Searching

This morning I was talking to one of my best friends about moving out to the sticks for a while, because I'm such a cardigan when it comes to the fast paced fun loving lifestyle a typical 23 yr old is supposed to pine for. I think I would miss the pace of London though, we're blessed with such variety here, culturally and in terms of green spaces. But, it could be fun though...
Reading through Zoe Murphy's blog I found Nick Hand (a Bristolian graphic designer & photographer) and his SlowCoast project, touring with his bike along the UK coastline, meeting artisans and makers along the way.
Check it out some of the conversations he has collected www.slowcost.co.uk/soundslides

Mighty oaks from little acorns grow

With a savvy eye on current trends surrounding a now booming niche market, Poppy Smith has her finger on the pulse when it comes to "cool stuff for kids". With a youngen of her own this lady sorts out the unusual and the hand crafted through a world of possibilities.

Kimberley Golding of Mini Magpie featured on thesmallfolk.tumblr

Check out her new site www.thesmallfolk.com or the Small Folk tumblr for more