What a grey day it's turned out to be, after starting out so promisingly! There was blue sky & sunshine until a few hours ago, but now it's dark. Ah well, no better excuse to close the curtains, shut out the world and snuggle up cosy and warm inside. I have to say I LOVE the autumn months, a chance to hibernate, a chance to enjoy plenty of hearty home cooked meals and stodgy puddings, without worrying about the calories, the trees shedding their leaves and changing to every hue of red & gold. Being able to wear lots of layers, (to hide the aforementioned calories), and get reacquainted with your favourite scarf or hat. Or in my case, one of many!
So, I have a little confession to make. I think I'm getting slightly obsessed with pretty gift wrap. I don't think I need to seek professional help just yet, but it's definitely something that could develop if I'm not careful :) No seriously, there's so many talented designers out there, creating the most fantastic artwork for manufacturers of wrapping paper, it's really hard for me to resist buying a sheet each and every time I pop into town. One of my favourite's has to be Paper Salad, their collections are fab, Fab, FAB! I've taken a few photographs of the gift wrap I've purchased to show you the fantastic detail in their designs.
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| Paper Salad by Glick |
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| Paper Salad by Glick |
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| Paper Salad by Glick |
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| Paper Salad by Glick |
I bought my first few sheets from my local Art Centre, but I'm pleased to see Clintons are now stocking selected paper and gift bags too! They deserve a wider audience. Who wouldn't be tempted?
I've also purchased some of Deva Designs paper. Again, as I was browsing at the art centre, the temptation proved too great. I just had to take a sheet. Just look at the lovely detail, giving the illusion of appliqued fabric.
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| Deva Designs |
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| Deva Designs |
I love the fact that for less than a couple of pounds you can buy something that has been so thoughtfully created, and can be utilised in so many different ways. Especially if you're a crafty type! It's far too lovely to just wrap presents with, if you ask me. I'd happily frame some of it, and hang it on my wall, or use it to decoupage. The possibilities are endless.........
For now at least, I think I'll just keep collecting!
Oh my, that's the prettiest gift wrap I've ever seen, too pretty to just wrap gifts indeed! I would definitely frame some or use them for some crafty purpose if I were you! (of course, then you might have to buy more, thus enhancing your obsession...) ;-) xxxx
ReplyDeleteMy goodness, what gorgeous gift wrap! I can fully understand your obsession!
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Nos encantó tu blog!! te seguimos desde ahora, muy colorido y de excelente gusto!! saludos desde Villa Carlos Paz!!ARGENTINA
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely wrapping paper, I've never come across it I shall be hunting it out in our local shops. Lovely blog I'm following!
ReplyDeleteHi Nanita, LC, Dos Lunas & Sue! Hope you're having a great week so far. I knew you'd all like the giftwrap. Please pop in again won't you?! x
ReplyDeleteYour work is absolutely beautiful! The colors you use go together so well, and your workmanship is above phenomenal! Some of the most excellent I've ever seen!
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