Much Ado about nothing...

Hello Floaty folk,

Just a quick post to keep you updated with current affairs at FVD HQ. Put kettle on and get comfy.

Alas no pretty pictures in this blog, because as I type I am sneakily using my husbands laptop... My laptop is at the Tech hospital hopefully being fixed, there wasnt anything specific wrong with it, it just needs a clean up so it runs faster. Hence no piccy's as I am under strict instructions "NOT TO DOWNLOAD ANY PICTURES OR ANYTHING THAT MIGHT MAKE MY COMPUTER AS SLOW AS YOURS" Mr.FVD is so strict sometimes.. ;)

At present I am working on the new mini collection entitled Critter, a mini Collection in FVD land is around half the size of a fully formed collection and is tightly based around a smaller genre, with this one think butterflies, think Birds and the bee's and a dragonfly or 2 to boot...release date is looking to be around Friday.

In line with my new Year's resolution, I am still continuing learning new things, at present I am very much into polymer clay, I just made a stunning Autumn leaves Waterfall necklace but dont want to show yet as the Sun has only just started Shinning and who am I to Jinx it? (Yep im already thinking of Autumn/Winter, sorry but they are my favourite seasons)

Increasingly I am also thinking about expansion, dont get me wrong I love thinking up new collections and bringing them to you, however I want to Show FVD to the World not just FB land, I have contacted afew local gift shops about stocking my items in their shops and am awaiting responses, Im also in the middle of drafting an email to a fellow designer about a collaboration, something I think will benefit us both. Im also having that age old debate in my head, etsy or folksy, folksy or etsy? I know I need to choose one and develop it but which one will be beneficial to my little business? if you have any insights I would be more than grateful to hear your thoughts.

Ok I know I said no pretty pictures, but this is from my hubbies album, Ive started thinking already of a first anniversary present for him, the first year is traditionally paper, and I was thinking I wanted to stick with that, so I am appealing for your help, what can I get the love of my life for our first anniversary to do with paper?

I will buzz off now, lots of crafting to do, shopping list to write, hoover to push around...

Until next time,

Much Love,

Mrs.Floaty x

Competition Winner and a little tiny sneaky peek....

Hello Followers!

Sorry it has been a while since I last blogged, as always life has gotten in the way! Things have been really busy at FVD HQ and I hope to show you some of the reasons why in this post.

Right then lets not waste any more time, onto the COMPETITION WINNER!
The Winner was chosen by random generator.org, I dont have time to mention everyone that was entered BUT if you bought something AND if was delivered to you between the 10th June and 10th July then you were entered. I Like this competition because it rewards regular and loyal customers rather that just followers.

THE WINNER OF THE £15.00 VOUCHER TO SPEND ON FVD PRODUCTS IS (drum roll please)
Number 51 ~ CLAUDIA SMITH! WELL DONE!

(T's and C's ~ Voucher can be redeemed against any FVD jewellery piece already made or any FVD textile piece already made, Voucher can also be redeemed against a custom Textile Piece BUT NOT a Custom Jewellery piece. Voucher can be used as part payment for an item, this Does NOT include Postage. Voucher must be Used in one transaction on one or more pieces but any left offer monies cannot be saved and carried over. Voucher is Valid until 16/08/12)

What's been happening behind the scenes at FVD HQ:

As some of you may remember I made a new years resolution to explore and develop more techniques and media under the jewellery making umbrella, So far, I have done Wirework, started using gemstones, Resin and Now Polymer clay. I am comitted to bringing you a wide variety of items and choices.

Polymer clay is a great medium to work with, Mr.FVD calls it adult Play doh and he would be right but Shhh..we dont want him getting too big for his boots ;)

Here is a sneaky peek of the latest items to come out of the oven....

I have been exploring using stamps and textures with clay and mica powders aswell as patina. What do you think? I cant wait to make the feathers into a gorgeous set!

A close up of the feather set. It shines beautifully in the light because of the patina. you will also notice the green flower buttons, Clay is great for making funky, bright buttons at the drop of a hat especially when you dont have any in your stash that will match your project!

Also at FVD HQ my jewellery rolls have become more and more popular, An ideal way to transport your FVD pieces on a weekend away, your summer holiday or simply to look pretty on your dresser. Here are 3 I have made recently. 

I love working with gorgeous fabrics, dont forget to custom order a jewellery roll is the same price as a ready made one, still only £14.99, to see fabrics in stock check out:

http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.358887817499515.98166.170834552971510&type=3

As for the hubby, we continue to grow stronger during our first year of marriage, there have been some mega grown up chats going on recently and we are very excited for the future!

Until Next time, take care,

Mrs.Floaty. x