You will perhaps have already wrapped all your presents for Christmas this year, but throughout 2011 when you are buying gifts, you may want to wrap it in something a bit different.
I think the wrapping paper from Rapping Paper definitely sticks in the mind. The concept of UK independent designer Si Hill, this paper is especially great for music lovers!
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Don’t forget you can come and see Original Minnie at the Christmas Food and Craft Market this weekend at the stunning National Trust property “Belton House“, near Grantham in Lincolnshire.
There will be lots going on with many independent craft, artisan, and food stalls, plus festive music and a traditional Mummers’ play. The Belton House restaurant, gift shop, and attractive grounds will also be open.
Open on Saturday AND Sunday, 11am – 4pm. Come along!
For more info, get in touch or take a look at my Events page.
Talking of illustration, I stumbled across this blog a while ago, and for anyone who is interested in an eclectic mix of music, fashion, art, and the environment, it is a must – posts are accentuated by illustrations from a range of artists and illustrators. Take a look at Amelia’s Magazine.
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I know the RHS Tatton Flower Show happened last month, but here are a few pics from my visit anyway…
RHS Tatton Flower Show 2009 - Roses
There was glorious sunshine when we arrived as the photo below proves, but moments after this, the rain absolutely poured down, so we rushed into the nearby RHS Floral Marquee to wait it out…
RHS Tatton Flower Show 2009 - Giraffe sculpture
There were some beautiful displays in the massive Floral Marquee (as you would expect) and fantastic, vibrant colours – some inspiration for future creations maybe?
RHS Tatton Flower Show 2009 - Hydrangea
RHS Tatton Flower Show 2009 - Bougainvillea
RHS Tatton Flower Show 2009 - Chrysanthemum
There were some stunning displays in the Floral Design Studio marquee too, including this one which grabbed my attention as soon as I walked in – ultra modern and sculptural, its large scale can’t really be appreciated from a photo.
RHS Tatton Flower Show 2009 - Lilys
I also liked the use of old-school vinyl records in this music themed display – it just wouldnt look as good with CDs!
RHS Tatton Flower Show 2009 - Vinyl
During a brief break in the rain, I walked past this outdoor display, and had to take a photo – promoting the use of recycled materials, pupils had made decorations for the School Garden display. This particular creation represented the ‘Hey Diddle Diddle’ nursery rhyme (the one with the cat, fiddle, cow, dog, dish and spoon…) and it caught my eye because they had re-used buttons to decorate the cow and cat – an excellent choice!
RHS Tatton Flower Show 2009 - School Garden Cow
RHS Tatton Flower Show 2009 - School Garden Dish &Spoon
Eventually, the rain beat us on the day, but on our retreat out of the Park, I noticed these beautiful deer – not bothered as we drove past them, so I had to take a quick pic…
RHS Tatton Flower Show 2009 - Deer
RHS Tatton Flower Show 2009 - more Deer
all photos taken by Original Minnie
For more information about Original Minnie, or the recycled/reclaimed Button jewellery I make, and more … why not have a look at my Folksy shop or website (open in a new window).
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After the weather being so sunny last weekend for the outdoors Lincoln Artists Market, I have high hopes that it will be equally sunny next weekend for Clutter City (Saturday 11th July) in Norwich… fingers crossed.
Clutter City Poster © Clutter City
I’ve never been before, but its looks like a great event … held in Norwich Arts Centre – it looks like a beautiful old building – there will be live music, a B-B-Q in the garden, and stalls inside and out. So with good or bad weather, it should still be worth a visit!
For more information, have a look at their offical website: http://cluttercity.norwichartscentre.org.uk/
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