Passion for Print

On Friday I paid a visit to the wonderful Adams of Rye, a local wood type printers used by well known graphic artists such as Anthony Burrill and Aardvark. The printer is located at the back of an old fashioned newsagents come gift shop that's served by attentive little ladies in bibs, ready to serve you. It's like stepping back in time. I was accompanied to the printing office and as the printing office door swung open, I entered what was a treasure trove of letters. Here's a little window into the wonderful world of letterpress.

A trip to Rye

Pottered about in the lovely town of Rye yesterday. It's only a 15 minute drive from where I live and I always find a gem or two to take home. I love rummaging in Rye's vintage shops and it was nice to have a nose in some of Rye's new-ish stores too.

Pale and Interesting, a boutique homeware store had some gorgeous things and I had to get myself this lovely piece of glassware. They've just published a beautiful interiors book which is definitely on my list of things to buy. Take a look at their website and also follow the links to the couple's own websites for some pale inspiration.

I also came home with this French tin hook which I'm going to use in my floral themed bedroom for dressing gowns. Bought this in Country Ways - Jane Wicks Kitchenalia on Strand Quay. She has an amazing collection of 50s kitchenalia which had me drooling with absolute envy.

On the way home, I nipped into the Windmill Orchard Farm Shop in Icklesham which was delightful and is now going to be the place where I get my fresh groceries. Everything is locally sourced so I bought some apples and plums from Peasmarsh, milk from Guestling, you can refill your Ecover liquid products and you can fill your own bottle of their olive oil of the season. I'd highly recommend a visit if you're passing or live nearby.

Anyway, that's enough from me for now. Time to get some lunch ready me thinks!

Ciao for now. x

Sources: The Woman's Room, Windmill Orchard Farm Shop