Thought I’d better let you all know about all the goings on at Bunyip over the past few months. First, I have to apologise for my tardy blog writing over 2009, it’s been such a busy one for us that I’ve struggled to find time for sitting down, let alone writing! But I have been working hard on getting new products on to the website and into the shop, as well as expanding our workshop and kit offerings.
Talking of expanding, my little family is growing. I am 5 months pregnant with our 2nd baby which is wonderful news for Bunyip’s Saturday staff in about 15 years time! This means that I will disappear around March 2010, but my superb team will be perfectly able to deal with all your bead related needs!
Right what have I been up to? Well, we’re had projects in both Make and Making Jewellery over the year. Both of these designs, the Vintage Glamour Necklace and Button and Donut Necklace, are available on the website, as a kit or ready-made necklace. I really enjoy doing the projects for these magazines, it’s nice working to a brief rather than just doing what I like, though it is a bit stressful getting all the information and pictures in on time, as well as the kit designed and on the web by publication date. I always try to make each project a kit too, so it’s easy for you to buy the project as one piece rather than having to buy each bit separately. Do let me know what you think of the kits, as we are very happy to make any improvements needed.
We are currently putting together a much wider workshop programme for our new workshop space, which is just around the corner from our Exeter shop. We will be having workshops taught by many different teachers, including many different crafts and basicly I can’t wait. We are working our socks off to have this all in place by January, so watch this space.
I have so much more to tell you about, but have to whizz off to the shop now, as it’s Christmas and busy busy busy. I promise to write more as soon as I find the time.
We look forward to seeing you all soon, ont’ web or in person! Mattie