After Jen, Lauren and I organised Jumpers & Jamboree, we knew that another event had to be on the cards. So, without further ado- we are very excited to announce The Big Top Jamboree! We’re currently looking for all kinds of visual art to show and sell at our Creative Fair this coming May 17th… Read more »

I’m having a bit of a purge of clothes and things I’ve had for a while and havn’t worn yet. I always find it hard to part with these, but if I’ve not had use out of it by now, I never will. So it’s time for them to go to a new home. I’ve… Read more »

I have a very exciting Zine-shaped announcement to make! After we enjoyed producing Choccy Biccy so much, Lauren and I have spent the last few weeks adding more biscuity-goodness into the mix, and have come up with this… This is our brand new Choccy Biccy Zine goody-pack, for all of the biscuit (and tea!) fans… Read more »

It’s that time again, It’s Handmade Heaven! I’ll be packing up my suitcase full of arty-crafty tricks and heading down to the Hannah Maclure Centre in Dundee between 11am and 6pm this Tuesday the 6th of April. I’ve got a few newbies up my sleeve this time…including some new Prints and the amazing new Zine… Read more »

This week I worked on a collaborative Zine with Lauren Gentry called “Choccy Biccy”. The Zine has been sent to Glasgow’s Montgomerys Cafe for Now Now Projects’ Zine Showcase, which opens this Sunday, 14th of March, and runs until the 4th of April. So if you’re down Glasgow-way and you fancy nabbing yourself one of… Read more »

I was very pleased to discover that my beloved “Emergency Tea” Badge has been featured in Folksy‘s Mothers’ Day selection! These were really popular at both Vintage Village and Jumpers and Jamoree recently, and would be perfect for tea loving Mum’s this sunday! To ensure yours arrives in time, be sure to order before 12… Read more »

My Fry-Up Breakfast badge has been featured in Lauren Gentry‘s fantastic Something to Do Zine! Each issue is a visual and interactive treat, with a selection of downloadable/printable/photocopyable artwork and also an online project for you to be part of. Lauren’s last zine featured the excellent “How many ways can you draw an apple” project,… Read more »

I’ve made a limited edition of 10 Jumpers and Jamboree button badges- these will be available at the event tonight (Kokomo’s, 7.30pm, Old Hawkhill Dundee) absolutely FREE! It’s first come-first serve, and once they’re gone, they’re gone! Another reason to get yourself along to Jumpers and Jamboree sharp tonight!

I bet you’re dying to know who’s going to be at Jumpers and Jamboree tomorrow! Here’s a sneaky peak at 4 of the 20 exhibitors: Catherine Barthram (Paleface) Lauren McCorkindale Liz Myhill Jon Gill (Superfly) The other exhibitors can be found over at Lauren and Jen‘s blogs. See you tomorrow night!

I have been a very busy bunny of late (That pink Duracell bunny cyclone doesn’t get a look in) and alongside my recent Made in the shade adventures I have been organising (a very last minute) event with illustrators Lauren Gentry and Jen Collins. Hosted at Dundee’s Kokomo’s bar, Jumpers and Jamboree is a night… Read more »

I must say, what a lovely time was had by myself and fellow Dundee Maker Catherine Barthram at Made in the Shade’s Vintage Village this Friday! I was really impressed with the homeliness of the Flying Duck, and the amazing range of beautiful things available at Vintage Village! A huge thank you to the Made… Read more »

Last night, I had one of those moments where you have to stop yourself from jumping up and shouting “EUREKA!” And I think I have good cause to be excited as I have managed to combine two of my favourite things, to make something new and fabulous. It is (drum-roll please) The Emergeny Tea Badge…. Read more »