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Showing posts with label handmade. Show all posts
Showing posts with label handmade. Show all posts

Monday, 23 September 2013

A grand day out...

It was the first collaboration between ilovehearts and Simple Things Handmade yesterday.  

Lots and lots of gorgeous gifts for girls of all ages...

Cute and colourful felt love hearts and deliciously fun accessories by ilovehearts

Personalised bunting, pretty fabric clutch bags and purses by Simple Things Handmade

We were selling our handmade gifts at The Big Harvest Weekend held in the beautiful grounds of Greys Court in Henley-on-Thames, Berkshire.


Greys Court is part of the National Trust. 
There were apples from the orchard, freshly made food, drinks, cakes, flowers, music and dance too.

The house itself, the Tea Room and Souvenir Shop make a grand day out.  
Did you know that some scenes from 'Downtown Abbey' were filmed there?  
For more information, please visit National Trust Greys Court

We met the fabulous Tara and Daisy, her super sweet vintage ice cream van.
We wanted to go home with them...

They can both be booked for your special event at www.daisyicecreamvan.co.uk

This is my favourite design by Nicola Metcalfe.
I love the bright colours and the iconic architecture in this London scene.

See more delightful designs at nicolametcalfe.weebly.com

It was a lovely sunny day with lots of family visitors.
We hope to be back soon... x

Thursday, 12 September 2013

Hello Mr Fox...

It is Autumn already.

As I reach for my blanket and look for my hot water bottle, I know it will soon be time to bring out my coat, scarf, gloves and woolly hat too.

Here is the cutest little fox to keep you company as the nights drawn in and the leaves turn red...


He has been hand-sculpted from polymer clay by Laura from le animalé.

Find him and many other cute little animals online:

The countdown to you know what beginning with 'C' has begun...

Keep warm and cosy... x

Sunday, 15 January 2012

New shop now open...

Come and take a peek inside my latest shop on http://www.luulla.com/

Filled with lots of cute and yummy handmade gifts...


Here are just a few examples in store now:

Red Heart Shoe Clips
Chocolate Cupcake Keyring

Please do let me know if you have a new shop there too... x

Monday, 19 September 2011

5 things for which I have a thing...


I have a big big thing for hearts.
I have a secret thing for egg cups.
I love to put my things in pretty tins.
I like to shop for vintage cake stands,
Which I love to fill with yummy anythings...

Yesterday we had a stand at the wonderful Duck Pond Market in Ruislip. It was our first time and it was a really lovely day.

What made it so special? The joyful singers, the oh so tempting food stalls, the fun fair atmosphere, the talented designers and the friendly visitors.

Thank you to Caron for having us. We would love to come again...

For more information, please visit

Here is a pic of our handmade goodies.


We met the lovely Emma and her hubby from Mama's Little Bakery.
See the fabulous cake stands filled with even more gorgeous cupcakes.


Pink is my favourite colour...


Cookie!

We just had to try one of the colourful new Cake Kebabs.

Simply delicious!

See you all again soon... x

Sunday, 17 July 2011

I love Christmas...

Freshly designed and handmade in my tiny home studio in the UK.

I love to draw new designs with good old-fashioned paper and pencil.

The colourful felt pieces are cut by hand and then sewn together by hand with much patience, care and love.

No machinery involved at all.

That's what makes me happy... x


Christmas is one of my favourite times of the year, along with Valentine's Day, of course.

Here are the latest additions to my collection of cute and colourful handmade Christmas decorations.

Oh welcome, dear Christmas Tree...


Large Red Folk Style Christmas Tree Decoration

Hope you like them x


Sunday, 19 June 2011

My heart's sweetest desire...

Is Vanilla Stick and their oh so gorgeous handmade chocolate lollipops.

Here is just a small selection to tempt you...
Pink is my favourite colour and white chocolate is Mr Mac's favourite.


Victoria Bouquet Lollipops
Made of strawberry chocolate and white chocolate too.
Each one is unique and decorated with pretty flower patterns.

Venice Lollipops
Wonderful discs of white chocolate individually wrapped and presented in a lovely tin.

Isa Lollipops
This is the perfectly pink version. I love the names too.
Ivory Choco Mallow Lollipops
Soft and sweet... just like me.

Rouge Choco Mallow Lollipops
It's my birthday next month and these would make the best ever party treats or favours (hint hint...).

Come and discover this most fabulous find for yourself at

Thank you to David and Maggie for allowing me to use their most delicious photos x

Sunday, 24 April 2011

5 New things for Spring...

I love designing new things,
Making new designs and
Buying new supplies to make new things...

Here is my Top 5 selection of new additions to my shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/ilovehearts


Little House of Love Magnets... make gorgeous gifts for a new home


Blue Amigurumi Bunny... Happy Easter to you, handmade by LycheeGirl


Green Apple Keyring... for your favourite teacher?


Baby Love Heart... for all the new arrivals this Spring


Strawberry Gateau Hair Clips... to wear to parties and picnics in the sun

What new things will you be making?
Please do leave a comment or link to your new items x

Friday, 15 April 2011

My blog interview...



I am looking forward to the big launch of http://www.luulla.com/

Thank you to the lovely Maggie for featuring me in the fabulous blog x

Sunday, 30 January 2011

New shop of cuteness now open...

Hooray!

My new online shop has been launched in January 2011.

Come and take a peek at more handmade decorations and accessories made by ilovehearts and other UK designers.

Remember you will receive a Free Gift on all orders valued at £10 and over.

Pink Heart Cufflinks by ilovehearts... perfect for your sweet Valentine


Mini Ceramic Heart Magnets by Jo Heckett... to brighten your day


Pink Fused Glass Heart by Marilia Carvalho... beautiful and colourful decorations


Other lovely, cute and heart-inspired gifts also available...

Love Hearts Toast Stampers... make a very special breakfast


Ceramic Strawberry Money Box... to save up for your summer holiday

Hope to see you soon... x