Hanna Melin

Just uploaded my little online shop with some new cards featuring the amazing art of Hanna Melin. Hanna Melin graduated from the Royal College of Art and has worked for clients such as The Guardian, The NY Times, Nokia, & Louis Vuitton. Hanna works and lives in East London as an illustrator and maker.

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Drawing Fashion

I went along to see the Drawing Fashion exhibition at The Design Museum and must recommend it to anyone around London this week before it finishs on the 6th March.

Alice Melvin

We have just had a shop update at Minor Mail with some amazing ‘Cut Out and Make’ greetings cards by the super talented illustrator Alice Melvin. With easy to follow instructions these unusual cards allow the recipient to create an adorable 3D model. Visit my little shop here and see more of Alices wonderful work here.

Fiona Woodcock

I have just received a lovely batch of cards by the wonderful London based illustrator Fiona Woodcock. Buy some Of Fiona's lovely gocco screen-printed cards here and see some amazing illustrations here.

P.S I have been admiring the photography of Melanie Elbaz today.

Superfumi

My little online shop has had an update with some sweet cards by Superfumi. See some wonderful woodland illustations by London based illustrator, accessories and jewellery designer Claudia Fumagalli.

It's Nice That Issue #2 & Rob Ryan

Alex from Its Nice That has got in touch with a bit of big news:

"As part of our pre-order offer for our second publication we have released an exclusive screen print by the fantastic Rob Ryan which will come with every copy of the publication pre-ordered before midnight on 30 September. It's a really beautiful piece that can't found anywhere else so we're very excited to give people the chance to get their hands on it!"

The release date is Thursday 1st October and the entire contents of the issue can now be seen here with some great features and interviews. If you didn’t get the chance to see Issue #1, all the details and images can be found here.

Tombees Du Camion

This image is from an amazing shop in Paris, I can't describe it as well as the website shows it so take a look but be warned you also will be lost for words.

P.S Take a look at the wonderful jewellery of Emma Carroll Etc.

Paris

Hello ..... Is there anyone still there?
I know its been ages and if your reading this then thanks for your patience.
Lots of things have been taking up my time, the writing course, a summer sale at my online shop and as you can see from above, a recent trip to Paris. I will slowly but surely be telling you about lots of interesting shops and designers I came across in the wonderful city of lights and of course updating you with interesting products and events on home soil.
As ever I would love to hear any comments or suggestions, so do get in touch.

Excuses Excuses

Hello and accept my apologies, I know I have neglected this space for a while and feel an explanation is needed. I have been busy studying a writing course which I know should fit in nicely with writing a blog but I just needed to focus on one thing for a while. I am half way through the course now and so will be back posting again soon. In the meantime feel free to send any comments or suggestions to me.

622 Press

Kristin Joiner has asked me to pass on some information about her work and I am delighted to do so as these lovely stationery designs need to be shared. Kirstin is the owner, operator, designer and general workhorse for 622 Press, a letterpress studio she began almost a year ago. Specializing in note cards and limited edition prints, the illustration style is modern and elegant. Take a look at the website and treat yourself in the shop.
P.S Take a look at this interesting project.

Blair Lent

I love the subtle colours & textures used in wonderful childrens book illustrations by the late Blair Lent.

This is an interesting article.

Nous Vous

Wonderful work at Nous Vous, a creative studio focusing on graphic design and illustration based in Leeds . visit the site to see the work and shop for some amazing paper products.

Emily Forgot

I love the current kaleidoscopic installations in the windows of Selfridges, especially the bold and fun "Zoot Allure" by graphic artist Emily Alston aka Emily Forgot.

Hussein Chalayan

I have recently visited the Hussein Chalayan exhibition at the Design Museum. The craftsmanship of pattern cutting and innovative use of unusual materials is amazing.

Lucia Gaggiotti

Have you seen this wonderful illustration by Lucia Gaggiotti in the May issue of Elle Decoration(UK) ?

Landon Howell

I'm off for an Easter break, be back soon.
This wonderful image is by Landon Howell is a photographer, based in Seattle.

David Neale

Beautiful botanical jewellery by David Neale a jewellery-maker who lives and works in Melbourne Australia. Visit The Golden Smith blog for inspiration and updates.

Wakan Images

Whilst browsing Dwanda this morning I can across some vibrant urban photography by Wakan Images. See the website for colourful scenes from around the world and some amazing portraits.
For reportage photography have a look here.

The Card Society

So pleased to see Maria Alexandra Vettese's new site for her wonderful Card Society letterpress printed card of the month club. Multi talented Maria also takes beautiful photographs and co-curates the wonderful Lines and Shapes books (be totally inspired by the new volume seven).
If like me you are intrigued by peoples work spaces then take a look at this site and this new book.

MikMik

I love the simple graphic images and subtle colour palette used in the hand printed pieces by Michael Lewis and his West Yorkshire based design studio MikMik. Take a look at the lovely patterns used on these gocco printed note cards.
So pleased to have my little shop mentioned on the Bambino Goodies blog yesterday.