Horses and Strawberries...

Merlin is described as a 'spoiled brat' by my stable yard owner (thanks Trev!) but is so loved that he is hand-fed fresh strawberries on a regular basis.
Telling someone their horse is a spoiled brat is a bit like telling someone that their child is a wild beast. Still, I can see why someone might get that impression. I don't know if feeding a horse strawberries can be counted as spoiling when Emma feeds her horses After Eight Mints.

I carry your heart....

A wild few weeks of work have passed by, working on lots of commissions and also sourcing new stock. I went to a fabulous trade show where as a bonus I managed to get some summer, and picked up some fab stones and metals...I am also still working on my new stock for the new tiara site.

Below is a beautiful poem by E.E. Cummings - it reminds me what love is.
Give it to the person whose heart you love.

Crowned...

Phew - nearly a whole month gone by - where does the time go? Hasn't it been lovely to see sunshine the past week?

I am working on a new range of Tiaras and Garters - shown here is my latest crown - Lauren, which is made with Swarovski pearls and crystal, gold-plated wire and a handmade band and Murano glass. 
I am up to my ears in ribbon and lace, which is lots of fun. I have some fresh vintage items and a new earring selection to go on the site soon -its worth mentioning that I am now offering various options for non-pierced earrings.
My treatment for my RA is progressing slowly...now coming up to the 4th infusion of the mystery drug; next month I find out whether I am on a placebo and I can decide decisions whether to change meds.

Clearance Section

New section, 'Clearance' added to the site; ends of collections and stuff I want to clear for new are in this section- hope you;ll find something you want! http://www.slcdesigns.co.uk/

Excuses Excuses

I have a zillion excuses and lots seems to have happened since March since I last wrote - its been busy, I am working on new jewellery and tiara collections. Attended some business-related courses and have seen progress with my health - am on a drug trial drug, but may be on a placebo - overall I have been better, and I have been  networking with small business owners.

Merlin is fine - he's enjoying the warm weather, today I gave him a cold bath and he appreciated that a lot.

21st March - One of those Birthdays....

My "..0th" birthday - my parents and brothers commissioned a painting by the artist Shano in the USA of Merlin and I as an extra special present and I love it! (its one of those birthdays finishing with a large 'zero'....

Its hanging in my studio so I can see it all the time. Shano was brilliant to work with (http://www.shano-studio.com/); her style is so quirky and gorgeous....this was such a fab present and I will treasure it always.