http://www.sally-young.com en-gb sally-young.com 2012-2-22T00:00:00Z sally-young.com http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#113029 We Love Mums This year the day to spoil your mum rotten is Sunday 18thMarch although really you should spoil her every day So that gives you plenty of time to think of the perfect gift and thats where I can help If you have an idea but lack the skills to bring it to life let me do you sewing drawing cutting and sticking. What about ...a cushion if shes a bookworm ...a purse if she loves to shop ... an apron if she enjoys cooking Or even just a handmade card go on show her you care If you are really looking to impress her this year I have a couple of textile pictures gorgeous patchwork inspired embroideries with a lovely wintery feel perfect for this time of year. Winter Time 16389.99 Icing and Frosting 16389.99 Go to the Artwork page to see more information about these pictures click here Or email me today mumsallyyoung.com Sally x 2012-2-22 13:38:05 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#110096 Hello and a very Happy New Year January is always a busy month lots to look back on and evaluate from the old year and plenty of plans to make and projects to explore in the new year but also I go skiing which I love So its a good time I took it pretty easy this Christmas I didnt much fancy the usual annual process of sewing a thousand tree decorations so I had a break and worked on some specific projects for customers a few examples are shown below. So for now all I can think about is skiing my new helmet arrived today but Ill be back soon with new projects and also new shops on Etsy and Folksy should be fun Best wishes for 2012 Sally x A commission for a wedding present A Christmas present for a Welsh chef A special leaf embroidered artwork Advent calendars Cushions for friends 2012-1-10 15:49:01 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#107840 www.sallyyoung.com Christmas Facebook CompetitionTis the season to be jolly and generous so everyone who interacts with the facebook.comSallyYoungTextiles page between now and December 16th will be entered into a draw to win my Handmade Festive Goody Bag Spread the word anyone who recommends a friend will get an extra entry into the draw Sally x 2011-11-30 11:12:32 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#107464 Christmas is coming Perhaps its still feels too early to be thinking about Christmas gifts but its only a month awayIf you are looking for something extra special a bit different or if you cant quite find the right thing on the High Street maybe I can help...Commission a handmade item and youll be giving a truly unique and personal gift.Email me your ideas and well see what we can create together christmassallyyoung.comOr here are some suggestions to get you thinking... An embroidered tie A personalised pincushion A bespoke purse A special cushion A bespoke handbag Textile artwork A unique piece of art for the homeOr ... cushions to coordinate with your newly decorated room A brooch to match a favourite dress or jacket An apron for the family cook Lavender bags Personalised tree decorationschristmassallyyoung.comThank youSally xMerry Christmas and Happy Shoppingwww.sallyyoung.com 2011-11-24 16:49:11 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#105992 Here is my new studio So now that the move is over I am back sewing and selling again. I am in the process of updating www.sallyyoung.com my Folksy shop and my new Etsy shop too. I have my Seasons exhibition artworks to sell although they need to be reframed and it is proving a challenge to source new framesHere is a lovely autumnal image that seems to suit the time of year... Piles of Leaves 2011 Sally x 2011-11-2 15:15:58 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#99811 Hello everyone Just got back from Helen amp Wills wedding and here are the pics of the dress and my embroidery I loved sewing it for Helen any other brides to be that want a bespoke embroidery just get in touch Good news at home is that my studio is being carpeted tomorrow so hopefully things will get back to normal and ill be back sewing again soon. Dont forget the exhibition at Number 8 Pershore is still on until August 17th. Sally x 2011-8-4 15:05:05 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#97879 My Seasons Exhibition at Number 8 Arts Centre Pershore Worcs is now on You can view and buy my work in the craft cases in the foyer of Number 8 entrance is free The exhibition runs from today until Wednesday 17th August 2011. For more information on Number 8 click here Sally x 2011-7-7 16:11:00 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#95689 Well its been a while I do apologise but its been a busy old time The exhibition at The Fold is over and received a lot of acclaim so I was very happy with that. Its a lovely place and I hope to be able to work with them again in the future. Next on my agenda is an exhibition in the craft cases at Number 8 an arts centre in Pershore my home town. Just trying to sort out those pictures now and Im off to measure the spaces available this afternoon. I might add in a few accessories as well so there is a bit more of a variety ofitems for sale. Pershore is famous I guess for its plums and the Plum Festival will be on for the duration of my exhibition so I am currently working on a few plum pictures too Not had a great amount of inspiration on that front but hopefully something will evolve over the next few weeks Otherwise I have had a great few months what with organising a Royal Wedding Street Party for the village painting and planning on moving in to Andys flat its a long process we had... 2011-6-7 12:32:24 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#94136 A sneak peak at my next exhibition at the Number 8 Arts Centre Gallery in Pershore Worcestershire.... httpwww.number8.orgWhatsOnExhibitionsCraftExhibitions800SeasonsSallyYoung.html More details to follow soon 2011-5-17 14:03:36 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#91558 Sallys Spring Sale www.sallyyoung.com Saturday 7th May 2pm 4pm at my house Original handmade items including bags purses jewellery cards and artwork. Join me for a clear out of my old stock and pick up some bargains There will also be Teas amp Cakes in the garden to raise money for Noahs Ark Trust For more information please contact Sally at mailsallyyoung.com 2011-4-12 12:38:54 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#90556 Hello I have had a busy few weeks sewing and now my first exhibition is up at The Fold Bransford Worcestershire and will run throughout April and May. The exhibition is inspired by trees and leaves and explores the beauty of Spring and Autumn through layers of fabrics and colours of stitching. The exhibition is in the Eco Cafe and is free. I am really happy with my work and the way it looks in the Cafe. Its a lovely place and it does great food too certainly worth a visit For more information on The Fold httpwww.thefold.org.uk 2011-3-30 12:33:36 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#89180 Hi world. Well today I had my first lunch outside this year and it was beautifully warm and sunny and I am quite sad to be back here inside. But to update you on the sewing adventures of the past couple of weeks ... the pictures for my exhibition at The Fold are coming along really well. Just a couple more left to do now. I have photographed a few to give you a sneaky peak. And another project I was working on was a mobile for my friends who are expecting their first baby in a few weeks time I think it looks super cute in their lovely little nursery Check out my Facebook page facebook.comSallyYoungTextiles or sign up for the mailing list to be the first to hear about special offers this is a hint I have a new picture available at a special price Cheers Sally 2011-3-14 15:12:23 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#87449 I am not quite sure where the time has gone since my last blog I cant believe it was so long ago February has been a great month my friends and I have been having a Come Dine With Me competition so there has been plenty of good food wine and fun. I was second to cook and very glad to have it over and done with I really enjoyed it but spent all my time thinking about smoked fish and pistachio tuiles and how many plates I was going to need Very distracting I have been doing some sewing though I am busy preparing for my exhibition at The Fold in Bransford Worcestershire at the end of March. I have a trees theme and I did a little experimentation with blossom but I keep getting drawn back to autumnal colours... I must concentrate on greens this week and luscious leaves but it was easier when the weather was bright and sunny this dampness is less inspiring. Everything looks so dull and soggy. Our garden is full of dead plants killed off by the snow and 20 degree conditions The Mediterran... 2011-2-21 11:25:16 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#85405 Normal service has been resumed all skiing is over for another year and the snow is being mourned... The sewing machine is out and the cone papers are ready and awaiting. I finally start back at work Jan 25th not bad Thats not strictly true as is did do a lot of cone making and creative thinking over Christmas but the nose is now back at the grindstone. 2011 promises to be an exciting year with two exhibitions booked in although dates still need to be confirmed. My head is full of ideas and as soon as I have some down on paper I will post them up here for all to see. In the meantime your commissions are welcomed. The publicity drive must being the is year too so if you happen to have any handy contacts as magazines newspapers or craft related places then do let me know. I need to start making some good money as we need a new car boo but on a related issue I officially have my driving license back So I will be able to drive around to tut my wares Beware world 2011 is Sallys year ... 2011-1-25 12:14:02 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#84615 Happy New Year I have been enjoying a bit of an extended break from sewing but I thought Id take a moment to update the blog Christmas and New Year was good fun here in Wick and we all felt very festive as we had tons of snow and it was VERY cold Had great fun sledging with our friends and family and the village looked magical on Christmas Day. We had the dubious pleasure of being able to say we were the coldest spot in England at 20 degrees There were burst pipes floods and leaks everywhere but they largely seem to have been sorted out with minimum fuss and now we are left feeling far too warm we acclimatised to the freezing temperatures and 11 degrees feels tropical I have assembled some photos to illustrate my Christmas... With Andy on Christmas morning in my new hat and sledging on Boxing Day. Wick on Christmas day just magical New Years Eve was spent with friends and I transformed into an old man for Dans 30th birthday party. And now we are off sk... 2011-1-14 14:46:35 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#83089 Well I got my wish for snow... We had a fantastic weekend sledging There is a ton of snow here all weekend plans got cancelled and we spent most of it on the hill at the end of the village on the sledges having a whale of a time We took over someone elses run and perfected it into a great sliding spot headfirst turned out to be the best method for me although oh my can I feel it in my stomach muscles this morning The snow meant I got to see the Strictly final but missed out on two dinners with friends and doing the Christmas food shopping. Oh well. But more is forecast for tonight... Its currently minus 11 Andys pipes have frozen and the toilet was even iced over this morning So little work has been done and there is no sewing to report on whatso ever The website will be open over the Christmas period but I may be a bit slower in dispatching orders This will probably be my last blog before Christmas so I wanted to wish you all a great time have fun stay warm and Merry Christmas ... 2010-12-20 10:16:42 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#82720 Just a quick one this week as there is far too much to do Christmas baking to get on with a wreath to make for the door presents to wrap oh and I should probably do some work too So I will just say that there are a few things left in my Christmas Shop and the last day for placing your order is SUNDAY BUY NOW Have fun Sally x 2010-12-14 11:51:28 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#82202 So its a very cold a foggy day today. The world outside the windows is all white and Narnia looking only without the snow or the characters I should add. Even my fish is hiding behind his tank ornaments today. I have not been out anywhere and dont plan to I have just been sorting out my exhibition at Number 8 in Pershore for next summer it will run from July 7th to August 17th which seems a very long way off today Exciting though and great to think that I now have two exhibitions planned for next year. I must start sewing I am feeling far too Christmassy to think about next summer though. We did a bit of wrapping yesterday and I put up a couple of decorations to get the festive mood going. Had to put the presents under the umbrella plant as we have no tree yet Also watched Fred Claus on TV and I absolutely LOVE Christmas films Keep warm Sally Wyke Manor where I work in the fog on Friday. One of my icey decorations.Only 1631.49 Buy here... 2010-12-6 16:15:28 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#81667 Snow snow snow Sadly not enough for sledging but very nice none the less I am a snow fan probably because I dont have to go anywhere most of the time Tis rather parky though ice on the insides of the windows and I am sat here typing in fingerless gloves. Makes me excited to go skiing and I really hope I might get a snowy birthday again. It snowed on my 18th and 10 years on would be nice symmetry I think. I have been working on a special commission for a friend in the village some embroidered purses showing Wick Church and I am very nearly finished with them. Its been an enjoyable project and I now know what the church really looks like Which sounds stupid but its really covered up by trees and you dont really look properly until you have to do you. A view accross to the Malvern Hills on Sunday Wick Church My stand at the Farncombe Christmas Sale I had a fairly successful show at Farncombe and I discovered that there seems to be a market for talks and workshops so I have to d... 2010-11-30 14:26:32 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#80363 Hello My apologies for not writing last week I had a rest day on Monday and then just never quite seemed to get around to it. I had an exciting week learning about Google Adwords and Facebook for which I am currently designing a new page for my other job at The Real Flower Petal Confetti Co. httpwww.facebook.comprofile.phpid626940092amprefprofileampvinfopagesTheRealFlowerPetalConfettiCo110300669037208 Its been lots of computer work and trying to understand technical jargon not my idea of a good time But my work room is starting to fill up with my sewn pictures so I need to get selling I have been writing to magazines and trawling the webfor nice looking shops to approach to ask if they would like to stock my work. Tedious but hopefully itll start to pay off soon Once again if you know of anywhereanyone who might like my embroidery...do let me know Otherwise its been nice couple of weeks. We saw some rather soggy fireworks last weekend and warmed up with a nice curry afterwards. Last ... 2010-11-15 12:01:53 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#79227 So today I am having a rest day I am pretty tired and havent been resting properly recently mainly because its boring. But my left arm is feeling a bit weird all the time now and so I have written today off and have been watching Ewan McGregor and Charlie Boorman in Long Way Round all day. Very excited about getting my own motorbike now But I wanted to check a few things online and thought I ought to do my blog else itd probably get forgotten this week. So hello Time seems to have flown by this last week I have been doing a lot of sewing I went to Broadway to scout out shops and a craft fair we went to see Gloucester beat Tigers at Kingsholm on Saturday and to a Halloween party afterwards which was great fun. Sorry no photos We also went to the Ski and Board Show at the NEC yesterday which has gotten me in the mood for skiing And there was a GP yesterday which we recorded and watched ast night. Whilst eating half a box of Matchmakers very good fun So very much in an adventure mood to... 2010-11-1 15:33:03 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#78724 We had a bbq on Sunday It was lovely and warm in the sun and we sat and ate sausages with our cider outside The Shed. A very civilised way to spend an autumnal afternoon. We went sloe picking and had a couple of lovely sunny walks too. I took some shots of the vine outside Andys flat one in the Saturday sun and one from todays frosty start. I went climbing on Friday night at the climbing wall in Evesham and put my newly learnt knots into practice I was quite tired and my left arm has been playing up recently so we didnt try very hard but I did end on a yellow climb that I did properly and I enjoyed that very much Then we went for curry. Yum Sadly this week I must concentrate on marketing and selling which I do not enjoy as I am sure you have picked up on by now But I have done some new Seasonal pictures you got that sneak peak last week...they should be online by the end of the week. My Mum liked them so much she wanted me to do one for her....take a look. Cheers Sally x 2010-10-25 14:02:06 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#78208 Well it looks like autumn is here to stay. No more dreams of an Indian summer. We had the first proper frost on Saturday night and weve had to shut all the windows in Andys flat. Heating is still not on though The trees are turning the vine is going red and when the sun is shining its all looking rather beautiful. It has inspired a few new embroideries...theyll be for sale soon. We had a pretty quite weekend at home and I roasted my first chicken on Sunday a bit of a shock really for a girl my age I am a cook although I dont seem to do a lot of meat roasting. However it was a very good first try if I do say so myself and we had a great big roast dinner after Andys tennis match. I also made a pear tart tatin which was delicious Yum There was the Australian GP on Sunday won by Mr Interesting Casey Stoner. I dont think I will ever get over the disappointment of a man with the best name EVER being quite so boring. But there was some decent racing for once. And Scott Redding c... 2010-10-18 15:49:42 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#77602 Hello. I had a very exciting day of Moto GP watching yesterday Jorge is the new champion And Rossi appears to be back But in other news I was featured in a blog this last Friday httpthelimegarden.blogspot.com Exciting stuff Sal x 2010-10-11 13:19:06 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#77115 Hello I apologise for my extended absence from the blog. Its largely been due to having better things to do I have been away on holiday to Italy and North Devon and I have updated and redesigned the website and of course I have been beavering away at my sewing machine. Here is a little photo montage of the last month or so... Stella Jim and Dad at Great Comberton Flower Show. My Embroidered Pictures for sale in a gift shop in Pershore. In September I had two fantastic weeks in Italy with Andy and our friends Cheryl and Warren. We began in Cattolica top left and saw the Moto GP at Rimini. We saw Tomizawa one of Andys favourite riders killed in a horrible crash right in front of us. Tomizawa had been so good to watch this year. The photo is from the pit lane walk in Barcelona. We will never forget him and I dont think i will ever see a race in quite the same way again. We made our pilgrimage to Rossis home town of Tavullia check out the great tsh... 2010-10-5 12:35:51 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#73906 Hello This is really to reassure you all that I am still alive and sewing I have been mega busy this month and simply not quite found the time to get online properly and this is just a quick note to apologise and say that Ill be back in mid September were off to Italy for our holidays next week. My friends will be running a stall for me at Wick Fete on September 4th from 1.30 pm. And a big SALE of bags and purses will be coming in September Sally x p.s this is me and Polly on the kayak in Salcombe last weekend 2010-8-27 16:05:10 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#72023 Hello. I am having a bit of a rant today as I am fed up of the internet in general at the moment I have spent the last two weeks trying to better understand the world of blogging facebook social networking in relation to craftmakers forums etc and I have gained basically no insight at all. I have decided that I am not built for 21st century technology and it will all have to progress without me. There is a reason I have discovered that I dont have or want and iPod let alone an iPhone its just not me. And watching The Gadget Show last night just confirmed all this for me. Give me a scratchy old LP and a piece of paper any day Sorry world. So I loved creating my website and I even enjoy writing these blogs but I remain clueless about how to promote them and exploit the internet to its full potential. All advice gratefully received. Seriously I have form this blog forward stopped worrying about being up to the minute being on trend and in season. I am returning to the routes ... 2010-8-3 14:34:39 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#71721 Hello everyone. Im sorry Ive not been blogging much recently but I have had a week of bracelet making and marketing. I am not what you would call a natural self promoter in fact Id be quite happy if I never had to sell anything but life doesnt really work like that shame What do you think of the new bracelets Or should I call them Cuffs I have seen that term in magazines but it sounds a little too crime and punishment to me. Theyll be on the website soon priced at 16319. Or you can order one now in the colour scheme of your choice just email me. So you could say the bracelet making is going better than the marketing. Ive been in touch with shops and galleries and my Facebook page is attracting a few fans which is quite exciting but Ive not generated many sales yet. All advice gratefully received In other news I went to my first motorbike meet this week in Twyning where there were hundreds of bikes and some pretty funky ones too a freaky Hayabusa and som... 2010-7-30 16:13:41 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#70852 Been quite bored this week cant settle to anything. Do you know what I mean when you just arent in the mood for anything Maybe its the weather the grey skies are so disappointing and then when the sun comes out I cant get out there need an extra long extension lead for my sewing machine Have been making textile bracelets today in a similar vein to my pictures but wearable if you see what I mean. Blue has been the colour this morning... Watching Gavin and Stacey on dvd so funny Sally x 2010-7-20 15:39:52 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#70286 Congratulations Spain They were my team in my little sweepstake with Andy and now I get taken out for dinner Lovely I have some exciting news to report I have an exhibition of my embroidery at the Number 8 Arts Centre in Pershore Not until next summer but I am very excited nevertheless. Today I will be putting online and up for sale some of my new embroideries so take another look around my website. Sally x Me in The Real Flower Petal Confetti Company confetti fields this weekend. 2010-7-13 13:02:09 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#69665 Hello I am back from our annual trip to the Circuit de Catalunya and the Moto GP in Barcelona. Check out me and Bradley Smith We did the pit lane walk on Friday and saw all the riders bikes and garages. Very exciting And here are the boys with our flag which sadly didnt get us on the telly. Me and Bradley Smith Tony Todd Kurt Sid Andy and Cole The weather was lovely the city beautiful and the tapas delicious a good time was had by all. The racing wasnt bad either although the GP was disappointing after last years epic RossiLorenzo battle. Time to crack on with work now. I have a few website changes planned and lots of new pictures to add so watch this space. Ill be back with more when Ive got it all sorted. And do let me know what you think theres a guest book on the website. Sally x 2010-7-6 12:01:01 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#68744 Hello Goodness me how quick time has flown by I am sorry for my absence recently but I have mostly been watching the football and the tennis Well kinda. We had a fab weekend at Silverstone with our friends Chez and Waz and saw some excellent motor biking action great results for our British riders and a fantastic victory for Lorenzo in the first Silverstone GP for however many years. It was bloody freezing though I know everyone else enjoyed a scorching weekend but sat at the track we wore skiing gear woolly hats and gloves and still felt cold. Typical British MotoGP Mind you in a couple of weeks Ill be moaning about it being too hot in Barcelona He he Check out my shots of the riders at the Saturday evening interviews... Bradley Smith and Scott Redding Colin Edwards Jorge Lorenzo Nicky Hayden Otherwise its been business as usually making cones whilst listening to the football and sewing some new pictures. This is what ... 2010-6-24 14:25:10 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#67883 Happy Birthday to my auntie Fran J Busy day yesterday at the craft fair at The Mill Race Walford bit of a disappointing event but Andy and I were kept on our toes trying to stop all my products blowing away in the wind. My friend Becky came to join us and it was lovely to see her. Might be my last craft fair for a while though as they never quite seem worth the effort I have sworn now to only attend shows that come with a personal recommendation so if anyone has any suggestions please let me know Heres a couple of pics of the stand I learn a lot at these shows though and we decided on some new areas to focus on I have been thinking about streamlining for while and this decided it for me. So watch this space I may have a big sale very soon Catching up on admin today and writing to suppliers and galleries if you know any shops or galleries that might like to sell or show my work please get in touch. Thanks Sally x 2010-6-14 11:34:44 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#67701 Hello Been busy this week updating the website can you spot my changes Hope you approve Also been sorting my stock before the craft fair on Sunday click HERE for more details . I am in the process of designing new textile pictures a neighbour gave me some fabric scraps and they are inspiring me Im feeling the green and pink combo. Have a great weekend Love Sally P.S for those of you who have been wondering my cyst operation went well and my eye has just about returned to normal size. Ill spare you the photos 2010-6-11 15:01:25 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#67233 Oh what a weekend Far too much to fit into one blog entry kayaking gardening murder mystery bbq curry the Mugello Moto GP and oh my goodness Rossi has broken his leg I should introduce one of my greatest passions in life following the Moto GP. I dont ride a bike due to my vision problems and I would be far too scared anyway but I love to sit on the back of Andys. I love the freedom and the exhilaration. And watching the bikes race is so much fun Three excellent races this weekend from Mugello near Florence Italy We went there two years ago and it was mental The Italian fans are just the best so much noise Anyway the big news of the weekend is that Valentino Rossi legend had a big off and broke his leg. Possibly out for the rest of the season. We have three trips planned to watch the GPs so thats a bugger Hoping he might make it back for his home race in Misano in September well be there. Loved the 125cc race on Sunday and the new class Moto 2 was fab too such a lot o... 2010-6-7 11:54:32 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#67014 Such a gorgeous day I have been sat in the sunshine making my lovely confetti cones coming to my online shop very soon watch this space This is the view from my office window at work. Its so pretty I thought I would share. Hope you all have a great weekend Love Sally x 2010-6-4 15:44:35 http://www.sally-young.com/page17.htm#66690 So I am fresh back from a fantastic holiday to New York and Boston and I decided to start my new blog today I would love to share my sewing my life and my thoughts with you all out there so you can enjoy my website and my work all the more by really getting to know me No photos today as I am not looking my best bit jet lagged and itll take a while to sort out the US snaps but I plan to share my creations myself and what I am up to. Just thought Id start of by saying Hi and encouraging you all to follow my posts. Love from Sally x 2010-6-1 15:39:20