January 12th, 2008

LINNET

I’m officially in Love. I knew I would be. LINNET is most definitely in my top ten shops in the whole wide world. No, make that top five.

My parcel arrived early this morning. It was probably more exciting than Christmas. Up we got Astrid and I, and out to carefully and slowly unwrap and examine the delights that lay within.

The calendar is lovely, with a different set of cute watercolours for each month. I bought this to inspire me to get my watercolours out and use them. I’ve already hung it next to my new inspiration board. So I’m feeing quite organised this year.

The linen I bought, tiny pieces they were, are of the most amazing quality I’ve ever felt. It’s by no means cheap but worth every penny. This grain-sack linen is so heavy and just exquisite.

What had initially led me to LINNET, my google search for linen ribbon, all simply gorgeous as well. Funnily, the day after ordering this I inherited a roll of about 20 metres of antique linen tape.

The yarn on the left hand side above is a very fine white linen. I was left my grandmother’s crochet hooks, amongst which were many lace hooks. So I also picked up some little crochet motif patterns – so I’ll now have a good excuse to actually sit down and watch a dvd tonight whilst crocheting some of these.

I’ve still got to finish the four bags I started making yesterday which I’ll do today. But for now it’s time to get ready for the day and head to La Cigale market where we’ll fill my new tote bag with gorgeous fresh produce then sit down with a yummy hot moccachino and watch the world go by.

21 Responses to “LINNET”

Creature of Habit says...
My great grandmother used that same type of fine linen thread for tatting (crocheting with a fine needle). I still have TONS of it, and I don’t know what to do with it. Perhaps this will inspire me to take it up again.

January 12th, 2008 at 9:14 am
Megan says...
Oh, so beautiful. Must stop spending on crap so I can afford stuff like this.

January 12th, 2008 at 10:48 am
Jennifer says...
Yes, isn’t LINNET nice? Her work is often featured in sewing magazines here.

January 12th, 2008 at 1:38 pm
Veronica TM says...
i am jealous, i have to admit. i discovered linnet a while ago and have been dreaming about it ever since.
enjoy all the goodness, charlotte. and have a beautiful weekend!

January 12th, 2008 at 5:02 pm
shula says...
I still haven’t blinked.

That is just heavenly

January 13th, 2008 at 1:12 am
hrsj says...
Oh, those are beautiful! You will enjoy those I am sure of it!

January 13th, 2008 at 5:07 am
Ravenhill says...
What delightful goodies you have received! You seem to find the most beautiful materials to use.

January 13th, 2008 at 7:49 am
Jo says...
How was your visit to the market. Must get there sometime, sounds fab. Love all those Linnet goodies. I like how they bundled it up with such love.

January 13th, 2008 at 11:53 am
alison says...
Oh my goodness! That parcel is quite simply heaven! The colours, the quality, the naturalness, the clean look is just perfect.
Why haven’t I ordered from them before? WHY?? WHY?????

January 13th, 2008 at 5:19 pm
erin says...
what a lovely package!

January 14th, 2008 at 3:54 am
Anna says...
lovely- how nice to receive something like that in the mail!

January 14th, 2008 at 8:22 am
amy says...
their stuff is so lovely!

January 14th, 2008 at 12:36 pm
kelly says...
oh my, this store is so beautiful! thank you so much for introducing me! -kb

January 14th, 2008 at 9:32 pm
joanna says...
such a beautiful package!! great mail day!!

January 14th, 2008 at 9:46 pm
Line says...
That sure looks like beautiful things!
And your blog and your creations are impressive, too!

January 15th, 2008 at 7:12 am
kimberlee says...
isn’t it a treasure to get something in the mail. these people are onto it with their minimal packaging, it looks beautiful all wrapped up

-kimberlee

January 15th, 2008 at 12:24 pm
Kajsa says...
Everything is beautiful!

January 15th, 2008 at 7:51 pm
Jen says...
I love this store! I can never afford anything there, but one day I’m sure I’ll be able to splurge. Its such a pretty site – so inspirational. I just window shop, but its nice to know the products are as good as they look! I can’t wait to see what you do with them. Mental note: must purchase more linen…

January 18th, 2008 at 1:22 am
hillary says...
I’ve just discovered that site and have become very obsessed in a short time. your packages are so beautiful, enjoy them!

January 18th, 2008 at 7:50 am
Wendy says...
What a great shop. Your purchases are beautiful. I love that linen ribbon edged in the aqua blue. I will be ordering something soon. You make beautiful things! Wendy

February 7th, 2008 at 8:00 am
amandamonkey says...
Thank you for the lovely card you sent for the Mid-Winter Gocco Swap. I love the print and fabric touches make it extra fun!

March 3rd, 2008 at 6:24 am