Bugs and magnolias

While still in 'insect' mode, I came across these photographs, by Kari Herer, on etsy. She has combined the magnolias with old illustrations of flowers and bugs.

I just love the way the flowers become part of the drawing and visa versa. These drawings really put my attempts at botanical sketches to shame. I also like the way they are so systematically arranged. How on earth did she find EXACTLY the right size flower for every drawing! Finally, white is my favourite colour.

I really want one of these photographs!

more etsy finds

More stunning cushions I found while browsing through Etsy. These are designed and handmade using applique embroidery and beads, by Bridget Davies. I just love the designs and the way she has used such simple everyday items and settings.

etsy find

I find these four seasons mini cushions and matching mugs from Baileydoesntbark so soothing and restful in their simplicity. I love white as a colour especially for my home and garden. I have just bought a white bougainvillea for my garden, in the hope that it will show up at night with the outside lights on.

South Africans on storque

Thanks to Jesse for putting together this article of S.A. Etsy sellers for storque. It is great to see how many of us there are. Here's hoping we go from strength to strength and get lots of sales!
To read more go here.

Paper birds

While browsing through etsy I came across Polka Dot Sunday's Shop with these beautiful paper birds. They are sculpted using old newspapers and tape. Their feet are made from wire and covered in patterned tissue paper and varnished with a gloss, waterproof seal. I love the patterns and the fact that they are so delicate and look as if they could really fly!

etsy favourites

Leaves, trees and birds!

I love to look at all the talented crafters products on Etsy. The treasury is my favourite stop and these are a few things that caught my eye.

First is the embroidered notebook from stitchntyme then the cards from cricketpress and the stunning fern cards from jrischitelli. My absolute favourite is the leather bound journal from acorngirl and finally the paper birds from essentialpapers.

I have just noticed that all the products I love are made of paper and I am supposed to be the textile designer!