Remember a while back I said I’d purchased some paint brushes? Remember also how I said I’d probably never use them? Well, I proved myself wrong! I’ve spent the day painting (6 and a bit hours to be exact – 2 and a half audio books), and I’m exhausted (what’s that about?). The paint supplies have been living in a box I mentally labeled “Wishful thinking”. I have a habit of collecting and investing money on plenty of art and craft supplies, hoping I’ll find a project for them – that very rarely happens.

Anyway, after dusting off the paint bottles and digging out the new brushes I managed to come up with these 4 ladies and I’m so pleased with them. I never thought I’d have the patience for the process (admittedly today could be just a one off) but there was something therapeutic about the repetitive patterns and details. I found myself fully engrossed. Similar to the Cotton Doodles, there is a kind of amateur roughness to them that I’m very fond of. I’d love to hear what you think of them. Now it’s time for me to clean up the mess I’ve made :)

Just a quick note to say hello and show you some of the Polaroid pictures I’ve been working on this last few weeks. Some are examples of me playing around with colours. Very sorry about the loud wall paper – hope it’s not too distracting :) I would love to hear what you think as I’m really REALLY enjoying making them. Speak soon!

I really wanted to share some of the new pictures I’m working on. I love the lampshade one at the top. That colour orange is currently one of my favourites, the lime green too. Would love to hear what you think of them :)

For this weekend only! Buy 2 prints and get a 3rd print for free! (The cheapest comes free. Please name the free print you wish to receive in the ‘notes to seller’ part of purchase. This offer excludes limited edition prints, A3+ prints and accessories – totes and badges etc.) Sale ends midday Monday (31st) GMT. The sale is only taking place on my etsy shop.

An eagerly awaited summer has arrived. I’ve cracked open the corner of the cupboard bearing dusty sandals and shorts and shamefully revealed my whiter than white toes to the world. While doing so I decided what a perfect time it was for an early summer sale! 3 for 2 on prints for this weekend only – Sale ends on Monday 31st so lets say a proper goodbye to winter and welcome the sunniest season with a bit of colour. Spread the word!

Above: New card design! Below: Some new faces. The online shops are still closed at the moment but the prints will be available to buy – in person- on SATURDAY 20th, as part of the Handmade Nation event at Broadway Cinema. Come along on Saturday and say hello :) Here’s a sneak peek though in case you can’t make it.

Thought it was about time I shared some of the lovely things I’ve been admiring on etsy and some of the colours that are inspiring me. All photo/picture credits go to the sellers :)

1. Print ‘Do you believe in love at first sight?’ by SophieBlackall. 2. Red Leather Flats by OldBaltimoreVintage. 3. Vintage Brass Birdcage by FishboneDeco. 4. Vintage Glass Ornaments by 5gardenias. 5. Floral Ribbon by EmmaDear. 6. Vintage Blue and Red Typewriter by Boomboxblitz. 7. Brown Hare Original Painting by Rachelscabinet. 8. Orange Sugar Bowl by Archimatta.

Enjoy!

My newest print – now in the shops. Based on my ever growing ’sewing’ drawer, which is starting to bulge. I have to admit I am one of those folk who get ideas for projects, purchase the supplies but usually end up never getting round to it. It’s nice to think my purchases didn’t go to waste though and actually inspired a doodle. Anyway, the print is titled ‘Leftovers’, measures 8″ x 10″ and can be found in both online shops. Horray!

A new print to welcome in the new year! I’ve been sat on this one for a couple of weeks, itching to get it out there and in the shops. I’m pleased to say you can now find it on etsy and folksy! It’s an open edition print so it won’t just vanish after the new year festivities, so panic not. The print measures 8″ x 10″ (landscape) and is printed on archival heavyweight matte paper. There is room around the edges for framing with or without a mount. The colours are all bright and crisp. Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

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On another page: I’m thinking about starting some new knitting projects too (as you can see form the wool displayed below). I have millions of scarves – one more GIANT one can’t hurt, right? And If I’m happy with the outcome and the price – possible Christmas gifts I think. I started a woolen gift a couple of months ago and I still haven’t got round to finishing it. I picked quite a frilly stitch so it takes a bit of getting used to and a bit of counting – since I usually do my knitting at work (which is strongly advised now there’s a wool hungry kitten in the home) I get side tracked and interrupted so keeping count is tricky. Anyway, that project is temporarily on a shelf. Right now, I want BIG wool (I’m definitely a fickle knitter). These are some of the colours I’m hoping to find in the shops this afternoon. Fingers crossed!