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• DJCAD 2015: Textile Design

  

  My next stop on my whirlwind tour of the DJCAD degree show was textiles. After seeing some photos on instagram and catching The Daydreamer's blog posts, I was... Read more

  Posted on 03 June 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• DJCAD 2015: Jewellery and Metal Design

  

  It's my favourite time of year again. Yes it's degree show time! I always try and visit as many as I can and am continually impressed and inspired by the... Read more

  Posted on 01 June 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Pop Dundee

  

  I'd heard that a group of Duncan of Jordanstone students were doing a pop up shop but didn't think I'd make it along. Luckily I had some time on Friday and... Read more

  Posted on 17 May 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• 3D Printing Magic

  

  3D printing is magic. I don't care how much science you throw at me, I will still believe 3D printing is magic. I remember being in uni and first hearing about... Read more

  Posted on 20 April 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Scarf Stories

  

  As well as jewellery, I'm also a big fan of scarves. It's an interest that started off small but has grown over time, to the point that even work colleagues... Read more

  Posted on 07 April 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Girl Gang Gifts

  

  I was seeing some of my favourite ladies at the weekend and wanted to bring along a little treat for each of them. I picked up these Best Witches necklaces... Read more

  Posted on 30 March 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Inherited

  

  I was round visiting my dad at the weekend and he's been trying to have a bit of a clear out. In amongst rifling through old newspaper cuttings and sketch... Read more

  Posted on 23 March 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Earrings Are My New Thing

  

  It was my birthday last month and I thought it was about high time I got my ears pierced. 28 seemed like the most appropriate time to take this step and, after... Read more

  Posted on 16 March 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Pink Flamingos

  

  For Valentines Day I treated myself to this fabulous flamingo number from Karen Mabon. I love all of her designs but this one was a particular favourite of... Read more

  Posted on 10 March 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• This GOOD Box

  

  One of my goals for this year is to make the contents of my make up bag cruelty free. This process has made me think more about the ethical aspects of lots of... Read more

  Posted on 02 March 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Sugar & Vice Rise Like a Phoenix

  

  A while back I did a post about the plight of Sugar Vice after their laser cutter went up in flames. I am happy to report that their Indiegogo campaign went... Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Fond Memories of Vanilla Ink

  

  Last week saw Vanilla Ink close it's Dundee doors for the last time. Sob! Creator Kate Pickering is off to plan new adventures and develop Vanilla Ink 2.0 in... Read more

  Posted on 02 February 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Syrah Jay at Time Boutique

  

  The run up to Christmas gave me a chance to meet some lovely Dundee based jewellers, all thanks to Time Boutique. In the run up to the big day they hosted a... Read more

  Posted on 19 January 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• A Special Piece of Charcot

  

  Ever since I spotted Kirsty Stevens graduate collection back in 2010, I have loved what this lady creates. The thought and reasons behind her designs strike a... Read more

  Posted on 12 January 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Sugar & Vice

  

  I received this rather wonderful Sugar Vice necklace for Christmas. Part of their Abstract Collection, this piece takes inspiration from the iconic carpet of... Read more

  Posted on 05 January 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• 2014: A Review and Some 2015 Goals

  

  Hello 2015! Another year and I have decided to kick it off with a little look at the last 12 months. At the start of 2014 a very enthusiastic Me set some goals. Read more

  Posted on 04 January 2015 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Taking a Look in Cabinet

  

  Last weekend I finally popped into Cabinet, the gallery and shop space for Edinburgh Contemporary Crafts. I'd been meaning to pop by ever since they opened but ... Read more

  Posted on 26 November 2014 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• You Stole My Heart: Kt Ferris Creations

  

  When I clapped my eyes on Kt Ferris' marvelous creations I knew I'd found a designer that was right up my street. Dark, meaningful and very wearable, these... Read more

  Posted on 19 November 2014 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Karen Smith at Time Lifestyle Boutique

  

  Time Lifestyle Boutique in Dundee is a wonderful little shop full of gifts, accessories and homewears. In the run up to Christmas they are hosting a whopping... Read more

  Posted on 12 November 2014 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Treat Time: Bloody Mary Metal

  

  I recently treated myself to something that's been on my wishlist for a while. I've been a fan and a follower of Bloody Mary Metal for quite some time. Read more

  Posted on 15 October 2014 ART & DESIGN, ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME