Archive for July, 2006
If you’re looking for a really personal gift for someone special, Claudine Hellmuth may just have the answer. Her whimsical collages can be customised to reflect personalities, hobbies, dreams and aspirations.
Claudine will take a photo of a friend or relative and weave it into her own beautiful artwork. You can[.....]
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The handmade, one-of-a-kind jewellery by Sharma Designs comes in fun categories such as ‘Dainty Divas’, ‘Fabulous and Funky’ and ‘Bold and Brassy’. Each category has a brief description of that particular type.
The striking ‘Laser Etched Shell Handmade Necklace’ (above left) is made from cranberry freshwater pearls, pink glass and wood beads, with[.....]
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Donda Designs have come up with a totally new and original concept. They design and make bags but with a unique twist – each one is made out of neck ties.
The original (above left) was where it all started. Each bag is roomy with a strap that is long enough to wear[.....]
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‘INdollGENCES’ is the nickname given to the quirky, handmade dolls from Gifts Define. The adorable little dolls are ideal gifts for weddings, bridal and baby showers, birthdays, anniversaries etc. And with graduation season in full swing, they’re an unusual and very personal way of saying, ‘Well Done’.
Irma Niekum, the owner of Gifts[.....]
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The third 24:7 Theatre Festival begins today and runs until 30 July. 17 new plays will be performed in a number of non-theatre venues in Manchester, all within strolling distance of St Peters Square tram stop.
Preparation for the annual festival begins in January, when writers and performance companies are invited to submit[.....]
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Emma Taylor’s photography is all about form, shape and finding beauty in everyday objects. The image (above left) of a sofa, is from a series about memories and looking back at people and places from times gone by. As soon as I saw it I was instantly reminded of[.....]
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To celebrate their first unique range of t-shirt apparel and accessories, Wild Garden are offering a generous 10% off all goods and free delivery worldwide. The offer ends soon so don’t miss out.
Wild Garden is the creative collaboration of sisters Jessica and Nancy Lim. Each of their simple, chic designs is made[.....]
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You’re probably aware by now that I have a bit of a thing for cats. When I discovered these pretty ‘Lucky Cats’ earrings (above left) by The Star City Sound, I couldn’t resist sharing. They hang from antique brass-finish ear wires and are complimented with lime green glass beads.
I had a[.....]
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