1. Grey Rabbit Face Egg Cup, £10.95 from Liberty.
2. Hand shadow rabbit ring, £10 from Howkapow (free UK delivery).
3. Plus D Picnica rabbit shopping bag in orange or black, AU$44, from Top 3 by Design.
4. Kissing Rabbits picnic blanket, £36, from Rose and Grey.
5. Paul Smith navy rabbit and spot silk tie, £68.75 from Liberty.
6. Rabbit no. 0031 original signed fine art photograph, US$30 from Kari Herer Photography’s Etsy shop.
7. Bernstock Speirs Bunny Cap, £45 from Tattty Devine.
8. Felt rabbit fascinator, US$235, from Lizzie Pearce’s Etsy shop.
9. 24 edible chocolate candy bunnies, US$72 from Andie’s Specialty Sweet’s Etsy shop.
10. Lovely little blue shy bunny with faded floral vintage illustrated plate, US$30 from The Storybook Rabbit’s Etsy shop.
After some edible Easter goodies? Check out the five new things I’m loving for Easter this year.
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I’m actually a bit embarrassed that I’ve never mentioned Matt Sewell before on Wee Birdy. It’s a disgrace, really, considering that this British artist, like me, has been posting a “Bird of the Week” on his blog for the past few years. The only difference is that Matt’s birds are his very own watercolours. His passion for bird-watching is apparent throughout his quirky art, and his birds are infused with delightful details and character quirks.
So I was beyond delighted to discover this gorgeous new range of wooden birds he’s made exclusively for the sublime V&A shop. (Bravo to the V&A Shop, too, for snapping up this talented artist for their spring/summer 2012 collection.) Each bird is handmade and painted by Matt, and was inspired by the V&A’s archives. Little Owl, for instance, was based on an etching from the earliest hand-coloured book of English birds, The Natural History of Birds by Eleazar Albin (1731-8).
Matt’s sweet stylised versions are made using reclaimed wood and FSC accredited pine, and come packaged in a hand-printed nesting box. Swoooon.
I want them all, but if I had to choose one, I couldn’t go past the lovely little Strawberry Thief, who comes with his very own strawberry. Which one would you choose?
Top, ‘Strawberry Thief’ Wooden Bird by Matt Sewell, £85, from the V&A Shop.
Bottom left, ‘Little Owl’ Wooden Bird by Matt Sewell, £85, from the V&A Shop.
Bottom right, ‘Nuthatch’ Wooden Bird by Matt Sewell, £85, from the V&A Shop.
Click here to read my full review about the V&A Shop.
I’m back with more wee tokens of love for February 14 – or any time of the year, really…
Top row, from left to right:
Karin Akesson ‘Love is all you need’ print, £20 from A Little Bit of Art.
Blanca Gomez ‘Enamorado’ temporary tattoo, US$5, from Tattly.
I Heart U hankie in red by Mr PS, £5 from Mr PS.
Second row, from left to right:
Prints Charming tights in Queen of Hearts, US$25 from Yes Natalie’s Etsy shop.
‘You’re all sorts of lovely’ tea towel, US$20 from Able and Game’s Etsy shop.
The Heart tenor ukulele, made to order, US$520, from Celentano Woodworks’ Etsy shop.
Third row, from left to right:
Mini Heartlette Crown, US$40, by Giant Dwarf’s Etsy shop.
Letterpress ‘love u’ die cut card, US$4, by Blackbird Letterpress.
Set of 20 ‘You’re All Sorts of Lovely’ notecards, US$22, from Able and Game’s Etsy shop.
Fourth row, from left to right:
Love brooch by Gemma Jones, US$29, from Paintergirl’s Etsy shop.
Valentine’s Day pack of 10 postcards, US$10, from Rifle Paper Co.
Limited edition ‘Love you the longest of time’ print, AU$45, from Bespoke Press.
You know how Withnail went on holiday by mistake? Well I’ve gone to town on Valentine’s Day – by mistake. I didn’t mean to find so many lovely things. But I did, and I’m afraid I’m going to have to share them with you over the next few days.
So if Valentine’s Day makes you want to vom a little bit, may I suggest that you view my sweet tokens of love as just that – little things that make me smile, and may in fact make the object of your affection (or best mate) smile a little bit, too. Otherwise just close your eyes, grit your teeth, and it will all be over soon.
Top row, from left to right:
Yeti Time letterpress card, US$4.50, by Hello!Lucky.
LOVE GIRL gocco print by Gemma Jones, US$29 from Paintergirl’s Etsy shop.
Mint Arrow Valentine paper-cut note card, US$5 by Ashley Pahl.
Second row, from left to right:
Punchline ‘Kisses’ card, AU$4.50 from Upon a Fold.
1/100 Paper Model Set No.11 Cherry Blossom by Terada Mokei, AU$23.95 from Upon a fold.
Letterpress Valentine Bear Hug card, US$6 by Blackbird Letterpress.
Third row, from left to right:
Cross my heart yoyo in blush pink, US$12 by Something’s Hiding in Here.
‘You’re just peaches and cream’ letterpress card, AU$6, from Bespoke Press.
Enamored pencil set, US$11 from Paper Pastries.
Hurrah for Aussie Home Beautiful! Wee Birdy scored a lovely mention in their rather gorgeous January 2012 issue, which is on sale now. Here’s what they had to say (hello to Mr Bazaar, too!):
The January issue is packed with beautiful rooms and inspirational homes, including an excellent feature on current interiors trends. Have a look at their vibrant take on the neon trend (below).
The embroidered felt and linen artwork by Rachel Castle works a treat in this room, and I love the hand-stitched ‘Kantha’ quilt sitting on the orange Eames chair (from Chee Soon & Fitzgerald). I’ve also got my eye on the beautiful Vitra ‘Albula’ oak coffee table. While I adore my ’60s Parker coffee table there’s no denying the beauty of Vitra’s soft organic form and the pop of Scandi-style freshness from the white-on-oak tabletop. Absolutely covetable.
Have you discovered Sydney-based online shop Upon a Fold yet?
It’s like a cabinet of curiosities for all things folded (ie. paper and fabric), and the immaculately curated online shop sources all manner of rare papery delights. Right now there is a wonderful collection of Christmas cards and wrap, including the exquisite deer papercut cards by Japanese artist, Ayame Kikuc (top). Each card, AU$14 is carefully handmade and the fanciful antlers portray the changing seasons.
Then there is the hand-dyed Christmas-themed cotton tenugui, AU$27.50 by Kyoto-based artist Mihoko Seki. It would make a wonderful wrap for an extra-special present – and a bonus table runner/wall hanging!
I’ve also got my eye on these charmingly-illustrated gift tags by the US-based Rifle Paper Co. They are AU$12.95 for a pack of 10.
And these miniature Christmas paper pockets were inspired by early 1950s Japanese Chiyogami patterns, and are perfect for tiny presents. They are AU$6.90 for a set of five.
But it’s not all gift wrap and greetings cards – Upon a Fold is also a wonderful online source for unique presents for design-minded folk. Think paper vases, miniature paper models and pop-up coasters. Tricky Christmas presents sorted!
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