While organising my Living room and sorting out endless amounts of 'My Stuff'...not just Sweet pea's stuff, easy to say it is hers but when I was sorting through I realised I'm quite a clutter bug too...
Anyway, I've gone through all the magazines and taken out all my most favourite images and articles to fill up my two scrap books. It also has given me more cabinet shelfling space too without all the paper work.
I have been in a bit of a busy mode this week and forgot/well didn't have time to share 3 Thrifty buys from the Market and Charity shops this week. Firstly, was this lovely child's cup (if anyone has any info about its makers or who its by- I would love to know as no makers mark). It has two sweet bears- wording on it says 'My turn next'.
Smarties chocolate chick for my Sweet pea when she comes out of school- A reward for being so good with her Numbers and Letters.
My concentration is getting worse as I get older...while gluing and sticking magazine cut outs I drift off into laa laa land reading articles...
I also bought this second hand 'Roxy' bag...just love it!.
And these sweet little birds...
You see de-cluttering is hard when you see thrifty must have's...
Heavenly roses!...
After seeing Lovely Ashley's post on her blog...It made me think about one of the books I rescued from the flood...This book is by Poppy Treffry...It was a birthday gift...and its filled with wonderful inspirations.
I decided to plan out some idea's using a tea cup as a focus...Just idea's in the making.
I have a few exciting printed designs to show you soon on the illustration front and still waiting for my ordered printed cards- Once my shop is all stocked up...I will be ready to sell my illustrations in several forms- printed pillow cases, cards and post cards- also I will be selling some vintage wares.
It has not been as easy as 'set up shop' as in my situation you have to go through a lot of daunting hurdles to become self employed...
Awww least its nearly Friday...'Yay!'
x Kazzy x
P.s Primark throw on previous posting is still in my store...as a few asked about it.
Thanks for the lovely comments. I'm sorry if I'm slow getting back to some of you...x
I look forward to your store opening - I think I may have to treat myself :)
ReplyDeleteGreat thrifty finds x Good idea for saving space with the scrap books too :) Happy weekend x
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous post and it would be great to buy your illustrations - I do so love them.
ReplyDeleteTake care and happy decluttering,
Nina xxxx
I am decluttering my mags too, quite hard to throw away aren't they! Ooh tell me when your shop is open and I will give you a shout out on facebook x
ReplyDeleteI must stop bringing treasures home also or start de cluttering I don't have a shop to buy for anymore and its so hard to pass up a super deal like your sweet cup that is too adorable and those birds would have been in my bag also.....a little clutter I must say when their treasures makes me happy!
ReplyDeleteAnother lovely post!
ReplyDeleteYour sweet little mug could be late 50's/early 60's. I had one in the early sixties and I am not sure what happened to it.
I am trying to declutter too!
Julie xxxxxxx
I used to do that - keep a proper scrap book - such a fun thing, I really must try and find time for it again. Good luck with the shop x
ReplyDeleteI love those sweet birdies Kazzy. You definitely have an eye for the loveliest ceramics. I'm so excitedfor you opening a shop, that's perfect for selling our goodies. I find it so hard decluttering magazines but if I am honest with myself I don't tend to look at them over and ove again so have started to be a bit more care-free about giving them away or recycling. A scrap book sounds like a good plan though! xox Penelope
ReplyDeleteHow exciting for you - best of luck with your shop. I adore your illustrations.
ReplyDeleteI have scrap book files, it's an ongoing process that drives Rob up the wall. Piles of magazines then become piles of clippings separated into different catagories. I have a scrap book bag with my clear pocket files, scissors, glue stick, hole punch....it's like a part time job and sometimes tedious as I just want them all glued in now!
I love the little nursery ware mug. I have a tiny one in a similar illustrative style of Humpty but sadly with no markings either.
Sam x
OOO!!! I am so happy you are opening a store. It'll be great! I am so looking forward to it and will be looking forward to buying one of your illustrations. I wish you luck, despite the annoying hurdles. You'll do marvellously. Love the little birds. xxx
ReplyDeleteGosh your own shop, sending you lots of luck though with your talent you wont need it! Love the idea of some pretty pillow cases very different and unique.
ReplyDeleteOoo I just love the picture you took of your gorgeous dusky roses they are so pretty.
I have quite the pile of magazines waiting and waiting and waiting for the day I get my act together and put the images I want in a scrap book. Well they have waited a few years now so maybe a bit longer won't hurt! lol.
MBB x
I too have a HUGE pile of mags awaiting some sort of scrap book inspiration! But alas, I cannot find the time to sort it all out.
ReplyDeleteOne day...
Beautiful roses, btw.
Xx
I must clear out my mags! The mug looks like the ones we used to get easter eggs in in the 60's. I used to love mine.
ReplyDeleteGillx
Love the little cup - it is so sweet!
ReplyDeleteLiz @ Shortbread & Ginger
I've been self employed for well over 20 odd years and there are ups and downs but I'm sure you'll love it, good luck.
ReplyDeleteI love the little birdies - so sweet. Your illustrations are beautiful, it'll be great to be able to buy them.
ReplyDeleteSuch exciting news, Kazzy,I can't wait for your little shop to open,I'm saving now ;) Love your little cottage in the birdy piccie and love the sewing youve been doing.I do the same with my old mags,I've a pile waiting for me since before Christmas,I just havent had the time. I know what you mean about going into Laalaa land though,going through old mags. Happy weekend,one day to go,lol :) x
ReplyDeleteI have the same problem with clutter or as I like to call it 'treasure' its nice to have a home filled with things you like! Good look with the self employed adventure, your illustrations are wonderful so I'm sure all will go well!
ReplyDeletePlease have a look at my blog (I'm new to the blogworld-just finding my feet)
http://arobellacreations.blogspot.com/
I have been organising and journaling my magazines cut offs too and know the drifting off thing very well. :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations and good luck with the shop opening! xx
I love your new little treasures, your stitching project looks very pretty, the tea cup design is very sweet, Clever Bunny!
ReplyDeleteThea x
I've recently done the same as you with my magazines.. I had a such a massive amount of old issues of Country Homes & Interiors in my front room so decided to sort through all of them. I too have a scrap book and I stick in all of my idea's for my 'dream house'! :-)
ReplyDeleteYour rose's are beautiful! I want some!
I can't wait to see your shop up and running, your illustrations are just gorgeous and I'd just Love one to go up in Rose's room. Ohhh... I wish I could draw like you! :D
Ashley xxx
Lovely post ,ive a few scrap books myself full of images that ive cut out from magazines ,i love looking through them all xx
ReplyDeleteHow exciting, good luck with the shop! Not that you need it with your talent.... I'm in love with those birds, I wish I had your luck. Have a lovely weekend the both of you.
ReplyDeleteLou xxx
So looking forward to your shop opening. Always love reading your blog.
ReplyDeleteMuch love Naomi x
Can't wait for your shop to 'open'!
ReplyDeleteI like Poppy Trelfy style too.
Love the roses and the little birdies.
Have a great weekend,
Hugs,
Sandie xx
I'm soooo happy to hear you are going to be selling your drawings (amongst other things) you are so talented, wishing you great success.
ReplyDeletexx Sandi
Great to hear that you will be selling your wonderful work..I set up a little studio last year so I understand the 'process' of turning a 'hobby' into a job!
ReplyDeleteYou are doing the right thing and I am sure that it will be a huge success..
Warm Wishes,
Callie x
Hi Kazzie,
ReplyDeleteI love all your gorgeous thrifty buys, especially that little mug with the bears on!!!
I'm very excited to hear the news about your shop and look forward to seeing your illustrations in all their forms, and well done on having the strength to get through all those daunting hurdles!!
Your beautiful design with the teacup is amazing, I love it,
Hugs
Vicky xxxxx
I am just like you, it's so hard to part with magazines, but every so often I try to go through them just keeping certain pages. I was thinking about this just this morning. Really pleased for you that you are turning your lovely art into an income, and looking forward to hearing more.
ReplyDeleteWith regard to the cup I am sure that I have seen similar illustrations to this before but cannot remember where. I shall keep a look out.
Sue x
loving this post and the pictures x
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