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I seem to have taken it upon myself to organise a joint exhibition in 2010 with some people I've never met. That's why I haven't written for a while, that and the fact that it's Christmas, the season of procrastination and staying snuggled up on the couch for days watching rubbish films. So I'm not usually an organiser of things, but I appear to have fallen into it fairly easily, although I can't say I'm too keen on the pressure. I've finally sent in my application for the 2010 Newbury Open Studios, the deadline of which is today, so to brighten up this post, here's my image for this year's event. Enjoy, and look out for it!
Yes, Christmas is creeping up on us and some of you may have already had a card from me and the kOodles. If you'd like to purchase some of your own, they are available in my Etsy shop and I'm now offering a whopping 30% off all my Christmas cards until they're all gone. Mention oodlesofkoodlesblog in the "note to seller" box when you place an order and then wait for me to send you an amended Paypal invoice with the reduced amount. Stock up early for next year, once they're gone, they're gone!
Just a little extra note to let you know that I'll be exhibiting at the New Greenham Art Fair on Sunday 6th December, that's a week today! Come and see local artists all together in this great creative space. The fair is open from 10am-4pm and for an idea of who and what you might see there, please see the website.The address is: New Greenham Arts, 113 Lindenmuth Way, New Greenham Park, Newbury, Berkshire, RG19 6HN, and for a little help please see here for details on how to get there.
Well, the Christmas Art Market in Marlborough on Thursday was easily the busiest I've ever been! A very successful day for me, so thank you to everyone who bought something or who took a card, hopefully you'll be in touch soon!I've added a couple of new bits to my Etsy shop. Firstly, as they went down so splendidly on Thursday I'm now doing packs of six robin and reindeer cards including three of each design.
I also added this new thank you card, cute and simple, perfect for sending out all those post-Christmas thank you notes.
I've had a busy week in the virtual world as well as the physical real life one! 3 orders in 3 days on Etsy, making the Monster Birthday card my best selling mini card! My strange animal signed postcard prints are also doing rather well online, but more so in the real world. Thank you to everyone who's purchased from me in the last week! Let's hope it continues today at the We Love Christmas Art Market in Marlborough today from 2pm til 8pm
At the craft fair on Saturday I met the sweetest husband and wife team, each selling their own handmade, recycled, biodegradable things.
Jenny, like me, likes to sew. She is a textile artist making lovely things from recycled materials including chicken doorstops and paperweights, as well as envelopes made from reclaimed paper from old maps, sheet music and books. Take a look at her website here and she also has a Folksy shop here. She has the coolest business cards made from old playing cards, and I only got the best card of them all, the Queen of Hearts!
Joe is an illustrator making cards, magnets and stickers from his simple yet amusing drawings, as well as creating the cutest little people from discarded electronic parts. You really have to see it to understand what I'm talking about so here's a pic of "Electric Bill" that I swiped from his Folksy shop here. He also has his very own solar powered website here.
I've just added the rest of my Christmas card designs to my Etsy shop so please take a looky! There are six designs in total, plus I'm selling three of the designs in a pack of six (that's two of each design).I look forward to seeing some of you at the Barn Acre Gallery private view this Friday 20th November between 6pm and 8pm, plus it's the Devizes craft fair on Saturday 21st from 10am-4pm at the Corn Exchange, Market Place, Devizes.
I've kept quiet recently as I've sewing away making stuff for the Barn Acre Exhibition. Handing in day is now less than a week away and still I have so much to do! I've also been creating some new Christmas card designs, so here's a sneeky peek at one of them. I'll be adding them to Etsy over the next few days and they'll be available at all the craft fairs and art markets I'm doing in the run up to Christmas.
My little greeting cards have been selling well this week on Etsy, being as I've had two orders within two days of each other! I've relisted all sold items, but if you want more than one of a particular card, please ask and I'll add it on to your order, there's a neverending supply of all cards!
People are loving my little postcard prints of strange little animals available in my Etsy shop for less than £1!! Sets of three, five or all ten designs are also available for a 'bigger pack, better value' price! You can even mix and match to create your own set.
Here are some of my newest creations that I'll be adding to Etsy later today. Stuffed letters could spell out a name or just initials, an inspiring word or phrase, or how about a single 'X' for a kiss?!
A great unique kids' gift or something quirky for a loved one, each one is hand stitched from both new and recycled fabrics making every one different. Please let me know what main colour/s you'd like, some of the fabrics are in limited supply so I can't guarantee to match an exact design, but I'll do my best!
I'll be creating them in three sizes: 6" (those pictured here), 8" or 12" at £10, £15 and £30 per letter respectively and I'm taking orders now for Christmas, or simply let me know when you need it for. Discounts available for multiple letters - 10% off for two, 15% off for three and 20% off for four or more.
I am back from my holiday and will be posting some pictures very very soon, but I just spotted this post with my postcards over on amyareyouokay? blog so I thought I'd mention it. Thanks Amy!
Yes I've been busy working on new cards and other items, plus I made my first sale on Etsy, woohoo! The monster card rules supreme! I'm also getting ready to go on holiday this Saturday 19th so I'll be even quieter next week. Lots to tell after then though I'm sure!
Just a quickie to let you know that the Marlborough Art Market this Sunday 13th has been CANCELLED. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.
Tomorrow (Sunday 6th September) I'll be attending the Art Market at The Oakford Social Club in Reading, just opposite the train station. It runs from 11am to 5pm and entry is totally free!I'll also be at the We Love Marlborough Art Market again on Sunday 13th September in the Brewin Dolphin car park just off The Parade in Marlborough (SN8 1NE). Pop down from 10am-4pm for some very original entertainment and unique local artwork. I hope to see you there!
