. This is pretty much what we saw although we were a little further away. I have seen the aurora borealis once before but had never seen any colours. I have always wanted to see it again but never imagined that we'd see it from our own front door! You can see more photos on Keith's Facebook page here

So as if seeing the northern lights wasn't enough excitement for one day, my new mugs then arrived from the printers on Friday! 

The original felt picture that the mug is printed from features this fluffy mamma sheep and her three Spring lambs skipping through the meadow.

I have also restocked with the Cottage and Coo deisgns.

The mugs come with their own matching Gift Boxes as well.

£8.50 including the box available here

The Sheep Mugs have been flying out the door over the weekend and there are only 8 left. I have ordered more but I'm not sure when they will be in so if you would like one soon, please don't hesitate to order.

I have also have four new Notebook designs printed.

Pretty Bird

Dolphin

Creagan Cottage

and Hannah's House

Notebooks are £5.95 each available here

Pretty Bird is also available as a card

£2.50

I've been busy with my jewellery making as well and came up with these Pony Pendants last week.

And these Treble Clef Pendants and Brooches

The Treble Clef pendants sold out within two days after I shared them on my Facebook page and these two are all I have had time to make since so it's back to the sewing machine this week to re stock.

That's all for now. I've been trying to update my blog since last Thursday but have just been so busy! It's going to be another busy week here as well with lots of juggling of time.

Remember if you have any enquiries about anything you see here, just email me at aileenclarkecrafts@yahoo.co,