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Friday 27 October 2017

Folksy Friday - Seeing Blue

I've got a showcase of work from designers and makers on Folksy for you today. I've just looked to see when I posted my last Folksy Friday and it is just over a year ago! Yikes. I didn't mean for it to be so long before the next one. For those who may be unfamiliar with Folksy, it is an online marketplace for designer makers and artists who are based in the UK. It's the platform I use for my shop and it has a really nice community of makers who are very supportive of each other, which I love.

I decided, when I started my blog, that I would like to feature designer makers on here to showcase the awesome talent there is out there and to highlight the skill and quality and therefore the benefits of buying handmade.

All of my readers here on Koko Diaries are wonderfully creative and I love visiting all of your blogs to see what lovely things you have been making, so I know you value handmade too. We always buy top quality supplies for the things we make and we put our heart and soul into every part of it, don't we? The passion that people have for their craft and their art is something that I really appreciate and want to support and it actually makes me feel all the more passionate about my own work too.

Since it's been quite warm and bright today and the sky has been a perfect shade blue, I've chosen a few pieces that are a lovely blue colour too 😊.

First up is a necklace with a beautiful pendant by Jo of Little Trinket Girl. I actually bought one of Jo's pendants for my mum this year and the detail really blew me away. It was exquisite.

Shimmering Wildflower Pendant

Do you know that I love the sea? I love everything about the ocean so couldn't resist sharing this mermaid mask by Debbs of Debbs Elliman. Debbs makes the most beautiful masks.

Mermaid mask, masquerade masks, mermaid costume

Teodora of Teodora Paintings turns her artwork into tiny prints that she then incorporates into pieces of jewellery. I'm allergic to metals so can't wear them next to my skin, otherwise I'm sure I'd already own this 😊 (and maybe a few more -stupid allergy)

Turquoise and Yellow Bracelet with Meadow Flowers Art Print

There are some funky softie and doll makers that I love on Folksy too. Martine of Maisie Muffin Rag dolls makes these sweet dolls and lots of outfits for them to wear.

Mouse - Veronique

I love, love, love the softies Debbie of Steam bear & Co. makes. I bought one of Debbie's sock dudes for my great-niece who was born recently (I'm really not old enough for that sentence). Debbie tests them all so they are CE certified and safe for babies. They are uber-quirky and I love them.

Handmade Plushie Bunny with Blue Heart, Nursery, Baby Soft Toy

I'll finish with one of mine. I made this clutch purse with the fabric left over from the dress my mum had made for her to wear at my wedding. It has a big shiny bit of bling on the front too.

Blue Satin Diamante Evening Clutch Purse


Where do you shop for your handmade gifts? Do you have a craft market nearby or do you shop online? Or, do you make all your own handmade gifts?

I'd love to hear your opinions on handmade and handcrafted products.

Have a lovely weekend!!!

                                                                       *B*


10 comments:

  1. The weather has been lovely, I love the blue skies and your choice of blue items is very fitting.
    Jan x

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    1. I find blue skies can really cheer you up even if it's quite cold outside. Thank you for visiting my blog and leaving a lovely comment Jan! :)

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  2. What a lovely selection! Thank you for including my bracelet x.

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    1. I'm glad you liked my selection :) You're very welcome, your artwork and jewellery is just beautiful!

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  3. Spoilt for choice and a gorgeous selection. I like Folksy too, lovely people and gorgeous handmade gifts.
    Thank you for including my Bunny😀

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    1. Thanks for coming to visit Debbie :) I love your funky toys! Folksy is a lovely and friendly community to a part of, isn't it?

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  4. I make some presents but not all. It really depends on my mood and whether a recipient appreciates hand crafted items. Your clutch purse is very glamorous, love it.

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    1. Thank you Christina! I think your right about only making gifts for those who will appreciate it. It would be sad to put all of that love and effort in if the recipient didn't like it or see the value in it. Thanks for popping by for a visit :)

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  5. Thank you for sharing my mask, I have only just seen this! Time really does fly by, I guess I should look at my blog too, I bet it has been a long time since I last posted on it!
    I love the folksy forum, it's very friendly and homely and I really like that! :)

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    1. You're welcome Debbs :) Folksy is a friendly place, it's a nice community to be a part of.

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