Cup&Saucer

We are Cup & Saucer, or C&S for short. A print and online publication designed like a diary or scrapbook, perfect to read with that afternoon cup of tea.

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Jasmine tea & laughter

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When I was at school I ran home with a letter to visit China. It seemed so ordinary at the time. I thought, as I looked over the details of the trip, that I would never be able to go. But there was still some small inkling of…

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The art of letters

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There's something particularly freeing about writing a letter; the sound of the nib of the pen scratching across paper, ink staining across the skin between your thumb and forefinger. It's musical, personal, and in some…

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DIY: Miniature photo albums

Ever wondered what to do with the tiny little “previews” you get when you develop photographs? Why not make something from them? Recently I’ve been making weeny photo albums, using scrap pieces of paper, a needle, thread, and a bit of time. It all…

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The power of words

It always comes down to words. We take the nice ones for granted; kind words, hellos and thank yous. But the ‘good’ ones aren’t what I want to talk about today. Today I want to talk about the damaging ones. People have a remarkable ability to remember the…

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Music; Jesus Christ: The Alcoholic

There’s an enigma in Lincoln city at the moment, and his name is Charlie Johns, or perhaps its the…

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The good, the bad, and the "weak and sh*t"

Believe it or not, and certainly many people who know me don’t, I had no interest in drinking tea…

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Rich Tea: Two Conversations

There are only a few times I have had truly inspiring conversations; I can remember them pretty…

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A Letter from my grandad Garry Gleed

Above is a letter I received from my granddad when he was in hospital about 5 years ago.  I think…

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instructions for living a life pay attention. be astonished. tell about it. ~Mary Oliver

Sunrise, Bernal Hill, SF

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I'm not fat. An open letter.

Last year I was hurt, not by someone I love, or know, or even care about. By a total stranger. It was summer, and a pretty hot one too. I went into town alone, shopping for bits and bobs for an upc...

If you've ever been hurt by a stranger, struggle with your body image, or know of someone who does, please read this.

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Jasmine tea & laughter

The Great Wall, this picture does not do it any justice whatsoever.The Great Wall of China, love lockets.A tea shop in Beijing, where we were served green and jasmine tea – the latter is still one of my favourite teas now.The Terracotta Army; the sheer…

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An open letter to SPAM...

Dear Spam, Why hello there, it’s been a while. I mean, I think the last time I saw you was as a child, we had a conversation – my tummy had the rumblies and you soothed them. My mum used to like you, I think it’s because you kept me quiet for a bit. I have…

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Gig Review: Half Man Half Biscuit @ Grand Pavilion (Matlock)

Half Man Half Biscuit at the Grand Pavilion, Matlock Bath in April. Photo: Neil Foxley-Johnson

The…

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Travelling; etiquette and hiding politely

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It’s the last week you can get yourself some gorgeous prints from Light Grey Art Lab’s Macro & Micro show! Here’s my piece along with some of my favourites from Miko Maciaszek, Nick Blazey, Rachel Suggs, Rebecca Mock and Richie Pope. Make sure to check out everyone’s work if you haven’t already, it’s spectacular!

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Lebanese Coffee Cups.