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Silly and Unnecessary (a makers conundrum)
A whimsical chandelier reimagined from a discarded find. Inspired by a previous commission labeled “silly and unnecessary,” I explore the joy and vulnerability of creating without commercial intent or client...
Silly and Unnecessary (a makers conundrum)
A whimsical chandelier reimagined from a discarded find. Inspired by a previous commission labeled “silly and unnecessary,” I explore the joy and vulnerability of creating without commercial intent or client...
Where to find Craftybird - April 2025
Wateryleaf Curio Cafe at Hillmorton Locks opens on 2nd April. The cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10am to 4pm. During cafe opening hours, if we are in and/or...
Where to find Craftybird - April 2025
Wateryleaf Curio Cafe at Hillmorton Locks opens on 2nd April. The cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10am to 4pm. During cafe opening hours, if we are in and/or...
Good news! New life for your old welly boots!
They're like the unsung heroes of the footwear world. They protect your feet and let you conquer puddles with ease. Wellies have style. They say something about you. Green for utility,...
Good news! New life for your old welly boots!
They're like the unsung heroes of the footwear world. They protect your feet and let you conquer puddles with ease. Wellies have style. They say something about you. Green for utility,...
Old friends with feathers…
Old friends with feathers... This cheeky little bird and I go way back - over 25 years, in fact! Born as a logo for my very first business, they started...
Old friends with feathers…
Old friends with feathers... This cheeky little bird and I go way back - over 25 years, in fact! Born as a logo for my very first business, they started...
About Craftybird and the Crew
Hello! I’m Sally, and I live and work aboard my narrowboat, Craftybird, with my ever-watchful (and slightly bossy) crew—Brindley and Daisy. I’ve been working with leather for nearly 20...
About Craftybird and the Crew
Hello! I’m Sally, and I live and work aboard my narrowboat, Craftybird, with my ever-watchful (and slightly bossy) crew—Brindley and Daisy. I’ve been working with leather for nearly 20...
Rose Skinner’s Windlass Belt
This is a story about the most simple, functional and unique windlass belt and the remarkable woman who owned it.
Rose Skinner’s Windlass Belt
This is a story about the most simple, functional and unique windlass belt and the remarkable woman who owned it.