Long time...

I know,I know, it's been a long time..can't make time for lots of things,these days.I've got so much going on lately, my head is about to blow..I'm planning a lot, which is not like me, I'm trying to understand what the next step should be like and..I'm keeping up with some lovely custom orders;All of this just on the top of my everyday life and full time job.I'm not complaining, but I'm feeling the strain,I want more time to create and to look after my site,my blog,my everything..so bear with me, I just love this too much..:)
Anyway, I've made a few things lately, but couldn't even post them, it was too much rushing around.
These three pieces are from this last weekend. I want fun, I'm longing for colours and freshness, for light-hearted things, for joy and romance, for everything that can hit our senses in a positive way.Hard,with some grace, or just joyful, playful and careless.
Here you go, colourful wood and Zchech glass pearls, enjoy it!
xx petitechacal

Weekend with friends

Last weekend I had some time off from crafting and I must say that, if one one hand I missed sitting quietly at home among my beads and chains, on the other hand I really enjoyed just hanging around with friends, care-free.
In all honesty, Saturday it was a half-day off..I met up with my two girlfriends and we had a photo-shoot with my T-shirts and my necklaces...It was so much fun!!!!!!!We also had a BBQ, and we celebrated my birthday,wich had been last week.On Sunday we went to meet a friend who was passing by London for a day or so, and we had a walk along the Regent Canal from the East London side.It was nice.
I haven't listed much lately in my shop, except this pearls and quartz set. I'll list other items soon, but I'm just adjusting my focus on what I want to create,lately. I have ideas, but it takes time to find the supplies you want and to "translate" your ideas into something, sometimes..maybe I'm being too perfectionist, but I'm awaiting for the "perfect moment"and the "perfect idea",sometimes..Anyway,here you go: my friends and my last addition to the shop.. enjoy!
xxpetitechacal

Last necklace

 

My last clay necklace.. I just love it!!I made these beads a while ago but,as usual, I waited to make something with them..you know when you just cherish something, and you are awaiting the.."big occasion"?..well,something like this.
I know this is not the necklace of the year,but I'm happy with it. I love the colour and I just love the way these beads have turned out. The glossy,smooth finish..the swirls,that I love so much..and the lenght ( I love long necklaces!!).
Hope you like it too.The pics don't do it justice, it's much more beautiful when you have it in your hands.
Have a great time!

Fair!

Done!
Yesterday we attended the fair in SE London. It's been drizzling all day, so the weather didn't help get people around.The fair was held in a church and there were about 40 stalls in total, spreading over 2 venues.It's been very quiet,not many people coming along and those who did just had a walk among the stalls..no sales, as far as I could see.Not much, at least..
It's been fun,though!I met 2 fellow crafters from UK handmade and Etsy. The fantastic ladies behind "The Bothered owl"were there (well..only one of them,plus a nice and friendly boyfriend)with their super-cute stuff...and guess what? I made myself happy with a little.."self present"..I got one of their lovely bag,look!!
Isn'it cute??!! I just love,love,love my new bag!!And, in all honesty, I've been staring at their stall for a while, just felt like a kid in front of a stunning,rich sweets' display!Lovely things,really!Want to have a look at their shop?Here you go:http://www.etsy.com/shop/thebotheredowl

And there I also met Lisa, from Craft Outrageous, see her fan page here: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hats-Outrageous/264598436873 .She brought over loads of cute things, and...have a wild guess,again..: I got myself a little, lovely purple flower (shame I can't transfer the pic from my mobile..), that I'll be using in one of my next necklace,so..stay tuned!

Craft Fair in London Saturday 20 March

Here we go..this coming saturday we'll be attending a craft fair in SE London, Forrest Hill area..I don't know much about this fair, except that it's been running for a while,now.
It is called the Misty Moon Craft and Art Fair and it will be held at St Hilda's Hall and the Undercroft..I like the name!We'll be bringing some jewellery, few bits of my home decor, a coule of canvases and maybe some T-shirts too.
If you are in or around London this Saturday..pop-in!!!

Busy weekend...

It was a very,very busy weekend..Lots of going around, as my boyfriend's brother was here and lots of polymer clay..and a couple of necklaces,too..this is my Leaves necklace,made of sterling silver chain,antique silver plated leaf and a gorgeous swarovski leaf pendant.
I'm really tired,but I like when I see results, and I've got some in the last couple of days. Not much, but I'm happy with it,and with the fair approaching..all is good!
I love this necklace, it was in my mind for a while and I'm happy about the way it came out..any thought?
xxx