Just had a busy few days : London for the 2012 Design Festival -visited 100% Design at Earl's Court which showcased some amazing products such as the stretch ceiling system from New Mat Ltd which incorporates both lighting and sound proofing ! Then off to Design Junction -fantastic furniture - a mix of new and retro-reinvented, followed by Tent London...

So it's back to school today for most kids - so to cheer you up this is Florence -the doll I made recently with her school uniform and satchel. Her grey coat and pink and grey tartan dress and hat are 100% wool. Her satchel is real leather. Adorable! She is available to buy from...

One jewellery designer whose necklaces I have been greatly admiring recently is Barbara Acton-Bond. She uses semi-precious stones, gemstones and other unique beads and pendants to create beautiful balanced and harmonious pieces. Her colour and texture combinations are are amazi...

Looking forward to going to Athens in October -especially to the Acropolis Museum.  I have been before but I really want to go again. There were far too many things to look at all in one (very hot) day. Inspired by this I thought I would try and take some `Museum inspired'...

Introducing a new range of handmade Greek leather sandals, bags and jewellery to the Dezigne shop. Perfect for summer and holidays  - all are individually embellished with beads and charms. The sandals are available in wedge style, flip flop style or fla...

I have been working on some new clutch purses lately - this tulip clutch purse is perfect for summer parties and weddings -a really pretty accessory. Or if you are going on holiday and you want somewhere to keep your jewellery and small bits and pieces. It has a chunky brass kisslock...

So the London 2012 Olympics are officially open! The somewhat frenetic opening ceremony had some good and bad bits...... The Red Arrows looked awesome as flew over the London skyline as did David Beckham arriving by speedboat with the Olympic Torch - more like a scene from a Bond...

So at last the weather in the UK has warmed up and everyone is off on holiday. Dezigne has the perfect accessory for sunny days at the beach or sightseeing - this lovely tote bag featuring sailboats, beach huts and lighthouses in a very patriotic red, white and blue. The sand coloured...

Just added a new purse to the Dezigne Shop -it's very romantic and feminine -perfect for all those summer weddings and parties that are coming up! It has plenty of room for all those essential items -ie phone, keys, make up etc and a detachable chain handle. The interior...

This is the newest addition to my Driftwood Beach jewellery collection - I can picture this worn with a wedding gown.... very romantic and a lovely splash of colour with ivory or cream. The red glass heart has a tiny rose in the centre and the pink freshwater pearls have...

Just sold my Aqua and Silver Necklace to one of the Bahia Yoga group who use the lovely studio at The Nottingham Workshop ! Thank You! Off to The Summer Craft Fair at The Staunton Vale Arms tomorrow in the lovely Vale of Belvoir - and hopefully the weather will stay kind...

One of my necklaces - has been featured in this gorgeous Etsy Treasury - Vacation Greece - by Szilvi Szabo - I think it captures the essence of Greece in the summer perfectly! Vacation Greece :) Enj...

I have recently been working on making fabric dolls - I saw something similar on a website and thought I would have a go. This one is called Florence and she has a pink and grey tartan school outfit with a handmade leather satchel. All the clothes (and shoes) are handmade by me....

One of my favourite glass artists on Etsy is Naos Glass  - I just love the subtle colours of this Indian Summer bead set. Naos Glass on Etsy These are large hole beads (5mm) so will fit a European Charm Bracelet. Definitely on my wish li...

Made some lovely new Pandora style bracelets last week. I recently sold one at a Craft Fair and was asked to make another one - so I just kept going and made some more.  I have ordered some lovely new glass beads as well so I am looking forward to those arriving ! Pandora...

Some great new summer jewellery by Driftwood Beach is now available from Dezigne - perfect additions to your summer wardrobe !                                  Fabulous Wood, Jasper and...

Actually managed to grab a bit of sunshine and sat outside to have a drink in Nottingham City Centre today. ...

So it's Father's Day on Sunday 17th June - what to buy ?  Here's a perfect gift idea   - Handmade wooden pens in three colour choices by Richard Burrow The Dezigne Shop also has other products from Richard such as adorable wooden owls and gorgeous wooden bowls...

Went down to London this week for the Clerkenwell Design Week Shows. Loads of things to see on the design front, however I spotted this beautiful duck-egg blue Vespa parked in one of the streets.                  ...

A colourful wake up....

I just woke up this morning, very mellow from last night’s fantasy epic movie (Solomon Kane) and a glass of rose (ok it was 2 glasses). Very nice sunny morning - I went outside to leave some recycling in my outhouse and there it was - a large parcel. I was so confused … “I didn’t order...

From 19th May the V & A Museum is celebrating `Ballgowns: British Glamour since 1950' an exhibition of beautiful ballgowns, red carpet evening dresses and catwalk showstoppers from more than 60 designers including Alexander McQueen, Zandra Rhodes and Catherine Walker.  Many...

Why not check out Craft & Design Month May 2012 ? This is a national celebration of designers, makers and small creative businesses which runs throughout the month of May. If you are looking for events or want to organise an event you can list them here for free. Meanwhile the Craft & Design blog has all the up to date info on Craft &...

Check out this fabulous and sexy silver-tangle necklace from Driftwood Beach Jewellery - our newest item to appear on the Dezigne shop. It would look great with either your favourite jeans and leather jacket outfit for a casual weekend look or wear it to glam up that little black...

Craft in The City June 2012

Dezigne are pleased to announce that we will be attending Craft in the City at St. Mary's Church in Nottingham on 2nd June 2012 (Jubilee Weekend)                        ...

Summer or Winter?

So we are back into winter big time this week -last week everyone was basking in mediterranean temperatures and eating ice cream - now we are back in our coats, hats and scarves. Talking of scarves the Dezigne shop has some lovely soft and warm pashminas in gentle pastel colours...

Oh what a busy and inspiring weekend!

Oh what a busy and inspiring weekend! Seriously Plugged..... Friday : Preparing for Spring Ladies Lunch for Boutique 11 in Mapperley Meeting with Juice Glass to discuss ideas and collect fantastic new glassware designs for the DEZIGNE shop. Followed by visit...

Very encouraging and forward thinking email from Jan Palmer which makes fantastic home made soaps …. Their smell is beautiful and they look gorgeous! Thanks Jan! Her Handmade Natural Soaps available at DEZIGNE. Come and visit the underground shop at The Workshop –Nottingham...

Making it at The Workshop

Sanding and sanding and sanding…..   beautiful oak pieces …. bringing all the essence out ! First multi talent collaboration started at The Workshop hoping to finish in the next 2-3 weeks and available for sale at DEZIGNE …... watch this space …..&nb...

Ok so we only just recovered from Christmas and New Year but there may be some of you already looking forward to Valentine's Day. There are some fabulous glass hearts available to buy on The DeZigne Online Shop. They are made by Anna French of Fizgig Glass and come in a variety...