Eclectic Creations

Folksy Friday Snap Snap

2010-09-03T00:48:00.000-07:00

Yayy it's friday again, and that means its FOLKSY friday! :-D

I love taking pictures where ever i am...and of what ever i see! The sky, people, flowers, trees, my children, the sea...

So this weeks folksy friday theme is cameras! I ♥ old style vintage looking cameras too.

Look a these beaut's i have found!!

Diana Handmade Keychain By Cut Copy Create

Retro Camera 3D Greetings Card By Tea And Ceromony

Click Click Paparazzi Necklace By The Beespoke

5x5 Vintage Camera And Cupcake Print By Photography By Holly

Vintage Camera Letterpress Flat Notes By Print For Love Of Wood

Some fantastic items! Please have a look around their lovely shops too!

xxx

Folksy Friday! ♥

2010-08-26T07:21:00.000-07:00

This is my first Folksy friday in ages! So it's defanatley going to be a good'en! :-D

I haven't really got a theme this week, i will just be show casing some of the beautiful items and shops on Folksy! ♥ BUT all of the items i have picked would make amazing christmas pressies..if you've started shopping! hehe! xXx

How adorable is this! ♥ 'Flo Elephant' By Woolly Lakes

Stunning Unicorn Jotter ♥ By Jessicas Jotters

Beautiful Flower Robin Pocket Mirror ♥ By Superfumi

Gorgeous Shabby Chic Heart Decoration ♥ By Sew Sweet

Beautiful Golden Jewel Frame ♥ By Lynsey Luu

Please have a look around these amazing shops!...oh and leave a comment while your here too! : ) ♥♥♥

Haven't Blogged For Like...Forever! Ha!

2010-08-26T03:58:00.000-07:00

Helloooo,

Feels like a lifetime since i last posted on here. So today i decided to do something about it!

Firstly thought i would show you the face behind the name...hehe..and of course my two beautiful inspirations : ) xXx♥♥

This is me and my 8 month old daughter Honey Ava xXx♥ (Not the best pic though!)

And this is my little man Jack aged 2 in this picture at the time but he's 3 now! xXx♥

Any way on the business side of things, for a few weeks now i have been trying out various new packagings for my jewellery , and have decided on lovely little eco, ribbed, brown pillow boxes with pink organza ribbon tied around it, or lace? Haven't settled on one yet : ) Both look verrry pretty, if i do say so myself! And then for added cuteness some pretty little sparkles are added inside the package too (and little note aswell). hehe!

I really think the packaging plays a big part in encouraging customers to return to you. Not only have they got the excitement of recieving their gorgeous new jewellery buttt it's also beautifully wrapped, like a special little gift! I know that's the kind of thing that keeps me interested!

I will try and upload some piccies of the new packaging, when my camera stops playing up! :-/ Grrrr!!

This is a really random post i guess, but just missed the blog world! : )

Hopefully i will get back into the swing of things and start blogging regularly again. ♥

Have a lovely day...Miss Eclectic xXxXx

The Revamp!!

2010-05-20T00:34:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone,

So i decided to put a bit more of 'me' into this blog, rather than just all about my Folksy shop, give it some personality, and hopefully make it a place that you enjoy coming to and spend time looking around.

You will find a page with things that i love..everything from shoes to cakes! : )
A page filled with handy, beauty hints and tricks, and also lots of exciting news of my up-coming work, promotions and give-aways!

I hope you enjoy looking around, i would love to hear your comments.

xox

Folksy Friday ~ Shabby Chic

2010-05-14T00:34:00.001-07:00

This weeks Folksy Friday theme is SHABBY CHIC! I love the whole rustic, country cottage kind of feel about it, floral Kath Kidston style prints, gingham and hearts galore!

I have found some beautiful items this week...i want them all!

Please remember i generally only use shops with 10 sales or less so feel free to take a visit to their lovley shops...and treat yourself ; ) hehe!

Reclaimed Wood Sign By Cinnamon Hill

Shabby Chic Heart By Oh You Pretty Things

Gorgeous Shabby Chic Trug By Claire Rose Designs

Shabby Dotty Knobs By Muddy Puddle Crafts

Notice/Memo Board By Moggie Moo Designs

Union Jack Cushion By Edith Gray

Patterned Pegs By Muddy Puddle Crafts

Not too shabby huh!? Click on the pink links to visit these fabulous shops!

Jackie Magazine

2010-05-09T08:16:00.000-07:00

Retro and kitsch! I don't think you could get any more kitsch than these gorgeous, bright Jackie magazine necklaces.

With large, glossy, genuine Jackie charms hung on silver plated chains.

Jackie was a weekly magazine for girls, from 1964 to 1993.
Popular for it's 'Cathy and Claire' problem page, fashion & beauty tips, pull out posters and girly gossip! I love these necklaces...sure to get comments where ever you go!

Folksy Friday ~ Top-To-Toe Beauty

2010-05-06T10:26:00.000-07:00

This weeks folksy friday theme is Top-to-toe beauty! There are so many amazing shops selling handmade beauty, body and bath products, i thought i would pick out a selection of my favourites to show you. Ideal as the summer is coming up and im in need of a pampering before i go anywhere near a bikini haha!

Relaxing Herbal Tub Tea By Freyaluna

Raspberry Organic Face Scrubbies By Quirky Boots

Mango and Pineapple Sugar Cube Soap Scrubs By girlonarock

Organic Whipped Shea Butter By Scents-ible Solutions

Organic Strawberry Lipbalm By Spiral Moon

Nourishing Cuticle Oil By Scents-ible Solutions

Remember to click on the pink links to visit these lovely shops! Some absolutley beautiful products here!

I'm a lucky girl!

2010-05-04T11:31:00.000-07:00

I entered a give-away held by seventyseventyone design to win a beautiful loopy corsage, and to my absolute suprise...I won! I have been very lucky lately!! :-D

The corsage is absolutley gorgeous and so well made! I love it! It came beautifully wrapped too.
A trip to seventyseventyone design is a MUST! Click on the pink links to visit this very talented designer.

Thank you very much xx

Folksy Friday ~ Under A Fiver Finds

2010-04-29T07:14:00.000-07:00

It amazes me how quickly my weeks go...but i guess it's all the nappy changing, face wiping, puree feeding and hoovering crushed up crayons out of the carpet that fill up my weeks! Haha! But i love it really!

This week i have chosen 'Under a fiver finds' as the theme, using sellers with under 10 sales, and boy have i found some beaut's! Whether for yourself or if you searching for a gift...look no further! ;-D

Feed The Birds By 'Bread & Butter' By Bev Jennings

Crackled Peach Cluster Earrings By Nithria Land Of Handmade Craft

Russian Doll Keyring By Mrs & Mrs Bojangles' Jumble Sale

Sugar Scrub Cubes By Taonga Homescents

Purple Bracelet By Fiona Design

Some beautiful finds dont you agree!? Don't forget to have a browse around these lovely shops by clicking on the pink link! xx

Folksy Friday ~ Kawaii

2010-04-22T04:11:00.001-07:00

Happy folksy friday everyone!

This week i thought i would forfill my latest craving for all things KAWAII!!
I don't know if it's the adorable colours, super cute, japanese inspired characters, or the sheer quirkiness of it all, but i love everything kawaii right now..(alot) :-D

Take a look at these amazing shops!

Choccy Cupcake Softy by Cutie Candy Pop

Happy Days Postcards By Anne

Kawaii Ice-cream Hair Clips By Heroine Industries

Miniature Strawberry Toaster Necklace By Strawberry Anarchy

Happy Telephone Necklace By SourCherry.co.uk

How cute are these!? :-)

Folksy Friday ~ My Wish List

2010-04-15T07:37:00.000-07:00

Good morning everyone!

This weeks folksy friday theme is based on some of my absolute fave's from folksy...my wish list. (when hubby decides to treat me!) There are soooo many beautiful things to choose from, and here are just a few of them!

Encyclopedia Pouch by Peppermint twist

Vintage Style Journal by My Beautiful Shop

Greensleeves Floral Necklace by The Whimsical Wren

Roses and Cherubs Cushion by Textile treasure Seeker

Choc-a-mocha Cupcake Soap by Lishus Handmade Soap

Some beautiful treats here! Check out their fantastic shops for more scrummy goodies!

Have a lovely day. xXx

Freshly Baked...x

2010-04-11T02:13:00.000-07:00

Last year, i was invited to a family members baby shower.
Having never been to one before, i was so excited and wanted to take a gift that would be really special and be a real treat for the reciever!
But i struggled to find something that wouldn't have already been thought of by someone else! Being hugely pregnant myself at the time (1 week away from due date)i thought about what kind of things i would love to recieve!
I put my creative, craftyness to use, and decided to have a go at making a nappy cake.

I had never made one before, but found it was really really fun and fairly easy to do! To be honest i was quite impressed with the finished 3 tiered cake cake too!

And here it is FRESHLY BAKED! hehe! Cram-packed with goodies for mummy and baby, including approx 36 newborn nappies, baby towel, muslin cloths, loads of baby tioletries, wash cloths, baby toys, brush & comb, weaning pots, teether, nappy pins, bibs and a feeding bottle secretly hidden in the centre of the cake!
All finished off with cellophane and pretty yellow ribbon around the tiers. Shiney curling ribbon on the outside and some cute jingley, silver bells (it was nearly christmas) All on a useful, reusable cake base.

I have to say it was the talk of the night *blushes* and the reciever was thrilled with it!! Nappy cakes are fantastic centre pieces and gifts for baby showers or just a lovely gift for new parents!

Since then i have made them for other baby showers and for freinds and family!
I have also created some other alternative baby shower/new baby gifts.

For baby showers they make great favours! It includes an Avent baby bottle, with a rolled up baby vest inside. Finished off again with cellophane and lots of pretty pink ribbon and a handy dummy also tied into the ribbon! Such a lovely gift but sooo useful at the same time!

All nappy cakes and favours can be made in any colour scheme, style, size & theme (subject to availability of some products)

If anyone would like any more information on nappy cakes or baby shower favours then please do contact me either by leaving a comment here or emailing me at sydneysimpson@rocketmail.com i will be happy to discuss any custom nappy cakes/gifts ideas that you have!

Thanks for reading, i would love to hear any comments!...xx

Look What I Won!

2010-04-09T07:41:00.000-07:00

I entered Konnie Kapow's
blog giveaway a couple of weeks ago and guess what...I WON!! WOOHOO!! Just thought id show you what i recieved! I was so excited, felt like it was my birthday! hehe! (Had camera at the ready in true blogger style lol).

I recieved 3 packs of beautiful notecards, beautifully wrapped! I love them! :-D
Click HERE to take a look around Konnie Kapow's fab shop!

Thank you Konnie Kapow! xx

Folksy Friday ~ Undiscovered Treasures!

2010-04-09T01:45:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone!

Happy Folksy Friday! :) I have recently stumbled apon some amazing shops that have yet to be discovered by many people! So i thought i would share my finds with you..Make sure you have a browse around their shops too!

Raicreations Designs

Handmade By Louisa

Prancing Peacock

O'Blue

The Whistling Cowgirl

Hope you like my Folksy Friday picks this week! Please leave a comment! : )

Folksy Friday ~ Tea Party

2010-03-26T01:37:00.000-07:00

Good morning everyone!

Yep friday is here again! How do these weeks go soooo quick??
Here are my folksy friday picks for this week. I have chosen the theme...TEA PARTY!

Come and join me...xxx

Buttons Set - Cake and biscuits by She Draws

Cup Of Tea Necklace by Joelleabelle

Tea Anyone? Necklace by Me ; )

Fairy Cake Bunting by Nickynackynoo

Tea Set Earrings by Eilidh Borland

Tunnocks Pin Badges - set of 3 by Nikkimade

More tea anyone....? xx

Jackie Magazine Necklace!

2010-03-25T10:54:00.001-07:00

I have just listed this super cute and retro kitsch 80's Jackie Magazine necklace! I love it! What do you think?

You can see this necklace and lots of other cute items in my shop..Just click on the folksy badge to go straight to my shop! xxx

Join The EC Fan Page!

2010-03-24T05:21:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone!

If you aren't already a fan on our facebook page then join now! : )
When we reach 200 fans EC will be having a FANTASTIC unmissable giveaway!! Get joining lovely people, and dont forget to invite all of your your freinds too!

Just click on the Facebook fan box below!

Thank you xxx

Tea Anyone? x

2010-03-21T08:54:00.000-07:00

Here's a little glimpse of some super cute, newly listed items available in my shop right now!...
And remember all multiple orders and returning customers may find a lovely little treat in their parcels! :-D xxx

Tea Anyone? Pink Gingham Necklace

Tea Anyone? Matching Teacup Earrings

Floral Dove Necklace

Take a look in my shop for more cute and kitsch jewellery, by clicking on the 'Find Me On Folksy' link! xxx

My Folksy Friday Picks ~ Vintage

2010-03-18T10:03:00.001-07:00

Good Morning everyone!

It's friday again!!...so that means more delightful picks from some uber talented people on folksy.com I <3 FOLKSY FRIDAY!!

My theme this week is....All things VINTAGE!

Puuurfect Redressed Vintage Brooch by PEARLSNBOWS

Vintage Hedgehog Locket Necklace by Me!

Floral High Waisted 50's Skirt With By Neoplitan Dreams

Steampunk Victoriana Pocket Watch Face Necklace by Pirate Treasures

Vintage Sweetie Tin Candyfloss Scented Candle by Mr Wick

How cute are these!? All can be found on Folksy.com! x

Free Postage For One Day Only!!

2010-03-03T01:02:00.000-08:00

On Saturday 6th March, all items in my Folksy shop will be posted for freeeeee! Thats right NO P&P CHARGES for one day only!! As it's my little boys birthday weekend im feeling happy and wanted to share the love with my Folksy customers.....Happy shopping! : ) http://www.folksy.com/shops/MissEclectic

Oh and i just thought id give you a first looksy at this gorgeously cute and kitsch, huge BARBIE FASHION DESIGNER necklace, that i will be adding in the next few days! Who can resist a bit of Barbie...Hehe! (Contemplating adding a sattin bow to it though!)...xx

Folksy Friday ~ Mothers Day

2010-02-26T02:24:00.000-08:00

Morning Everyone!
It's friday again..so that means it's FOLKSY FRIDAY!! Yeyyy!! This week the theme i have chosen is Mothers day, to help us all on your way, buying that perfect pressie for our wonderful mums!

I have chosen some FAB handmade gifts from some very talented Folksters..take a look!

Black Raspberry and Vanilla Soap from Saffron Barr....How scrummy does this look!

Fabric Discs and Vintage Button Necklace from Recycloanalyst...(I need this! hehe!)

Mothers Day Heart from Nana Marje...This is gorgeous hint hint! :)

Mothers Day Card Original from Andy Lanham Art...I love all the cards in this shop they are all beautiful!

Biscuit Print Leather Notebook from She Draws....This is actually the cutest notebook i've ever seen!

These are just a small selection of the amazing mothers day gifts available on Folksy.com

Sneak Preview...

2010-02-20T10:16:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone,

I've finally managed to take some piccies of my newest creations, having an energetic 3 year old boy and a 10 week old, breastfeeding baby girl takes up almost 99% of my time! (would'nt have it any other way though!) So here is a FIRST LOOK...before they are listed on my folksy shop www.folksy.com/shops/MissEclectic.....Hope you like them! xx

'An apple a day...' Im sooo in love with this necklace!! With it's cute, large, shiney red apple pendant, on a 16" gold plated chain. It looks almost good enough to eat! :-D

This gorgeous eclectic Eiffel Tower necklace, with a little collection of vintage buttons and charms, is perrrrfect if you love standing out from the crowd! Comes on a 18" gold plated chain. LOVE LOVE LOVE it!

How cute and kitsch is this 'Jackie' magazine necklace! It's GORGEOUS!!!! With an adorable pink bow to finish it off beautifully. Comes on a 22" silver plated chain. A 100% complement creator.

Thats just a little taster treat of some of my new jewellery creations, that i will be adding to my Folksy shop over the next week. Check them all out by clicking on one of the Find Me On Folksy badges, which takes you to my shop! xx

My Folksy Friday Faves!

2010-02-19T01:30:00.000-08:00

Happy friday everyone! This is my first Folksy friday...
I have picked out a few FAB items from the folksy website http://www.folksy.com going with the theme of 'NAUTICAL' as this gorgeous, sexy sailor trend is back for the spring! Yeyyy i looove anything nautical...Here they are, let me here your comments!! <3 xx

Loving this gorgeous nautical button and ribbon necklace by 'Made By Kate D'

Super cute Ahoy hair grips by 'Mymiyel'

Beautiful nautical cocktail hat/fascinator by 'Lauren & Grace'

These are the cutests nautical tights i have ever seen hehe! By 'JenWhyBird'

How cute is this brooch!! by 'nelli D'

Well thats my Folksy Friday faves...a fab selection of beautiful handmade nautical items by some very talented people! xx

Cant wait to create...

2010-02-15T00:50:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone!

Well i have had some new AMAZINGLY cute jewellery finds that i ordered come through in the post, and i cannot wait to get making!! Expect to see some very cute & kitsch, Barbie, Jackie (magazine), Alice in wonderland and Marylin Monroe jewellery coming up over the next week! God i love making jewellery : ) Make sure you keep checking in on http:/www.folksy/shops/MissEclectic.com to have a peek at my new creations. I'll also be posting a selection on here for you all to see too...Have a great day! xx

Hand candy...

2010-02-12T05:34:00.001-08:00

I love love love this huge statment ring! With a really cute peach coloured base, set with a vintage looking cameo! Its sure to get plenty of complements...SUPER CUTE & KITSCH HAND CANDY!!

All ready to wear with a silver plated, adjustable ring.

One of my absolute fave's i must say : D

Hey

2010-02-12T05:02:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone!

Welcome to my blog! : ) a little insight into my jewellery making world! I luuuuurrrrvvvve making pretty things, using whatever i can get my hands on really...whether its repairing and modifying a vintage chain to look cute and kitsch or just using my imagination to create a cram packed charm bracelet...My head is always filled with exciting new ideas and designs and i cant wait to put them all into action! : )

I would love to know what you think about my creations! visit www.folksy.com/shops/MissEclectic

An AMAZING website filled to the brim with wonderful handmade goodies!! Take a look around.

Sydney xx