Friday 27 December 2013

Wallace and Gromit knitting patterns

Wallace and Gromit characters

A matter of loaf & death - Piella Bakewell and Fluffles.

The curse of the Were-Rabbit - Lady Tottington,  Victor Quartermaine, Rev Clement Hedges, Hutch, Mr & Mrs Hutch, Mr Growbag.

A close shave - Wendolene, Preston, Shaun

The wrong trousers - Feathers McGraw, Techno Trousers.

A grand day out - Cooker.



Thursday 19 December 2013

1940's British Actress Susan Shaw


Susan shaw was born in 1929 in London England she married twice first to German Actor Albert Lieven then to American actor Bonar Colleano. She starred in the film Pool of London with Colleano who tragically died in a car collision in 1958. Shaw began to drink heavily after his death and she gave their young son to her grandmother to raise. Susan shaw died in 1978 from cirrhosis of the liver.

Susan's film career included to name but a few -  Holiday camp (1947) Here come the Huggetts (1948), Vote for Huggett (1949), The Huggetts abroad (1949), The intruder (1953)  and Carry on Nurse (1959).


Sunday 15 December 2013

Wooden Heart Buttons

I have some of these cute wooden heart buttons now in stock. They are great for Christmas and Valentine's Day projects! They are all priced at just 10p each.
[Please click on the link below the photo to go to the listing for that colour.]

 Magenta
 Soft Red
 Turquoise, Green, Purple
 White
 Red
Cream, Brown

Please note that Love Buttons HQ will be closed on 16 -17 December 2013, but will reopen for business on 18 December.

Posted by Julia of * Love Buttons HQ * Fire Horse Textiles *

Saturday 14 December 2013

Fun for Autism charity auctions

All proceeds go to fun4autism

http://uk.ebid.net/for-sale/hand-made-dog-collars-to-your-animals-neck-size-in-aid-of-fun-for-autism-122947590.htm
The collars are made from 550 paracord and available in 1 or 2 colours and include a D clip and quick release buckle. Before purchase please ask for your  choice of colours and size.


I am a autism parent who makes and sells paracord items in aid of fun4autism this is a local charity that I set up  to raise awareness of autism.

I am also a scout leader in a local scout group and use the items i make time after time in this venture i would not sell any item i have not and will not use myself .

All profits that i make from my sale go directly to fun4autism to help the charity fund fun days, music concerts, childrens play days etc.  I also pass some of the money on to other larger charities nationally.

http://uk.ebid.net/for-sale/hand-made-cat-collars-to-your-animals-neck-size-in-aid-of-fun-for-autism-123094769.htm


These hand crafted paracord childrens charm braclets are made from 1 or 2 colours choices. Please ask for your colour/charm preferences i will also require your childs wrist measurement.


Friday 13 December 2013

Visit my New Store

1980's + new and used  cross stitch charts, knitting patterns, sewing patterns, colourful plastic buttons - more to be listed soon.




Sunday 1 December 2013

Gift Ideas For Vintage Button Fans

Here are some pretty mini collections of vintage buttons. All come attached to a modern card, ready for gift giving. They are sure to make a welcome present for those enjoy sewing, knitting, crafts, button collecting, and all things vintage!
[Please click on the link below the photo to go to the item listing.]

Vintage Button Mini Collection in Pastel Colours, sorry - now sold

Vintage Button Mini Collection in Shades of Brown, £4.00

Vintage Button Mini Collection in Yellow, Pink, Blue etc, sorry - now sold

Vintage Button Mini Collection in Green and Pink, sorry - now sold

These and many other retro, vintage and antique buttons can be found in the Love Buttons HQ Vintage Buttons Section.

Posted by Julia of * Love Buttons HQ * Fire Horse Textiles *