Sunday 19th November - 10am - 3pm
Shepton Mallet
A selection of vintage and artisan shops will be open
Showing posts with label vintage. Show all posts
Showing posts with label vintage. Show all posts
Tuesday, 7 November 2017
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Thursday, 8 September 2016
'the punk faery artworks'
Sally Jacob, a local Somerset artist, is currently a Guest Maker at the One Craft Gallery in Shepton's High Street - see above. She describes herself as a fantasy artist, whose artwork explores the darker/steampunk side of faery. She trades under the name - the punk faery artworks. Her paintings, prints and cards focusses on mermaids, faery creatures, fairy tales and the psychology behind them...
Sally also designs and makes unique and bespoke accessories and jewellery in her 'steampunk' style. They usually contain a combination of vintage components, found objects and her imagination! Her latest jewellery collection embraces the trend for raw gemstones and pearls mixed with cute woodland themed pieces. Her work is for sale in the gallery until the end of October.
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Monday, 11 July 2016
Skulls just wanna have fun!
Happy Mandy's are everywhere! There are five of us working from the arty bottom of Town Street, Shepton Mallet which is fast becoming 'Studio Land'. There's Mandie with an 'ie' , also known as Amanda (oh, that's me) at Starlight Studio Art, there's artist Mandy McKenna who previously had a vintage clothes shop in town and now makes things, alongside Claire Goodman from their creative studio Lethal Postman, opposite. Then there's Amanda the hairdresser at Flix Hair Studio which is next door to Starlight Studio Art. New boutique IDo-Vintage, is owned by Miranda, who (just to add to fun) used to be known as Mandy but now likes to be known as Miranda, then last but not least theres Mandy with a 'y', who runs The Barber Shop diagonal to us.
Today, I'd like to talk about this Mandy. Not only is she a talented hair cutter and colourist but she also has her own business Fairygirl Jewellery. As an avid collector of all kinds of beads, baubles, crystals and gems, she turns these into funky costume jewellery and can make unique, bespoke designs tailored to your requirements. Creativity obviously runs in Mandy's family as her daughter Corinne designs and carves quirky, slightly scary skulls which are used in funky displays to model the jewellery. Skulls and jewellery can be purchased directly from The Barbers Shop at 23 Town Street, BA4 5BE, where walk-in hair appointments are sometimes available
Talking of skulls, at Starlight Studio Art, we have several collectable happy chaps hanging around. There's a Celtic patterned Design Clinic fella from Cornwall, a slightly more Gothy gold fanged one, chewing a rose and my favourite, is rocking the neon-pirate look on a fabulous felt cushion.
Not for the faint 'arted all this skullduggery!
Skulls designed and carved by Corinne
available from The Barber Shop
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| Pre-loved Neon Pirate Skull Cushion, handmade in Somerset, from Starlight Studio Art |
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| Happy skull oil painting by Mandie Stone at Starlight Studio Art |
Thursday, 7 July 2016
Wild things make your heart sing in downtown Shepton
Miranda at IDo Vintage in Town Street, Shepton Mallet has an "Absolutely Fabulous dahlin', sweety, gorgeous sweety dahlin" window full of beautiful vintage fashion-y things. Perhaps, Patsy Stone, the champagne-swigging fashionista would feel right at home in Town Street these days, seeing as East Somerset is so fashionable for those urbanites wanting to escape the madness of the city - for, errmm, the even madder madness of the countryside. Who knows, after a swish cream tea and pampering in the Charlton House spa, she might even pop into Vape in the Market Place and swap her real fags for a pretend one.
Anyway, back to IDo Vintage, that zebra coat is certain to add animal magic to any wardrobe - and you certainly won't be striped up by Miranda as all her exciting stock is very reasonably priced. If you do decide to treat yourself to this wild number, please be sure not to lay down in it as you wouldn't want anyone crossing you!
What a wild and wonderful day and it's all about new movies! It's not all about juices, smoothies and vintage stuff you know. This afternoon, bubbly vegan, costume designer and wife of Dave the Shepton busker Janet Burden literally swung downtown to Starlight Studio Art for a herbal tea - in a funky Tarzan outfit. Aaarhh, aaarhhhh, aaaarrr, arrrrrrrr.........Oh and she told me all about her creative business Unicorn Spit Originals where she has been trading in Shepton Mallet for 3 years now and makes costumes for films, bespoke special occasionwear, fantasty and role play costumes for theatrical events and can do themed styling for videos and photoshoots for bands/performers. Pictured here is her dapper hubby wearing a poncho Janet customised from a skirt found in a charity shop. Janet is not only handy with a sewing machine. She has a Masters Degree in English and taught in secondary schools in Essex for over 20 years before moving to Somerset for a quiet life! Not so quiet when Dave's practicing his busking routine though!
Anyway, back to IDo Vintage, that zebra coat is certain to add animal magic to any wardrobe - and you certainly won't be striped up by Miranda as all her exciting stock is very reasonably priced. If you do decide to treat yourself to this wild number, please be sure not to lay down in it as you wouldn't want anyone crossing you!
What a wild and wonderful day and it's all about new movies! It's not all about juices, smoothies and vintage stuff you know. This afternoon, bubbly vegan, costume designer and wife of Dave the Shepton busker Janet Burden literally swung downtown to Starlight Studio Art for a herbal tea - in a funky Tarzan outfit. Aaarhh, aaarhhhh, aaaarrr, arrrrrrrr.........Oh and she told me all about her creative business Unicorn Spit Originals where she has been trading in Shepton Mallet for 3 years now and makes costumes for films, bespoke special occasionwear, fantasty and role play costumes for theatrical events and can do themed styling for videos and photoshoots for bands/performers. Pictured here is her dapper hubby wearing a poncho Janet customised from a skirt found in a charity shop. Janet is not only handy with a sewing machine. She has a Masters Degree in English and taught in secondary schools in Essex for over 20 years before moving to Somerset for a quiet life! Not so quiet when Dave's practicing his busking routine though!
Feature by Mandie Stone
Sunday, 20 April 2014
Happy Easter with Nostalgia at No1
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| Handmade powder puffs with original 20s-30s fabric faces |
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| Traditional floral Easter eggs tied with antique ribbon |
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| Vintage Easter postcards |
Happy Easter Sunday!
Nostalgia at No1 Market Place Shepton Mallet
http://www.thevintagebazaar.blogspot.co.uk/
Tuesday, 28 May 2013
Pearl Lowe's Vintage Craft Book supports local shops and suppliers
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To read more about Pearl en.wikipedia.org
You can find Vintage Craft at Waterstones in Wells
Tuesday, 26 March 2013
Updated Map - No21 Open today
Vintage Boutique & Interiors
12 Market Place,
Shepton Mallet BA4 5AZ
Open Tues-Fri and Sat 10-4pm
CLOUD 7 at 21 Town St ......coming soon!
Thursday, 13 September 2012
Antique, Vintage and Collectors Fair - Starts Friday
14th Sep 2012—16th Sep 2012 at 12:00—18:00
Bath & West Showground Shepton Mallet
Weekend Antiques Fairs have been renowned for their quality and quantity for over 20 years. There are over 500 stands all undercover, with a wide range of antiques to suit every house and pocket.
Our lovely Neighbour and friend have an arcade stand SA06 at the Antique and Vintage fair tomorrow. Patricia has lots pottery and china from France having lived there for many years (recently moved to Shepton Mallet) She has kindly offered us space for a selection of furniture, so we can advertise our showroom at Kilver Court and hopefully sell!.
If you would like
to say hello or view her china
...location 2nd
tent on the left near the main ticket entrance)
Tuesday, 11 September 2012
A chat with Niki - Nostalgia at No1
Niki from Nostalgia at No1 looked lovely on Friday in her vintage roses,
enjoying the sunshine and the new view of the Market Cross.
(cobbles surrounding the cross, now finished)
enjoying the sunshine and the new view of the Market Cross.
(cobbles surrounding the cross, now finished)
It was a joy to hear that trade was picking up (after a slow couple of months for everyone) but what made the news more inspiring was hearing about Niki's loyal customers. Two lovely ladies travel from London, once a year, especially to visit Nostalgia at No1, Market Place and visit Shepton Mallet (only!)
The ladies cannot find the quality and value for money in London and purchase many vintage goodies handmade by Niki. Each item is a individual, and made in vintage or antique fabric, using lace, trims and embellishments
to create unique accessories, dolls,and gifts.
Glossy magazines often feature Niki's work and home,
but it is her blog that finds most of her customers,
including the two ladies from London. nostalgiaatthestonehouse.blogspot
but it is her blog that finds most of her customers,
including the two ladies from London. nostalgiaatthestonehouse.blogspot
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I always appreciate you stopping-by for a chat and am grateful for all that you do for Shepton Mallet, including keeping this blog so regularly updated. If only there were more like you working for the good of the town!
Niki x
I know this lovely lady and her wonderful creations!
His shop is a magical place!
From vsitare absolutely ..
I hope to return as soon as possible ...
Enjoy, Mary.