Dresses UK

So Im browsing through etsy the other evening (as ya do!) and I was researching for a new blog and came accross a wonderful seller called Morashajewelry. I just adore her style of work, it really compliments my signature time worn look and I fell head over heels with the leather cuff above. Its a fact that I don't ever wear commercial style jewelry, the type you see shining and gleaming in a jewelry shop but I do really love anything rustic, time worn, gypsyesque and this cuff was everything I enjoy for my own personal use. I know that there are still one or two of these babies to whip up so if you fancy one for yourself you can get one here.

The designer also sent me a message after purchasing and to top off an already perfect buy she was a really sweet person too! (THIS is exactly why etsy is so special, that client/seller bond that often happens, it really personal and just works!)

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thanks for your creativity Morahsa.

So the result is in...............

And heres how it went.... I wrote down all the names of entries onto a piece of paper and cut them all out and straight into a jar! Before I pulled one out I made a positive affirmation (im a keen believer in Karma and the Law of Attraction, as per "The Secret" Philosophy), I asked that the person pulled out be in need of a nice surprise and a bit of cheering up today.

Well heres the winner guys...

A bird in the hand

Thanks to everyone for entering! its been fun. Keep a check in for more offers coming soon. ;)

So, I have been tossing around the idea of how I could extend my love of surface textures and detailed embellishments and I decided to open another etsy shop called Anood for all my other sewing projects such as cushions, homewares, art quilts, bags , art etc. Basically anything that inspires me and gives me the freedom to embellish and empty canvas!

I found the first night of having 2 etsy accounts absolutely dizzying! I honestly don't know if I will get used to swapping accounts, chatting in the forums and being in the wrong avatar etc! its crazy confusing. Round about now would be an awesome time for an assistant.... any takers?

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bonzie

So I have been very busy in the studio this week with a big custom order. A super client of mine on etsy suggested that we go for a venetian jacket with an edgier twist! Instead of the usual cream brocade we went for a rich plum! After 3 dyeing attempts (and a bag full of nerves) the last batch came out the most perfect rich plum, yet still looked vintage and antique. Quite often brighter colours don't lend well to getting that authentic old aesthetic so I kept going until the colour passed the ancient test! ;)

My client has a flair for design herself and even submitted fashion sketchs of her proposal including the most amazing fleur de lis scroll pattern for the back! This is now my favourite part of the jacket as it has brought a whole new embellishment to the forefront that I never would have thought of!

I am also awaiting a shipment of swarovski crystals to adorn the back and these will also be added once they arrive in Ireland! No doubt I will need a good movie to watch whilst doing those by hand! eek!

Note: those of you who have not seen the post below I am running a giveaway cometition for a gorgeous cuff if you fancy entering scroll down below to comment. ;)

competition ends tomorrow so this is your last chance saloon! lol

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bonzie

Its very exciting news here guys! The first of the 3 magazine articles has hit the shelves her in Ireland. PC Live Magazine, Irelands Premiere computer lifestyle magazine has done a fantastic article on Steampunk and I was featured as Irelands only steampunk fashion designer with an interview by your truely about my etsy online boutique and my bonzie label with its steampunk essence!!!

The article is an absolutely fabulous informative read written by a really gorgeous writer called Maria Golpe, who was an absolute lady to deal with and a gem of a business woman.

Of course etsy got a great plug too which is a great step towards reaching a new market in Ireland where more and more buyers and sellers are creating accounts by the day!

I am really thrilled about this piece and would like to extend my thanks to all the guys over at PC Live and especially Maria , for being an all round gem! xxxx

bonzie

ps. don't forget to enter the free cuff giveaway competition below guys by posting a comment to enter.

HI guys,

I have decided its about time to give back to my regular blog readers!! I am hosting a competition to give away the regal tatter cuff above! I am not even going to promote this anywhere other than my blog as I would like for the peeps who check in with my blog to have the best chance of winning.

The winner will get the exact cuff from my etsy shop that is pictured above and I will send it out by Irish Post to anywhere in the world ;)

To enter simply leave a comment in this post and I will be putting all the names into a hat and pulling one out at random! I will pull out the winners name in a week from this post!

best of luck guys! ;)

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bonzie

Well... finally the sun decides to pay us a visit here in Ireland! We are having the most gorgeous (dare I say it!) Summers day today and I felt it would be the perfect opportunity to photograph the newest piece for my etsy boutique. I called in my model for an emergency *lets catch the sunlight for the summer dress* photo op!

For some reason this new summers dress just needed to be flooded with sunnyness to best show it off! The romantic lilac dress will be available to buy soon from my etsy shop. ;)

And to those enjoying the sunshine today, I hope it lasts a little bit longer for you than our usual glimpse or ray of hope! lol

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bonzie