Joanna Magennis of J'aime began her upcycling projects with the creation of colourful fabric bunting for her two daughters, and then she progressed on to bags and cushions.  Mixing vintage and recycled fabrics and adding both old and new haberdashery, buttons, belts, felt, ribbon, and whatever else takes her fancy, Joanna's designs are cute, quirky and unique. We love the big bag made from a recycled coffee bean bag, jazzed up with colourful lining and handles! Joanna will be selling these and other gorgeous creations at Frock Around The Clock in Newry this Sunday.

We loved Keepin' It Kitsch when they first exhibited with us at Seaside Frock in June so we're delighted that they will be back with us this Sunday at Frock Around The Clock. Susannah has posted preview pics on Facebook of some of her new creations and haberdashery goodies - here is a taster of what to expect on Sunday.

1970s Liberty fabric  3 yards of cotton meadow print.

1970s Liberty red cotton with blue and cream flowers (2 yards).

Bracelet made with 2 tone black & grey oblong 60's beads and silver coloured buttons dating from the 40's - 80's. One of these buttons is marked ARP & would have been on an air raid wardens uniform in WW2!

Vintage poodle cabochon necklace and ring.