Tigerprint Design Competition!

The lovely Tigerprint design studio who design & produce all the wonderful greetings, gifts, stationery & a selection of toys for Marks & Spencer are running a brand new design competition! For more information you can visit their design blog here. They also have a dedicated Facebook page here.

Why not give it a go! :)

Clara Piedrahita

Hello, finally Friday! Inspired by trees and nature, this is the latest work of jewellery designer Clara Piedrahita (who also happens to be my wonderful and very inspiring aunt).

These fantastic miniature trees have all been created with different stones, minerals, gold, silver and a number of natural seeds and leaves. Presented as decorative pieces, these gorgeous trees can also be worn as broaches. I love the different textures and surfaces that come together to create a specific shape. What do you think? Hope you have a beautiful weekend. Love Moni!

 

Make Up

Hey! Hope you're having a good day! I love how art has no limits when it comes to a surface or canvas. I have to admit I'm a fan of a natural look, but sometimes make up really blows my mind. Here are a few examples of this! Colour really pops up next to skin, eyes and features. I love it, hope you do too! See you tomorrow. Love Moni!

Casa de Perrin

Meet Casa de Perrin! A full service boutique rental company specialising in tabletop and decor for different events such as weddings, parties and special occasions. Created by architectural photographer Josh Perrin and food stylist Diana Perrin, Casa de Perrin offers a unique ambience and decoration to your special event with some wonderful objects, amazing taste and beautiful photographs. I especially love how they integrate food to the decor. It is fun, stylish and very personal. Located in Los Angeles, it's a refreshing and very cool option! In case you're interested or want to get inspired, check out their website. Love Moni!

Su Blackwell

You know how when you spot something you like, you suddenly start seeing it everywhere you go? Last year I discovered and fell in love with paper sculptures made with old books and since then I have been finding the most amazing "paper artists".
Today I would like to introduce Su Blackwell. This artist/art director works mainly with paper and i have to say I am completely mesmerised by her work. The amazing scenes and stories that flow out of old books have such a magical and beautiful feel to them, they are true works of art. Inspired mainly by fairytales, Su's work is unbelievably unique. Here are a few images of her work, for more visit her website. Do you like it? Love Moni!

Surface Pattern E-Course Launch!

Happy Monday!

I'm super excited to announce that it's launch day for module one of my brand new e-course The Art and Business of Surface Pattern Design. I'm so amazed by all the lovely welcome messages so far & can't wait for everyone to get stuck in this week! I'm thrilled & honored to announce that we have a global classroom from twenty two countries with five continents represented! I'm so grateful & overwhelmed by the support I've received too, I feel truly blessed & thankful. I hope everyone really enjoys the course!

For more information about the new course you can visit the website here if you have any questions about the course you can visit our FAQ's page.

Module two launches Monday 16th of January & module 3 Monday 20th of February 2012.

ModCloth

Happy Monday!

Since I am working on my very own vintage inspired project, I thought I would share some of the scrumptious vintage inspired design to be found online at ModCloth. Their quirky, retro inspired design is completely out there yet is so lovely to look at you'll quickly find yourself continuously pointing at the screen saying "I want that!". Don't even get me started on their vintage clothing section!

Enjoy! Kelly :)

(To follow updates on any current projects I am working on, click on my blog here or if you prefer Tumblr, click here :])

Designers Guild

Happy Friday! Finishing a lovely week, I would like to introduce Designers Guild. It is a wonderful brand that features, furnishings, fabrics, wall coverings, upholstery, gifts and loads more. Created by Tricia Guild in 1970's, with a number of stores and available online, its a homeware paradise.
Visit their website or even better go to their shops in London, you will love it! Have a wonderful weekend! Love Moni!

E-Course Sneak Peek!

Happy Thursday everyone!

Today I just wanted to give you a little sneak peek of some the work & designs that I'll be sharing on the e-course. Can you believe how quick it's come around, we launch module one on Monday!

In the later stages of the course, I'll be talking through & demonstrating how I took some of my rough surface pattern concept ideas and reworked them into technical repeats for wallpaper production (with bonus technical workshops added to teach you all of this).

Here are a few snippets...hope you like them.

Registration is still open for The Art & Business of Surface Pattern Design.