The perfect present

I've been so rubbish at posting lately. I don't really know why, just haven't had anything to talk about.

Today though I'd like to introduce you to three talented etsy sellers who I recently asked to create some custom items for the hard-to-buy-for men in my life.

I've blogged about the super talented Kezzaroo before but she deserves another mention for the fab custom little person she made me. I can't post a picture here as the person it's for has been known to frequent my blog and their birthday hasn't been yet! Needless to say though they're going to love it.

For my Dad's birthday and Father's Day combined I decided to get him some pictures of his three dogs. It is impossible to get them to sit together so there's no chance of him ever having a photo of them all. So the fabulous etsy sellers bunny & askey produced two stunning pictures of them for me.


by bunny


by askey

My Dad was absolutely thrilled with them- made a change from socks!

A bit of fun...

I deliberately chose a good photo (i.e. a professional one!), I don't look like any of them but it was a fun way to spend a few minutes!

Sorry it's been so long!

Wow a whole week without posting! I haven't really got anything to say even after a week of silence. So instead here are some of my favourite things from Etsy for your delectation (and my birthday is getting near if anyone reading happens to need birthday ideas!).

A quick round-up of my latest news...

So the bra contest has come to an end. I hope you all enjoyed designing, making and voting and will join in next time I have a contest!

I have lots of news to share with you all- a new family member, new flowers in the garden, a new gadget and new work.

First up, let me introduce you to my new puppy, Toby. Toby is a 12 week old Yorkshire Terrier and is very very cute!



I love him! He's only been with us a few days but he's already part of the family.

Our garden is looking very colourful now, here are just a few of the pretty flowers:



My Print Gocco arrived last week- it's great fun! I did a review/tutorial of it over on Craft Tutorials so take a look over there to find out more.

This is a set of cards I made with it, I sold one set today but will be re-listing another set soon in my shop.



What has everyone else been up to lately? Share your news in the comments. :)

We have a winner!!!

Wow, it was a closely fought contest but I can now declare the winner of the Paper & Cloth Decorated Bra Contest is...........


Rhi with her Pirate bra!!!!



Well done- I'll get your prizes in the post to you ASAP :)

In second place was Fluffy Flowers with her Snake in the grass bra. Email me at bracontest[at]tesco.net with your address and I'll send a little something to you as well.

The winner of the comment prize draw was post number 10- boffcat please email me your address and I'll get your prize in the post to you.



Thank you everyone for taking part- it's been fun!

It's time to vote!!

***VOTING IS NOW CLOSED*** It's time everyone to vote for the winner of the "Decorate your bra contest". The winner will walk away with a big bundle of prizes donated by various etsy artists. And you can win something too, just by voting by leaving a comment. This gorgeous metal heart was donated by re:form of etsy and could be yours:



I'll draw a comment at random on Sunday 10th June (when voting closes).

So without any further ado, here are the entries:



You can see all the entries in full size on the flickr group.

1= Pirate Bra complete with a little birdy on shoulder by Rhian.
2= Embroidered bra by faeawynn
3= Chase in the Grass by Fluffy Flowers
4= Koolaid dyed Pink bra by Wendy
5= Glitzy flower bra by Amanda
6= Felt flowers bra by small bird
7= Bright pink wooly bra by WhatKatieDidNext

So just leave a comment with your favourite bra numbered 1-7 and I'll announce the winner on Sunday 10th June. Good luck everyone. Voting is now closed!

Post 100

Well here I am, post 100 on Paper and cloth! I was going to do some kind of giveaway for my 100th post but with the bra contest (just one day left, get your entries in!) I'm going to delay it a little while. So I think post 110 will be the giveaway one instead, stay tuned!

In the meantime, here's another bra contest entry:


Originally uploaded by faeawynn.

Oh and guess what arrived today from Japan? Yay, it's Gocco time. More on that soon.

Special Treasure Hunt Sale

Just a quick promo from me today:

***Special treasure hunt sale: Buy any item with "button" or "buttons" as a tag and you can have 20% off your whole order (excluding shipping). Just wait for an adjusted invoice before paying***

See my etsy shop to buy some lovely button items now.