A special card for a very special lady

Just a gentle reminder that Sunday 30^th March is Mothering Sunday.  This year will be extra-special for our family although I very much doubt that my gorgeous new grand-son will have mastered the art of writing cards just yet! 

For that extra-special touch, I can personalise any of the Tigerlily Makes greeting cards so that your mum (or grand-mother) has something truly unique to them.  What better way to make them feel special and cherished.

I’ll leave you with this lovely quote from Robbie Williams:  “I couldn't live without my music, man. Or me mum”. 

  

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Design @44 – Hand-crafted designs in the heart of Derby

A very exciting week ahead here at Tigerlily Towers, gearing up for the re-opening of Design @ 44 in the heart of the atmospheric Sadler Gate in Derby on Monday 10th March  

Tigerlily Makes will be joining with a collection of carefully selected Midlands-based designers to bring a unique shopping experience, which will have home wares, gifts and beautiful hand-made items for sale.

Design @44 will be stocking my new range of character egg cosies, hand-felted slippers and booties, vessels, bags and 3D needle felted sculptures, as well as a range of Tigerlily Makes greetings cards and needle felted accessories.   Look out too for some new characters who will be making their debut with my Spring/Summer design collections.

It’s all very exciting, and we can’t wait to be a part of the Design @44 team.

 Mr & Mrs Von Tweetling Needle Felted Wedding Cake Toppers

Available online to order or at Design @ 44 Sadler Gate Derby

Copyright Lisa Marie Olson Tigerlily Makes

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It’s Back! Ten Reasons Why We Love The Great British Bake Off

Good morning!  Were you one of the millions, glued to the TV at 8pm last night for the return of The Great British Bake Off?  What is it that makes this programme such a success?  Here’s our Top Ten Reasons to love TGBBO.

 

1.       Mary Berry.  A real national treasure and what Mary doesn’t know about baking, frankly isn’t worth knowing!

2.       Who can fail to withhold a titter every time “soggy bottoms” get a mention!?

3.       It’s so very English! Baking in a marquee, often with the rain battering the canvas as they film.

4.       We all know that giving those biscuits “just two more minutes” will result in burnt offerings for Messrs Berry and Hollywood.

5.       Who will be the first contestant to confuse the sugar container with the cooking salt? 

6.       Paul Hollywood.  Those blue eyes and twinkly smile ….. really ladies!

7.       It inspires us to all “have a go”.  Sales of baking products and baking cookbooks rocket when TGBBO is broadcast.

8.       The Technical Bake round.  One recipe.  A multitude of contestants and many differing interpretations of a classic.  Don’t look Mary, don’t look …..

9.       The cover-ups.  Icing over the burnt bits will not get you into the next round.  The judges will find out …..!

10.   The drama, the tears, the forgotten timers, the dough that didn’t rise.

 

 

 

Yes, welcome back to The Great British Bake Off – and roll on next Tuesday!

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Wow where has the time gone, we our now into the 2nd month of opening our Handmade Boutique

Hello and welcome to all our lovely felters, makers, creators and all round lovely people!

Today is just a quick post really to say that we are now in our second month of trading at the Handmade Boutique! I can't quite believe where its gone to, but I have to say I am absolutely over the moon with the progress so far.

We have had such great feedback over our joint venture and the positive comments about the craftsmanship, the individuality and the standard of workmanship has been so wonderful to receive. I personally have received such brilliant feedback on my product range and kits as well as lots of course bookings.

So if you haven't visited the boutique yet in The Great Western Arcade in Birmingham, you are in for a real treat... stock is changing all the time so you are sure to be met with new inspirations each time you go in.

For now I will leave you with a few pics.

 

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The Sun May Be Shining, But The Festive Season Will Soon Be Upon Us ….

Goooooooooooooood morning!

Now, those of you who know me well enough, read my blogs and follow my social media feeds will know that I like to be organised!  With such a lot going on, planning ahead is one of the greatest assets to achievement, which is why I am now looking towards December and the inevitable panic that usually arrives with Christmas.

Yes, we all know that everything will be alright on the night, as the saying goes, but every year, without fail, in the run-up to Christmas there’s always so much to do – often leaving us stressed and fraught by the 25^th December.

Why not make a little time for yourself in the run-up to Christmas by joining me on one of my Christmas Craft Workshops.  I’ve got 3 booked – one in October, one in November and one in December.  I’ll be showing you, step by step, how to make a totally felt-tastic Christmas Stocking in October, November will be dedicated to all things that will make your presents stand out from the crowd – tags, wraps, cards and bags, and then in December we’ll be making some gorgeous decorations to brighten up your tree and home.

 

 

For more information, follow the links below:-

• 19^th October, Tamworth – Felt-tastic Christmas Stocking http://ow.ly/njcXl

• 28th November, Birmingham – Tags, Wraps, Cards & Bags - http://ow.ly/njdbP

• 7th December, Tamworth – Divine Decorations http://ow.ly/njdgv

Just think how proud you’ll feel when your gift wrap and tree hangers draw admiring glances, and for you to be able to say "I made that!”

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Hectic & Handmade!

Hello  lovely felt fans!

Well, what a month it’s been here at Tigerlily Towers, what with the opening of the Handmade Boutique in the centre of Birmingham, various summer shows, designing my new range and the added distraction of a bad back!

I can honestly say that I have no idea where 2013 is disappearing to but even though it’s only July, my thoughts are already turning to "Christmas stock" and the 2014 course programme.

The Handmade Boutique has really taken off, and I am proud to be a part of this exciting project which is enabling me to showcase my designs, kits and cards as well as workshops starting August  There are 18 of us local designers in total at The Handmade Boutique, so if you’re looking for something a bit more unique for a special gift, or just want something beautiful for your home, pop in and see us in the Great Western Arcade in Colmore Row – right in the centre of the City of Birmingham. 

 

 

I can guarantee you’ll find something to spend your money on, and once you’ve visited us once, you will keep coming back time and time again!

You can keep up to date with all things “Handmade Boutique” by Liking the Facebook Page http://ow.ly/nei4K or following @HandmadeBoutiqu on Twitter.

Thank you for taking the time to visit Tigerlily Makes The Felt-making Blog Lisa X Thank you for taking the time to visit Tigerlily Makes The Felt-making Blog Lisa X All content and design work, including text, photos, etc are © copyright 2013 Lisa Marie Olson owner of Tigerlily Makes (unless otherwise stated and named whereby copyright resides with said named person)and cannot be copied without prior permission from the copyright owner. Tigerlily Makes is a member of ACID (Anti Copying in Design and all designs are registered and protected. www.acid.uk.com www.tigerlilymakes.co.uk www.facebook.com/tigerlilymakes www.twitter.com/tigerlilymakes

Don't wait for an occassion to send a card!

Morning crafters!

Here’s a question for you:  do you feel special when you receive a card through the post?  Does it cheer up your day knowing that someone has thought of you and taken the time to send you a card?

The UK greeting card market is valued at £1.38billion (source: Greeting Card Association) and it’s a sector that employs over 100,000 people.

Many of you may have seen my latest card designs, and I am pleased to report that my own card sales are increasing – proof positive that the great British public still like to send cards through the post, to put a smile on somebody’s face!

 I find the card designing process both challenging and therapeutic, trying to think of different ways to welcome a new baby into the world, say Happy Birthday or just a simple “thinking of you” design.  Combining my love of textile art with paper-craft can bring some wonderful results and the Princess Lily range is popular across all ages. 

 

 

Go on, make someone’s day. Take the time and trouble to buy a card and pop it in the post, just to say Hello!

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Christmas is coming and so is my new range going live on Folksy Tomorrow

Hi everyone, just thought I would share a sneak peek of one of my Christmas card designs, these will be going live on Folksy tomorrow.

I also wanted to let you know about the Christmas Arts Markets where I will be selling this range in person along with many other items, so if you would like to come and have a browse you are more than welcome details below:

Saturday 12th & 19th December C.O.W (Creative Open Workshops), The Custard Factory, Gibb Street, Birmingham. 11am til 4pm C.O.W is situated in behind the pool and fountain. for more information please visit the C.O.W Blog or Moonfruit.

Thanks you for taking the time to visit The Handmade by Tigerlily Blog

Lisa X

All content (including text, photographs, and design work) is © Lisa Marie Olson. My original artwork is for personal inspiration only and may not be copied for publication, contest submission or for any other type of financial gain

Tigerlily Sale in Folksy Store

Hi everyone, I just thought I would share this peice of news... Tigerlily is having a sale on all felted bags and tea-cosies. The sale is for a limited period only and to make way for some exciting new designs at the end of November.

To see whats on offer please visit the Tigerlily Store.

The shop will close for one week from the 6th-14th November.

Thanks you for taking the time to visit The Handmade by Tigerlily Blog

Lisa X

All content (including text, photographs, and design work) is © Lisa Marie Olson. My original artwork is for personal inspiration only and may not be copied for publication, contest submission or for any other type of financial gain

Felty Thoughts & Felty Thinks Cards with Recycled and Ethically Sourced Materials

Hi all U lovli people, I am just sharing a quick one today as am busy, busy and busy. Here are two cards just launched in my Folksy shop. I love putting card and felt together and I think its a really nice way of saying hi I am here for you and care, or just simply sharing your appreciation of the recipient.

Thank you for taking the time to visit The Handmade by Tigerlily Blog

Lisa X

All content (including text, photographs, and design work) is © Lisa Marie Olson. My original artwork is for personal inspiration only and may not be copied for publication, contest submission or for any other type of financial gain

Welcome to Handmade by Tigerlily

Welcome to my brand new blog where I will be showcasing and giving sneak peeks of handmade items that I sell in my Folksy Store.

Handmade by Tigerlily's aim is to produce items that are kind to the environment by using recycled products such as paper, vintage lace and natural products such as wool felt.

All of the lace used to embellish my cards and wool felt bags is of the vintage variety and is sourced locally from a reputable vintage specialist.

To see more of my ethically made products please visit: Handmade by Tigerlily

Please come back and visit soon as I will be posting more of my handmade items.

Thank you for taking the time to visit Handmade by Tigerlily.

Lisa