Letters

Hello, 

A while ago I received an order from a lovely lady called Deanna who lives all the way in Australia. She ordered three 3D letters two of them she wanted covering in wonder woman comic & the other in a story book - I choose Cat in the Hat. (F,H,K)

Deanna explained these were the last three letters she needed to complete her collection of A-Z and that she was going to have them displayed in her baby girls nursery. She kindly sent over some photos so I could see, I think she has done an amazing job! Such a fun idea!

I love seeing photo's of my handmade things in there new home so if you have any I would love to have a look - roobarbgifts@hotmail.co.uk

Thanks so much Deanna for sharing Poppy Lulu's gorgeous nursery with us.

Sarah xxx

New Goodies

Hello

Yesterday I went shopping with my mum for some new things for the shop. We had a lovely day and bought some gorgeous things so I thought I would share some of my favourites with you all!

Mother's Day gift ideas.

Jam making set - would make a lovely present!

Felt spring baskets complete with a chocolate egg (so much prettier than your normal Easter eggs)

"Live the life you love please" wooden plaque - Great saying!

Spring Chickens

Sewing & Knitting sets in a vintage style mini suitcase.

Hope you like them too. Would love to know what you think?

These products aren't available on the website but if anyone would like anymore information please feel free to drop me an email roobarbgifts@hotmail.co.uk

Sarah xx

YO HO HO AND A BOTTLE OF RUM!

Hello

This week I have been working on an order for three drawstring bags. I thought I would share with you all the small steps I take to bring my pirate design to life!

Here are the finished drawstring bags.

I start by cutting out all the small pieces of fabric

 I use the straight foot on my sewing machine to sew down the beige coloured felt for the pirates face

Then I pin down the red gingham for his bandana and sew it down with the straight foot again

I use red felt for the knot detail on the bandana and sew around that using my freehand embroidery foot

Then go on to add his facial detail - so each pirate ends up a little bit different

And finally all that is left to do is to trim off the loose threads

Then he is ready to be cut out, mount onto grey felt and then sewn onto the drawstring bag

Hope you have enjoyed your little sneak peek behind the scenes & that you are all having a lovely weekend. If you would like to place an order for a drawstring bag you can here.

Sarah xx

Wedding Bells

My friend Lorna Butters who makes all the sock-ies for the shop has just come up with a great new idea for wedding presents

A pair of Mr and Mrs sock pigs that come complete with wedding veils and top hats. These make such a nice unique gift & are great for couples who have everything.

These are now available to buy on the website at £20.00 a pair. These are all one of a kind and are for sale in the shop so it is best to get in touch to check availability. Also feel free to send an email comissioning your own wedding sock pigs to roobarbgifts@hotmail.co.uk

Sarah xx