The Pom Maker, available from http://www.scoutandcokids.com
From wallpaper designers to textile designers, from cabinet makers to upholsterers, from illustrators to animators, this town really does have it all. Continue reading “Love making in Lewes? (nudge, wink) … Then join me for #leweslovesmaking”
Galia is mother to two young daughters, wife to Adrian, half of the multi-award winning band Psapp, and to top it all off she is the founder of her own brand Monstrous Pencil selling art, prints, jewellery and bags. Oh, she also has two cats and a “hysterical puppy”. Galia is a busy lady. Continue reading “The Lewes Maker – Galia Pike”
Terry Philpot
As Lewes is my home town there was so much that I wanted to learn about its history and architecture, of the historical figures who formed it or passed through it. When I read Secret Lewes by Terry Philpot, my wish came true – it is an absolute treasure trove of historical insight and all the places that I pass on a daily basis came alive with incredible stories from hundreds of years ago. Continue reading “An interview with Terry Philpot, author of Secret Lewes”
I’m guessing, that if you’re reading this then you already know Lewes (although, if not then it is pronounced Loo-iss rather than Looz – I used to be a phonics consultant, can you tell?) I am also guessing that if you know it then you love it, just like I do. So this first post is a little bit about how I came to be here with my family, in this simply beautiful town nestled into the South Downs National Park. Continue reading “No place like… a Lewes Home”
