http://www.randombutton.co.uk en-gb randombutton.co.uk 2012-3-21T00:00:00Z randombutton.co.uk http://www.randombutton.co.uk/page6.htm#115052 Have you seen the WOW Thank You site recently Its a great site that proudly promotes home grown craft and design talent from around the UK with over 750 designer makers youre sure to find a gift for every occasion whether it be for friends family or just a little treat for yourself ...go on take a look...Heres a little collection of my favourite pieces currently listed on the site... Large Blue Ceramic Heart by Dottery Pottery Iced Easter Biscuits by Pretty Tasty Personalised Mini Initial Charm Necklace with Swarovski Crystal Heart by Cherished Heart Jewellery Cotton Cottage Spotty Dog Soft Toy by Cotton Cottage Vintage Tea Cup and Saucer Pin Cushion by Random Button x65279 2012-3-21 15:50:37 http://www.randombutton.co.uk/page6.htm#114270 Heres quick little saturday treat for you to make and enjoyMrs Moons Rocky RoadIngredients250g Dark Chocolate150g Butter4 tbsp Golden Sryup200g Digestive Biscuits150g Brazil Nuts150g Glacier Cherries125g Mini MarshmallowsMethodMelt the chocolate butter and golden sryup in a pan over a low heat.Crush the biscuits and nuts.Take pan off the heat when melted and add all ingredients.Mix together until all is covered in chocolate mix.Pour into foil lined tray and put to set in the fridge.Leave to set until hardend.Add some icing sugar for decoration.And last but no means least ...EAT IT... mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm delicious x 2012-3-10 13:34:15 http://www.randombutton.co.uk/page6.htm#113543 Zoes Blog... People would think that doing a creative job would mean that you probably lived in a handmade filled house when in reality youre so busy making things for other people you neglect your own home so here is something Ive been working on for myselfTheres a multitude of free knitting and crochet patterns online just waiting to be made up by creative hands so I thought I would try and inspire some of you to get making by showing you one of the cushions Ive whipped up for my own sofa basing my design on a pattern I found onlineThe Slip Stitch Cushion pattern comes from the Blacker Yarns website An a amazing website selling wonderful yarns patterns kits and much more www.blackeryarns.co.uk I chose a simple pattern that didnt require too much concentration perfect for knitting in front of the T.V but something that was still a bit special I adapted the design by choice and by getting a little bit carried away by including a rib with button holes for the closing and doi... 2012-2-28 20:58:56 http://www.randombutton.co.uk/page6.htm#111082 This week at Random Button we have been glued to the computer and dedicated out precious crafting time to paper work paper work and yet more paper work Weve been writing press releases chasing up orders and the printer has been working in overdrive printing out our newly designed trade catalogues were giving him a rest today to get his breath back If you work from home youll know how difficult it is to keep focused and dedicated to the task in hand rather than getting distracted by day to day life this mornings washing up laundry twitter etc. the list really is endless But wouldnt working from home be so much easier if your office spacecraft room looked like one of these room ideas from House toHome House to Home House to Home Weve found these other great home office ideas from UK sellers on Etsy This would make an ideal desk to work on from Henley and Co These sticky note pads from Vivid would be great for those scribbled notes Or even thi... 2012-1-24 15:15:53 http://www.randombutton.co.uk/page6.htm#110429 So as thoughts well and truly turn to the year ahead many of you will be thinking its time for a bit of a change We all have spring clean sitting on the top of our 2012 to do lists along with plenty of other diy jobs that have all been mounting up for the last few weeks Hopefully were going to give you some inspiration to kick start that artistic interior talent So rip down that old wallpaper bag up the bits for the charity shop and get busy We all love a bit of craft and this year its going to be as big if not bigger as it has ever been before granny chic is in and handmade is where its at Here at Random Button we love a bit of knit and that doesnt have to stop at knitted jumpers and a hat and scarf combo As much as we love them too And whether you knit or not in our opinion a house isnt a home without a knitted cushionblanket or two or three or four What Its cold outside So heres a few of our favourite pieces to knit up your nest This wallpaper is amazing and if I ha... 2012-1-15 12:57:32 http://www.randombutton.co.uk/page6.htm#107697 So Waterperrys christmas market is over for another year we had a great time selling our delights and showing off our knitting and crochet skills with a few demonstrations but most importantly we made it through the cold in one piece with the help of some thermals and quite a few hot water bottles Whilst were updating the online shop and adding some new bits in time for all your christmas shopping we thought we would share with you some of the photos we took at the start of the weekend x 2011-11-28 13:21:09 http://www.randombutton.co.uk/page6.htm#107330 Yes we finally have to admit that Christmas is well and truly around the corner The gift rush has started and as any crafter knows this is the busiest time of the year But we wouldnt have it any other way Our christmas highlight comes this weekend as well be having a stall at the very festive Waterperry Gardens Christmas Market. Running on both saturday and sunday 26th 27th Nov 2011 in the grounds of Waterperry Gardens in Wheatly Oxfordshire the christmas market will click start your festivities The market will be filled with talented local artists and craftspeople providing beautiful and unique gift ideas with an emphasis on british handmade products there will also be decorations and wreathmaking demonstrations plus a well stocked tea shop selling lots of seasonal goodies Not only do they have the delights of the festive market but there are inpsirational presentsaplenty in the Gift Barn and Gallery. Theres loads to see and do at Waterperry it has everything from a saxon church ... 2011-11-22 19:40:32 http://www.randombutton.co.uk/page6.htm#105065 Hello Zoe here thought I would write the next addition for the Random Button blog bit of a challenge as Lauras last blog recommendation involved cake as every blog should. The vampa museum currently have an exhibition called the power of making this is a must see. Running from 6 September 2011 2 January 2012 it has an eclectic collection of pieces from a giant gorilla made of coat hangers to an evening gown made of dress makers pins. Each piece is beautifully made my personal favourite included the crochet bear obviously the flooring and the ceramic eye patches. There is also an interesting video which shows the different process involved in making each of the pieces. Image Crochetdermy bear Crochetdermy bear 169 Shauna Richardson I visited the exhibition after work one friday evening. Opening times The VampA host late nights on friday once a month. There is a cocktail bar and music in the main entrance so its perfect to go and relax take in the exhibitions a... 2011-10-20 12:48:00 http://www.randombutton.co.uk/page6.htm#101783 Blog time again So this week weve been putting our social networking skills to the test It feels like weve been spending more time sat infront of a computer than creating but were now part of the twitter phenonemon You can follow us at www.twitter.comRandomButton to keep up to date our day to day ramblings Weve also created a new facebook page so follow the facebook link on the left hand side and like our page dont forget to spread the word We havent just been computer geeks this week weve spread the Random Button empire a little further Cakewalk is a lovely vintage shop in Ilkley West Yorks and from this week they will be stocking some of our jewellery items so weve been busy creating a special autumn collection for them Check out their website to see what other pieces they sell www.cakewalkvintage.co.uk Whilst weve got your attention we thought we would share a little shopping gem with you ... If you love vintage antiques furniture cake etc then youll be very excited about... 2011-9-4 18:05:38 http://www.randombutton.co.uk/page6.htm#100808 So I thought I would finally get round to writing our first blog Yep its taken some blood sweat and tears but eventually after a long time in the making the Random Button blog is now up and running so if youre reading this then its a good excuse to relax for a few minutes go put the kettle on and grab a few biscuits we know you want to Here we can keep you up to date with all the creative happenings at Button Towers things we like things we dislike and if youre lucky we might even share some of our trade secrets with you Let me take this opportunity to introduce the creative geniuses cough cough that are the brains behind Random Button Well there is myself Laura a compulsive knitter and big fan of cake who takes care of the day to day running of this small empire and Zoe who when shes not earning a crust in London uses her spare time to make some of our delicious creations She also likes a biscuit or 2 We also utilise the expert skills of Christina when it comes to the technicalph... 2011-8-19 18:12:03