Thrud of the Wood

Thrud of the Wood 🌿Handmade treasures inspired by the timeless beauty of woodlands and the mystical world of fungi.

Each piece is hand crafted—bringing stories of the forest into your world. Explore unique, artisan creations that connect you to the spirit of the wild.🌿

I've been reflecting on what I want out of life and in terms of a home and have concluded that I reject the idea that su...
19/12/2025

I've been reflecting on what I want out of life and in terms of a home and have concluded that I reject the idea that success must be visible.

I have no interest in performing achievement through square footage, cars, or objects that require constant defense and upkeep. A home should hold a life, not consume it.

I value proximity; between rooms, between people, between moments. I value a home that is easy to care for as my body changes, a place that adapts to me rather than demands I keep up with it.

Freedom matters more to me than accumulation.
Time and experiences matter more than things.

I would rather spend my resources on travel, learning, and shared memories than on a structure that outlives its usefulness and leaves others with the burden of sorting what I no longer need.

What I hope to leave behind is not property, but clarity: permission to live lightly and deliberately.
My legacy is not what I own.
It is how I lived unencumbered, present, and awake to what was enough.

A home should hold a life, not consume it.I value a home that is easy to care for as my body changes, a place that adapts to me rather than demands I keep up with it.What I hope to leave behind is not property, but clarity: permission to live lightly and deliberately.

I've been shopping here for years, and honestly, my home wouldn’t be the same without it - there are at least two Nordic...
13/12/2025

I've been shopping here for years, and honestly, my home wouldn’t be the same without it - there are at least two Nordicana pieces in every room. Each one brings that unmistakable feeling of Scandinavian hygge: calm, warmth, simplicity, and a sense of being truly at home.
Nordicana has everything you could ever want (and plenty you didn’t know you needed), all wrapped up in that beautifully understated Scandinavian style. It’s not just a shop; it’s a place to slow down, to be inspired, and to appreciate thoughtful design.
Whether you’re styling your space or simply looking for creative inspiration, Nordicana is a treasure trove for creators and artists alike. A Derbyshire gem in the heart of Belper I’ll keep returning to, time and time again. ✨

Thank you to everyone who came by to the Alternative Artists Christmas Market today in Belper. 🥰 It was great to meet fe...
30/11/2025

Thank you to everyone who came by to the Alternative Artists Christmas Market today in Belper. 🥰
It was great to meet fellow artists, visitors and lots of dogs 😁.
My next event (and last for 2025) will be on the 6th of December at Nether Heage Methodist Church for the ✨️Lantern Trail✨️.
See you there from 4 - 6pm!

Announcement. Swipe. 🌲
14/11/2025

Announcement. Swipe. 🌲

Introducing my newest creations: Clay hand-painted bookmarks, each one a tiny piece of art inspired by nature and the wa...
09/11/2025

Introducing my newest creations: Clay hand-painted bookmarks, each one a tiny piece of art inspired by nature and the warm, golden tones of autumn 🍂.
Every bookmark is lovingly crafted and painted by hand, making each one truly unique. They’ll be available exclusively at my market stall on November 30th, with a chance to appear in my shop for future drops, if they don’t all find homes first!

09/11/2025

Imagine this Christmas: £2.6 billion boosting local makers, dreamers, and creators; instead of one billionaire’s bank account. 💥
Buy one gift from a small business. It matters more than you think.

28/10/2025

🍄✨️ Discover Something Different at Belper’s Alternative Artists Market! ✨️🍄

Looking for something a little different this festive season?

Join me in Belper for the Alternative Artists Market, hosted and organised by Tabletop events - and perfectly timed for the Belper Christmas Lights Switch-On!

Explore a vibrant mix of local and independent artists, makers, and creators who do things their own way - from dark fantasy and gothic to quirky crafts, geeky prints, jewellery, curiosities, and A LOT more.
Expect great inclusive vibes, creative energy, and a warm community of people who love the unusual, the imaginative, and the downright awesome, all while celebrating the start of Belper’s festive season!

📍 Where: The Old Exchange, Wellington Ct, Belper DE56 1UP
📅 When: SUNDAY THE 30TH OF NOVEMBER 10AM-3:30PM

✨️ Want to take part with your art? ✨️
If you’re an alternative artist or maker and want to join the line-up, email [email protected] to sign up or find out more!

Come along, support local creativity, and make a day of it with Belper’s Christmas Lights switch-on!

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Monday 6pm - 8pm
Tuesday 6pm - 8pm
Wednesday 6pm - 8pm
Thursday 6pm - 8pm
Saturday 7am - 10am

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