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Wednesday, 9 July 2014

A day off and a visit to Vintage Squirrel

Today I managed to blag a whole day off....just for me! No guest breakfasts to cook, no sewing and much as I love the wee darlings....no children!
I headed off to Inverness to get some much needed clothes for the girls (why do they have to keep growing so fast?!)

The sun was shining and, with the excuse of needing some more Annie Sloan paint, I took the opportunity to call into the most gorgeous studio shop, near Munlochy Vintage Squirrel 
Kate is just lovely and really helpful.  She runs Paint Techniques Workshops from the studio (I'm hoping to do one as soon as I get a chance), until then I've treated myself to a tin of Paloma which I will be using on a wee occassional/coffee table.
The coolest floor ever, I love the blossoms....wonder if I could find a bit of floor to do this on?....


Loads of lovely natural light :)

I'm in love with the hare lamp...would go so nicely in my living room...hint hint....

I do think I need one of these shades!
 And...the best news is....not only can you get some really unique, quality bits and pieces for your home, you'll also be able to pick up a wee Jennifer Carr purse, wallet or bag as Kate will be stocking some of my products very soon :)

Monday, 1 July 2013

A Trip to Sleat, Floraidh and Ragamuffin on the Isle of Skye

I needed to take this little collection down to the beautiful little boutique Floraidh, in Isle Ornsay, Sleat. So accompanied by my friend Angela and my little munchkin, Chlo, we used the excuse for lunch and a day trip.


If you've never visited this part of Skye before, you have to put it on your list of places to go, the landscape and scenery is breathtaking and there is a lovely feel to the place.  My husband and I got married in Duisdale a couple of years ago and our wedding photo's were taken right next to Floraidh so this is just a peak at the view.

 When visiting Sleat, you will have to go down to Armadale and pop into Ragamuffin.  Now, I know I'm biased as I used to work here but it is quite possibly the best shop....EVER. 
I love the colours and the beautiful and quirky outfits, here's a quick snap of some of the displays.  There was also a gorgeous raspberry/chocolate one in the window but there were customers standing by it and they might have thought it a little odd if I started photographing them!



I know it's a bit cheesy to take photo's of yourself in the mirror......BUT....I fell in love with this Annie Glue scarf and thought I'd drop a few unsubtle hints to my husband about how it looks like it was made for me.... ;)
I'm also loving the new changing rooms - these are a new addition since I worked here and they are FABULOUS!  
Obviously I should be wearing a Jellycat on my head or something for a proper Ragamuffin photo....

Of course.... Chlo was delightfully happy trying on hats until I whipped out the camera!

After saying hello to the girls in Rags, we had to have lunch from the Pasta Shed. Made me very sad I'm not working down here anymore!

Then a visit over to Skyelark and Grumpy George's where I saw the most beautiful embellished Harris Tweed cushion handmade by the shop owner, Serena.  I wish I'd taken a quick snap so that I could have shown you all!


Friday, 6 July 2012

Vintage@Inverness Fair 7th July 2012

A wee sneak peak of a few of the things we will be taking with us on Saturday.....













Saturday, 28 April 2012

Inchmore Gallery

We had a lovely excuse for a day out yesterday - taking a new delivery over to Inchmore Gallery.  I cannot recommend this gallery enough, it is brimming with talented works from a variety of artists.  


The current exhibition is A Fine Art Friendship by Helen L Robertson and Nicole Stevenson and is inspired by the West Coast of Scotland and the Outer Isles.

There will then be two exhibitions running concurrently:

Discarded Thoughts by Mark Lomax

Craft Month at Inchmore Gallery - a brand new initiative designed to raise awareness of the enormous amount of creative talent we have in this country.


“Craft Month at Inchmore Gallery” Exhibition opens on Saturday 5th May and runs until Saturday 9th June. This event is free of charge and is open to all. 

 Jane Owen Inglis, gallery owner, says: “At Inchmore Gallery we are supporting Craft and Design Month as we recognise the importance of being able to choose handmade or individually designed and created products. They are a desirable alternative to cheap imports where everything looks and feels the same. However, whilst imported goods can be found at almost every supermarket and department store, it is hard to find individual designer makers. For many, a high street store or exhibition is just not viable.
Inchmore Gallery is pleased to be able to provide an opportunity for designer makers to shine in the spotlight that is Craft and Design Month 2012”.