Life Story - Happy To Be Stocked There!

It's always great to see folk doing something lovely, and even nicer when you're asked to be stocked by them.
Husband and wife team, Adam and Fee Storey have recently opened up Life Story, a lifestyle shop on Broughton Street in Edinburgh. Formally the home of a Moviebank rental shop, the duo turned the site into a wonderfully unique vision.
The premise behind Life Story, is to tell the tales of the designers they stock. According to the Storeys, "too often the designer’s tale is lost amidst the retailer’s branding". 
Life Story looks like an utter delight which is not often seen and reminds me of stores I recently visiting on my trip to Amsterdam.
A few other names I'm thrilled to be stocked with are, Hilary Grant Knitwear and Lucy Jay both making great accessories in knit and print.

I can't wait for an excuse to visit Edinburgh again and pop in to say hello in person. I'm delighted to be part of their story and I wish them every success. 

Opposite Ends!

I'm very happy to announce that my greetings cards are being stocked in 2 new places.
Miles apart from one another!!

The first place is Souvenir Gallery in Highgate. A lovely space which showcases British-based artists and designers!
These went on sale at the beginning of the week, if you're nearby pop down.

The second place is Buy Olympia in Portland, Oregon!!
They have an online shop and also a Land shop.
"We started back in 1999 in Olympia, Washington as a way to help our friends sell their awesome handmade items online, and have since grown to have a lot more friends from all over the world."
Likewise, if you are near, pop by. I wish I could!!

Souvenir Gallery - Highgate

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Portraits with Cards?

Christmas is getting closer and closer.
Do you know a animal lover that would love a custom portrait of there four legged friend?
If so why not get in touch and give them something personal as a gift.
You'll be popular, they'll be happy and I get to draw another canine or feline!!

As well as the portrait I'm also including 6 gift cards from my Etsy shop.
This will start now and finish just before the big day!

Listening to this and this and this.

Have a lovely weekend.
Over and out. x x x x x
 

Inspired by Ralph

Started to do some quick drawings to try and get me to loosen up, plus come up with some new ideas for cards and prints.
Long overdue and time to get my act together me thinks!
A nice nice end to a nice weekend.

A shout goes out to the fabulous Mrs Ralph for being a stupendous friend and talented lady!
Susie has two beautiful dachshunds, Bentley and Weenie, who are spoilt rotten!!
I salute you. x x x

Super Dooper!

So the Art Supermarket was at the weekend.
Was great to be a part of it and to spend time with Miss Loder and get to know Lucy a bit better too!
The place looked ace, so thanks to everyone that played a part in making it so fabulous!
Lots of fine goodies were on offer, some of which I now have in my possession.
Cheers to everyone that bought a card, postcard or brooche, I hope you enjoy!

Anyway here's a few snaps from the event.

 

 

You want greeting cards? You got em!

Had my cards back from the printers this week.
I'm rather happy with them.
Last night was spent putting them and envelopes into cello bags!
This was made less dull by watching 2 episodes of The Wire.
I love it.
I'm so behind with the times, I know, only on Series 2.
Still think of all the excitement that's ahead of me.
Think it's on Series 5 now.

Back to the cards.
They will be available to buy either direct from me or in Scarlet Vintage.
For those of you unaware of Scarlet Vintage, go find it and have a rummage.
The shop is run by Debbie, who is not only extremely friendly but also has a keen eye for beautiful garments and accessories.
She regularly heads over to LA to source out unique vintage clothing.
Well worth a look.

Mari Wilson - Just What I've Always Wanted.
Billy Joel - Uptown Girl. Looking very young/a little seedy!