Archive for March, 2010
The only type of eggs I like are Easter Eggs. But even they can get a bit samey after a few years. I think it’d be nice to receive something with a bit more permanence and fewer calories!
Here are some great little suggestions, all for under £20.
This brilliant egg cosy kit (above) will suit[.....]
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Knitting is rapidly becoming more and more popular, and more and more fashionable. Even some celebrities knit nowadays. Uma Thurman, Sarah Jessica Parker, Julia Roberts and Madonna have all revealed recently that they like knitting.
In the Loop shows the different aspects of contemporary knitting practice and transforms our understanding of knitting away from retro hobby[.....]
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Off-beat shopping event, Made in the Shade makes a welcome return to The Lighthouse next month. This will be the first of their 2010 programme of ‘vintage-inspired neo-craft and design showcases’.
The work of over 30 local designer makers will be on sale on the 17th April, as the Made in the[.....]
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The Lock Gallery is an independent open studio and art gallery. It is located amongst picturesque scenery within the hub of Coventry’s art scene.
Founded in 2008, sculptor and artist Emma O’Brien works on her own art. She also hosts a number of local, established and emerging artists in their own exhibitions.
The Lock Gallery[.....]
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This is offer is now closed.
We’re having a little change around on Indie Quarter. Dusting things down, smartening it up and adding some new functions. We’re hoping that this will be completed after Easter, around 6 April. (Fingers and everything crossed.)
To celebrate we’re giving away some free banner ads. Yep, all[.....]
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On 14th February 2003 Leona Baker pitched up at Portobello Market and launched pop art jewellery label, Lady Luck Rules OK. From spare room to busy shop, she grew her business to become one of the most recognised indie jewellery labels in the UK. Ever wondered how she did it?
Leona[.....]
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Last week I went along to Hebden Bridge to see Hannah Nunn’s brand spanking new shop. Much fun was had drinking tea and eating hot cross buns. Oh, and we also recorded a podcast.
Here we are talking craft, design, shops, the recession and the internet. Grab yourself a brew[.....]
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Following the success of the last two events, the Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair is back and looking for designers. Now in its third year the craft fair will exhibit over 140 of of the most innovative and influential designer-makers in the UK. Both established and emerging will be selected to showcase and[.....]
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