Friday Feature: My Paper Cut Heart

Today’s Feature is a very talented artist and paper cutter- Enjoy getting to know her!

1) What is your business name and give a brief description of your business?

My business is called My Papercut Heart; I create pencil drawn hand cut paper cut illustrations.

2) Where do you sell your products?

I sell mostly from my facebook page...I am a new company and I live in a relatively remote area so the internet works well for me. I also have pieces in a local gallery in Brecon.

visit FB here 

3) What do you enjoy the most about your work?

I love the complete freedom my customers allow me when I’m creating my commission pieces...As an artist this is a wonderful endorsement to be given free rein on creativity

4) How would you describe your style?

I would describe my style as very free-flowing, whimsical....with a nod to fairytales and a smidge of humour!

5) Where is your studio?

I live in a little 1 up 1 down cottage so I work from the downstairs room...as a single mum this is perfect as I’m in the thick of it with my daughter!

6) Tell us, how did you got started?    

I have always been creative, but discovered paper cutting after experimenting making Christmas cards for my family and friends last year. People started asking me to make things for them and it has taken off from there....A very happy accident.

7) Biography

I was born in Wiltshire, at the age of 19 I moved onto my narrow boat 'Ruby Tuesday' and travelled the country. I taught myself to sign write and the art of traditional canal boat art. In 2010 my daughter was born and I wanted to settle somewhere...Last year I moved to Mid Wales in the stunning Cambrian Mountains, and decided I needed a new craft to pay the bills and subsidise adventures. Inspired by the scenery I started sketching and cutting animals and landscapes...And that is where my latest venture was born.

Thursday Theme: Bloomin' Flowers

Thursday Theme: Bloomin’ Flowers

I love this time of year..... Ok so it’s not as sunny or hot as I want yet! But there is still plenty of time for that lovely weather to come upon us.

But what I really love is true evidence of new growth and life springing up, and after a very long and cold winter it is somewhat a spectacular sight see a lush red tulip bopping about, the yellow daffodils sun gazing and my favourite the bluebells carpeting our woodlands.

Just the other day while walking the dogs in the woods, the bluebells were happily dancing in the wind.

This particular beautiful English wild flower and was first introduced to me when I was back home (Australia) in the sun reading the book ‘I Capture the Castle’ by Dodie Smith.

Bluebells was mentioned throughout the book and I was intrigued to catch a glimpse of their true beauty and scent, however I never knew at that time that my life’s pathway would lead me here, to the beautiful UK.

So my Thursday theme is all things floral, handmade or vintage.......

Starting off with crocheted floral brooches...

Made with Vintage buttons or Czech glass and they are £7 each.

https://www.facebook.com/UpcycleRecycleMakeDoMend?fref=ts

Water Colour painting by Cherry Tree Handmade:

 Watercolour and ink drawings of dandelions and daisies 5 inches x 5 inches. £12.50 with FREE postage in the UK  

https://www.facebook.com/cherrytreemakes

Perfect for a summer wedding floral handbag and good luck Horse shoe by Blue Lily Vintage:
 

Blue Lily Vintage lovingly hand made goods; from cushions, handbags and home decorations to hand crafted vintage wedding horse shoes and gifts.
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/BlueLilyVintage 
Etsy:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlueLilyVintage

If you know me well I love Vintage Tea cups- This collection is from Finer China.....

Finer China FB page 

And finally some floral fancy from forage in the form of Vintage fabric wall hangings.

 

1960's fabric wall hangings- purchase here

1950's Vintage Fabric wall hanging- purchase here

Pop a visit to our Facebook Page to see regualr updates.

What is your favourite English flower???

Today's Delivery!

And it's my B'day :) Will be busy after this long weekend market!

Hebden Bridge - Handmade Art Market Tomorrow!

If don't know already (then where have you been... :) ) I will be selling my wares tomorrow (Saturday May 18th) at Hebden Bridge Handmade Art Market in Holme St Art Centre, Holme St.
10am - 4:30pm Free Entry!! 

There are some truly amazing makers, crafters and artist appearing tomorrow, also CAKE!!!

If you are local, or somewhat local and want a day out then Hebden Bridge it is.....

After browsing the Handmade Market there are loads of beautiful cafes to fill your tummy and local boutiques and shops to keep you busy for the entire day.

So there! A planned Day out in Hebden Bridge all sorted for you- please pop by my stall and introduce yourself.

Friday Feature: Finer China

Friday  Feature

Friday feature is where we get a chance to find out that little bit more about a small business and the people behind it, this week’s feature is Finer China.

What is your business name and give a brief description of your business?

Finer China is a vintage china hire service & sales based in Swansea South Wales, which is a stone’s throw away from the beautiful Gower coastline

What inspired you to start your business?

After being given a vintage tea set for a gift I fell in love with it and started out collecting and selling vintage china on EBay, A friend suggested hiring my growing collection so after much thought and ifs and buts I took the plunge and haven't looked back.

How do you continue to have passion during slow periods?

It's hard not to feel deflated during quiet times but I keep just keep at it by improving on our website and constant networking.

Where do you sell your products?

I sell mainly online via Facebook & ETSY. Offline I sell in a local garden centre and attend craft and vintage fairs in and around Swansea.

What do you enjoy the most about your work?

I love the networking and meeting like minded people online who share a similar passion for anything vintage. The best part for me is finding that special piece of china.

How long have you been running your own business?

Finer china is coming up to its first year but I've been selling online for many years via eBay or websites.

What are your contact details and where people can find you?

You can contact us via email or phone (07724854307)  info@finer-china.com.
We are active on Facebook / Twitter / Etsy/ Online store

and can also be contacted via the message tabs on either site.

What do you do for fun- when not running your business?

I enjoy a glass of Baileys, a nice meal cooked by hubby and spending quality time with my family.

Biography

Tracy was born in London to an American Father and Welsh Mother. By the age of 8 months had travelled, lived in Utah and Las Vegas finally settling in Wales where she has now been for most of her life.

She began her career as a social carer but found out she was expecting and gave up her career prospects to bring up a child as a single mum. She later married and had another child and in 1999 she and her husband bought their first home together. It was a very proud moment.

In 2007 a family crisis meant that she had to move from the home she loved. However with a little bit of a windfall she bought a new computer and plunged into the internet world. It was here she discovered eBay and online selling and began like most of us by selling unwanted gifts and household items.

The internet had opened up a new world for her and soon she was building websites in which to sell her wares. Very quickly she plunged into the wonderful vintage scene and now hires and sells vintage china to customers worldwide.