Life is one Big Canvas
February 7th, 2012 | 
Author: The pesky Chloe from Lifes Big Canvas sent me some things to review on the blog. Its my first time doing this, as although I’ve previously reviewed items, its always been at my own expense. I have to say, I hope its just the first of many, as the surprise opening the box was better than Christmas!
www.lifesbigcanvas.co.uk
I’m a champion of smaller online sellers, and my eclectic style is very often purchased from ‘Indie’ sellers. I appreciate their personal touches, the contact, genuine appreciation, and individuality of their wares. Chloe’s gems are no exception, being hand made from recycled materials, they are sweet, unusual and above all, loads of fun!
This Paper Bow necklace is created using a vintage story book (which I’ve been trying to read, its about bunnies, and blackbirds collecting bracken, so sweet!) and strung on a gold-effect chain. Its then varnished, to make it stiff and durable. Red wire around the centre of the bow, and a wee red bead finish it off. I adore the heart-shaped clasp, too many sellers have cheap crocodile clasps that break/are broken when they arrive, so not only is this a welcome change, its just another wee personal touch that makes this such a wonderful shop.
Robins, and pigeons and rabbits, oh my!
Its the little things.....
The necklace retails at £20, although this medium size isn’t listed at the moment online, cos I got the only one, the large paper bow, measuring a fabulous 7in wide is available for £25. You can also get a brooch and a hair clip finished with lace in this style, which are very very cute.
Heres a quick pic to show the size of this necklace, about 5″. The large one would be epic.
Boooooooooobs (well someone had to say it)
Chloe was also kind enough to send me a handmade brooch, made from natural hessian, thin copper sheeting, and decorated gold and purple. I love it. It looks handmade, which is why I love it so much, it reminds me of the homemade corsage my nanny made herself for my wedding, wrapping flowers from her own garden in tinfoil, and pinning to her lapel. She genuinely would have loved this.
Perfect for surprising someone with something original
But the absolute best part is the presentation. You don’t only get a brooch for five of your pounds, you get a pretty present, on lace trimmed purple card, with a beautiful extract from a book. This is the nicest touch! Though I wish the price wasn’t written on the card, as I imagine this will be a keepsake for some!
I’ve already purchased more from Chloe’s ebay shop, and know items will be featuring heavily on my wishlist! I have my eyes on the Harry Potter themed charm bracelet, and the Mix Tape ring. Also this Geeky Glasses necklace, decorated with fruity fimo nail decals! Genius! And if you are lucky enough to live in the Leeds area, you can call into the Life’s Big Canvas shop, First Floor, Birds Yard, 83 Kirkgate, Leeds. Make sure and tell them In These Heels sent you!
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That necklace is amazing! So unique. Would be a lovely idea to have one made up of someone’s favourite childhood book, or poem. xo
They look great!
HARRY POTTER THEMED CHARM BRACELET?
Bought. Done. Sorted.
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Great shoe but was a half size to large though I ordered my regular shoe size. On another site, the shoe was a half size too small though I ordered my regular size. Lesson – order several sizes of the same style to ensure you get the right fit or inquire of the seller in advance.
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I bought this as a gift for my sister. It came in great condition, although some of the plastic wrap was obnoxious to remove. One downside would be the straps are not large enough to put it on your shoulder. But the size of the back is great for something other than a briefcase which was the purpose of the bag for her. She gets compliments on it all the time. I can’t wait to borrow it!
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I purchased this item as a gift for my girlfriend. She really likes the styling and the feel. The only downside – after a few weeks, the cloth around the handle began to show slight tears. I am not sure whether or not this is normal for a purse, but it seemed too quick. However, the purse remains fully functional and has been put to use everyday for the last two months. I would recommend this product.
In the past 2 weeks that I have been wearing it, the supposingly resilient O Matter frame has already accumulated quite a number of scratches, even though I have been pretty careful and didnt drop it or anything like that. This is contrary to what I see in some reviews stating at the frame is scratch-free even after dropping it.
The product packaging was clearly tapered with before arival. The font on the “kate spade” logo was off center, and in strange font, every other letter seemed to be too big. Isn’t worth the hassle returning, but wouldn’t buy from this seller again.
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