Friday Folksy Finds - Folk

My work has recently been described to me by a lovely American lady as Folk Art.  I had never thought about it like that and this led to my new banner and for me, a new way of thinking about what I like to do.  The new banner, Folksy banner and new business cards are all thanks to Becca, who said I needed 'branding' - so there you go.

Thinking along these lines, I have had a look for 'Folk' pieces on Folksy this week.  Some describe themselves as folk artists and others I have chosen to think of as folk art.  I hope you like them as much as I do.

Ali Bali Jewellery

I love this little silver bird and for me this is a quintessential folk image.  Many people make this little bird in fabric and felt but she has such charm here as a silver pendant. Ali Bali Jewellery is made by Alison Reid working out of Edinburgh.  There are some delightful pieces on her shop, check out the acorn and oak leaf, lovely.

Chris Hagan

I can tell you nothing about Chris Hagan but I adore the work.  It is based on American folk art and medieval beasts.  This is Angel Stag and comes as a limited edition print.  This is an illustration but has a strong collaged feel to it which I really enjoy.  There are some beautiful and unique prints in the shop and well worth a peep.

Dottery Pottery

Dottery Pottery is Sarah Duke Ceramics and there are a host of decorative delights on her shop page.  I think this little folk art apple is just adorable and I am sorely tempted for my new work space, but if your taste runs more to folk birds there is a great selection.  Very pretty and with a great finish with a real folk art feel.

Flossie Limejuice

Flossie Limejuice is owned and run by Shelagh Pickford and this talented lady has made some of my all time favourite items on Folksy over the years. This delightfully prim miss is Miss Muffet who is accompanied by her spider.  I am big fan of prim and a reader of PRIM magazine from Stampington. Miss Muffet would fit in with the American idea of super prim and I am sure she would go down a storm.  Primative folk art is huge in the states but check out Flossie Limejuice for more home grown folk art - love this lady's work.

Fir Tree Knitwear

For hand knits this is a great shop, lots of styles to chose from and very good prices.  I particularly like the socks, all kinds of folky patterns and so well done, but there are mittens, hats and scarves as well as a few homespun pieces.  Check it out for some well earned winter warmers.

Well these are my Folk Finds for this week, when you start to look there are a lot of folk artists out there making wonderful work.  I hope you enjoyed my selection and the warmest of wishes.