Monday 4 February 2013

The first signs of spring

 My latest piece wasnt planned from the outset: it kind of developed from the lovely bit of wood which I used for the shed (above). Then, rummaging around in my fabric scrap drawer, I had the idea of making a simple deckchair!

 Nothing says Spring better than daffodils: these are made from tiny nails, bent at the tip with the ends painted yellow. The outer petals are little scraps of dried acrylic paint, threaded on to the nail. 


A washing line adds a bit of colour, and I made this very simple lawnmower to balance out the composition!















"First sign of spring" is available for sale in my Madebyhandonline shop here.
Have a good week folks!

16 comments:

  1. Yes! Spring... You nailed it ;)

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  2. Absolutely gorgeous, you're just too clever!! Love the deck chair I can feel the sun shining down as the lawn mower hums along, Lucey x

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  3. Springtime - I hope soon!!!
    Your houses - wunderfull!!!

    Susan

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  4. Absolutely love the last picture where you hung tiny fabric pieces... so cute :)

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  5. I just LOVE the little flymo landmower...Fabulous :)

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  6. I love it! Such a cheery little piece. The flowers are fab x

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  7. You had me worried there for a mo', cos if you are having spring, it means Im getting winter, and Im not ready for that yet!
    You are so ingenious with your clever touches, the lawnmower, the deckchair, the washing line. I love it.

    cheers
    Fi

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  8. This is great! Love the little deck chair.

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  9. You always make me smile when I see your work. Thanks!

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  10. Oh gorgeous goodies
    Julie xxxxxxxx

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  11. no doubt – I can feel it (Spring)! very lovely! warm greetings from France!

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  12. Everything you make is just fabulous! Such creative ideas. Thank you for the continued inspiration.

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  13. Your beautiful work took me to your blog. So now you have a new follower here and in FB.
    Regards from Spain

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  14. Hi Kirsty, i love the beach hut wardrobe blue and white are you able to make me one please? thanks Jo

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