Hoot Hoot...time for bed....

Sleepy owls says, "Rest your head".

New nursery collection for those sweet little ones.  Introducing "HOOT".  I have designed 3 coordinating colorways and illustrated mock-ups of each.  Which one is your favorite?  I just can't make up my mind. :)  xx

Gigi is now available in my RedBubble store!!

Yay!!  Gigi is now available in my RedBubble store on a variety of items.  From home decor, to apparel, to stationery...there is something for everyone!  Click HERE to go to my store.  Use code GOTWENTY for 20% off sitewide today!  Thanks for looking! xx

POPPIN' POPPIES

LOVE LOVE LOVE POPPIES!!!  I think poppies are so BEAUTIFUL!  Their color is bold and striking, yet their ruffled shape looks so delicate.  I am currently working on a poppy collection, but I am having trouble deciding which color palette to explore.  I think I prefer the green background and the pink background...although I am drawn into the black background.  It is all about bold color for me.  I would love to hear your preferences!  Please leave me a comment with your favorite!  Thanks so much! xx

Mid Mod Mash Up

Today I played with some more sketches that I created last fall.  This latest collection of patterns is sort of a MidMod Mashup.  I combined several different retro illustration using the same color palette.  The result is fresh, funky and so fun!  I can easily see these patterns on beautiful flowing maxi dresses, as well as stylish outdoor patio cushions and pillows. I just need a name for this collection.  Any thoughts???  Please leave me a comment with any suggestions.  Thank you!  xx

A little bit of MidMod play today

My poor computer has been out of commission for almost a week.  I finally got it back up and running today and decided to just play with some MidMod designs that I sketched last fall.  I love these simple wonky shapes and adore this fresh and modern color palette.  Sometimes I just like to play with colors to see how they look in a pattern.  I didn't really have a plan for this pattern, but knew I wanted the colors to be bold.  I really love how it turned out!  I would love to see this on some curtains in my living room!!  What would you use it on? 

A Very Kitschy Christmas!

Today, I finished my Kitschy Christmas Collection.  I really love how the additional patterns have rounded out and completed the collection. This palette is definitely modern and bold, yet still incorporates the traditional Christmas color palette of green and red. I think this is a fresh take on Christmas and would LOVE to see this collection licensed for some fun Christmas decor items! xx

fresh fieldbloom in the fall

Finally finished fieldbloom!  Such a fresh colorway to make this collection POP!  :)   I know I should be focused on fall and Christmas patterns, but this collection was just calling to be completed! OK...now I need to focus on FALL and Christmas!  Still LOVE this "fieldbloom" collection!! xx

Retro Blooms

Modern retro blooms.  Playing around tonight with simple shapes and bold color.  So much fun!  xx

Life on Penny Lane

Avocado green and harvest gold appliances, dark wood cabinets with bright orange counter tops...yes, this was my childhood.  I am a child of the 70s and I lived on Penny Lane.  Naturally, I also grew up singing Penny Lane.  This collection transports me back to a simpler time...a time when kids jumped on their bikes in the morning and came home for dinner only after the street lights came on at night.  Carefree living!  There was really something magical about that time in my life.  I wanted to capture a little bit of that magic for this collection.  And, of course the name had to be Penny Lane.  I bet you are even humming the tune now...I know I am.  Hope this collection transport you back in time too.

Recharged & Inspired

This summer I took a bit of a break from my design work.  I continued to sketch during the summer, but focused most of my attention on rest, relaxation, and family fun.  We all needed a recharge and this summer did not disappoint.  It was amazing to just let my creativity wander without expectations.  This new collection came from one of my summer sketchbook pages.  It feels so good to get back in the game with a clear vision and a sketchbook filled to the brim with inspiration. 

The color palette for this collection was influenced by my vision of summer transitioning to fall. And, since the style of this collection has a bit of a Mid-Century Scandinavian feel to it, I decided on the name Freya.

I am really thrilled with this collection and hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Lounge Lizard on Lampshades = LOVE

Having some fun tonight mocking up these FAB retro lampshades.  I just adore vintage lampshades, so just had to see what my Lounge Lizard collection would look like mocked up.  I LOVE THEM!!!  I would LOVE any one of these...or all...in my home!!  How about you?  Do you have a favorite?  It would really be difficult for me to choose just one.  :)

iPhone Case Design Challenge by Uncommongoods

Last week I entered an iPhone Case Design Challenge for Uncommongoods.  They put a call out for designers to submit their artwork for a chance to win $500 plus 5% royalties.  Each designer could submit up to 5 designs to be considered in the contest.

Today I got word that my design "Vintage Telephones" has made it to the semi-finalist round!  WHOO HOO!!!  Now, I NEED YOUR HELP IN THE FORM OF VOTES.....PRETTY PLEASE!!!  The winner will be determined by the most number of votes.  Please click on this link to vote for my design.  I would be so grateful for your support!!  I am doing everything I can to follow my dream, and every step I take gets me a little closer.  Thank you so much for supporting my dream!!

                        

Geek Chic Sneak Peek

A couple of weeks ago Spoonflower held a competition with the theme of 'Geek Chic'.  I loved the idea, but unfortunately did not get my submission completed to enter.  Today I finally finished my design, so I thought I would share it anyway.  My design depicts what GEEK DNA probably looks like...at least I am pretty sure that this is what my DNA looks like.  Plus I love vintage glasses!!   :)  Enjoy!