We had a lovely family day out yesterday, going to a village fete in Buckinghamshire close to where Mum lives- Mum came along too and thoroughly enjoyed herself.

There were lots of traditional stalls and games and a hog roast.
This stall was a big success, Mum and I couldn't help but wonder if any worthy vintage china was being smashed to bits!



I'm not a big car enthusiast, but there is something appealing and beautiful about vintage cars.

I was quite taken with this VW and the stylish blue and cream interior.

There was also a 'White Elephant' stall and a small jumble stall, so I just had to have a look...

...And bring a little bit home...
These 'cornflower' cups and saucers are tiny, but very pretty.
Some retro bedlinen.

My favourite find, a vintage 'Rodwells' soda syphon.


On the way home to mums we went through a beautiful 'chocolate box' village, full of thatched cottages.

But my favourite building was this old chapel in need of some TLC.


What a great restoration project that would be.

Have a great week whatever your'e doing :)

Today was the Antique and collectables fair at the Fishmarket in Northampton.

We were rushing about getting set up in the morning and saw lot's of people we knew during the day and I totally forgot about taking any photo's! So I just took a few pics as I was packing up.


It was a really enjoyable day and lovely to catch up with 'vintage' friends. Hopefully it will become a regular successful event, the Fishmarket really isn't used to it's full potential, considering the amount of artists, musicians , groups etc. in Northampton.

Oh well back to 'normal' work tommorow only three weeks till the summer holidays, yes I'm on a countdown! enjoy your week whatever you are doing :)

The first antique, collectables, vintage and retro fair , organised by the all new Abington Antiques Centre; will be held at Northampton Fishmarket Sunday 11-5pm.

TabbyRoo and lots of other stalls will be there. Hopefully it will be a great day .

The 'Treasure' that I found at the weekend really does span the eras'.
A cute little Holly Hobbie piece- so seventies.
How's that for vibrant colour?!

It was really the labels on this tin that caught my eye, I realised why when I went to visit my dear mum later in the day, she has the same labels on her storage containers, that she still has from the seventies.


A pretty little crinoline lady pot, I know I've got a spoon somewhere that will go with it.
The back of this picture is in a bad way, and needs a lot of attention, but it's definitely my favourite find of late.

I am very glad it's Friday even though I've had a brilliant day at work it has been exhausting. We've had an out of Africa themed week so we have all been dancing, drumming amongst other things and today cooking - I am definitely not washing up for the next few days! The children I work with are amazing and it is times like this that are some of the most rewarding , seeing them have new experiences and simply enjoy themselves. So I have decided to post some pics of some of my artwork , for a relaxing view especially for anyone that's got that 'Friday feeling'.

Web1 - Handfelted
Daisy -Handfelted
Sinew-Handfelted
Flight-Handfelted/silk
Waterlily2 organza
Waterlily 1 organza
Have a lovely weekend x

The weather looked a bit unpredictable yesterday, but decided to go to a boot sale anyway and ended up going to two!

Found this sixties suitcase that's in good condition and is already in place on top of my wardrobe waiting to be filled,probably with fabric. We seem to have a fabric problem at home , it's everywhere, under beds, in baskets, even in the cellar!
A little sewing basket and wooden reels.
I took a chance and bought a jumbled box of china, a good wash and these black cups should look nice and sparkly.
And lastly some Meakin cups and saucers, the citrus design makes them a bit different from the usual florals.

I found these Vernon Ward placemats last week,I,m not usually a big fan of bird paintings, but I love the gold edging and the mat colour, sets the pictures off very well.

Lately I've been buying things that have brought back memories of being a child/teenager in the seventies. I found more Babycham glasses today, which I never tire of,plus they make really good presents.
Another Quality Street tin, I just think they're pretty,I used to keep stamps and odds and ends in them as a child.
And a Holly Hobbie plate,nice sentiment.