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Isle of Bute, West Coast of Scotland, United Kingdom
Too old to be a rock chick, so I am the hippy hen! Environmentally and socially conscious, eco aware vegetarian goddess. Human and animal rights activist Against discrimination in all its forms. LGBT Ally. Lover of music, chocolate and crochet.. Womb cancer survivor.

Saturday, 7 December 2024

Support Indie Sellers - Part 5

There are a lot of artists & creative folk here on Bute and most of them only sell locally on the island but a few do sell online so today I'll be sharing some of their work with you.

First up is Bonnie Bling, who I have featured before. She makes laser cut jewellery featuring Scottish slang words & phrases, amongst other things.












Ruth Slater is a contemporary artist.











Ascog Wool is reared and sheared from Shetland, Hebridean, Lleyn-Cheviot, Herdwick & Texel sheep grazed at Ascog Farm on Isle of Bute.












The Bute Woodspoiler is originally from Isle of Wight but now lives here on Isle of Bute.











Isle of Bute Distillery produce small batch craft gin using locally sourced botanicals. 














Last but not least, there is me making beanie hats, scarves & other handmade crochet items. Each item I sell helps pay for the yarn to make other items & the postage costs of sending parcels out to homeless outreach projects around the UK.














Well, I hope you have enjoyed this selection of gift ideas from Isle of Bute.

I'll see you again soon for another round of gift ideas from small independent sellers.

Support Indie Sellers - Part 4

Hello,  I'm back again with another selection of gift ideas from small independent creatives & artists for you to have a look at.

Todays offering is a mixed bags of nice things that just caaught my eye as I was scrolling, so get yourself comfy and lets go!


First up is Samphireglass who creates some stunning items from fused glass. From jewellery to bowls, there is something for all.















Next up is madebymeinyorkshire who loves fabric!













HookinMadHollie is a fellow crocheter

 











TabithaMacbethArt is a freelance artist. 












A seller I have known for some time is Pirate Swag













                                                                                 I'll be back again soon with another selection handmade items for you to check out.                

Saturday, 23 November 2024

Support Indie Sellers At Christmas - Part 2

 Here I am again with another selection of lovely handmade items for you that would make ideal gift ideas or just something nice to treat yourself to.

Are you ready to go?

Storm & Lipstick make some fab earrings. 






Barwise Bath Bombs has a great selection of bathtime treats for you.













The Galloway Fudge Company make more than just fudge!!!















A Touch of Glass has some lovely handmade glass items.














Gothic Fusion  make some lovely jewellery for those who like the dark side!!












That's all from me for now, but I'll be back again in a few days with yet more gift ideas for you from some fab small businesses.

Let's all support independent sellers so please go check out their websites & stores and be sure to check out their social media too.


See you soon.

Friday, 22 November 2024

Support Indie Sellers at Christmas - Part 3

 Hello, it's me again with another selection of gift ideas for you - well actually this selection is more for your 4 legged furry friends as today I'm looking at dog & pet gifts.

First up is CrazyFurYou run by the lovely Naty who makes personalised pet dishes, biscuit barrels etc.












If you have a dog that likes to look his/her best then SnootsAndScraps has some lovely doggie bandanas.















Crazy Knitting Cat Lady has some lovely knitted items for your feline friend. 














I hope you like these feline & canine gift selections.

I'll be back again soon with another selection of handmade gift ideas from yet more #IndieSellers.