Beatrix Potter...

Brynwood Needleworks - Beatrix Potter Book Set and Tin

 

I found the neatest set of Beatrix Potter books in a lovely carrying case. You guessed it. Another Marketplace score. Funny. I wasn't looking for this set, but it came across my feed, and at a mere $15, I couldn't resist.

Brynwood Needleworks - Beatrix Potter Book and Tin

The case and books are in excellent condition. I've had the tins for years (in fact, the last time I looked, a Peter Rabbit tin was expensive!! One of these was a gift, and I found the others later to add to my collection.

Brynwood Needleworks - Peter Rabbit Tin and Book

I've been planning to do an embroidery of Peter, and looking at my tins inspire me to think about that again. I know. I know. Why not add something else to my creative To Do list?

Brynwood Needleworks - Beatrix Potter Box and My English Tins

 In addtion to Peter, I have a tin featuring Jemima Puddleduck and Mr. Tod (the fox), Jeremy Fisher (the toad), and Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle. They're not large tins. They had English sweets in them originally, but were empty when I received them...all in perfect condition. I've used them for threads and needlework supplies, but I mostly love just looking at them.

Brynwood Needleworks - Closeup of British Beatrix Potter Tins

Now I have a book set to enjoy, too...and to read to the littles in my life. I'd love to be a part of sharing these wonderful stories with another generation. 

 

Grab & Go Crossbody Bag...

Brynwood Needleworks - Cork Grab & Go Crossbody Clutch

Yesterday, I presented our realtor, Mary Westbook (Coldwell Banker agent extraordinaire!), with her own cork Grab & Go Crossbody Clutch.

I had shown her the regular G & G clutches, and she told me that she and her realtor friends wished they could find a simple crossbody for stashing their phones, keys and a few necessaries when showing houses. We discussed size requirements, and I got busy.

Brynwood Needleworks - Cork Grab & Go Crossbody Clutch Back

I knew she loved the Vintage Hibiscus Cork, and she preferred the brown cork I'd used for the back of some of the clutches I'd shown her. All they needed was a crossbody strap, and a little larger size.

Brynwood Needleworks - Cork Grab & Go Crossbody Clutch Lining

I used more of the starfish lining fabric, and made this bag 10" x 7" finished size, and added two tabs for attaching the longer strap.

Brynwood Needleworks - Cork Grab & Go Crossbody Clutch  Label

There's a Brynwood label front and center, too. I had the first one finished in plenty of time to give to Mary when she came to meet with us yesterday. She was thrilled. She said it was a perfect size and she loved the feel of the cork. When she left, she said she was off to share her new acquisition with her colleagues. (Of course, I put multiple business cards inside the bag so she could hand them out!)

I'm listing this bag in my shop now, so that it will be available to my readers, or anyone seeking a lightweight, cork solution to a wristlet.

Brynwood Needleworks - Peter Rabbit and Jeremy Fisher Tins

 

Before I leave you today, I need to make a correction. My longtime blog friend, Lesley in the UK, left a comment for me about my tin post. She was so diplomatic, asking whether or not I was sure that the froggy tin was from The Wind in the Willows. She suggested it might instead be Jeremy Fisher from the Peter Rabbit stories.

Of course, she was right!!! I also have a Peter Rabbit tin from the story. I don't know why I never associated the two. (face palm)

Thanks so much for leaving a note for me, Lesley...and for doing it in such a sweet, kind way. I'm happy to correct the record, my dear.