Category Archives: My Shop

A little catch up

Posted on Thursday, 11 November 2010

Hello from cold, grey London! I’ve been having the most amazing time. I’ve got so many photos and experiences to share with you (Germany, Morocco, London…) but I don’t have easy access to the internet here so I will have … Continue reading →

Posted in My Shop, Travel | 2 Comments

Shop update: Tom Cats

Posted on Friday, 24 September 2010

I listed a couple of new items in my shop today. I call them Tom Cats. Tom Cat’s are cool cats. They might act a little bit superior at times but they’re really just pussycats with big hearts (which they … Continue reading →

Posted in Craft projects, My Shop, Toys | 3 Comments

My shop is now open!

Posted on Monday, 13 September 2010

I’m so excited, my online shop is now finally OPEN! I’ve been busy sorting out my shipping and shop policies and getting all the visuals prepared for my listings…not to mention actually uploading each listing onto Etsy inself. It’s been … Continue reading →

Posted in Artwork / Illustration / Design, Kimono, My Shop | 2 Comments

Fresh start and a GIVEAWAY!

Posted on Wednesday, 1 September 2010

Wow, I can’t believe it’s been two months since I last posted. Ouch. I’m afraid I somehow managed to get myself stuck in a great, fat, muddy blog block and just couldn’t get myself out of it. Thank you to all you … Continue reading →

Posted in Artwork / Illustration / Design, Celebrations, Giveaways / Competitions, Kimono, My Shop, Spring | 94 Comments

Pin board inspiration

Posted on Thursday, 10 June 2010

Oh dear! It’s funny how life can sometimes just stop you dead in your tracks for a while. I’ve been flying along this week juggling all sorts (getting things ready for my shop, giving Reiki treatments, attending meetings, celebrating my … Continue reading →

Posted in Artwork / Illustration / Design, Colour palettes, Kimono, Mood boards, My Shop, Travel | 5 Comments

Kimono paper tape PREVIEW!

Posted on Monday, 7 June 2010

I can’t wait any longer! I have to give you a preview of something fun I’ve been working on recently for my soon-to-be-open shop (which will be up and running this week for sure!). I’ve been creating sets of kimono … Continue reading →

Posted in Artwork / Illustration / Design, Craft projects, Kimono, My Shop, Tutorials, Vintage | 4 Comments

Vintage kimono palette

Posted on Friday, 4 June 2010

I’ve been spending a lot of time these past few days being creative with photos I’ve taken of my vintage kimono collection over the years, as I get stock ready to launch my Etsy shop. Below is part of a … Continue reading →

Posted in Artwork / Illustration / Design, Colour palettes, Craft projects, Kimono, My Shop, Vintage | 7 Comments

More gratitude

Posted on Wednesday, 26 May 2010

I didn’t do a Monday’s Inspiration post this week, but I did pick a card and I want to share it with you now (even though it’s now Tuesday – Oh, actually Wednesday morning now, according to my clock! Time … Continue reading →

Posted in Artwork / Illustration / Design, Celebrations, Friends, Monday's inspiration, My Shop, Our family and animals | 5 Comments

Monday’s Inspiration: Adventure

Posted on Monday, 10 May 2010

The card I picked today from my Paper Fan Inspiration Cards as a thought for us all for the week ahead, was: Adventure I embrace life as an adventure full of wonder, surprises and opportunities This card reminds us to … Continue reading →

Posted in Artwork / Illustration / Design, Monday's inspiration, My Shop | 2 Comments

Matryoshka kimono dolls

Posted on Tuesday, 4 May 2010

I have always loved Russian Matryoshka dolls. I’ve had one since I was a child and, even though it’s now a bit cracked, and the dolls don’t fit together so well anymore, it’s still one of my most treasured possessions. … Continue reading →

Posted in Celebrations, Craft projects, Friends, Kimono, My Shop, Toys, Vintage | 5 Comments