a look around...

A wee taster of what we have in the shop at the moment (of course, we have so much more). And a gratuitous pic of my chin after a recent fall at the end :)

A little late I know, but at last a pic of my attempt at a Donna Wilson creature (from her The Knitted Odd Bod Bunch book). My first attempt at knitting since I triumphantly completed a (well loved) Mondrian styley mohair jumper circa 1982, aged around 12 (it would seem I peaked too soon in my knitting career). The needles were finally picked up again with the arrival of a number of small people this last wee while. Bunga Bear has gone to live with young Fynn, and if his parents ever forget his date of birth they will find it clumsily 'tattooed' on his rear end. Now on to trying to knit with four needles. If anyone has any tips they would be gratefully received!    

There is a very good interview with Donna Wilson here where she talks about her exhibition at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, her influences, and the growing of her business. Well worth a watch.

some new donna wilson

I've got a bit behind in showing off some of the new things that have been arriving in the shop recently, so to get back in the groove, here are a few of the lovely new things we have in from boo vake favourite Donna Wilson!  

First timers at boo vake are Big Ted (pictured at top), who is a bit of a stunner (& rather large, measuring in at a height of 83cm), gorgeous arm-warmers & mittens, and mixed packs of cards, perfect for sending or for framing. We also have a number of rather stunning baby blankets.

Taking of babies... spurred on by a number of friends having (& about to be having) babies this last wee while I've finally got round to knitting something from Donna's book The Knitted Odd-bod Bunch . First time I've picked up knitting needles since circa 1982 so needless to say 'he' has some imperfections but I'm hoping that might add to the 'charm'!  Will maybe post a pic after said 'odd-bod' is safely in it's new home.

big ted £60, arm-warmers & mittens £38, pk of 5 large cards £12.50 

more scarves...

Some more scarves (& hats) not in our woollies gift guide....
Above: the Rainbow, Tree Cloud, & Pinstripe scarves from Donna Wilson. All knitted in Scotland in 100% lambswool. The Tree Cloud ones are thick and cosy, whilst the Rainbow and Pinstripe ones are long and thin for multiple wrapping. Also Tip Top bobble hats in camel/red and in green/pink

And lovely handwoven scarves from Shetland weaver Emma Blain (Aamos Designs) -in Honey, Satin, & Mermaids Purse designs (bottom left to right). The Honey and Satin ones are woven in lambswool & cashmere, and the Mermaids Purse scarves are lambswool, cashmere & silk. We also have handwoven clasp purses by Emma in Honey and Fair Isle designs.

Donna Wilson: Rainbow scarves £23, Tree Cloud scarves £48, Pinstripe scarves £23, Tip Top hats £35.

Emma Blain: Honey & Satin scarves £40, Mermaids purse scarves £45, handwoven clasp purses £24.

all snowed in...

We're all snowed in here in Perth today. The schools are all closed, as are many shops & businesses, and there's not much movement out on the streets as the snow continues to fall.
And with no end in site for the big chill, what else is there to do but show-off some of the cosy wearable woollies we have in the shop at the moment from the likes of Donna Wilson, Erin McIntyre, Yungi, Catherine Tough, & Hilary grant! All the details of which can be found here.

We also have a range of very beautiful handwoven lambswool, cashmere & silk scarves by Shetland weaver Emma Blain (aka Aamos designs) which would make very special gifts indeed (£40/£45), and other lovely designs from Donna Wilson (tree cloud, rainbow, & pinstripe scarves, and tip-top hats).

Big thanks to the few brave souls who managed to make it to the shop today - with a special mention to the Ayrshire ladies (complete with walking poles) up here on holiday and hoping to make it home tomorrow. Let's hope you make it!

donna's cushions

Owl and Robin lambswool cushions by Donna Wilson are now back in stock in a variety of colours!

fancy goods

Overheard today from some ladies of a certain age outside the shop -"Oh look, it's a fancy goods shop". Love it. Have always been quite taken with the idea of the fancy goods shop.
And fancy goods we have indeed. What could be fancier for a fancy goods shop than a fancy lady with a fabulous fancy beehive.

Use my beehive to dry your dishes teatowel by Donna Wilson in the shop now. Use my beard teatowel back in too. £11

filling those shelves

Lots of lovely new things have been appearing on our shelves this week including some gorgeous new ceramics from Donna Wilson. Beaker Owl (above) has got to be my favourite - a bit of a stunner.

Also from her new ceramic range we have the bone china Meg and Birds Nest plates.

And another new string to this very talented lady's bow is her new printed cotton range. We have Meg cushions and beards nest lavender bags.

Oh and I almost forgot - lambswool combs - to keep your Donna Wilson cushions tip top.

ps. the use my beard to dry your dishes teatowel is back in stock!

beaker owl £12, plates £20, meg cushion £37, beards nest lavender bag £9.50, teatowels £11, lambswool comb £4.50

donna wilson tea-towels

I've just unpacked these fabulous tea-towels from Scottish designer Donna Wilson - aren't they great?! ! Whether you actually use them for the purpose intended (heaven forbid) or hang them on your wall, they would make a great gift and an inexpensive way of getting a bit of Donna 's design in your home - coming in at £11 each.