A Curiosity of Folklore, Magic and Spells

Sam McKechnie is an artist, doll-maker, jewel and fashion-accessories crafter, workshop-leader and writer. Sam created The Magpie and the Wardrobe in 2002 as an extension of her artwork, which is primarily influenced by magic, folklore and fairy tales. She runs fairy and doll making, wand crafting,and fairy furniture workshops country wide. Sam’s collections are sold through her stockists in London and Japan and can be found on Instagram and Pinterest. Sam is the co-author of The Magpie and the Wardrobe and author of Miss Violet’s Doll’s House, both published by Pavilion. @themagpieandthewardrobe. Alexandrine Portelli worked in the fashion industry for many years before returning to her roots to head up the design team at her family's interiors business. Her personal passions are writing and all things magical and mysterious. She is an avid collector of children’s books, especially fairytales – the darker the better!