Now something for the men in our lives...

I do feel the gents can get a bit left out, so I thought I would have a look through all your lovely items and see if I could find great mens and unisex goodies that would make great gifts for the ones we love the most.




This is one of mine (blatant promotion!) A gorgeous Korite Matrix Opal Cabochon, set into a Sterling Silver cast ring mount in a signet ring style. Really unusual and would make a lvely gift for the man who likes jewellery that is a little different, but on classic lines.



This fantastic Heamalike and Red Tigers Eye Stretch Bracelet would look fabulous on anyone - great for the teenager you just don't know what to buy for. Find it in UniqueBeadedGems exciting shop - lots of wonderful creations there to tempt you!


I don't know of a gent that wouldn't like a more comfortable shave - maybe this would make the perfect gift for the man in your life. Using gorgeous natural ingredients, This will keep his skin baby soft. Pop by Soapure for more wonderful bathtime treats.




Winter is on its way and what chap who wants to look his best but keep warm, wouldn't like this scarf by Woolly Lakes? Knitted in a super soft and warm wool, acrylic and alpaca mix, you are sure to win some brownie points with this one - pop over to her shop for some more wonderful knits.



How about this for the F1 Fan in your life? NiftyKnits fantastic F1 Fan Meercat should bring a smile on his face. Have a look in her shop for more fantastic knitted meercats and other gorgeous creatures. Such fun!


How about this stunning Ammonite, crafted in Copper? GelertDesign has some absolutely wonderful pieces in his shop, including Celtic inspired plaques and tealight holders in a range of materials including copper, bronze and aluminium. A real treat for anyone.

I hope some of these wonderful Folksters items have inspired you. Please have a look in their shops as they have so many wonderful items that would great gift ideas for the man in your life.

Happy shopping!

Jacqueline x

In need of a little TLC?

I thought I would write my long awaited blog about those of us with family or friends who have mobility problems, dexterity issues or for those of us in need of just a bit of TLC (most of us then!)

I started a thread in the Forums to ask all of you out in Folksy Land to show me what they have in their shops and I have decided to feature all of you who responded....
Pampering hand cream by Briallen - the perfect gift for anyone not feeling on top of the world. Her shop boasts gorgeous hand made soaps, creams and bath soaks, all made with natural ingredients. Pure indulgence.

Stunning jewellery, all with healing properties by MysticsRealm. This necklace, featuring Jasper &Turquoise would be perfect for all of us who want to feel pampered with the added benefit of healing. Please see her shop for more beautiful jewellery.


Beautiful Lavender and Rose perfumed candle by Planteventsdirect. Handmade and hand perfumed with natural essential oils - the most lovely treat for your senses. Please visit her shop for more candles and craft supplies goodies. Who wouldn't want this beautiful throw over their knees on a cold winters day? The perfect snuggler. Visit Helenjanesdesigns shop for more wonderful textile crafts - will you be able to resist???
If you are feeling chilly, what could be more perfect than this super warm Autumnal shawl, in gnomead's shop, Woolly Lakes? Great for days in or sitting out in the autumn. Lots more wonderful makes in her shop - please take a look.

How could this card fail to cheer up anyone? Wonderfully hand painted cards, vases and glass ornaments can be found at Clare's Creations shop. Stock up now for Christmas! Her ornaments are divine!

What fun! You couldn't feel low with one of these pendants to keep you company. Pop over to Angel Beads to see if she still has any of these lovely Giraffes in stock - I think you may have to be quick!


This wonderful Key Fob was handmade by Dave of Daven. It was made with arthritic hands in mind, but due to its larger size, it would be a great gift for the visually impaired too. Take a look at his shop for more fantastic wooden gifts.

This is one of my bracelet designs (blatant Promotion here!) It features Black Onyx, Sponge Coral and Carnelian gems, strung onto elastic, to make a comfortable bracelet that is easy for most people to take on and off. Great for those of us who have visual problems or dexterity issues too.

This Blue Coral Sterling Silver Necklace (another one of my designs - promote, promote, promote!) has a strong magnetic clasp closure. Perfect for those of us who struggle with fiddly clasps or who may be in a rush in the morning. Great too for those of us who just can not wear jewellery any more because we can not put it on for ourselves.

I do a lot of commission work, converting existing jewellery pieces for customers with dexterity or visual problems. If you would like to discuss any work to be carried out, do please PM me.

Last but not least, I would like to feature this lovely necklace by Maxine Veronica - unfortunately, I couldn't get the picture into the blog! Its long BoHo style and 38 inch length makes it the perfect gift for instant glamour - just slip it over your head and you are ready to go!

Here is the link http://www.folksy.com/items/531977-Long-BoHo-Chic-Shell-Necklace?shop=yes

Thank you to all of you who contributed to this blog - I just hope all the links work!

Jacqueline x

A Day on the Farm

We had a lovely afternoon at the farm park, feeding goats, being harrassed by peacocks, sliding down large and scary helter-skelters and eating too much ice cream! The sun shone and most importantly, I had a day off work!!

Spending quality time with my boys and lovely husband was wonderful. I felt I just had to let you know how lovely the simple pleasures in life can be! My boys love feeding the 'licky goats' who gently lick the grain (well a mix of grain that looks a bit like alpen but I wouldn't be tempted to add the milk)

All of todays experiences have drawn me to write a late blog about farms and to feature some of your gorgeous creations.

(Sorry the links don't work well/at all - I kept getting the 500 internal server error thing comming up whilst writing this!)





My first listing is from my own shop, www.jaustenjewellerydesign.folksy.com
Nothing to do with farms, but I love the Labradorite gemstone featured in this necklace!



My second is this Pig Pendant by Kettle of Fish - stunning and unusual items in her shop - just gorgeous.



My Third is by Konnie Kapow - well drawn by her husband - a very tallented sketch artist by the looks of these fantastic sheep pen and ink note cards. Do take the time to have a look in her shop - it is great!




My fourth choice are these gorgeous hen earrings by Fairly Girly - her shop is full of wonderful jewellery - something for everyone.





Last but not least is this ultra cute brooch by Lynwood Crafts. Her shop boasts a gorgeous display of felted, knitted and embroidered items, including jewellery, purses, stoles and much more. Her work is stunning, so please take a look.

I hope you will take the time to have a look at the work of these very talented folk - sorry about the lack of links here. They all have stunning, individual items, perfect as gifts to very special people or as treats to yourself!

Jacqueline x

Fancy a Cuppa???

Good morning every one! I thought I would try the impossible and create a blog two days in a row! The thought was so exhausting that I thought I should have a cuppa to calm my nerves - the idea for the blog was born!

I didn't know if anyone would have any items that featured the wonderful brew, but I should have known you creative Folksters would have had the idea before me!

Unfortunately, I don't have anything tea related in my shop, but I thought this might look nice on your hand as you are stirring in the milk and sugar. A ruby ring is always the proper thing to wear whilst having a cuppa. ( I got permission to add one of my items to the blog from several Folksters yesterday, so I don't feel as guilty today about doing it!)

This super duper tea cosy is by Felted With Love. The shop has some great, fun tea cosys and bags. Perfect to protect your precious brew. Please click on the photo for a link to the item in the shop.

This fab print is by Nikki Made. Take a look at her shop for lots of tea related items - obviously another Folkter who truly appreciates the importance of a good cuppa. Please click on the photo for a link to the item in her shop.

Last but not least is this gorgeous card, created by Little Bird Too. The perfect card for all tea lovers. The shop is filled with beautiful cards, many featuring little cartoon birds! Brillient!

Please click on the photo for a link to the item in the shop.

I hope you like the blog - only thing left to do now is to put the kettle on!

Any one fancy a cup?

Jacqueline x

Turquoise Tastic!

On such a beautiful summers day, looking up at the sky, I thought how lovely and turquoise it was... inspiration for my long awaited blog!

This is one of my items in my shop - a little self indulgent I know, but I thought I would show you anyway!

This stunning faceted blue pendant is by Owl on the Sill - handmade Jewellery. Please click on the picture to link to this lovely shop. Full of gorgeous creations. So tempting!

This superb Turquoise Donut is by Snow Queen Trinkets - please click on the picture to find a link to the shop. The shop has wonderful cufflinks in amazing colours, cards, jewellery and more.

This beautiful, simply bezel set Turquoise ring is handmade by Scape - please click on the picture to find a link to her shop. Scape has stunning simple jewellery designs, handmade in her workshop which show off the gems perfectly.

I hope youwill all agree that these items are simply gorgeous.

Jacqueline x

A Dull Weather Cheer up!

Hello all,

I am fed up with this dull weather - especially bad for taking photos of our crafty creations, so I thought I would look around and find some lovely, bright folksy items to bring out the sunshine!

Here are a few of my favourites that I have found - I hope you will like my selection:

http://www.folksy.com/items/428841

http://www.folksy.com/items/336881

http://www.folksy.com/items/276949

http://www.folksy.com/items/195702

http://www.folksy.com/items/564085

I thought I might be cheeky and pop one of mine in there too - just so you can have a little look!

http://www.folksy.com/558385

And FANTASTIC NEWS!!!! I have made my first sale!!!!

A great day after all! Thank you!!!!!

Jacqueline x

Item I loved the most today!

I thought I should write a little blog for today and thought I would keep it simple! I have been listing a few items in my shop and have been on the forums an awful lot! I have also added some pieces to Craft Juice and made sure I voted for as many of you as possible! I think I have listed 4 items today as part of the June Loons bunch, so I have been quite busy....

However, not too busy to shop at Spotty n Stripy, where I bought two fantastic Fathers Day cards. One of these will be going off to Cyprus very soon!

http://www.folksy.com/items/543445-Fathers-Day-Card-To -A-Great-Dad?Shop=yes

I also had the chance to have a look at some of the other goodies you have listed and my favourite was this one:

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I love the colours!

Jacqueline x