40 ways to use conkers in the home - featuring conker crafts, conker recipes, and practical uses for conkers.
The World Conker Championships take place in Southwick, a village in Northamptonshire, where spectators watch competitors from 10 countries do battle with a nut and a 12in piece of string
Conkers are great fun to collect and play with for children of all ages.* They are the seeds of horse chestnut trees and these wonderful, autumnal treasures can easily be found on nature walks amon…
Conker is a large scale solid bronze sculpture by Adam Paddon. A fantastic showcase of this sculptors mastery of his chosen medium, the colouration and patina achieved on this sculpture tricks the eye with an extraordinarily high level of realism. Adam Paddon's collection of stunning bronze 'fruit' sculpture highlights his fascination and aptitude for using modern materials in unconventional ways in order to create the effect of an organic appearance, applying what he coins a “crisp twist on nature”Artwork InformationSolid bronze sculpture with a Burr wood plinth3 bronze sections, to be re-posed as desiredSigned by the artistNumbered edition of 25Size 30cm by 24cm by 17cm approximatelyReceive 5% off your first order with code ROSE05Glossary of Terms
Publisher SelectaPlay and developer Hungry Pixel have announced NetherWorld for Switch, an action-adventure narrative experience making its way to the console
Typewriter Lampshades Alice Jacket Polaroid SLR Camera Singer Sewing Machine Unbelievable but true - All of these objects have been crafted from paper. As you know, Jennifer Collier has long been one of my favourite artists. She has just unveiled her new website and I am once again in awe of the intricacy and detail of each of her creations. I can but urge you to have a look for yourself.... Please don't forget to enter my giveaway!
Conker is a large scale solid bronze sculpture by Adam Paddon. A fantastic showcase of this sculptors mastery of his chosen medium, the colouration and patina achieved on this sculpture tricks the eye with an extraordinarily high level of realism. Adam Paddon's collection of stunning bronze 'fruit' sculpture highlights his fascination and aptitude for using modern materials in unconventional ways in order to create the effect of an organic appearance, applying what he coins a “crisp twist on nature”Artwork InformationSolid bronze sculpture with a Burr wood plinth3 bronze sections, to be re-posed as desiredSigned by the artistNumbered edition of 25Size 30cm by 24cm by 17cm approximatelyReceive 5% off your first order with code ROSE05Glossary of Terms
Magic lantern thaumatrope circa 1890 I'm sure you've all seen a kaleidoscope before and I wrote about thaumatropes here but what a a zoetrope or a praxinoscope? Advertisement from Emile Reynaud's praxinoscope Inspired by my recent visit to the film museum in Paris and the wonderful exhibition on magic lanterns, painted film and 400 years of cinema, I've been looking for some of examples of optical toys and early forms of animation. Thaumatrope, circa 1880 Detail of a magic lantern slide - The magic lantern and bear showman, Lapierre, circa 1850 Animation is a fascinating subject. I have a few magic lantern slides and flick books at home but nothing quite as beautiful as these shadow cards A set of 12 shadow cards, circa 1880 or these mechanical slides Handpainted mechanical slide I'd love to start collecting zoetrope and phenakitiscope disks like these (there are some absolutely beautiful ones in the exhibition). Zoetrope disc, circa 1860 French phenakitiscope disk, A.Giroud, circa 1850 French phenakitiscope disk, A. Giroud, 1850 French phenakitiscope disk, A.Giroud, circa 1850 The V&A's Childhood Museum is a reliable source of information if you're interested in finding out more about early animation techniques and can't get to Paris to see the magic lantern exhibition. All of these examples above came from François Binetruy's Orangerie antique shop in Versailles. François has been collecting items for over 40 years and has acquired some amazing pieces, which he has put on line here. Go and explore his site, it really is a treasure trove for lovers of vintage toys and all things animation-related. à suivre...
It's cold, it's snowing everywhere and it's time for some colour. Merijn Hos' bright Wood Sculptures are a perfect winter pick-me-up, don't you think? The entire series of the Dutch artist / illustrator's 109 faces was recently on show in the US at Beginnings, NYC. I think they look fantastic grouped together. I love the niave, primitive quality to some of these characters, and enjoyed showing them to my kids yesterday. Inspiration for a craft project with your own children or art students, perhaps? Why not? I'm sure they'd have great fun fashioning a few funny figures out of cardboard. A rich and varied portfolio for you to explore. Love! via
Browse theConker Gallery
Sometimes, you wait a while, then the penny drops, the puzzle fits, click, c'est ça, oui, that's it, just like that, just so. Thank you for the beautiful shapes, colours and inspiration: Miguel Tanco Nixie Clothing Bloesem Wears IJM / ledansla Hase Weiss
The Dogs and The Fox - Aesop I came across these beautiful textile sculptures by Bryony Jennings from Pretty Scruffy a while ago and I've been dying to share them on K&C. If you look at Pretty Scruffy's gallery and shop, I'm sure you'll agree that Bryony's work really is different. I think the donkey and the doe are two of the nicest handmade soft sculptures I have ever seen.
Make a conker god's eye with this fabulous autumn craft from Rhubarb and Wren. A little tool work, a little weaving, and lots of fun!
Make a conker god's eye with this fabulous autumn craft from Rhubarb and Wren. A little tool work, a little weaving, and lots of fun!
It's a while since I've come across a collection of soft toys with so much personality! I love Zilasaule's original handmade creatures all the way from Moscow. Although Ilya Donets and Margarita Stchetinskaya focus primarily on illustration, they are also keen to undertake graphic design and art projects, with a little help from their daughter Zoe (great styling!) I'm not sure if they've opened a shop yet, but they do have an uptodate blog (in Russian), which I will be following from now on. My Find of The Day, then!
Width 19cm Height 10cm Spacious main compartment Secure zipped section at front Made in Somerset Unlined Packaged in a H&T dustbag The Luna purse has a pretty half moon shape flap, and is stunning in our signature conker Italian veg tanned leather. The gorgeous, and easy to use ring shaped zip pull opens a secure zipped section. Use the leather covered popper to open and find a spacious and practical main compartment and reveal the secure zipped section for coins. The Luna makes the perfect partner for our Eddie, Anna and Russet tote bags. "I've only been using my purse for 2 weeks but already don't want to live without it!" - Lisa-Marie, Preston "The feel of the purse is amazing and the smell is pure heaven. The purse feels just right in your hand perfect. Perfect" - Rachel, Penzance
It's cold, it's snowing everywhere and it's time for some colour. Merijn Hos' bright Wood Sculptures are a perfect winter pick-me-up, don't you think? The entire series of the Dutch artist / illustrator's 109 faces was recently on show in the US at Beginnings, NYC. I think they look fantastic grouped together. I love the niave, primitive quality to some of these characters, and enjoyed showing them to my kids yesterday. Inspiration for a craft project with your own children or art students, perhaps? Why not? I'm sure they'd have great fun fashioning a few funny figures out of cardboard. A rich and varied portfolio for you to explore. Love! via
Browse theConker Gallery
Fall is conker season! We'll give you all the info you need to find these fun nature treasures and make fun crafts from them with your kids.
40 ways to use conkers in the home - featuring conker crafts, conker recipes, and practical uses for conkers.
Sometimes, you wait a while, then the penny drops, the puzzle fits, click, c'est ça, oui, that's it, just like that, just so. Thank you for the beautiful shapes, colours and inspiration: Miguel Tanco Nixie Clothing Bloesem Wears IJM / ledansla Hase Weiss
Photo realistic conkers and leaves by Penkridge Ceramics have always been a popular choice of gift from the Jardine Gallery.
Autumn is here and there are conkers galore so here are 5 quick and easy conker crafts for kids and activities kids can do with conkers...........
The Dogs and The Fox - Aesop I came across these beautiful textile sculptures by Bryony Jennings from Pretty Scruffy a while ago and I've been dying to share them on K&C. If you look at Pretty Scruffy's gallery and shop, I'm sure you'll agree that Bryony's work really is different. I think the donkey and the doe are two of the nicest handmade soft sculptures I have ever seen.
Make a conker god's eye with this fabulous autumn craft from Rhubarb and Wren. A little tool work, a little weaving, and lots of fun!
Make a conker god's eye with this fabulous autumn craft from Rhubarb and Wren. A little tool work, a little weaving, and lots of fun!
It's a while since I've come across a collection of soft toys with so much personality! I love Zilasaule's original handmade creatures all the way from Moscow. Although Ilya Donets and Margarita Stchetinskaya focus primarily on illustration, they are also keen to undertake graphic design and art projects, with a little help from their daughter Zoe (great styling!) I'm not sure if they've opened a shop yet, but they do have an uptodate blog (in Russian), which I will be following from now on. My Find of The Day, then!
Width 19cm Height 10cm Spacious main compartment Secure zipped section at front Made in Somerset Unlined Packaged in a H&T dustbag The Luna purse has a pretty half moon shape flap, and is stunning in our signature conker Italian veg tanned leather. The gorgeous, and easy to use ring shaped zip pull opens a secure zipped section. Use the leather covered popper to open and find a spacious and practical main compartment and reveal the secure zipped section for coins. The Luna makes the perfect partner for our Eddie, Anna and Russet tote bags. "I've only been using my purse for 2 weeks but already don't want to live without it!" - Lisa-Marie, Preston "The feel of the purse is amazing and the smell is pure heaven. The purse feels just right in your hand perfect. Perfect" - Rachel, Penzance
This is how it started: An abundance of beautiful conkers from the park. What to do with them? Eva naturally started to play with them: counting, arranging, touching and, ahem, licking. They seemed so shiny and beetle-y, so that is what they became. I used a mixture of enamel paint (the little pots used for model-making) and ready mixed poster paint. The enamel paint gave a fantastic finish but took ages - at least 24 hours - to dry, whereas the poster paint took a couple of coats and dried quickly but also chipped easily. Nail varnish would be good, or some sort of coloured lacquer, if such a thing exists. I made a nice box for them to live in and some grass to munch on. We took them back to the park. They went on the roundabout: the little elephant ride: and then had a rest on a bench. Eva wanted to sleep with them, a seal of approval if ever there was one. I am so pleased with how these turned out, they brought so much colour and play to a rainy gloomy day. {the fab eleven}
On our way to school, we always pass by a large tree with tons of…
Make a conker god's eye with this fabulous autumn craft from Rhubarb and Wren. A little tool work, a little weaving, and lots of fun!
40 ways to use conkers in the home - featuring conker crafts, conker recipes, and practical uses for conkers.
Browse theConker Gallery
40 ways to use conkers in the home - featuring conker crafts, conker recipes, and practical uses for conkers.
Make a conker god's eye with this fabulous autumn craft from Rhubarb and Wren. A little tool work, a little weaving, and lots of fun!
Launched at Baby & Kids Expo this month, Tuschinoco is a new company offering children's furniture and playground equipment made from reinforced corrugated cardboard. The entire line of products, designed by Masahiro Minami, is fun, durable and recyclable, as well as being pleasing to the eye. How can any kid resist an eco-animal chair or a huge tractor with a slide? Via Spoon & Tamago
Bonjour ! Rusty nails, well-worn linen and distressed wood with a long, long story to tell... If you've been following me here or on pinterest for a while, you will know how much I love simple, soulful finds. Our own home is full of them, collected over the almost thirty years I have lived in France. I have always loved vintage items, and I enjoy giving them a new life or juxtaposing them with something modern or unexpected to bring out and enhance their simplicity. We try to go the local flea markets regularly and although we've already accumulated so many things, I usually bring something new home every time...no self-control in the vintage department you see! I often dream of having my own little bricks-and-mortar shop to share my love of vintage and handmade objects. I wouldn't need a big space, small and intimate would be fine. I would invite guest exhibitors - artists, artisans, makers of magic - to share my humble commercial abode. Creativity would reign, coffee would be served and cakes eaten too! If I close my eyes, I can see it all quite clearly... I think my ideal shop would look like Coil4 I am so happy that I have found this Japanese store! all images taken from coil4's blog - un régal !
