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Sock Haul : Socks Socks Socks

What a stash I seem to have found since Christmas! Aren't they some of the most colourful socks you've ever seen?! How was I supposed to resist? These are going to be some of the most colourful Sock Monkies, Monsters, Bunnies and Sock-e-phants I have made to date and I can't wait to blog about… Continue reading Sock Haul : Socks Socks Socks

Craft · Handmade · Markets

Market : Christmas Market time!!

Hello Friends! Ho Ho Ho! Are you in Hamburg, Germany this weekend? Come and vistit the Monkies, Monsters and I at the Hallo Frau Nachbar Christmas Market this weekend: Saturday Dec 7th: 12-10pm & Sunday Dec 8th: 12-7pm!! In the Hafen City: Oberhafenquartier, Halle 4, Stockmeyerstrasse. There will be lots of wonderful designers, food, hot… Continue reading Market : Christmas Market time!!

Handmade · Mini Breaks · Travel

Mini Break : Amsterdam

Art is everywhere. One of my favourite cities in the world - Amsterdam has it all. Friendly people. Bikes! Bikes! Bikes! Funky cafes. Stunning canals. Photo opportunities around every corner. Handmade and locally designed treasures. Amazing food & coffee. Art, street art, installation art, galleries & exhibitions. History & a glimpse at the future. The… Continue reading Mini Break : Amsterdam

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Mini Break : Copenhagen

What a city! Located just a hop, skip and a jump for us from Hamburg, Copenhagen is one of the most beautiful cities I've seen! Even though it's cold, cold April, the sunshine on our backs and faces has helped not only to keep us a little warmer, but to see this beautiful city in… Continue reading Mini Break : Copenhagen

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Studio Life : Latest happenings…

Sometimes I find myself writing a blog post in my head, while riding my bike to the studio. Sometimes while finishing a little guy, thinking about introducing him to the world. But for some reason, I never seem to sit down and write. I'm not sure why. Even though there isn't too much happening here… Continue reading Studio Life : Latest happenings…

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Studio Life : Atelier E-37…

As I've never really done a blog post about my studio, I thought it was about time! About time to tell you how lucky I feel to not only have a work space but a place in this creative community: Atelier E-37. I share the basement level of a residential apartment block with 5 other… Continue reading Studio Life : Atelier E-37…

Handmade · Markets

Market : Der kleine Dachladen

I have been meaning to share with you all for a while, the gorgeous photos I took at Der kleine Dachladen Market, that I was lucky enough to be part of here in Hamburg last weekend! These are just a taste of the goodies you could find there... It was such a lovely day, meeting… Continue reading Market : Der kleine Dachladen

Craft · Handmade · Markets

Snapshot : Spring time = Market time

It's that time of year again, when the sun is starting to shine more & more and the need for wearing socks becomes less & less....resulting in many more smiling faces here....including mine!   That's me! No socks! It's also a time for lovely Spring markets, full of handmade loveliness that has been created over… Continue reading Snapshot : Spring time = Market time

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Happy Easter

The Monkies, Monsters Sock-e-phants and I  want to wish you all a very  Happy Easter for 2012 We hope you have a well earned break over the weekend.  Remember to stop and think about how lucky we all are,  snuggle up with your loved ones  & we look forward to all the happenings of Spring. … Continue reading Happy Easter

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Studio Life : Sock-e-phants

They are just delightful.  Each unique and one of a kind, they come complete with a  soft sounding rattle inside, for endless play and amusement. Hand washable, line dry in shade.  These guys are extra chubby, making each cuddle a special one.    http://www.GusandOllie.etsy.com