Pipii

I found this lovely online store last night Pipii and wanted to share it with you all. They sell some lovely items which can be used for making contemporary gifts, favours and decorations, all at reasonable prices.

Here are a few photos, to give you an idea of what they offer.

Business Link Course

Sorry for my late post today, I have been on a Business Link Course. For anyone thinking of starting their own business, or have been trading for only a short while, I highly recommend contacting Business Link for advice. They also offer free courses, which I try to go on a few times a year, as well as great content, they also serve as a great networking opportunity. If you are based in Herts then you can see the courses available here, or just contact the above website or call 0845 601 1000, they are so helpful and most of what they offer is FREE!

Please, please, please!

I am after a favour today. I am trying to spread the word and find more people to follow this blog. I would be very grateful if you could nominate me for the 'Dorset Cereal little blog award'. Please go to this page:http://www.dorsetcereals.co.uk scroll to the bottom of the page & add my blog address:http://amandalincoln.blogspot.com under 'Lifestyle' Thanks!

You might even fancy having a go at winning a Camper Van whilst there :-) 

Happy 40th Tina

I made a little card yesterday for my best friends 40th. You wouldn't believe it, but it took ages! everything that could go wrong did, e.g. the ink on my printer kept smudging across the card everytime I tried to print it. Serves me right for making it in a rush, I just haven't had time up until then to do it because work has been so hectic. Anyway here it is and thanks Tina for inviting us to your BBQ! HAPPY BIRTHDAY my lovely. x

New logo work up

Things are a little manic here for me at the moment, so I don't have much time today. Therefore I thought I'd give you a sneeky peek of some seasonal patterns I am working on for a new client.

Have a great weekend!

Lucy Kate Crafts

Today I just have to share with you some beautifully crafted pieces from Lucy Kate Crafts. Amy is so talented and offers tutorials for you to also have a go at making these and many other gorgeous things.

Coloured Masking Tape

I have fallen in love with Japanese masking tape, isn't this just adorable!

I want every colour and pattern - even though I don't actually know what I'd do with it. However I have restrained myself and limited my collection to just 5 rolls - for now!

Have a great day everyone!

Stunning photos

Today I'd like to feature some of the beautiful work by photographer Kristi, she has kindly agreed for me to show you some of her pictures and here is a little information about her too. I'm sure that you will love her work just as much as I do!

How did you know you wanted to work in art/photography?

I've always enjoyed capturing life through photography. Photography helps me slow down and look for details that I otherwise might miss. I feel most alive when I am creating & sharing things of beauty. I believe Aaron Siskind best describes how I feel about photography perfectly,

 “Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever... it remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything.”

What are the inspirations/ influences for your work?

I find inspiration everywhere from my children, nature, the simple things, soft colors, natural light, quotes and life. 

The future, what are your next plans?

To keep learning, growing and living. Being a full time mother of three I don't really make plans. I've learned to just go with the flow and embrace whatever comes along. I do know the future holds many beautiful and wonderful things and I can't wait to see what they are.

Do you have any advice for wannabe photographers out there?

I'm just a beginner, so it's hard to give advice but, my advice is to never stop learning and to practice what you learn. There is so much to learn and it's great that there is an endless amount of information out there. I've learned a lot from reading articles, websites & books and from amazing photographers on flickr.

To see more take a look at her store on Etsy

Happy Halloween - he he!

What a yucky weekend it's been here :-( I have been working on Halloween patterns and it certainly feels nearly as cold as October out there. I hate the cold.

Here is one of my characters from my halloween collection:

More lovely things to drool over

Have a good weekend! x

More lovely stationery!!!

My first Blog award!

I am feeling very lucky today as Anna (from ARK Designs by Anna) gave me this 'I LOVE YOUR BLOG AWARD' which has put a smile on my face.

Here is a link to her lovely blog! I have only known Anna for a few months through blogging, we have never actually met, but I know from reading her blog and all the lovely things that she does, that we would get on well if we were to ever meet. In fact she lives in the same county as me, so I hope that one day, we shall get chance to get together, for one reason or another. 

As part of me accepting of this li'l award, I will be nominating 7 blogs that I love to look at and I will name 7 things that very few people know about me.

Hmmmm!

1 - I have double jointed arms

2 - My brother and his family live next door to me, so I get to see my two nephews regularly, which is lovely

3 - I LOVE LOVE LOVE Stationery & cards

4 - My degree is in packaging design

5 - I grew up in Oxfordshire

6 - I dance Ceroc (Modern jive partner dancing) when my work schedule allows

7 - My favourite food is seafood

Now I am nominating this award to 7 blogs that have inspired me or made me smile lately:

creativity blog

jilly.p.graphics

rachael taylor

littlebrownrabbit

dinky-daisy

6thstreetdesignschool

harrietkelsalljewellery

Thanks again Anna! x

I hope that you all like these blogs as much as I do! 

My trip to London

Hi

I hope that you had a good bank holiday, I had a lovely time in Brighton and spent too much money in the shops. Talking of which, whilst i was in London on Thursday, I bought some lovely stationery from Artbox, Paperchase and Cath Kidston - here are a few snaps, more to come tomorrow:

Oh I do like to be beside the seaside!

I'm off to Brighton for the weekend :-)

Have a great bank holiday weekend everyone!!!

The big smoke

Accessorize

One of my most favourite high street shops here in the UK, is Accessorize, it is just full with beautiful things! Today I thought I'd show a few purses that I love in their store.

and their socks are soooo comfy, check them out!

Cute

I'm a little busy to post today so here is a cute little piccie, have a good day!:

Raindrops

I came across this twee little website where you can make little tunes with the coloured rain. I know... I'm a big kid, but check it out, it's kinda addictive!

Beckys Bootique

Today I wanted to let you all know about a sale at one of my clients websites. I designed the look of Beckys website, logo and corporate ID. She has a sale on most of her lovely stock. Check out Beckys Bootique

Back to bunting

Angela at Ticketty Boo has kindly agreed that I may feature her lovely bunting cushions today. She is based in the Scottish Borders and only uses the best linens and cottons, you can find her gorgeous work at www.tickettyboo.co.uk and on her folksy site.

Christmas already!

Today I have been designing Christmas cards... yeah I know, it's very strange in spring, but that's the way it goes. Here is a sneaky peek of aspects of one of them.

Have a great day!

Bunting Images

Hi all,

I have a thing about bunting this week! I found this lovely bag on Folksy, which is created by designer Claire Hurd, she sells her work on Folksy and you can also find her on Not on the High Street. Many of her products can be personalised and she accepts private commissions. To keep up to date with her gorgeous creations then you can become a fan on Facebook

Beautiful Bunting

Today I want to introduce a lovely lady Anna Roberts-knight, she is a fellow illustrator/surface pattern designer, but she also makes the most gorgeous bunting. I got to know Anna from starting my blog, I contacted her out of the blue and she very kindly gave me advice.

Anna makes this gorgeous bunting and other bespoke personalised products to order. The customer chooses the colour themes, icons, names etc and then Anna works her magic. She also likes to do her bit for the environment and offers a recycling service, turning childrens clothes or blankets into beautiful products. Turnaround time is roughly 10 days.

You can contact Anna by email: arkdesigns@hotmail.co.uk, or follow her blog at: http://arkdesignsbyanna.blogspot.com