Creative Spaces - Christobel

My quest to discover creative spaces started with Lonely 8bit heroes' creator, Zoe Trotman's 'chaotic design studio'. The second instalment comes in an all together different package. Think vintage, antique market and sweet childhood dreams. That's exactly what came to my mind when I stepped into the Christobel's studio. Christine kindly invited me on a lovely Saturday afternoon to let me have a sneak peek at her latest creations for the upcoming Made on the Left street market. (July 24 and 25 at Hyde Park Hotel)

I've encountered Christobel for the first time in April at the Unwrapped South Perth market day. So curious about its style and whimsical materials used I wanted to see where all the goodies were created. Nested in a quiet area of Mt. Lawely amongst 1920's old houses, the exterior of the house had well trimmed rosemary hedges and an old kids' bicycle was sitting on the veranda. It was such a lovely space all throughout. At every corner I saw bits of old and new displayed in harmony. It didn't seem like she had to do some massive re-organisation or cleaning because someone was coming to take pictures of her space. The whole house was simply packed full of stuff - impeccably organised I must add - that it could not have been possible to create that space just for one off photo shoot. According to the artist, it has to be organised as she had so many things. Many things indeed but they were all incredibly beautiful.

Our conversation naturally drifted to her next outing, Made on the Left where she will be showcasing cuffs made with colourful fabric and vintage buckles. You can buy these on Saturday, 25th July at Hyde Park Hotel. You might have to hurry.. knowing the intended price I think they will sell fast.

Christobel goodies are created based on 'findings' - antique buttons, books, vintage buckles and other small pretty things- I cannot wait to see what else will come out of this charming 'studio'. There's an afternoon tea planned at the Christobel studio at the end of this month. That should be pretty cool. Watch this space to see what will come out of that little girly gathering.