by freshlyfound | Oct 3, 2016 | art, design projects, exhibit, wood
The Wood Work Story I am a collector of goodies. I am energised by the vibrant rhythm of similar items grouped together. Lately i have been drawn to wooden items – in particular wood that ‘works’ for us. (wood work) I have picked up many homeless...
by freshlyfound | Jun 13, 2016 | proteas, wedding
Over the past 6 months, we have navigated 2 house/office/studio moves. We are happily settling down into our new space which has a magnificent view over the Krantzkloof Gorge. Despite the upheaval, we’ve managed to produce a few pretty freshly found goodies,...
by freshlyfound | Sep 16, 2015 | decor, DIY, recycled, tutorial, vintage, wedding
My granny loved cut-glass. I remember her visiting our home, and as a huge favour to my mom, she would wash the cut-glass collection that decorated the sideboard in our diningroom. I remember the sense of pride we all had as the pieces were placed back all bright and...
by freshlyfound | Sep 7, 2015 | crochet, DIY, Fabric and textiles, recycled, tutorial, vintage
A quick fun project with a really rewarding outcome – DIY instructions to convert a circular charity-shop-find tablecloth into a trendy draped-front waistcoat. Rectangular crochet tablecloths are great for reusing as throws or bed covers, but circular ones are a...
by freshlyfound | Apr 17, 2015 | proteas, recycled, wedding
I just had to share this latest order with you. What a delight to work on a huge order of pure white paper proteas! Made mostly from recycled materials – especially the pure white paperOnce a large order is made up, I find it personally so satisfying to see the...
