Fabulous Fripperies go online!

If you were one of the many visitors to the Hidden Teapot's Crafty Christmas Market on Sunday just gone, then you may have come across the beautiful, hand-made make-up purses that made their debut on the SoS15 stall.

If you missed them, fear not! SoS15 is now online at BOUF, the innovative curated marketplace where you can discover design-led products and gifts with a twist.

Over the next couple of days, all 5 of the current available styles will be available to buy on www.bouf.com

If you're looking for a unique gift for someone this Christmas, it's good to bear in mind that these make-up  purses have been produced in very small quantities so you really will be buying unique!

A twist on the traditional

Sonia will be joining us on Sunday with her beautiful and unique accessories and pieces for the home. You'll find her near the entrance where her wonderful work will be adding a splash of colour to the Crafty Market.

Crafty Crochet Anyone?

The Beckenham Crafty Christmas Market is but a couple of days away, yay! As well as the sugar paste demo at 2.30, there will be a crochet demo too. At 4pm, there will be a fab demo showing you how to make a 'Granny Star'. Ooh, who doesn't need more Granny Star's in their life?!

Get yourselves over to Lisa's stall - she'll be situated near the entrance, and learn how to crochet! The demo is FREE! You'll be able to buy the Granny Star kit too so you'll have everything you need to make your own star garland.

Sugarpaste Made Easy!

Fancy making your own cake for Christmas? Or maybe buying one and passing it off as your own (ahem)? Well, this Sunday you can learn how to make a sugarpaste angel cake decoration and you can buy the kit too! That way, you won't be fibbing when you say "I made it!".

JudyK will be running the demonstration at the Beckenham Crafty Christmas Market at 2.30pm. Judy will be situated near the pop-up tearoom so get yourselves a cuppa and come and watch the talented Judy give away some of her secrets. The demo is Free so get there with time enough to secure your space. See you there, teapots!

Vintage Va-Va-Voom!

As if proof were required that some things just get better with age, enter the divine, inaugural collection of make-up purses from Fabulous Fripperies.

Fabulous Fripperies create glorious, hand-made products in London and their main proviso is that all the fabric they use is either vintage or high-end designer and at times it is both.

This collection comprises of six styles, and only five of each have been made. The fabric includes vintage Laura Ashley which is over 35 years old and a Warner & Sons fabric which dates to the 1950's! This treasure trove of fabric has been lovingly stored so is as vibrant as the day it was printed. What better way to celebrate this wonderful heritage than getting to see it every day!

The make-up purses will be available on the SoS15 stall at the Beckenham Crafty Christmas Market, and at this time are not available anywhere else!! Orderly queue please, ladies.

Max & Me at the Crafty Market

The Hidden Teapot is delighted to welcome Max & Me to the Beckenham Crafty Christmas Market. Not only are their prints beautiful they are designed to be enjoyed by the youngest of newborns who can see only contrasts and lines as well as young babies, toddlers and children alike. Unlike traditional nursery art, they are contemporary and unisex (i.e., no baby blues and girlie pinks) and can be enjoyed by adults as much as children bringing style to their little worlds!

As a christmas special they will showcasing their new Christmas cards including babies first christmas and our alphabet posters - the perfect Christmas present for your little one!

Getting Crafty at the Crafty Xmas Market!

There'll be tons of fun to be had for the little teapots at next weeks Crafty Christmas Market in Beckenham. We're delighted to welcome Crafty-Hands to the day who will taking care of the craft table. There will be lots to do for youngsters aged 3 – 13. How about decorating a Christmas cookie or making a tree dec or two? There'll be plenty of glitter, glue, paint and bling to really get the creativity flowing! Let Crafty Hands keep the mini teapots busy whilst you browse the stalls or enjoy a pot of tea. See you soon! x

Glamour Overdrive in Beckenham!

So, that magical time of year is fast approaching and before Santa shimmies down the chimney it's time to P-A-R-T-Y! Wanna look Amaze and stand out from the crowd? Get ye down to the Crafty Christmas Market and make a beeline for Sakura Designs where your ticket to glamour and elegance awaits in the form of the most exquisite head-wear EVER!

Getting married next year? You cannot afford not to visit the wonderland that is the stall of this innovative designer. Her inspiration goes back to the beautiful dark eyed vamps of the 20's: Theda Bara and Louise Brooks and the feisty screen goddesses Joan Crawford and Betty Davies. Truly beautiful, her pieces are available ready-made or bespoke.

If, like Miss SoS, you cannot wait over a week for a peek at these little miracles you can check the FB page of Sakura Designs: https://www.facebook.com/sakuradesignsmillinery

They know their onions....

No need to get yourselves in a pickle, if you're looking for essential Christmas store cupboard staples or some splendid stocking fillers, get yourselves to the Crafty Christmas Market! Heritage Pickles will be setting out their stall with an array of fabulously festive preserves and condiments! Pickled onions with chilli, home-made piccalilli, or charged-up chutney - whatever you fancy - you'll find it on the Heritage Pickles stall.

Their recipes have been handed down from generation to generation and with prices ranging from between £3 – £5, there is something for every pocket. Miss SoS loves a bit of piccalilli and will be first in the queue! xx

These old things?

Say "Vintage" and some may say "You mean 'Old'". But these beautiful product samples that arrived this morning at Teapot HQ can be described as nothing short of amazing!

They are so 'New' that they are as yet unavailable to buy. These hand crafted make-up bags are made entirely by hand in London, to a unique pattern, using the most gorgeous of Vintage fabrics. Swoon. Laura Ashely, c.1975 fabric? Check. Roomy design that self-stands? Check. Need one now? Check!

These make-up bags along with other products, will make their debut at the Beckenham Crafty Christmas Market, on November 23 and will be available to buy from the SoS15 stall.

Pimp My Stroller at the Crafty Market!

The Hidden Teapot can't wait for the Crafty Christmas Market where we'll be welcoming the talents of Pimp My Stroller who'll be making their Teapot debut! They make hip, handmade toy strollers for kids with style. Their collection includes eye popping fabrics and every one is unique, which is what the Teapot events are all about!

Can't wait 'til the 23rd? Understandable, check their page pimpmystroller.co.uk for a sneak peek of what will be available on the day.

See you soon Teapots xxx

Call to Creatives!

Hello Teapots

The Beckenham Crafty Christmas Market is but a few weeks away and we have a few spaces left for those creative genius's amongst you that would like to join us!

The Hidden Teapot have always had a great response to its events in BR3 and this event promises even better bigger and better!

If you are a designer-maker or artist and have products you think would make great gifts then get in touch at thehiddenteapot@gmail.com

As always, we aim to keep stall fees as low as possible so it's great value for money.

Also, if you think you could run a workshop for adults or children, let Miss SoS know via the link above. Ho Ho Ho Y'all!

It's Teapotastic!!

Hello Teapots!!!

How you doing? Exciting news – The Hidden Teapot is back in Beckenham for a Crafty Christmas Market! It promises to be bigger and better than ever with a host of talented designers and artisans selling a wonderful array of gifts galore!

Better still, we'll be joined by Ms Harriet Eaves, Jazz vocalist and general, glamorous goddess! So not only will you be able to browse, relax with a mince pie you'll be able to enjoy the vocal talents of Ms Eaves as she performs Christmas classics and well-known covers.

Keep an eye on this page in the coming weeks as we'll be showcasing some of our artisans and bringing you up-to-date news about the event. If you can't wait until November, and frankly, who could blame you, catch a preview of the talents of Ms Eaves here: http://www.harrieteaves.co.uk
Ooh, I need a sit down....

Love London, Love Penge

Love where you live? Then what better way to express this than having a cool cushion, one that proudly shouts your postcode!

Area code cushions are one of Miss SoS's creations and are available in various locations throughout south London. Most recently she made a delivery to the wonderful Alexandra Nurseries in Penge, SE20 - http://www.alexandranurseries.co.uk

Nestled in the conservation area of the Alexandra cottages, this wonderful oasis is a fusion of nature, vintage and a marvellous cafe selling amazing coffee and delicious home-baked cakes. The coffee alone is reason enough to visit if you have yet to check it out.

Miss SoS is soon to launch a dedicated e-commerce site where you will be able to order your own Area code cushions, which are entirely hand cut and hand made. Each one is unique and made in Miss SoS's studio. However, if you can't wait that long then get in touch with Miss SoS and she will endeavour to make one that fits your requirements.

Have a good weekend Teapots x x

Hello Teapots

So how has the new year been treating you so far? Very well I hope.

Although the start to the year has been a little wet around the edges, it's proving to be a promising time as far as the Teapot is concerned. We have our (chocolate) fingers in quite a few pies and as the year develops we're confident that our creative partnerships will flourish and thrive.

We're planning more Hidden Teapot events and workshops and as always our creative collaborations with local artisans and organisations are at the forefront of our plans. If you would like to get involved with the Teapot or have an idea you would like to share do get in touch with Miss SoS.