Spotlight On The Seller: Andrea Brajer

Andi’s Crafty Creations is a Leeds based business for contemporary soft furnishings which combine traditional and modern techniques. I create bespoke folded book art: I upcycle unwanted books into ornaments and sculptures according to a given theme or subject. My designs are tailored to the requirements of each customer with words, images or geometric shapes folded into the pages to produce a theme, a message or a particular subject.
 

The book covers can also be customised, I decorate them with fabric, paint, and / or the decoupage technique. I use good quality ribbons, laces, and aesthetic charms to enhance the visual. Each folded book is created with the customer or theme in mind, for a decorative purpose.

Decoupage art work: I apply decoupage to artefacts such as small, ornamental wooden hearts or miniature storage boxes, to larger domestic, wooden furniture pieces. Vintage, Shabby Chic and Country Chic are really close to me but I am happy to mix this style with modern elements.

What I really love about this craft is the challenge of giving old, unwanted pieces of furnitures or unwanted books a new life. It’s very satisfying to see something transformed.

Spotlight On The Seller... ‎Giedre Sadauskaite

I am an artist based in Sheffield and specializing in the textile and fine arts field.  My signature is to create a unique touch using traditional techniques and materials for a wide range of products such as hand painted, one-of-a-kind floral silk garments, silk scarves and paintings, as well as quirky happy illustrations onto homeware products to create a bright interior element and bring a smile to everyday life.

My work is primarily inspired by things around me, such as symbols and metaphors used in fairy tales and, reflecting beautiful emotions and nature through use vibrant colours. My most popular line of products is funny cat’s illustrations in various scenarios where I often portray them as humans.

Honoured with a diploma in Textiles at the Academy of Arts in Lithuania, I came to Sheffield where I gained an MA degree in Design at Hallam University. 

While in Sheffield, I embraced new experiences and opportunities to investigate and look from a different perspective as a designer. I have further developed my previous experience in textiles by experimenting and using craft skills, mixing different mediums, incorporating traditional materials, like wool and silk, and transforming them in various contemporary styles to deliver unique pieces.

Spotlight On The Seller... Kyle Bjart

Kyle Bjart oozed into Leeds in 2012 with a pen and pencil and has been drawing in darkened corners of the city ever since. Fabrication have kindly allowed him to display his etchings for sale to an unsuspecting public.

All work for sale is original and one of a kind, heavily influenced by low brow pop culture and ‘horror ennui’. These pictures are best viewed at witching hour bathed in moonlight with a flagon of your favourite tipple. Please consume responsibly.

**Strictly inedible, may contain mild peril, comic mischief and mild nausea, recommended for all audiences everywhere ever.**

Spotlight On The seller... Prim & Proper by Maxi

When we created Prim & Proper By Maxi we wanted to create a brand that you can trust, being born and bred in Yorkshire has helped us create a truly British Brand.  All our candles are made from 100% natural soy wax which burns cleaner and lasts up to 50% longer, which is less harmful to you and the environment.  They are all hand poured in my small kitchen with love.

We believe that candles and home fragrances are the best way of creating ambiance around your home. Fragrance in your home allows you to relax, whether that is entertaining guests, a relaxing sofa day or romancing a loved one with a bubble bath and candlelit dinner.

We have chosen the highest quality soy wax and expertly paired this with natural essences wherever possible. Reed diffusers and votives compliment the range and are available in exquisite gift boxes also handmade in Yorkshire.

Spotlight On The Seller... A Royal Fit

Once upon a time, not too long a go, a little Princess turned 1. Her loving Mummy wanted to create her something special to wear to celebrate and that she could keep forever. "A crown would be adorable!" exclaimed the Princess' Mummy and so, set to work at her sewing machine. A short time passed and a lovely little crown made from felt was created. This crown was worn at a the Princess' birthday party and then for the official first birthday photoshoot.

The Princess' Mummy shared this picture with her friends and family, and pretty soon was asked to make more special crowns for those closest to the family. This interest gave Mummy an idea... why not make this a business? Shortly after, test trading began.

By October, Mummy had people she'd never met before trying to order crowns for their little Princes and Princesses. Once it was proven that there was a business to grow, it all became official.

 
This little business is now known as A Royal Fit, run by Mummy, Sophie Ratchford. You can find crowns, bows, flowers and party hats in Fabrication or on Etsy and Facebook. You can also follow A Royal Fit on Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.

Spotlight On The Seller... Lovely Cosmetics

Lovely is a natural skincare company based in Sheffield. Our skincare is natural, cruelty-free and just a little bit out of the ordinary. We got a bit fed up with natural skincare giving us the same old essential oil-based floral or herbal perfume blends, and decided to do something a bit different. 

Our range consists of body, face, hand and feet treatments, but the products that we love most are our lip balms. From deliciously edible vanilla & honey (our Honey Honey lip balm) to fresh and zesty gin & tonic (our Skin & Tonic lip balm), there's something for everyone. How about Peppermint Dream, a tingly peppermint lip repair formula? Avocado oil and beeswax repair the cracks and chaps in your lips. Or if you're craving happy hour, try I Should Coco, our coconut martini masterpiece. Vanilla and coconut extract will make you feel like you're on a caribbean beach! And last but not least there's Peanut Flutter peanut butter and vanilla lip balm, made with real peanut butter.

We also make three lip colours set in a moisturising avocado oil base, and flavoured with sweet orange essential oil, for colour that cares for your lips. Flamingo is a natural pink, Snow White is a muted rosebud red, or Volcanic is a fiery orangey red.

And if your lips need a little more attention, try Wicked, our chocolate fudge lip scrub. If you have any flaky skin on your lips, take a small amount of this cocoa and honey sugar scrub and buff it in, then lick it off (yes, really!), and pick any lip balm to follow.

Spotlight On The Seller... Twisted Earth Ceramics

 Richard is a local ceramic artist from Twisted Earth Ceramics. 

He creates a range of one off characterful animal sculptures, using a range of techniques to build his pieces, which are carefully detailed. The use of mixed medium which often includes metals, fibres & wood, compliment the often rustic and/or colourful glazes, that make every sculpture really stand out. 

Richard is taking commissions of his customers own pets, who want a sculpture of their best friend, that will last a lifetime. He has examples of various cats and dogs in particular, which can be viewed on his Facebook page, Twisted Earth Ceramics.