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!


EEEK! First post in over 6 months!! :(

Oh my goodness...how embarrassing, I didn't realise it was quite so long since my last blog post!
When I upgraded my phone for some reason I couldn't link my blog to it, although Facebook, email and Twitter were no problem so (out of sheer laziness!) I've been concentrating my efforts on them.......
I will start being a better blogger!

Friday, 14 December 2012

Ahhhh Christmas!

I've managed to get all of my sewing done (apart from 1 Christmas stocking my friend has asked for...... tomorrows plan!) so this is what I'm settling down to tonight!


Feedback

Ok...I don't normally big myself up too much but I was feeling very sorry for myself after a trip to the dentist :( and that evening when i checked into facebook I had all of this lovely feedback!  Cheered me up so much - all of my customers this year have been so great!
 
Alana Clark: Received my parcel from you yesterday, thank you so much, they are all lovely. Big decision now of what one to keep for myself. Thank you so much and have a lovely xmas x
Kim Thomas: Received my items today and I love them. Thank you very much :) x
Kelly Harland: Just to let you know I received my purses yesterday! WOW!! They are amazing! Thankyou so much. X
Nicola McAllister: Oh my...I just got my tweed purse with bird on it and pink dog coin purse and WOW I am amazed at the quality and beauty of these items!!! THANK YOU so much Jennifer
Suz Clark: Received my purse yesterday, absolutely love it. Thank you!
Shaleena Patel: hi, just wanted to say thank you for the purse which arrived today and which was a fab surprise when i got home from work. and this time i'm keeping this one for myself. thank you so much again - it's gorgeous. x x x x
Catriona MacKenzie: Hi, Jen - love my decorations (& the cute wee bag they're in). Will post a pic when they finally make it to the tree. Getting laminate laid next week so it's going to be cutting it fine for getting in Christmas mode!
Marina Slater: Love the purse, I waited till my birthday to open it, thank you it's beautiful x

Saturday, 1 December 2012

Christmas Fairs and busy, busy, busy!!

I have turned into the worst blogger ever!!  
A combination of the Munchkin now being mobile (and into EVERYTHING!!!) and being super busy sewing up some lovely things has meant my computer time has been limited.
I can't describe the pleasure I get or how honoured I feel (cheesy I know) knowing that people will be excited about giving things that I have made, as presents this Christmas!
Here are a couple of my latest sales....... x




Sunday, 30 September 2012

Keeping up to date!

To keep up to date with the latest news and sneak peaks of what's being made pop over to facebook!


Monday, 24 September 2012

Laughing with Angels......

While browsing around Blogland with my cup of coffee this morning, I stumbled upon this beautiful blog Laughing with Angels


 Filled with gorgeous pictures of beautiful blooms and inspiration, just what's needed on such a chilly dull morning!


These roses look like my David Austin Eglantyne, unfortunately mine did not do so well this year.  They've been in a container since we moved here and I really need to plant them out.


Sigh......please can we have summer back!

I actually love Autumn but we're in need of some beautiful crisp clear skies to be able to appreciate the gorgeous colour and light that it brings....... soon hopefully!