Pouch's first ever treasury!

Finally bagged a treasury after patiently waiting for what seemed like ages!
What is a treasury?
"The Treasury is a member-curated gallery of short-lived lists of 12 hand-picked items each (plus four alternates). It functions as a high-demand (and pretty!) promotional tool that many devoted Etsians fight to get. Members can feature their favorite items, items selected on a theme, or just however they like. The Treasury is not intended for self-promotion, but instead to acknowledge and share the many cool things for sale on Etsy. Admin often choose an exceptional Treasury list to promote on the home page and occasionally make them to tie into Storque articles or special events and occasions."

Another addition to vintage fabric collection

Thick, heavyweight, vintage Irish linen
acid bright flowers on a chocolate brown background
Fab, vintage fabric, can't wait to use it!

Latest addition to the vintage fabric collection

I'm in love with my latest vintage fabric purchase!
It is vintage Moygashel fabric, in fab shades of blue, green and purple
The fabric name is Pinto and it was designed by Arno Thoner
I have lots of plans for this fabric :)

Moo Cards

Just received my first set of moo cards and I love them!
Moo cards are much talked about on Etsy, so I couldn't resist ordering my own set.
They are a great way to showcase your work

Who needs plastic bags?

When you can use something much prettier and longer lasting instead!




Just listed in our etsy store, a Damson and lilac reversible market tote bag


Perfect for taking to the shops to stock up on provisions
Wide straps make this bag comfortable to carry
Also makes a great knitting bag, book bag, gym bag, you can cram virtually anything into this handy tote

Made from repurposed vintage fabric featuring flowers in shades of purple, lilac and damson
Fully lined with recycled purple corduroy fabric
It features 3 pockets, 2 made in matching vintage floral fabric and 1 in matching purple corduroy

This tote has no visible seams, so it is reversible – making this two bags in one
Nice and roomy
eco-friendly, 100% recycled
Fun and stylish, perfect for year round use

Ethical Expo wine tasting seminar

We attended the Ethical Expo on Saturday 10th May. It was a lovely, warm day and the event was well attended.There were lots of interesting stalls from companies such as Co-op, Ecotricity, Bristol Car Sharing Club, Green Shoes and Bishopston Trading to name just a few.

Above is a photo of the organic wine and food tasting seminar we went along to.
free wine and free food, wonder why I went to that seminar??!
The yummy cooking courtesy of Bordeaux Quay Restaurant and the organic food was supplied by Better Food Company

Ethical Expo 2008

The first Ethical Expo will be held on the 9th and 10th May 2008, incorporating International Fairtrade Day.

"Ethical Expo will help consumers make the right choices by bringing together producers, distributors, resellers and the public. Ethical Expo will cover three areas; Eating, Wearing and Living, with seminars, demonstrations, shows and stands."
"With 60 major exhibitors, a programme of seminars,workshops and key speakers all designed to educate, inform and enthuse the public, Ethical Expo expects in excess of 10,000 visitors over the two days."
Where?
Bristol, UK
9th and 10th May 2008
more info here:
Ethical Expo 2008

Pouch will be taking part in an ethical fashion show at the event on 10th May.
A number of our bags will be featured along with clothes by Adili, Boutique Ethique, Bishopston Trading’s new Lotus Collection, Chandni Chowk, Curious Tales, Ethletic, Green Shoes and People Tree
The show starts at 5.30pm

Fashion show coordinated by Oxfam and FLOCK Fashion

Pouch entry for the April UK challenge

The UK street team's challenge theme for the month of April was "countries"
Pouch entered their Stars and Stripes Clutch purse
This fun wristlet is made from repurposed 'white stars' denim and fully lined with red and white striped cotton
Features a magnetic snap closure and a wrist strap
Fun and stylish, perfect for Summer
Available in our Etsy shop right now!
Stars and Stripes clutch purse