Setting the scene

A small look at a snippet of a moodboard that i am putting together for my next collection.

A pair, a place and a time.

i can see a theme developing...

I seem to be developing a bit of a thing for classical animal print, maybe it was after i went to Edinburgh Zoo last week? I picked up this wrapping paper from the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, and even though it got a bit crumpled on the way home, i still think its lovely. It features 18th Century Engraved prints of Animals, made by Frederica Cards, Bath. This little company seems quite quirky, featuring cards, wrapping paper and tags all based on British tradition and Heritage...

Another Anthropologie purchase, i just can't help myself. Notecards, for special occasions.

Look at this print

Only a quick little blog today...Take a look at lovely Bold & Noble.

A fabulous example of the good old art of screen printing and just look at that gorgeous colour. Inspired again!

I'll be updating a page on my blog very soon to give all of you that don't really know what silk screen printing is a bit of an insider's scoop...i few explanatory doodles may be involved!

Image credits Bold & Noble

Edinburgh, more of a lovely place

....a few bits that i picked up after more explorations of Edinburgh. A slightly more, only slightly more, mainstream shop caught my eye this time, and i am not joking when i say that i would live there if i could. Anthropologie is a brand that i have only ever admired from afar on the interweb, but after finding a store on George Street in the New Town of the city i am even more so in love.

For those of you who haven't come across Anthropologie: Wonderfully clever design, bright colour and quality materials make the brand very special, a deffinate lifestyle choice. Some of my favourites were the bedding and desk accessories, comfort and stationary, both very important to me! Anthroplogie is tres chic, but nor uncomfortable chic....its the kind of chic you just WANT.

These are only a few little treasures that I could fit into my suitcase but even though they are small, still are utterly charming. I can't wait to get them popped onto my set of drawers and show them off, the little things matter the most.
Given the chance you must go have a look, everything, and i mean everything is beautifully thought out and put together, making it an inspiring shopping trip for those of us who like to see something a little bit different. Click here for a list of the stores, go and find one. Or just have a nosey on the interweb, you'll love it.

a lovely place

On my recent travels i found myself for a few days in Edinburgh...and found a wonderful little space that needed a mention. The Red Door Gallery

The big red door is not to be missed in the Old Town of Edinburgh just off the Royal Mile on the way down to the Grassmarket. This tiny little boutique art space is a joy!

Full of work by designers and designer-makers which are established or up-and-coming, the gallery features all sorts of interesting snippits ranging from original prints to jewellry to cards.

This little shop really appealed to me from a 'print' point of view as it really showcases what a fabulous medium it is to work in. Take a look at the website and online shop for some really unusual homewares/gifts/things that are just so gorgeous you can't not have them. If only there were more spaces in the north east like this!

Or go and find it in person, what a wonderful excuse to go on a train journey!

Have a look at their blog

Rigwood House Photoshoot...sneak peeks...

This is a little taster of some pictures from a 50's inspried wedding shoot Lillian's House was involved in recently! The shoot took place at Rigwood House and was fabulous to be involved in as it brought together a great collaboration of local talent!

Lillian's House provided the hand printed t-shirts and sashes that the tiny bridesmaids wore and i hope you agree that they look adorable. DesignedbyZoe made the floral head garlands worn by the girls, shown on the pictures...pretty pretty pretty.

The Images were taken by the talented Becky Mitchell.

Keep posted for more images of this collection in the near future...and for new wedding collections, with all sorts of goodies.

Glorious Biscuits...

....image as promised from my last post...wonderful.

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