secluded hide-away

Truly inspiring project built between friends in the secluded woods of Beaver Brook! Even the name sounds cool. They documented the building process here with some gorgeous photography... Oh so jealous
found via Kinfolk Magazine

Ruffle Scarf Journey

Hello! Hope it's nice and sunny for you! The rain doesn't seem to be letting up here... I've lots of screen printing orders to complete and waiting for a break in the rain! Otherwise it's been perfect weather for sewing, so it's all about finishing Ruffle Scarves for Saturday's Olive Tree Market. Here's a little photo journey of our Ruffle Scarf processes... the flower mashing(for our botanical ruffles) is still my favourite part...

garden snippets

 before mashing flower scattering onto fabric

 squished flowers - like a mini piece of art!

 the wonderful results of floral imprints

 setting out ruffle colour combos... loving the soft mint colour at the moment

 Finished Ruffle Scarves!

 This is my favourite from the group!

If you've see one that takes your fancy send us a email at elkhornshop@gmail.com
These will probably just be exclusive for the markets! I do hope to get some on our online store soon!!! x

Elkhorn goes International at relish DECOR!

It's taken way too long for me to share our new and first international stockist of Elkhorn, Relish DECOR! Hallie of Silk&Burlap contacted us last year, months before they opened Relish DECOR a tabletop and kitchen division of their exisiting boutique Silk&Burlap. I couldn't believe she found us from all the way 'downtown' Frederick, America! Frederick's located about 45 minutes outside Washington DC and Baltimore... still not really sure where that is.. not having been lucky enough to venture over there yet! Love to know if you have?!

Looking at these images there's a instant warmth to Relish DECOR with mix of vintage and modern. It's actually reassuring to see our Feather Table Runners in a completely different context, complementing and working with eclectic industrial and slightly shabby chic collections!  

I could definitely see myself spending a easy afternoon wandering around relishDECOR discovering all sorts of wonderful treasures. But for now these pictures will have to suffice.

Thanks to Hallie who took a chance on ordering our Elkhorn designs without seeing them in person... hope they are doing well and found new homes already!

Their Mission Statement is really something that resonates with me to...
'To recognize the lasting beauty in vintage goods and to bring accessible style to the lives of our customers through up-cycled treasures blended with conscientiously manufactured wares while supporting the core value of nurturing family, community, and the environment'.
All images from RelishDecor Facebook page.

Scarves - How To!

Since starting the markets I've talked to many customers that are a bit unsure on how to wear scarves so they have just avoided them. I know that feeling and always envied a good friend who wears them every-which-way while looking so effortlessly chic(which goes for everything she wears). This friend(we shall name Jelly) has given me a few tips over the years but it wasn't till we started designing our own scarves that I really had the courage to play around with a few different arrangements.
I've always loved how they can freshen up your wardrobe.. even completing an outfit.
Anyway I thought this scarf demo “25 Ways to Wear a Scarf” from Wendy's look book was too great not to share (found via Frankie Magazine Facebook)



I inherited a few beautiful scarves from my Mana(Nan) which I have really wanted to wear this has definitely given me lots of inspiration for more experimenting!

Pisssst... Elkhorn's on SALE!

It's definitely time to treat you all to a Elkhorn Sale! Everything is 20% off for the next two weeks... ending on Feb 8th. So if you've had your eye on a mustard Feather Cushion a table runner or one of our Dahlia Wrap Scarves... now's a great time to treat yourself or a good friend to a Elkhorn design!
Please head over to our Etsy Store and check it out. If you find something you love then use coupon code 'flyaway' at checkout to receive the 20% off! Thanks for all your wonderful support! xx

From The Land Down Under

Good morning, Happy belated Australia Day!! How are you recovering?
I'm actually not feeling too bad this morning, we had a few celebratory drinks on the veranda, bit of people watching... lots of Australian flags walking down the street! It was pretty chilled day hanging out with good friends and enjoying a great bbq!
The Australia theme continued this morning with Etsy's daily email 'From The Land Down Under' ! I clicked my way through discovering a fine selection of Aussie designers... Plus our Elkhorn Etsy Interview was amongst it all which made it extra exciting! I'm in love with the Vintage Map of Australia and the Frederick Glassware! you can see the full email here.
Hope you enjoy these finds and managed to get a extra sneaky day off! x

Elkhorn Collector Tanks

As Promised...
Phew! Finally Our 'Collector Tank Tops' photographed and up on our Etsy Online Store for your viewing/wearing pleasure! Just in time for Summer ;)
If you had a chance to come to our end of year(2011) markets you may of already stumbled across these... but for those who haven't here they are

 Floral Collector Tank - Natural with Pippie wrap scarf - taupe

 Pippie Collector Tank - Grey with Dahlia Wrap - Bright Red

Floral Collector Tank - Tangerine with Ruffle Scarf

 

 Floral Collector Tank - Sea Blue with Pippie Wrap - Gull Grey

Pippie Tank - Clay with Dahlia Kerchief - Tango

Aptly named the 'Collector Tank' from my love of gathering and beach combing every feather, shell and flower that was unlucky enough to cross my path. Thankfully I have managed to curb this habit and now follow the mantra 'take only pictures, leave only foot prints'!  Anyways.. I'm proud to say these tops are 100% Australia Made. The fabric was made and dyed in Sydney, sewn by a wonderfully skilled lady on the Central Coast and finished with a original Elkhorn design screen prints  in our studio! They were also made in a limited run making them truly unique and individual.
Well that's what I think anyway! Hope you like them x