I'm not the most artistic person in the world, however even I could handle the first challenge. We were taught how to cover journals in pretty Laura Ashley prints and then personalise them with our own style. I made mine for my mum who was rather chuffed.
Posing with Nicole, Emily and Dulcie
What I'm wearing... Crop: New Look - Trousers: Oasis - Duster: F&F - Hat & Necklace: Next
Our second crafty challenge required a bit more skill as we made Suffolk puffs and I miniature birdcage hair slide! I can't even sew a button on (luckily for me, Sam is very domesticated), so Emily had to help me through this one but I got there in the end. I was happy with the results and although I don't think it's something I'd actually wear myself, I've put it down as a was a great life lesson.
I absolutely adore Laura Ashley, some of my favourite homeware pieces are from them. I've also been featured on their blog twice recently, so it was nice to work with them on a slightly different project! We were also given cute goody bags with the nicest handwash on he planet!
Are you crafty? Do you like Laura Ashley's prints?
T - Bristol blogs RULE.
Ooh, this reminds me of backing books in school only a lot more stylish! Good luck with your new job, here's hoping that you'll really love it! xxx
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like my kind of event! I love all of the journals, they look great :) for some reason, I've never associated Laura Ashley and crafts? I have a scrapbook so maybe I should investigate this shop! xxx
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Ahhh this is so cool, can't believe I missed this I love making book covers and things :) Congrats on the new job too <3
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That looks like so much fun! Backing books just reminds of having to back my secondary school school books in wallpaper way back when.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the new job! and good luck with it.
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This looks like SO much fun! Quite different to the usual events too. Congrats and good luck with the new job too, sounds so exciting! x
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What a fun day! I love getting crafty!! Good luck and congrats with the new job! That's so exciting!
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The workshop sounds fun! And tbh, I really love the bags ^^
ReplyDeleteLaura Ashley has the cutest prints and loving the journals you all made. Way too cute. Sounds like the perfect little brand experience!!
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This event looks so awesome – seeing you lot together makes me miss Bristol bloggers so bad! Congrats on your new job, looking forward to reading more about it :) x
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