Plum Shuttles (pronounced 'shittles')!, also known as Valentine's Buns, originate from Rutland and Leicestershire which have a strong heritage of weaving. They are sweet little currant buns that were traditionally given to children (or to your sweetheart) on Valentine's Day .

If you love a small sewing project every now and then, these little hanging heart decorations are a great way to use up little pieces of fabric and they are quick and easy to make. I have used a sewing machine but you could hand sew them if you would like a slower, more contemplative practice. I have cut out motifs with pinking shears and sewn them on the heart shapes but you could be experimental and do some embroidery on them if you prefer, or leave them simple. Why not fill them with dried

One of my main design inspirations are traditional Lake District cottage and farmhouse interiors.  On winter days I would love to come in from the cold to this sort of cosy interior with its dark wooden cupboards, fire glowing in the black range, polished pony brasses, rag rugs on the slate flagged floor, handmade rocking chairs, cat asleep on the window seat and the reassuring tick of an old wall clock.