Folksy Friday - Taking the Biscuit...

This week, my Folksy Friday selection is a simply a homage to the humble biscuit...
Afterall, how often does this simple confection receive the glory it deserves for all the enjoyment, comfort, nourishment and dunking good fun it brings us?

Only these are biscuits with a difference!

Sorry, but not a single one is edible! Instead, they are adorable, quirky, fun, clever, handmade and totally and utterly absolutely calorie free!  (Almost better than the real things!)

Pour yourself a cuppa, and sit down with this lovely guilt-free plate of biscuits...

(click on the label under each item for more details about the piece and the seller...)

Jammie Dodger Resin Cufflinks

by PennyDog Jewellery

Tea & Cookie Charm Necklace

by Mozzypop

Jammie Dodger Cushion

by design by vickle

Biscuit & Robin

by Sophie Green

Thank You Screenprinted Biscuit Card

by Floois

Jaffa Cake Ring

by Citrus Couture Jewellery

Tunnocks Teacake Kitten

by Nikki Made

Classic Biscuit Magnets

by Sweet Deception

"Biscuit"

by Poly Beads

Ring Biscuit Felt Pin Badge

by Lupin Handmade

Mmmm, they are all rather tasty, aren't they?

Folksy Friday - Amigurumi Zoo

Although I find the name a bit of a tongue twister, I really do lovely the current craze for amigurumi!

For those of you who don't already know, amigurumi is the japanese art of creating small crocheted or knitted stuffed animals.  It has taken off a storm in the crafting world - and I have untold admiration for all the artists who carry the art off successfully.  I am a knitter, but I'm afraid the art of crochet is totally beyond me!  I tried it once and just ended up tying my fingers together, and despite later practise I have retired my crochet hook and  decided to leave it to the experts. I do however, plan to have a go at the knitting version - at the moment I am just master of the jumper! But I will let you know how I get along...

In the meantime, here are some very gorgeous, very cute, very clever little characters, who are all looking for a new home...

(Click on the label below each picture to learn more about the item...)

Cave Bear

by Treaclezoo

White Bunny

by Pink Amaryllis

Chick Egg Cosy

by locket and pocket

Dragon

by The Hunny Bunny Company

Rosyglow HooterNinnie

by Odd Sox

Crochet Kitty

by Isamo Crochet

Valentines Mouse

by SopieCat

Tweedy - Hootie McCutie

by Rosieplumpton

Penguin Family & Igloo

by Cinnamon Street

Sherry the Snail

by Flowers in the Attic

Baby Stanley the Stegosaurus

by Pink Tree Studios

Annie the Cheeky Monkey

by Katies Corner

Aren't they all so gorgeous??!

And if you fancy having a go at creating your own little creatures,

there are simply loads of amigurumi patterns available to buy on

Folksy, simply search for "amigurumi pattern".

Just don't call on me to untie your fingers!!

Sex & Chocolate !!!

Well, that headline grabbed your attention, didn't it!

But what is it about these two subjects that seem to guarantee an audience?
Why are they so frequently compared?
And why do we so often say "Wow, that's even better than...(insert your preferred option)!"

Actually I can't pretend to answer these questions scientifically - I think it might be something to do with endorphins, but then I don't really know what they are either!  All I know is that they are probably the two best sales strategies, and the two most talked about subjects - and the debate will rage on...

So, with Valentine's Day approaching, and both these subjects "hot" on the agenda (!) I thought I would bring you my take on this age old dilemma...

    


                or


                                                                               
Chocolate...
A moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hips!
Sex...
A moment of passion, can lead to maternity fashion!

Chocolate...
A good way to increase your calorie intake.
Sex...
A great way to increase your calorie burn rate.

Chocolate...
Sweet and sticky...
Sex...
Sweaty and sticky...

Chocolate...
Enjoy it on your own, or with friends.
Sex...
Hey, whatever, that's your business!


Chocolate... 
Enjoy a quick treat during your tea break.
Sex...
Ermmmm...??!


Bad Chocolate...? No such thing!
Bad Sex...? Cheerio....!

Now, consider these...

If you get more chocolate than sex - you are probably a sweet-toothed, well rounded, comfort seeking chocaholic...
If you get more sex than chocolate - you are... possibly a floosie?!

Because, let's face it, in an ideal world, we really should be getting a balanced quota of both!

And finally...

If you prefer chocolate to sex - well, maybe you haven't met your ideal partner yet.
If you prefer sex to chocolate - well, you definitely haven't met your ideal chocolate!

On that note - enjoy your Valentine's treats - whatever they may be!!!   ;-)

Folksy Friday - The Power of Love...

Well, with Valentine's Day fast approaching (a week on Monday, in case you need reminding!!) I couldn't not give you a fantastic collection of handmade goodies to give to the one you love...

All the items are hand crafted, unique and definitely made with love too... I have tried to find a few different and quirky pieces for you too.

You should still have time to buy these in time for the 14th, but please do check with the sellers to be on the safe side...

As usual, click on the item name below each picture to find out more:

I'm so in love with you

by mypipsqueak

Love Heart Porcelain Bowl

by Penny Spooner Ceramics

Wee Love Mole

by Quernus Crafts

Bunny Love Tote Bag

by Hoppy Bunnies

Love Cards

by sweet things

Pure Silver Love Heart Charm

by Precious Jewellery by Karen

Groovy Love Cushion

by little a designs

Love You

by Abundant Glass

Heart Shaped Key Ring

by Lizzybeths

Love Necklace

by Winnie World Jewellery

Love Me Till My Heart Stops

by Tigerlily Creations

Last Rolo

by Poesh

Pink Wooden LOVE Sign

by made by kate d

Pink Heart Shaped Stool

by Anne Taylor Designs

Wooden Heart

by Driftwooddreams

So all I have to decide now is, which one do I buy for my hubby??