Okay - there was snow, then there was more snow, then there was the big freeze, then there was ice, then there was freezing fog followed by more ice and then more snow. I loved it, then I grew indifferent, then I hated it, loathed it and have now come to accept it. So in order to embrace my inner ice queen I have chosen for Folksy Friday to show some of my favourite icy, snowy, pure as the driven slush (actually whiter than that!) creations available for sale in the wonderful Folksy shops this week! Please take a look yourself, I could only showcase a handful of the lovely items to be found. Browsing will always pay off at Folksy and is never time wasted!

First up is a little bird made by me, yes, that's right it's one of Clootielugs own! Well a bit of self-promotion never hurt anyone!






I think these are really pretty and could be used is many different ways...crocheted by Lovesagoodyarn









Next I've chosen this quirky necklace by Deer Little Fawn, good enough for Snow White herself!








I love this picture! Tiny sized ACEOs are proving really popular and quite collectable at the moment. Its a great way of buying very affordable original art and prints. This one is by Audrey's Art, a super talented artist!









These will light up the darkest corner! A beautiful handmade string of 10 glass fairy lights each sprinkled with a snow effect glass dust. Just magical! By Red Brick Glass








My final choice for this week is this totally flamboyant,gorgeous,flippant,decadent snow white delight! Who could resist? Created by The Crafty Bride.

HAPPY NEW YEAR! I've not presented a Folksy Friday for some time as I spent the last 2 months gearing up for various craft events and markets...well worth it in the end and I'm ready to hit the ground running in 2011. Not too fast however, not after all those mince pies and the icy weather is making running a bit of a fools errand for the time being. So a gentle jog may be more sensible and on that note here's a selection of what folksy has to offer in January 2011 for those whose New Year resolution may be to get more active...once the nicer weather arrives of course!

First up is this luscious bag to carry all your gymtastic bits in. Made by Loulabelle and with a handy inner zipped pocket,at least you're guaranteed to look glamorous going into the gym!








I love the colour of these hiking gaiters! It's little gems like these that might actually persuade me to get moving! Crocheted by Lemonade and Lemingtons they look super cosy too!








These iphone pouches come in lovely colours especially spring-like I think. I love the fact they come with a clip attached, all ready to go! Find them at Funky Diva Designs.









I love the liberty print fabric Nostalgia Knits has used to create this bag to store or carry your yoga mat. Mind you I'm not sure even wild horses would get me into the lotus position these days!








If this doesn't persuade you to get your dancing shoes on I don't know what will! A swirling, twirling gorgeous red skirt by Fashion Couture. Makes me think of a beautiful gypsy dancing around the embers of a camp-fire...maybe that's just me, but you have to admit it's a thing of great beauty!









And lastly for those of you who feel I've been a little over enthusiastic with my talk of get up and go, how about this fun pendant from Funky Pendants? Made from a reused scrabble tile, I like its honesty!

I've missed a couple of weeks having been otherwise occupied with making tons and tons of stock for upcoming fairs and sales...that, and the school holidays and the corresponding chauffeur duties! Still, I'm here now and it is Friday once more. So what to do but.... FOLKSY FRIDAY!!
This week I've drawn inspiration for my chosen theme from my younger daughter. When she was very young (two, I think) she was quite upset one bedtime. I asked her what was wrong and she turned to me with teary eyes and said " I don't think I have any friends," I reassured her she had plenty of friends and named a few..but she was still very sad, so I asked her why she thought she had no friends and she replied "I think it must be because I'm so terribly tiny..."

Needless to say is a happy teenager these days with a buzzing social life..oh, and she's not so tiny anymore either!
So...this weeks FF is going to be centred around the theme of 'tiny' and in particular 'tiny boxes'..have a look and see what I've found...


this is adorable don't you agree? 'Icy' the miniature pony complete with accessories from Ellies Treasures






Alix Swan is a recent find of mine - her beautiful miniature books and stories are completely enchanting!






What a lovely unusual idea from Sepia Smiles! I can't think of a sweeter way of getting your message across!






I love this charming paper doll with her delicious wardrobe and WAG ambitions! From the immensely creative WonkyGiraffe





Isn't this wonderful? It really fires the imagination as to the origins of these teeny objects and the little case is just perfect! From comedaygoday





Grandma's Miniature Market is a wonderland of tiny produce and foodstuffs. Everything a dolly Michelin chef could ever need! And some lovely cakes too!

Welcome to another Folksy Friday. With the turn in the weather and onset here in Fife of much wind and rain I thought I'd pay homage to the great British weather with a selection of my favourite weather inspired creations to be found at Folksy, I hope you like them as much as I do...

I spotted this card which made me smile, it's maker, Champignon has found a positive approach to the wet stuff!..











I love this bag, made by Gingham Square,I think the image is really sweet and at 13" x 10" a really practical size too..






Dollyknits have so many gorgeous chunky knits it was challenging to pick just one to feature, in the end I've plumped for this cowl.I love the colour and just know how cosy it would be!







This stunning corsage from Mud Puppy (great name, don't you think?) would brighten any day...and after all, we can all be someone's sunshine regardless of the weather!





I love the work of HiddenEloise. I have chosen this particular print today because of the title; "The girl with the six button red coat who hated skiing". We may not all ski but we've all felt like this little soul at some time!



Lastly, have a look at seller "Come Rain or Shine" whose entire shop is devoted to weather! I think this piece seems very appropriate, as, in the words of Crowded House, the great British weather really can be (and often is) four seasons in one day!!

This week I have been captivated by the beautiful embroidery work on display at Folksy. Choosing just these six was really hard!

I love this cushion by maxemilia.

There are so many more unique designs

in her shop I struggled to pick

just one to feature!









The Glass Mountain Kate Popovski's work is just a joy to behold!
The sweetest little characters depicted
in such glorious detail and simplicity!
View more of her work at her shop

For something quite different but so much fun
you would struggle to find better than this zombie
embroidered notebook
by fiona t

Irresistibly cute! view these and other adorable shoes at BellaBella


Aren't these cupcake pin cushions great? They're by Mitbits and come in a huge range of colours!







And finally, I can't blog about embroidery at Folksy and not mention the work of Lynwoodcrafts,I've chosen a brooch called 'Heather Hills', she manages to capture the texture and light of nature so brilliantly in all her work!

This week I have been captivated by the beautiful embroidery work on display at Folksy. Choosing just these six was really hard!

I love this cushion by maxemilia.

There are so many more unique designs

in her shop I struggled to pick

just one to feature!









The Glass Mountain Kate Popovski's work is just a joy to behold!
The sweetest little characters depicted
in such glorious detail and simplicity!
View more of her work at her shop

For something quite different but so much fun
you would struggle to find better than this zombie
embroidered notebook
by fiona t

Irresistibly cute! view these and other adorable shoes at BellaBella


Aren't these cupcake pin cushions great? They're by Mitbits and come in a huge range of colours!




And finally, I can't blog about embroidery at Folksy and not mention the work of Lynwoodcrafts,I've chosen a brooch called 'Heather Hills', she manages to capture the texture and light of nature so brilliantly in all her work!

I took part in a wonderful day at Craigtoun Park, outside of St Andrews in Fife at the weekend. It was a teddy bears picnic in aid of the charity CLIC Sargent who work to support children who have cancer and their families. I met some great people, made a bit of money and had a lot of fun!
I spent Monday photographing and listing lots of new stock for my shop at Folksy. I've a new range of tealight lantern covers and some tea cosies too!
OH!...a couple new doorstop friends have joined the pack, but quick! They may not hang around too long!