Maison Mai

One of the great things about living so near to Greenwich is being able to stroll down to their arts and crafts markets. With all the hustle and bustle that the weekends bring it’s nice to have a chat with some of the traders, peruse their unique homemade items and generally have a good nose around!

One of our favourite stalls from last weekend came from the sisters of Maison Mai. Their embroidered owl cushions look ready to fly from their perch and the presentation of their garden tea light holders and wicker hearts adorning a white branch worked well. The whole stall has classy boutique feel without being too overcrowded and we particularly liked their homemade boy’s and girl’s Sleepover bags.

If Greenwich is too far out for you to travel you can order any of their eye catching wares on their website here. 

Blackheath Car Boot Sale

Hi folks. Don’t forget tomorrow morning, on April 27^th, Blackheath High School is hosting a local Car Boot Sale. Plenty of stalls, craft activities for the kids (plus that walk over the heath to build an appetite for Sunday lunch) Enjoy! 

The Sewing Bird

Don’t know your cast stitch from your running stitch? Dream of being able to create with just a needle and thread? Then look no further than Greenwich’s local sewing group- The Sewing Bird!

I came across their flyer hanging in Greenwich’s print shop (a lifesaving resource for me atm) and had to share. Starting just over a month ago, they cater to absolute beginners with Tuesday nights covering the basics of sewing and Wednesdays to dedicated dress making, both set in the relaxed atmosphere of the Plum Tree Café.

By the looks of some of the creations on their Facebook page it’s already proved quite a hit! Definitely worth looking into if you’re needle novice and looking for a fun place to start (plus there’s cake! Always a swing factor)

Here's a snap of their flyer with all the details but their Facebook page with all the further info you’ll need is here

Shannybebo Custom Clocks

Browsing through walls of images my eyes are immediately drawn to Shannybebo’s Clocks. Individually crafted, they all seem to have a ‘certain something’ that insists that they stand out from the crowd – miniature pieces of pure aesthetic delivered within all the practical promise of a clock.

In truth, some I like more than others but as their nicknamed creator Shannybebo comments clocks are a unique piece of art that enhance a room or space and that “really reflect a person’s style or personality”. As such she’s happy to embark on custom projects to deliver a time piece that’s set pride of place in anyone’s home. Her creation process makes for a good read and full Shannybebo story can be found here

If you fancy one of these truly unique timepieces her Etsy shop page is here

Easter Wreaths in Action

Back in March I did a post that highlighted just how much the right wreath can add to your home. Eating rather too many Easter Eggs yesterday I decided to walk off the fast approaching chocolate coma and came across some stunning floral creations proudly adorning some of the houses in my local area. Very nice they are too!

Hard to type...Chocolate Coma

Antique Wardrobe

Always on the hunt for something unusual or particularly stylish I came across this absolutely beautiful triple wardrobe made from rare walnut at Minerva Antiques in Greenwich (just look at that detailing!). Yours, if you have a spare £2650.