Feltidermy

Meet Bluebell the Jackapole, handcrafted in felt, and some of her less fortunate friends who have fallen victim to 'feltidermy'. I'd like to tell you that no cute little fluffy animals have suffered for the sake of today's post but that would be a lie. However, Girlsavage is responsible! (and adorable)

get folksy with elizabeth prince

A few months ago I lost my wedding ring...i had to conclude it must have slipped off during a morning swim. But when it gets replaced I'll be purchasing one of Elizabeth Prince's ceramic dishes and keeping it on my bedside where I can put my rings when I run down to the beach for a splash before work or less glamourously, have to clean the bathroom.

On a much more important note, I discovered Elizabeth on folksy.com... you are probably all ahead of me on this one, but methinks it could trump Etsy the way Facebook did Myspace! Not only are there talented craftspeople selling their wares, just as much of the site is devoted to step-by-step projects you can do at home contributed by members free of charge, like this envelope cushion cover. I love the idea of people sharing their crafty secrets for free, it keeps alive the spirit of pre-internet craft.

do little, eat much

Craft that looks like food is like window shopping and not buying anything. Sometimes this can be strangely satisfying. Unless of course you have the palate for felt, in which case you would need professional help but at the same time be able to indulge in these little french macaroons by Dolittle Design!