A beautiful handcrafted floral fused glass necklace. Lovely botanical inspired fused glass and murrini glass pendant. A lovely gift idea. #mothersday #gifitideas #etsy samphireglass.etsy.com/listing/4444...

Morning! This pretty owl themed keyring has been sewn by hand from mixed fabrics and decorated with trims, stitching and embellishments. A truly unique little gift idea. elliestreasures.square.site/s/shop #UKGiftHour #UKGiftAM #MothersDay

Beautiful shimmering and sparkling gold to orange dichroic glass necklace. Lovely colours to this handcrafted pendant. #ukgiftam #ukgifthour #giftideas samphireglass.etsy.com/listing/4345...

There was a choir practicing in the chapter house today, so I sat in there for two hours sketching the scene

This day can be yours, But you cannot return it, Best to spend it all. #haikuchallenge yours

"Nadine and the Unexpected Spa Day Companion," drawn in February 2024 and an appropriate nod to the rain we're getting in southern Michigan these days. It's also the cover artwork of my 2026 calendar, which is currently on sale for 20% off! zinnart.com/products/str...

Send a fun little gift to a crafty friend - all my patterns are available printed in a smart folder for gift-giving. littleconkers.co.uk/shop/fruit-g... #CrochetGift #CrochetPattern

These three cuties are coming along nicely - they’re nearly ready for their embellishments. Which is your favourite so far? 🦊🐇🦔 #handsewn #smallbusiness

Fridge magnets coming for preorder later today 🐇✨️

The spring weather and glorious sunshine have brought out all the ladybirds in my garden. These little insects are the inspiration behind my ladybird themed brooch. elliestreasures.square.site/product/lady... Unique hand sewn accessories - pretty little gift ideas. #smallbusiness #handsewn

Beautiful artwork.

Beautiful and striking hand sewn horse brooch inspired by the Lunar/Chinese New Year of the Fire Horse. Perfect for adding unique decoration to outfits and jackets. elliestreasures.square.site/product/hors... #UKGiftHour #UKGiftAM #uniquegifts

Gorgeous review from a fellow Folksy creative, who bought one of my “Lunar Cat Dreaming” ornaments last weekend! Find it here: folksy.com/find/item/85... & here: tabithamacbethart.etsy.com/listing/4412... #UKGiftHour #UKGiftAM #caturday #Craftbizparty #folksy

Here’s a recent watercolor painting of a hummingbird and flower available as prints and merch. Cheers! Natureartstore.com • artnaturestore.redbubble.com • teepublic.com/user/natureartstore • Fine Art America: shorturl.at/C34D3 #fineart #natureart #watercolor #wildlifeart #hummingbird #birdart #birds

A unique sea themed fused glass necklace. Wonderful washes of blue and white within this handcrafted glass pendant. #etsy #giftideas #shopindie samphireglass.etsy.com/listing/1738...

Sunshine's disappeared, so I'm back in my sewing room with a blanket over my legs, feeling very cosy. Here's a little splash of sunshine to brighten your day 💛🦉- it's available to purchase from my online store ☺️. elliestreasures.square.site/product/owl-... #handmadegifts #smallbusiness #naturelover

Another hint at What Do You Think I’ve Been Making?… #mhhsbd #craftbizparty

Something tiny for your afternoon. Tisha Mark ©2026, Soft Peaceful Sunset No. 2602, oil on Arches oil paper, 3"x3" Original is available: tishamark.com/product/soft... #art #painting #SciArt #bsnm #ArtSky

“This was the most unique party favour we’ve ever given out — the kids were OBSESSED!” 💚 – Laura, mum of 2 Looking for something different from plastic toys? Let them grow their own peas 🌱 Shop here → plantletculture.etsy.com #MumLife #PartyPlanning #KidsPartyIdeas

#photography Horseshoe Lake, Halle.

Mr Fox. #watercolour

These unique greetings cards are so pretty. Perfect for #MothersDay and #Easter.

Sent some little art babies on the way to their new homes this morning!

Three newbies on the sewing table, each one inspired by nature. I’m definitely feeling the springtime vibes at the mo 😊🧵🪡 (One of the newbies will be a fox brooch @debbienicwood.bsky.social 👍🦊)

Bonus, even when you can’t give yourself a gift, treat something you already have like it’s a new gift 🙂

Something I note in this podcast episode btw is that elephants, like cats, are sensitive to barometric changes. Which is why elephants get the zoomies sometimes too. Of course elephants are less suitable for maritime work. Which is why you tended to get ship's cats rather than ship's elephants.

‘Moonlit Meadow’, 20x20cm oil on canvas, £230. Available here www.charlottestrawbridge.co.uk/product-page/moonlit-meadow 💙 #Hare #MoonGazingHare #MoonlitMeadow

Happy Sunday.

Patchwork cat silhouette made from textile waste. #Cats

I have a selection of pretty hand sewn accessories available at Ellie’s Treasures online, each has been designed to be a delightful gift or treat. elliestreasures.square.site/s/shop #UKGiftHour #UKGiftAM #MothersDay

Not sure it was intentional but every #Sunday is a #stunday if you look at what #shopindie creatives like @mormorjan.bsky.social can offer in the way of #giftideas 🙂 😍 #UKKGiftHour #UKGiftAM

Such an elegant piece by @samphireglass.bsky.social #UKGifthour

If you want a bit of 'me time' away from your busy routines - or to share some wellness as #giftideas - do it the #shopindie way with @naturaemporium.bsky.social 😍 #UKKGiftHour #UKGiftAM

Jennifer - this is her “is it tea time” wide-eyed and hopeful look ♥️ #Caturday

That rich red felt and the hand stitched detail really make the horse stand out, full of texture and character. 🐎❤️ #UKGiftHour

It's the Year of the Horse - a symbol of forward movement, independence and endurance - qualities you'll always find with #shopindie creatives like @elliestreasures.bsky.social Plus originality and value for money, of course 🤗 #UKGiftHour #UKGiftAM #giftideas

Such a beauty! 🧡

Striking hand sewn horse statement brooch in deep red. Embellished with colourful trims, stitching & tiny embellishments. A beautiful accessory to decorate outfits & coats, this brooch is perfect for celebrating the Lunar New Year. elliestreasures.square.site/s/shop #shopindie #UKGiftHour #UKGiftAM

The garden is beckoning today ... looks like the weather may play ball. I'm loving the little hints of spring - they are a very welcome sight. elliestreasures.square.site/s/shop Hand sewn white blossom tree bag charm/key clip in lavender mauve. #MothersDayGift #giftideas #handmadegifts

In case there's no blue sky where you are (it's all grey here again☁️), how about some birds and a cheerful bright blue to help us all daydream of brighter days 💙 sarahrobinsondesigns.etsy.com/listing/4456...

Flare days aren’t dramatic. They’re quiet calculations. What can I do. What must wait. What will it cost tomorrow? That’s the part people don’t always see. Thank you for sharing this. 💜 #Flareability

This elegant stretching cat charm keyring would make a truly beautiful and unique gift idea for Mother's Day! Purrfect gift for cat lovers too! Hand sewn from mixed fabrics with trims and tiny embellishments. elliestreasures.square.site/product/cat-... #MothersDay #shopindie

New in my Folksy - Shell and copper bracelet, in the hope that summer will one day arrive..... The focal bead is Shiva Eye Shell - a beautiful piece of natural geometry. 👁 Shiva Eye Shell bracelet, £13 including postage within mainland UK. folksy.com/find/item/86...

The Catalogue for my exhibition in March at Harry Moore- Gwyn arrived today

‪ In the rather unlikely event that you are eager to know more about what I'm up to, check out my relaunched website www.nicolettejones.com for books, blog, bio, events and gallery. Many thanks to those who can be bothered. This photo shows me dipping George Eliot's pen. @rsliterature.bsky.social

18th February, daily stitching marking the passage of time #intuitivedailystitching #textileart #embroidery #stitchjournal

Celebrating the Lunar/Chinese New Year with my latest, colourful brooch - the Fire Horse. I've pulled together as many of the traditional element colours as possible, with sparkle and flowing fibres for texture. elliestreasures.square.site/product/hors... #chinesenewyear #lunarnewyear #firehorse

a reminder that I have a ✨sale✨ on my website at the moment - 15% off all linoprints - & am packing up and sending orders now so if you want yours this week get a wriggle on! shop.frankduffy.co.uk #witchsky