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Wild Welsh Wool rugs

Custom-made peg loom Welsh wool rug

We wanted to share a recent addition to our cottage… namely some fabulous, natural wool products.

Wild Wesh Wool floor rug

We’ve just bought a hand-made woollen rug, hearth mat and set of dining chair seat pads. They were all custom-made to size using a traditional peg loom by Sharon Smith of Wild Welsh Wool.

Close up of rare breed sheep woollen rug

The wool comes from rare breed sheep that she keep on her farm. We originally saw a display of her products in a shop window in Montgomery. Sharon sells at the outdoor market in the town square (it’s held every Thursday) and at several other nearby markets.

She also takes orders and custom commissions through her Facebook page. In addition to the rugs and seat pads that we ordered, wall hangings, cushions, scarves and bags are also available.

Custom-made peg woven wool seat pad

We love the variety of tones & colours from the different types of sheep – and the texture is to die for!

Close-up of woolen seat pad string fasteners

They’re the perfect way to soften and warm a space in this old country cottage, especially with all the hard quarry tile and slate flag floors. We’re so happy with them!

On our radar: Melin Tregwynt dog collars and leads

Melin Tregwynt Welsh wool dog collar, lead and bandanaBUY THEM HERE

We really miss our beloved Fudge who passed away a couple of years ago now. It’s been a struggle to face the loss or think about another dog. He brought us so much happiness though, so despite the pain of losing him, we know that when the time is right, we’ll make space for a new canine companion.

And we’ll, of course, spoil them rotten! In addition to good food, long walks and comfy beds – they’ll have all the right kit – including smart coats, collars and leads. This Melin Tregwynt range caught our eye the other day.

Melin Tregwynt woollen mill dates back to the 18th century, but they’re always looking to innovate and develop their products. Their dog collars and leads and matching bandanas are something new that’s appeared recently. With our H is for Home colour scheme, we were always going to be drawn to the two-tone green version!

Dress to Impress

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top detail from vintage 1960s/70s sleeveless patterned polyester dress

top detail from vintage 1960s/70s sleeveless patterned polyester dress with thin belt

He was well aware that it may not find its way into the shop.

full front view of vintage 1960s/70s sleeveless patterned polyester dress with thin belt

It’s very ‘Me’ – vintage, bright and very versatile.  I’ll wear it on its own, with this thin belt, with brightly coloured tights, over trousers and/or a blouse – the combinations & variations are almost endless!

detail of fabric from vintage 1960s/70s sleeveless patterned polyester dress

…and what a groovy pattern!

vintage orange Welsh wool tapestry handbag

In the same week he came across this vintage Welsh wool tapestry handbag. And he was even more certain that I was going to keep it for myself – I have a cape and a purse in the exact same fabric & colour!

buckle detail from vintage orange Welsh wool tapestry handbag

It’s in absolutely mint condition – and look at its gorgeous brushed steel clasp!

Forthcoming Attractions: mid August 2011

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selection of vintage items sourced in August 2011 including a vintage carry picnic set, pair of Welsh wool purses, Oxo tin, Viners Splayds and Figgjo Flint bud vase

It’s a while since we did one of our Forthcoming Attractions posts – it features items that we’ve picked up in the previous week that were in the process of photographing & cataloging – items that will hit our website in the very near future.

detail from a selection of vintage items sourced in August 2011 including a vintage carry picnic set, pair of Welsh wool purses, Oxo tin, Viners Splayds and Figgjo Flint bud vase

Some nice bright pottery to start – the slender jug or bud vase is from the Saga range by Figgjo Flint – the cheery floral jug was produced by Sadler in the 1960s.

vintage glass jug from a selection of vintage items sourced in August 2011

We love this vintage 1950s lemonade/water jug – very ‘Festival of Britain’.

pair of Welsh wool purses from a selection of vintage items sourced in August 2011

The Viners Splayds come in their original packaging – perfect for garden parties & barbecues. And not one, but two Welsh Wool purses bought off the same stall – their colours & patterns are so distinctive.

carry case for vintage picnic table & chair set from a selection of vintage items sourced in August 2011

It all sits on a beech coloured table – it’s part of a picnic/camping set with which comes with 4 canvas stools – and which all folds up to form the carry case.  Ideal for the car boot or camper van!