Photo of thin clouds on a dark blue background
Oops! I just realised I forgot to share the Friday freebie yesterday. I’m so out of practice after being closed for so long. Better late than never! #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
A selection of seed beads in grey purple, red and gold.
Time to start a new beading project. I wonder what it could be? #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
A pair love knot earrings with a purple box on the photo showing a white heart and the words add to wishlist
I’ve added a wishlist feature to the new website so if you want to purchase something at a later date you can find it easily. All you need is an account to share it too. #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Paper featuring yellow umbrellas under grey clouds on a graduated pale grey background
We’re back and that means the welcome return of our Friday Freebie downloads. This week we have Showery April for you, it seemed appropriate after the recent wet weather. We’ve already got one called April showers in case you were wondering about the name 🙂 #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Screenshot of the sale section of the website
The new downlandhandmade.ie website is now live. I’m still adding products so if you’re looking for something specific that you can’t see on there yet just send me a message. There’ll be a few sale offers to kick things off so keep an eye out for those! #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Stamped card sample featuring the Easter bunny carrying a basket of eggs
Happy Easter. Have you opened the chocolate eggs yet? #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Earrings with umbrellas and blue teardrop beads hanging from chain.
A blast from the past! I made these earrings in a few different colours a couple of years ago. With April just around the corner I’m thinking I should make some more. #aprilshowers #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Image of a young girl holding rosary beads while kneeling surrounded by pink roses
I’ve taken a little break from beading to make some Communion cards. #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty #communioncard #firstcommunion
St. Patrick’s Day card made with an Irish Blessing text stamp and shamrock paper.
Whatever you’re doing to celebrate we hope you have a Happy St. Patrick’s Day. #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
St. Patrick’s Day card with an Irish Blessing text stamp.
Whatever you’re doing to celebrate we hope you have a Happy St. Patrick’s Day. #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Photo of seed beads on a mat with a beaded bunny head
I managed to get one bunny made before Ned (our ginger male cat) decided to help me. If you’re not a cat owner this equates to not helpful at all! I will come back to it next week. #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Photo shows a beading needle, a roll of Nymo thread and a Delica seed bead mix in shades of brown,cream and orange.
As it’s nearly Easter I feel it’s time to make some bunny earrings. Check back later to see how they turned out. #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Bracelet made with purple jade and bronze coloured space beads and findings
Hope you’ve had a good week so far. Lots happening behind the scenes here ready for the re-opening next month so there’s not a lot of making being done at the moment. Here’s a photo of one your favourite bracelets that will be available on our new website very soon. #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Strip of beading using cream seed beads
A nice length of peyote stitch beading in progress. I bet you can’t guess what I’m making. #downlandcrafters
Woman’s arm holding a flag through the circle of a female symbol
Good morning and Happy International Women’s Day. I might do a bit of beading to celebrate, how about you? Got any plans? #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Woman holding a flag through the circle of a female sign
Good morning and Happy International Women’s Day. I might do a bit of beading to celebrate, how about you? Got any plans? #downlandcrafters
Keyring with red enamelled charms suspended from a gold handmade chain
Here’s the finished piece. It’s perfect to add your keys to or simply use as a bag charm. #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
A selection of red enamelled charms with jump rings and a keyring clip
New project on the go…check back later to see what I make! #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Photo of an airport runway with a Ryanair wing tip in view
Back on Irish soil! My arms are sore from handling the suitcases but it’s good to be home. #downlandcrafters
Photo of an airport runway with a Ryanair wing tip in view
Back on Irish soil! My arms are sore from handling the suitcases but it’s good to be home. #downlandcrafters
Triple row stretch bracelet with dark and light grey glass beads plus silver tone bars.
I made another triple row stretch bracelet, this time in shades of grey. I’m experimenting with sizing so consequently this one is slightly larger and would fit a standard wrist with wiggle room or would be a perfect fit for a larger wrist. #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Triple row bracelet with pink and lilac glass pearl beads and silver tone tubes.
It’s been a while since I’ve made a multi row stretch bracelet. This one is made using glass pearls. It’s perfect to add a pop of colour to your outfit. #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
New product alert. These gorgeous bracelets feature dyed Jade, also known as Jadeite. The dark amethyst colour pairs beautifully with the bronze tone flower beads. Each bracelet fastens securely with a matching bronze tone toggle clasp. #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Necklace made with long metal bars and a large red heart bead
Good evening, I hope you’ve all had a lovely day so far. I just wanted to pop in and tell you that I have made another version of the heart necklace, this time with longer bars. #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
Handmade necklace with silver coloured metal bars and a red heart
As promised here’s what I’ve been working on. Hope you like my heart necklace. #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
A collection of jewellery tools and supplies including metal bars, jump rings, headpin, clasp and heart bead.
New project alert! Come back tomorrow to see what I made. 🙂 #downlandcrafters #craftbizparty
