Have you had a nice long weekend? Mine has been rather pleasant, as I finally got the time to have a play on my new sewing machine!
This is the beast. It's small, but it's perfect for someone like me who has no real idea what they're doing. I'm really enjoying practicing, and I plan to make some nice little pouches for my jewellery from vintage fabric. I'll be posting some pictures soon!
I also made a couple of new jewellery pieces:
This necklace is made from a vintage brooch, hung with freshwater pearls and vintage chain. I like making fan necklaces. There's something quite regal about them, I think. What do you think? I'd love to know.
She sells sea shells...this necklace is made from a vintage shell, which I've adorned with a freshwater pearl and hung on vintage chain. This is one of my daintier necklaces, but I quite like its simplicity. What do you think? Do you prefer a bolder necklace, or something more simple and delicate?
I've just about finished my new collection for Trinket in Edinburgh, so now all of my focus will be on finishing up and preparing for the Handm@de fair in Winchester on 5th July. If you happen to be local, it would be ever so lovely to see you!
Wow, this post has been quite boring, hasn't it? Sorry about that. I might go and do more sewing now. Thank you for reading and leaving your lovely comments. They never fail to make my day/life.
Much love,
Frankie
Swell Vintage
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Looooove the shell necklace, so summery and simple. Nicely done girlie!
ReplyDeletefantastic pieces! x
ReplyDeleteYou're playing a shell game, darling!! Ha ha I crack myself up. But seriously, these are absolutely beautiful and I am totally including them (with your permission, natch) in an upcoming post with a shell theme! The first one that looks like a fan is one of my fave pieces of yours ever!
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CC
I saw that sewing machine in John Lewis! It looks so good! Deffo all you need to get sewing. In fact, i actually prefer more 'simple' sewing machines... its so much easier to see what you are doing and correct mistakes! And you kind of get a feel of how the machine works inside! Can't wait to see what you make.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love the shell necklace! And a good call on the chain!
Have you been to Norwich before? We have a fantastic bi-monthly craft fair called clutter city. It's held at Norwich Arts Centre, and is always packed with eager customers! I reckon your jewellery would go down a treat. Check it out: http://cluttercity.norwichartscentre.org.uk/
Ive been wanting a stall on it for ages, but haven't got my stuff together!
Thanks for your comment on my blog :)
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ooh you're so good! I wanna get a sewing machine in the summer :)
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i adooooore the shell!! i'm in love!
ReplyDeleteLove the seashell necklace...especially with the little pearl inside! I'm a fan of bigger necklaces and that fan fits the bill...nice job!! Don't sew your fingers shut!
ReplyDeleteI love your necklaces !
ReplyDeletelucille a little frrecnh girl
Love your newest necklaces! And congrats on the sewing machine. Can't wait to see what your creations will be!
ReplyDeleteI just noticed the sewing machine on my second visit - congrats!
ReplyDeleteAlso, is it okay if I use your images on a post, and if so, do you want me to link your store or your blog? You can email me at carriecalligraphy@gmail.com if you prefer...
xoxox,
CC
that sewing machine is super cute, and I really like the shell necklace. very creative :)
ReplyDeletePretty! The shell is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your sewing machine.
wow i love the first necklace. beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGreat ideawith the pearl!! The sewing-machine looks so cool, maybe I'm going to unpack my mum's old one and start practicing aswell!
ReplyDeletethis post was not boring at all. it was full of more inspiring pics i drool over every time i visit your blog. i love the fan brooch necklace. amazing.
ReplyDeletebtw congrats on the sewing machine.
xoxo
mina
I wouldve thougth someone like you would have been good with a sewing machine. You shoudl take videos of yourself trying to learn how to do it.
ReplyDeleteWow, very pretty :)
ReplyDeletelovely necklace!
ReplyDeleteOh gosh I LOVE THEM ALL!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou're such a talented person! Please keep the great work up!
I love the sea shell! Your sewing machine is so cute. I wish my machine were red. I can't wait to see what you are sewing up.
ReplyDeletei love the fan necklace... and the shell one :) both are gorgeous!
ReplyDeletexx imelda
I love fan necklaces! I agree, quite regal.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I think sewing pouches is a great idea!
My mum bought me a sewing machine for my birthday, it was brilliant! It only took me 2 weeks to finally figure out how to thread the thing...
ReplyDeletevery lovely design !!
ReplyDeletej'adore !
a bientot !
boubou xx
that's a great idea girl. adorable. you're good b/c when i've glued pearls in before i always get residue, this looks perfect.
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oh i love that shell and pearl piece. it is beautiful! I think it is one of my faves to date!
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marian