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    Welcome to our Summer Newletter!

    We would like to start by saying thank you so much for your continued support in 2024!

    *NEW FOR THIS SUMMER*

    We have been continuing to grow our dried flower range and have a few new lines available, including this gorgeous pink and purple bouquet and these pretty canaray grass bunches! Both are available over in our Etsy Shop.

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    https://shiningbrightarts.etsy.com/uk/listing/1734469489/dried-pink-and-purple-flower-bouquet

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    https://shiningbrightarts.etsy.com/uk/listing/1734450519/dyed-pink-canary-grass-dried-phalaris

    BUNCH OF 25 NATURAL BUNNY TAILS (LAGURUS)

    Natural Bunny Tails - Lagurus

     Discover the charm of our natural dried bunny tails (lagurus), lovingly cultivated and carefully dried right here in the serene fields of Cheshire. Each stem measures approximately 18cm in length, showcasing delicate and fluffy tails that add a whimsical touch to any setting.

    https://www.shiningbrightartscraftsillustration.co.uk/ourshop/prod_8183140-Bunch-of-25-Natural-Bunny-Tails-Lagurus.html

    20G/100G BAGS OF DRIED PETALS

    We now have 20g/100g bags of confetti for sale. Perfect for using in soap making, candle making, other crafts or to use as wedding confetti!

    Dried Petals

    To order, click on the link below;

    https://shiningbrightarts.etsy.com/listing/1732573696

     

    FINE ART PRINTS NOW AVAILABLE IN BOTH OUR ONLINE SHOPS!

    The Perching Kingfisher

    Our latest drawing of a kingfisher is now complete and we now have fine art prints available in both A4 and A3 size. Immerse yourself in the vibrant beauty of nature with this exquisite fine art print featuring a meticulously detailed kingfisher. Originally completed using a harmonious blend of pastels, polychromas pencils, and highlighted with white gel pen, this artwork captures the kingfisher in stunning, life-like detail. 

    https://www.shiningbrightartscraftsillustration.co.uk/ourshop/cat_1794733-Art-Prints.html

     KINGFISHER GREETINGS CARDS

    Kingfisher Greetings Cards

     Our Kingfisher Greetings Cards are now available.

    https://www.shiningbrightartscraftsillustration.co.uk/ourshop/prod_8176627-The-Perching-Kingfisher.html

    BUTTONS

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    We now have a range of buttons available on our website. These buttons can be used on clothing or in craft projects!

    https://www.shiningbrightartscraftsillustration.co.uk/ourshop/cat_1823264-Buttons.html

     CROCHET FLOWERS

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    Jean has been busy making her popular crochet flowers. These are available in various colours and with various patterned/plain buttons in the centre!

    We have a small range available here on our website, and also have a larger range available in our Etsy shop.

     HANDMADE GREETINGS CARDS

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    Are you looking for unique, handmade, high quality greetings cards? We have a wide range of cards, spread accross both our online shops.

    https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShiningBrightArts?ref=dashboard-header&section_id=36974884

     WAX & WIX WEBSITE RELAUNCH

    Wax and Wix

     My lovely friend, Tracy Davidson has just had a relaunch of her website and her gorgeous products! Check out her handpoured products;

    https://www.waxandwix.co.uk/

     DATE FOR YOUR DIARY

    I know we are only in Summer, BUT we are planning well ahead and now have a date for our Christmas Open Day & Fundraising event. For our home address, please drop us a message.

    Red White Festive Traditional Holiday Raffle Christmas Ticket-2 

    As we are on the subject of Christmas, our Christmas craft supplies have NOW LAUNCHED over in our Etsy Shop.

    https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ShiningBrightArts

    Thank you for supporting our small business!

    Team Shining Bright!

  2. Hello Spring

    Welcome to our Spring Edition Newsletter!

    We would like to start by wishing you all a Happy New year! We hope that you had a lovely Christmas and are ready to embrace the new year ahead!

    Spring/Easter Dried Flowers

    Our aim this year, is to expand our range even further. We are planning on adding more variations within our dried flower range, so that we can offer you more choice to suit your needs and budgets! So far, we have added a Spring/Easter Dried Flower Edition to our Etsy Shop;

    https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1645583165/easter-dried-flower-box-dried-flowers

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    Printable 3D Houses

    We have been busy in the background, designing 3D house colouring sheets!

    3D PAPER HOUSES

    A fun, paper craft activity to keep your little ones busy and inspire their creativity.

    You will need paper or card A4 size, pens or pencils for colouring and drawing, scissors, and tape or glue. 

    Colour in the templates, or decorate the blank template with window, doors, flowers etc to create cute, personalised houses. 

    Cut, fold and stick together to build the little houses and create a whole little street or village, with a variety of houses or shops!

    A great craft activity to do at home, encourages creativity, helps practice fine motor skills, and teaches about 3D shapes. Encourages your child to use their imagination and explore model making.

    Easy to complete (Adult supervision required)

    To view or to order, click on the link below;

    https://shiningbrightarts.etsy.com/listing/1639768988

    Shining Bright's Virtual Market

    Do you like to support small, independent businesses? We have created a vitual market, with a variety of local businesses advertising their services. Feel free to join our Facebook group;

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/shiningbrightsvitualmarket

    Digital Pet Portraits

    Are you looking for a high quality Pet Portrait at an affordable price? 

    Digital Pet Portraits


    Printable art is a simple and affordable way to personalise your home or office. You can print from home, your local print shop, or upload the files to an online printing service and have your prints delivered to your door!

    For more information, click on the link below;

    https://shiningbrightarts.etsy.com/listing/1641453823

    Wedding Supplies

    Are you or someone you know getting married in 2024? We have a range of wedding supplies, from signs to table decorations and gifts available. To view our full range, click here

    Wedding Supplies

    Handmade Greetings Cards

    We have a wide range of handmade greetings cards available across both of our online shops

    https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ShiningBrightArts?section_id=36974884

    The Etsy Blueprint Course

    Etsy blue Print Course

    Do you own an Etsy shop or a website? Looking to grow your business and understand the platform more? My friend, Sarah-Jane runs an Etsy course helping others to achieve their goals of building their own businesses. I have completed Sarah-Jane's course and I highly recommend it. It has helped me to boost my sales and to grow my business even further to reach more people! For more info or to sign up, click here

    New Shop!

    Coasters

    We have been busy creating new designs for our new, print on demand shop! Selling a range of items, from aprons, clothing to mugs and greetings cards! To have a browse at our designs, click on the link below;

    https://www.redbubble.com/people/shiningbright85/shop/

    Handmade Crochet Flowers

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    How gorgeous are these crochet flowers? Created by our very own Jean! aka mum! Jean makes a whole range of crochet flowers, in various colours and sizes.

    These are great for adding to sewing/craft projects, wreath making, adding to bags and many more craft projects!

    Only £4 per pack (contains 3 flowers)

    https://shiningbrightarts.etsy.com/uk/listing/1260322520/pack-of-3-handmade-pinkyellow-crochet

    Discount Code For 2024

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    As a Thank you, we have extended our 10% off discount code until the end of December 2024! To take advantage of this code, quote SHININGBRIGHT10 at checkout on both our website and Etsy Shop.

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    Etsy Shop

    We would like to thank you once again for supporting our Christmas Open House Fundraising Event. We raised £200, which has been split between Holy Trinity Church, Capenhurst and Cancer Research UK.

    Thank you for supporting our small business.

    Thank you

    Team Shining Bright!